David Peterson

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Commentaries

Yes, Buttigieg could win the nomination. And the presidency. If …

With forthright discussion of a mayoral mistake, a pledge to seek an African-American woman as running mate and even a bit of personal imperfection, he can overcome the obstacles.
February 13, 2020
Pete Buttigieg smiles as he is cheered by supporters at a primary night gathering in Nashua, N.H., on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020. Buttigieg finished second in the New Hampshire primary. (Tamir Kalifa/The New York Times)
Commentaries

Fewer deaths from cancer, more from alcohol

Concurrent reports should prompt wider perspective on the epidemic of consumption.
January 13, 2020
Whiskey glass and cigar. Isolated on white background
Commentaries

End the arms race or end the human race?

It's tough to imagine peace when you put numbers to the world's war fancy.
December 20, 2019
FILE - In this Dec. 14, 2019 file photo, Navy midshipmen march onto field ahead of an NCAA college football game between the Army and the Navy in Philadelphia. A military investigation finds that hand gestures used by cadets and midshipmen during the Army-Navy game broadcast had nothing to do with white supremacy. The investigation, which included interviews and background checks, determined that two freshmen were taking part in a “sophomoric” game that had “no racist intent
Commentaries

The American economy: Buttigieg is wrong to say we can't go back

At one time it was understood that workers would share the rewards of increased productivity. Why not now?
April 29, 2019
UAW President Walter Reuther in 1958.
South Metro

Falcon Heights wants to hit State Fair, U campus with franchise fee

Tax-exempt entities could add about $130,000 to its cash-strapped budget.
November 28, 2017
Some chose to view the fair from the Sky Ride on the last day of the Minnesota State Fair, Monday, September 4, 2017 in Falcon Heights, MN.
South Metro

Vadnais Heights council member admits to disorderly conduct

Terry Nyblom of Vadnais Heights feels vindicated despite disorderly conduct admission.
November 27, 2017
Terry Nyblom; Vadnais Heights City Council member, shown in 2012.
North Metro

Sports Center has a $250 million plan – and concerns about whether it will pay off

A sudden surge of sprawling suburban sports behemoths nationwide is creating a tricky competitive environment.
November 24, 2017
Skaters enjoy the ice during an open skate at the National Sports Center's Ramsey County Arena inside the Schwan Super Rink Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017, in Blaine, MN.
East Metro

'Town-and-gown' tensions are hitting Roseville, too

After Arden Hills, neighboring suburb is next to resist expansion of a Christian college.
November 11, 2017
South Metro

Falcon Heights wants to hit State Fair, U campus with franchise fee

Tax-exempt entities could add about $130,000 to its cash-strapped budget.
November 28, 2017
Some chose to view the fair from the Sky Ride on the last day of the Minnesota State Fair, Monday, September 4, 2017 in Falcon Heights, MN.
South Metro

Vadnais Heights council member admits to disorderly conduct

Terry Nyblom of Vadnais Heights feels vindicated despite disorderly conduct admission.
November 27, 2017
Terry Nyblom; Vadnais Heights City Council member, shown in 2012.
North Metro

Sports Center has a $250 million plan – and concerns about whether it will pay off

A sudden surge of sprawling suburban sports behemoths nationwide is creating a tricky competitive environment.
November 24, 2017
Skaters enjoy the ice during an open skate at the National Sports Center's Ramsey County Arena inside the Schwan Super Rink Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017, in Blaine, MN.
East Metro

'Town-and-gown' tensions are hitting Roseville, too

After Arden Hills, neighboring suburb is next to resist expansion of a Christian college.
November 11, 2017
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