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Brown: The wheeling and dealing of American steel
For better or worse, Trump’s tariffs will impact Minnesota workers and the state’s Iron Range.
AuthoredAaron Brown

February 11, 2025
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Brehm: It’s the Democrats’ message that is the problem
Polls show the Democratic brand is less attractive than ever — for good reason — and party leaders show no signs of changing course.
AuthoredAndy Brehm

February 10, 2025
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Denker: And now Elon Musk is coming after Lutheran refugee organizations
While the attacks are unwarranted, they also reveal the danger of “rebranding” the Social Gospel.
AuthoredAngela Denker

February 5, 2025
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Koerth: This ‘path of desire’ takes you to a magical place we aren’t supposed to be
In the winter, an unofficial path carved out by other visitors past a fence and “No Trespassing” signs takes you to right up to the frozen Minnehaha Falls.
AuthoredMaggie Koerth

February 4, 2025
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Warfa: Why would President Trump announce a three-month retreat from U.S. global leadership?
U.S. foreign aid advances American security and prosperity. So taking it away, even for 90 days, could hurt us.
AuthoredHamse Warfa

February 3, 2025
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Vang: Hmong cuisine is having a moment — make that a movement — thanks to these three Minnesota chefs
Diane Moua, Yia Vang and Marc Heu have been racking up accolades and lines at their Twin Cities restaurants, which are introducing Hmong flavors and twists to wider audiences.
AuthoredKa Vang

February 1, 2025
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Sheletta: Target shot a bullseye through my heart
With the rollback of its DEI programs, Target folded like a cheap card table during an intense game of dominoes at the family cookout.
AuthoredSheletta Brundidge

February 1, 2025
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Brehm: Pardon who? The dangerous and disgraceful use of pardons by Biden and Trump
Both presidents set terrible precedents in their recent exercises of the presidential pardon power.
AuthoredAndy Brehm

January 28, 2025
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Brown: I grew up in a Minnesota bog the size of New York City; I didn’t know it was special.
The Sax-Zim Bog in northern Minnesota is considered to be one of the world’s most interesting natural places where you can easily see the inner workings of a boreal forest. It also becomes a mecca for bird watchers in the winter.
AuthoredAaron Brown

January 24, 2025
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Denker: Called by God, to join the godless?
I was taught to be suspicious of atheists or non-religious people. So I was humbled to find that as a Christian leader in America in 2025, they’ve become my allies.
AuthoredAngela Denker

January 23, 2025
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Vang: New year, new inclusive traditions
On this MLK Jr. Day, let’s make a commitment to love by building new family traditions that reflect equity, diversity and inclusion.
AuthoredKa Vang

January 19, 2025
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Sheletta: Like Michelle Obama, I, too, will be skipping the inauguration
I’m inviting Black women to a special MLK Day of Service event on Monday. Former first lady, since your calendar is open, you can come, too.
AuthoredSheletta Brundidge

January 16, 2025