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‘They’re eating the dogs. … They’re eating the cats’ — racist stereotypes that hurt immigrant communities

Four of the Minnesota Star Tribune’s contributing columnists weigh in on Tuesday’s debate.
September 11, 2024
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Violent threats against Black women leaders are no joking matter

I didn’t find Hulk Hogan’s comment about body slamming Kamala Harris very funny at all.
AuthoredSheletta Brundidge
September 11, 2024
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Without more drivers, wheels on rural Minnesota school buses can’t go ’round

The stakes are especially high in rural areas where some bus rides may be almost 90 minutes one way due to school consolidations.
AuthoredAaron Brown
September 3, 2024
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Donald Trump is losing momentum. Here’s how he could turn it around.

He needs to convince voters that his second term won’t look like the first in terms of his temperament and demeanor.
AuthoredAndy Brehm
September 2, 2024
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Our State Fair: Pain and pride, miracles and a double rainbow after the storm

Are these 322 acres large enough to hold Minnesota’s past, present and future, its tragedies and hope?
AuthoredAngela Denker
August 30, 2024
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Our kids are neurodivergent. Now mind your own business.

I resolved to not shield my three autistic children from being out in public.
AuthoredSheletta Brundidge
August 26, 2024
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Our year of auroras

Best way to see them? Outside the city, yes. But you don’t need to avoid the crowds.
AuthoredMaggie Koerth
August 25, 2024
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What I learned from working with Tim Walz

I’ve seen his empathy and joy in action.
AuthoredHamse Warfa
August 23, 2024
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In defense of the ‘bro hug’ marriage

Why I can’t shake off criticism about how Tim and Gwen Walz greeted each other on stage.
AuthoredAngela Denker
August 20, 2024
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The governor doth project too much

Tim Walz says the opposition is weird. But who really are the weird and extreme ones?
AuthoredAndy Brehm
August 20, 2024
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It’s time to lower the invisible drawbridge at the Minneapolis Club

The elite club may no longer be invitation-only, but it still doesn’t reflect the diversity of the city.
AuthoredSheletta Brundidge
August 19, 2024
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Old family photo reveals how much has changed on Iron Range

Today, health care workers outnumber miners and there are more open jobs than people.
AuthoredAaron Brown
August 18, 2024
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