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Editorial
September 8, 2020

A looser leash on inflation? Discuss.

The Fed will prioritize employment at the risk of price growth. This is good and a bit scary.
Editorial
September 7, 2020

St. Paul to provide low income families with $500 per month cash payments.

The city will join several others in experimenting with payments to low-income families.
Editorial
September 5, 2020

Biden has a real plan to lower health care insurance costs

Near the end of his first term, Trump still doesn't have a proposal to strengthen, broaden coverage.
Editorial
September 4, 2020

Federal aid for states is needed — even in Minnesota

State was better-prepared than many for pandemic downturn, but the pain's still real.
Editorial
September 4, 2020

From the archives: For labor, this is 'more than a day of rest'

Holiday can be a time to reflect on aims, ideals of the American worker.
Editorial
September 4, 2020
Scott Atlas, a neuroradiologist from Stanford University's Hoover Institution who joined the White House recently as a pandemic adviser, attended a ne

Reject reckless 'herd immunity' strategy. Letting COVID run wild has unacceptable costs.

Letting COVID run its course is a cruel plan that rests on unproven assumptions.
Editorial
September 2, 2020

Confirmation of Walz appointees should not be wielded as a weapon

GOP Senate must show restraint in ousting commissioners over disagreements.
Editorial
September 1, 2020

When healing is needed, Trump divides

His visit to Kenosha is another failed opportunity to calm the nation.
Editorial
August 31, 2020
The Minnesota Vikings warmed up on the field at US Bank Stadium, Friday, August 28, 2020 in Minneapolis, MN. ] ELIZABETH FLORES • liz.flores@startri

Next up in COVID times: The NFL

As with other pro sports, it's good for the league to go forward — cautiously.
Editorial
August 30, 2020

Keep working on a George Floyd memorial plan

City leaders need to thoughtfully consider what to do with 38th and Chicago intersection.
Editorial
August 29, 2020

A better response to rioting in Minneapolis

State, local officials moved quickly — without undue force — yet the damage was widespread.
Editorial
August 28, 2020
Dr. Mark Welton, who will feature prominently in an editorial. Welton, a physician, surgeon, and chief medical officer for Fairview Health Services, b

Doctor's 'long climb out' after bout with COVID-19

Virus is taking a toll on medical providers. Safeguard them with social distancing, masking.
Editorial
August 27, 2020
President Donald Trump speaks from the South Lawn of the White House on the fourth day of the Republican National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020,

A convention for the party of one

For four days, Republicans touted Trump's record with untruths and shallow rants.
Editorial
August 26, 2020

Kenosha writes another sad chapter in America

After police shooting, more violence, death and vigilantism wounds an American city.
Editorial
August 26, 2020
Patrons stood on the Bear Trap's rooftop bar on The Strip, the University of Alabama's bar scene, on Aug. 15, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. More than 20,000 stu

Colleges and universities should cut risk in first semester, go online-only

COVID is spreading on campuses.
Editorial
August 24, 2020

Rely on science, not Trump, on COVID-19

The president's unfounded "deep state" attacks on FDA risk undermining the public's trust.
Editorial
August 23, 2020

Peril, potential for Bottineau Corridor

Decision to stop negotiating for shared light-rail space with freight railroad presents an opportunity.
Editorial
August 22, 2020

Essentia Health rolls out a commendable plan to boost ICU capacity

Duluth-based system has an idea to prevent U.S. from being caught flat-footed again.
Editorial
August 22, 2020
Neighbors, volunteers and contract workers from Blue Sky Restoration cleaned up debris from last week's derecho that ripped through Cedar Rapids.

Storm leaves Minnesota's southern neighbor in need of help

An inland hurricane hit Iowa. Relief, donations and strong backs still needed.
Editorial
August 21, 2020

Prudent budget caution as St. Paul recovers

Pandemic, civil unrest have put pressure on revenue, costs in capital city.
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