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From the Editorial Board: Sorrow, unity the right response to aviation disaster

Investigations and politics will come; now is the time for mourning.
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January 30, 2025
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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: 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.
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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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