Now close Gitmo, too
Biden is right to end the forever war in Afghanistan. Now he needs to close the forever prison that it built.
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In praise of meandering — and discovering
Dad loved to set off in search of things: a trout stream, an artesian well, a wild blueberry patch that held the promise of enough bounty for my mother’s blueberry pie (our rallying cry: four cups for a pie!).
The problem with Democrats’ plan to tax the rich
If Democrats want the wealthy to pay more taxes, tax where their money actually comes from.
Crisis responders: the state’s resourceful nonprofits, which navigated a year like no other
Funny Asian Women Kollective (FAWK) and Walker West Music Academy, for example, both embraced their roles working at the intersection of art, performance, community, healing, and learned to find new ways to engage and support their served communities.
St. Paul rent proposal offers predictability for renters and landlords alike
Lindeke’s argument against vacancy control is misguided at best.
What if Max Weber could make a return visit to America in 2021?
Hint: The 1918 influenza epidemic (Spanish flu).
Obsessively antitech, Congress threatens innovation and judicial integrity
Now is not the time to hamstring the companies that will be central to our economic recovery.
End of war in Afghanistan should also end America’s all-volunteer force
A return to some form of obligatory military service would give the U.S. public a vested interest in the success or failure of future conflicts.
Minnesota OSHA’s rulemaking authority
It’s reasonable — especially during an emergency like COVID-19 — but some parts bear review.
Without commuters, Metro Transit gets creative about getting riders on board
Dramatic changes in commuting brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic have created challenges for transit agencies — but also present opportunities.
President and Army Corps of Engineers must halt Line 3
Toxic pipeline permits ignore Indigenous rights, climate and clean water concerns.
Kate Knuth: Judge’s decision on Minneapolis ballot is a threat to democracy
It’s about all of us trusting that the system and process are fundamentally fair.
On Trumpism and ‘tribalism’
Thomas Friedman digs into a metaphor.
Remembering a football legend who said little and did much
Mick Tingelhoff ruled well, from the football field to the balcony.
Are Republicans going to claim fraud in every election they lose from now on?
On Monday, Larry Elder, a right-wing talk radio host running to replace California Gov. Gavin Newsom if the incumbent is recalled, announced not only that he had lost and Newsom would remain governor, but that Newsom’s victory — which hadn’t yet occurred — was the result of fraud.
In 9/11 anniversary, a chance to recommit to hospitality and understanding in our community
Our personal example can inspire others to think differently: Welcome a new neighbor. Support refugees.
Is Washington getting serious about filibuster reform?
A recent report from the Brookings Institution outlines seven ideas for reform, while a challenge from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer puts Sen. Joe Manchin on the spot for his continued support of the filibuster.
Let the Page Amendment heal and transform state’s education system
Minnesota already had some of the worst education gaps in the country. The pandemic surely made them worse.
Dire U.N. climate report demands that Minnesota and Congress be bold
Act this year to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to clean electricity.
A culture that values the elderly? Show us the policy
It’s time to compensate unpaid caregivers in meaningful ways.
