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From the Editorial Board: 24 for ’24: The most-read opinions

Our readers were interested in taking stock of the people who lead, inspire or otherwise. The presidential campaign and a certain Minnesota connection were prominent.
January 7, 2025
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From the Editorial Board: Carter’s century of service to the country and the world

The former president’s life of faith was reflected during, before and beyond his White House years.
December 30, 2024
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From the Editorial Board: A short Christmas benediction from the past that has aged quite well

Now is a good time to reflect on what really matters: family, faith and community.
AuthoredEditorial Board
December 24, 2024
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Johnson: Madison school shooting is the lesson that keeps repeating itself

Perhaps, we should simply stop calling school shootings unspeakable because they keep happening. Our children deserve better.
AuthoredDenise Johnson
December 19, 2024
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From the Editorial Board: Public’s right to know ‘hangs in the balance’

U.S. Senate must pass the PRESS Act before the session comes to a close. This federal shield law for journalists is critical for government accountability.
December 19, 2024
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From the Editorial Board: Thankful, mindful, hopeful, realistic

An annual collection of Thanksgiving thoughts from the Minnesota Star Tribune’s opinion staff.
AuthoredEditorial Board
November 27, 2024
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Welcome back to Minnesota and reality, Governor

Now that Gov. Tim Walz’s vice presidential bid has ended, there’s important work to do at home. Reinvigorating that “One Minnesota” campaign is a must.
AuthoredEditorial Board
November 8, 2024
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From the Editorial Board: Minnesota voters sought balance in 2024

The state’s U.S. House delegation remains evenly split between Republicans and Democrats. Republicans’ strong showing in Minnesota House races puts DFL state government trifecta in peril.
AuthoredEditorial Board
November 6, 2024
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From the Editorial Board: Trump wins. Unity still matters.

The president-elect and Americans at large can share the pursuit of greatness as long as they understand that grievance alone is not governance.
AuthoredEditorial Board
November 6, 2024
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From the Editorial Board: It's (finally!) Election Day. Make your voice heard.

Minnesota’s robust systems should inspire confidence in the process.
AuthoredEditorial Board
November 4, 2024
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From the Editorial Board: Rally rhetoric reflects Trump’s divisiveness

Disgraceful comments came from supporters and the candidate himself.
AuthoredEditorial Board
October 28, 2024
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