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Editorials represent the opinions of the Star Tribune Editorial Board, which operates independently from the newsroom. News reporters and editors are not involved in determining the board's positions. The board’s members are Phil Morris, David Banks, Jill Burcum, Denise Johnson and John Rash. Star Tribune Opinion staff members Elena Neuzil and Maggie Kelly also contribute, and Star Tribune Publisher and CEO Steve Grove advises the board.
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From the Editorial Board: Fight back against Trump anti-DEI orders
Before Trump’s executive order, America had been making progress.
January 25, 2025
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From the Editorial Board: Trump’s Jan. 6 pardons wantonly betray the rule of law
‘Law and order’ apparently doesn’t apply to a violent MAGA mob that attempted an insurrection.
January 21, 2025
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From the Editorial Board: ‘Quiet but jolting’: An inauguration day roundup
Are Americans fully ready for where they’re about to go?
January 20, 2025
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From the Editorial Board: Minnesota Legislature mess must not fester
The standoff in the Minnesota Legislature reflects poorly on the state, and legal clarity is needed on what constitutes a quorum as soon as possible.
January 15, 2025
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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: 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.
December 24, 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.
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.
November 8, 2024
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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: 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.
December 24, 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.
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.
November 8, 2024