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Readers Write: Governing for all people, tobacco age limits, hunting photos and election 2020
Please, state legislators, put interests of the state above your party.
Ramesh Ponnuru
Trade war may be bad for the economy, good for Trump politically
Tariffs could be popular with supporters in states he'll need to carry for re-election.
Editorial, Dallas Morning News
Modest criminal justice reform inexplicably stalls in U.S. Senate
First Step Act needs support from Cruz and Cornyn, who haven't helped.
Doug Berdie
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Roads less traveled: Attempts by Minneapolis to boost biking aren't paying off
Bike lanes have become big in the Twin Cities. But can the traffic they carry justify the street space they consume?
Lori Sturdevant
Circumstances thrust a critical issue on the governor-elect
It's climate change. Time is short, and the White House isn't doing the job. What can a state do? Plenty.
Editorial
Arkansas high schoolers broke a big story and were censored
Although the decision has been reversed, they learned a hard lesson.
Letters
Readers Write: Families affected by addiction, opportunities for women, recalling the Bushes
Paid internships for community, technical college students would help.
Editorial
More details are needed on MinnesotaCare buy-in option
Industry report should not be last word on promising health reform.
Monica Hesse
How 'White Christmas' is like America: a blend of brilliance and shadow
Holiday classic's revival raises familiar questions about judging the past. But let's "count our blessings" for "the best things."
Gary Abernathy, The Washington Post
In Trump Country it's clear: the elite media still don't get it.
The president's political experiment may not be healthy. But only a less partisan journalism could help heal the nation's rift.
Editorial, Bloomberg View
Second referendum is best course of action on Brexit
Now that costs are better understood, Brits could choose more wisely.
Letters
Readers Write: Family farms, Williams Arena, the Minnesota economy, Israel, aging, seniors, environment
Independent, family farms need government support.
Editorial
Undermining voters by disrespecting election results
Unhealthy tribalism fuels Republicans in Wisconsin legislative hijinks.
John Rash
Rash Report: 'Roma' is human, and humane, counternarrative
New film by acclaimed Mexican director Alfonso Cuarón reflects an alternative cultural, commercial approach.
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