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Editorial
January 4, 2019

In 2018, 'a profound global crisis of press freedom'

There's a growing trend of violence and intimidation against the media.
Robert Moilanen
January 3, 2019
From the back left Jennifer Ho, Housing Finance Agency, Margaret Anderson Kelliher, Department of Transportation, Alice Roberts-Davis, Department of A

It's time for another crack at restructuring our state government

We've made a number of such attempts over the years, with limited results. There are several good reasons to try again now.
Cartoons
January 3, 2019
Sack cartoon: The new dynamic in Washington

Sack cartoon: The new dynamic in Washington

Editorial
January 3, 2019

Resolved for this new year, 'with malice toward none'

Let Lincoln's message be a guide for a nation divided in 2019.
Letters
January 3, 2019
Nancy Pelosi of California shakes hands with House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., after being elected House speaker at the Capitol in Washi

Readers Write: Freedom and government, partial government shutdown, health care, sexual harassment, religious beliefs

Dual purpose in our republic.
Editorial
January 3, 2019
In this April 4, 2018 photo, a U.S-backed Syrian Manbij Military Council soldier, left, speaks with a U.S. soldier, at a U.S. position near the tense

U.S. is still sending mixed signals on Syria

While adversaries gain, regional and global allies will wonder whether to trust Trump.
Ramesh Ponnuru
January 3, 2019
FILE -In this Feb. 9, 2016, file photo, then-Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump gives thumbs up to supporters during a primary night rally

Could Trump face a primary challenge in 2020?

It's rare for a president to have a rival for renomination, and getting rarer. But one observer thinks the risks are overstated. Let's consider.
Hugh Hewitt
January 3, 2019
Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) speaks as the Senate Judiciary Committee prepares to vote on the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court o

A mission for the GOP Senate: Confirm judges, all day every day.

Conservative voters need to see why holding the upper chamber majority is so crucial.
Opinion
January 2, 2019
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Editorial cartoon: Dana Summers on Mitt Romney and President Donald Trump

Editorial
January 2, 2019

Positive news about antibiotics and agriculture

New data shows there's been a healthy decrease in farm animals.
Don Reicosky
January 2, 2019
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and President Donald Trump at the signing ceremony for the $867 billion farm bill in Washington, Dec. 20, 2018. The

Counterpoint: It's time to put in a good word for carbon

Yes, carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas, but most forms of carbon are critically important in agriculture. And the farm bill, with a program to improve soil health and keep carbon in the ground, is a winner.
Letters
January 2, 2019
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New year 2019 and old year 2018 written on sandy beach with waves.

Readers Write: 2019 wishes and resolutions, diversity in Minnesota, Peter Leschak's advocacy of wildlife, bike lanes, religious beliefs

Finding truth and meaning in the new year.
Mitt Romney
January 2, 2019
FILE - In this Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012 file photo, Donald Trump greets Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, after

Mitt Romney: Donald Trump has not risen to the mantle of the presidency

Some of his policies are sound, but he has been lacking in the character essential for leadership at home and abroad.
Stephen R. Miller
January 2, 2019

Ending the single-family district isn't so simple

City zoning changes may aim to alter the picture, but private accords, in the form of restrictive covenants, could undercut such efforts.
Editorial
January 2, 2019
The Minnesota State Capitol as seen from downtown St. Paul. ] GLEN STUBBE • glen.stubbe@startribune.com Monday, December 3, 2018 EDS, available

Minnesota needs answers, solutions for federal health aid hit

New analysis shows state trailed far behind others on reinsurance dollars.
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