John Rash
Editorial Writer
OpinionRash's commentary can be heard on WCCO-AM on Friday mornings at 8:10 a.m. and on Wednesdays on "Playing Politics," a podcast from the Editorial Board. He lives in St. Louis Park with his wife, two children and a dog..
Latest from John Rash
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Rash: Year of elections doesn’t ensure an era of strong democracies
At Norway House, a Minnesota Peace Initiative panel examines ”The World Votes: Global Democracy at a Crossroads.”
November 22, 2024
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Rash: U.S. approval affects Ukraine’s use of a missile and its mission
The Biden administration agrees to allow ATACMS to be launched into Russia.
November 20, 2024
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Rash: Bombing of civilians seen in ‘Blitz’ isn’t old history — it’s happening in today’s wars, too
As in London during World War II, the aerial warfare of contemporary conflicts reflects ‘The Return of Total War’ and its devastating toll on children.
November 16, 2024
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Rash: Senate must thoroughly, thoughtfully vet Hegseth
The Minnesotan nominated for secretary of defense would face “the most daunting geostrategic environment” in the postwar era.
November 13, 2024
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Rash: Senate should keep its check on cabinet nominees
“The confirmation of nominees is one of the most important responsibilities we have, and it’s a big part of our system of checks and balances,” said Sen. Amy Klobuchar.
November 11, 2024
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Media morphed along with politics this presidential election
Three prominent political scientists share their analysis.
November 8, 2024
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Lin-Manuel Miranda on Puerto Rico, ‘Hamilton’ and the election
“Your voice is your vote,” says the Pulitzer Prize, Grammy, Tony and Emmy Award winner.
November 1, 2024
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From Russia with hate
Attack on Walz reflects a sprawling disinformation campaign against America.
October 25, 2024
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Rash: Senate should keep its check on cabinet nominees
“The confirmation of nominees is one of the most important responsibilities we have, and it’s a big part of our system of checks and balances,” said Sen. Amy Klobuchar.
November 11, 2024
Columnists
Media morphed along with politics this presidential election
Three prominent political scientists share their analysis.
November 8, 2024
Columnists
Lin-Manuel Miranda on Puerto Rico, ‘Hamilton’ and the election
“Your voice is your vote,” says the Pulitzer Prize, Grammy, Tony and Emmy Award winner.
November 1, 2024
Columnists
From Russia with hate
Attack on Walz reflects a sprawling disinformation campaign against America.
October 25, 2024