Contributing Columnists
Treuer: The troubling movement to suppress diverse literatures and languages
Minnesota should continue to reject the path of other states where book bans and declarations of English as the official language have taken hold.
AuthoredAnton Treuer
AuthoredAnton TreuerSeptember 27, 2024
Contributing Columnists
Aaron Brown: With merger on the ropes, the fate of U.S. Steel will shape the future of the Iron Range
We need more investment in iron ore plants across the region, and we must reject single-company rule of the Mesabi.
AuthoredAaron Brown
AuthoredAaron BrownSeptember 24, 2024
Contributing Columnists
Koerth: The city cut branches off my favorite climbing tree, so I asked why
The trees we want, and what we want from them, are often in conflict in cities. Here’s what I learned from talking to the Minneapolis parks department. 
AuthoredMaggie Koerth
AuthoredMaggie KoerthSeptember 23, 2024
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Brehm: Why is this much wealth leaving Minnesota?
It’s likely due to the state’s high tax rates and unfriendly business climate, along with declining quality of life in some areas. Leaders need to address it.
AuthoredAndy Brehm
AuthoredAndy BrehmSeptember 19, 2024
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Denker: The stress of sending your kids to school amid bomb threats and yet another school shooting
From bomb threats at schools in Ohio to the recent shooting in Georgia, it’s no wonder the U.S. surgeon general has warned that parental stress is a significant public health issue.
AuthoredAngela Denker
AuthoredAngela DenkerSeptember 17, 2024
Contributing Columnists
Vang: The good — really good — but also the bad and the ugly among Hmong lives in Minnesota
From women’s rights and the success of Suni Lee to a Hmong homeless encampment in St. Paul, there are highs and lows.
AuthoredKa Vang
AuthoredKa VangSeptember 15, 2024
Contributing Columnists
From Opinion: ‘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
Contributing Columnists
From Opinion: 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
AuthoredSheletta BrundidgeSeptember 11, 2024
Contributing Columnists
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
AuthoredAaron BrownSeptember 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
AuthoredAndy BrehmSeptember 2, 2024
Contributing Columnists
From Opinion: 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
AuthoredAngela DenkerAugust 30, 2024
Contributing Columnists
From Opinion: 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
AuthoredSheletta BrundidgeAugust 26, 2024