People can power the rural northeastern Minnesota economic engine
Rural America today has never been more appealing or offered more promise. America has awakened in the time of COVID to the reality of working remotely from virtually anywhere.
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Closing the gaps: Educators can’t fix the system on our own
The Page Amendment would provide every child in Minnesota with the civil right to quality public education. It is the best first step in addressing Minnesota’s widening education gaps.
After four years of misogyny, we must stand up for women
The theme of this year’s International Women’s Day, to be celebrated on March 8, is “Choose to Challenge.”
Gov. Walz’s tax plan brings fairness and justice to our tax code
The COVID-19 pandemic is illuminating structural inequity and the growing wealth and income gap. Walz’s plan would create a fifth-tier income tax, which is long overdue and very popular.
Governor should cancel planned use of National Guard during Chauvin trial
Our money needs to be spent on the residents of Minneapolis, not armed crowd control.
Pandemic rekindles memories of scary times — and a vaccine that brought relief
I remember doubting that a Kool-Aid-tasting dram in a little white paper cup could defeat a disease that could land us in an iron lung, or worse. Nevertheless, I downed the serum.
Greater Minnesota’s housing market is broken — and it’s holding our communities back
Whether renovating an older home or building a new one, development costs in Greater Minnesota typically exceed the appraised value of the finished project. The problem exists for multifamily housing as well.
If we can, we will: A message of hope for high schools preparing to reopen
The past nine months have been filled with unknowns and ups and downs. But the constant silver lining has been discovering that it is possible to take the COVID-19 pandemic seriously while safely operating in-person.
Libel litigation against Lindell: Why not here?
Among its likely reasons for suing in D.C. are Minnesota’s standard of proof in such cases, the state’s attitude toward damages, and other practical issues.
Minnesota’s political leaders must embrace technology to foster economic and community revival
This is hardly the time to increase barriers for local businesses to access digital services, or to otherwise discourage the innovation that has delivered us through this pandemic so far.
The recipe for success in maintaining grid reliability
Fortunately, Minnesota has a regional integrated electric grid and a diverse energy resource mix that provides the safety net we need during weather extremes.
Minnesotans won’t tolerate voting intimidation
Thanks to groups working in the best interest of its residents, Minnesotans won’t be scared away from voting by paid armed bullies.
Climate change is everywhere – from our homes to the Minnesota Legislature
Minnesotans need our state government to lead a coordinated, well-supported, statewide climate adaptation effort.
A mid-pandemic reality check for downtown Minneapolis’ future
With many workers wanting to continue some degree of teleworking, downtown needs to redefine itself; there is no going back to the way it was before.
Path out of the pandemic: The right way to help students returning to schools
Research shows that the single best thing schools can do to help young people persevere through the COVID-19 pandemic is to build and strengthen relationships with and among them.
The next big environmental battle is closer and wetter than you think
If you’re looking for something new to be concerned about, put Minnesota’s alleged abundance of water on your list and put a question mark next to it.
It is time to break up Big Tech
Companies like Facebook and Google (which owns YouTube) have built massive surveillance structures that amplify hate, division and conspiracy for profit.
How to lessen inequality in a pandemic: a COVID-19 financial amnesty
Applying a simple principle, slightly more complex to implement, can remedy much of the unequal impact and relieve much of the pain.
Boldness required: Minnesota should adopt more ambitious climate policies
Fortunately, climate solutions generate massive benefits.
Minnesotans deserve better connectivity. That’s why the PUC must hold Frontier accountable.
The PUC should reopen Frontier’s bankruptcy proceeding and follow the leads of other states that have secured commitments from Frontier on new investment, new fiber deployment, and an adequate staff to perform the work.
