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Trump's newest health reform based on wishful thinking, not reality
It likely would worsen the individual insurance market's troubles.
Editorial, Sacramento Bee
How our most popular social-media platforms are failing us
After Vegas shooting, facts were hard to distinguish from falsehoods.
Letters
Readers Write: Rescue operations, the Trump presidency, public schools and race, immigration policy
Don't forget day-to-day dedication.
Chuck Leer
Counterpoint on Amazon bid: What's wrong with a little 'glitz'?
We don't have to be so modest. Here in the heartland, we have the workers and quality of life to attract Amazon.
Mary Ellison
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Counterpoint: The facts behind Minnesota's complex new licensing system
The public is mistaken in believing that the private sector could have installed this system in a more efficient manner.
Matthew Smaus
Counterpoint on Amazon bid: A Seattle transplant's cautionary tale
Hordes of itinerant tech employees and the money that followed them ruined my neighborhood beyond recognition.
Doug Sosnik
Why Trump, with his loyal base, can prevail in 2020
Though it's counterintuitive, he already has a leg up on any rivals.
Jacob Frey
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Minneapolis mayoral candidate Jacob Frey: Reject the false choice of safety vs. justice
My vision for leading the city includes specific policy changes to fix the Police Department — starting with hiring additional officers.
Editorial
New rules on payday loans are a welcome attack on unaffordable credit
Too many low-income consumers are victims of predatory lending.
Editorial
Scuttling the Iran deal would be counterproductive
Congress must act if Trump declines to certify multinational pact.
Doug Stone
U.S. dumping transgender protections? Yes, I'm taking that personally
Having a child who has transitioned, I'm angry over the Justice Department's reversal.
Letters
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Where was the board of directors at Weinstein Co.?
Harvey Weinstein's reputation was no secret in entertainment business.
Ted Kolderie
Counterpoint: It's not 'student flight' if you're exercising choice
In order to compete, districts must have the ability to be flexible and personalize learning.
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