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The uninhibited states of America
Across the country, as in Minnesota, trifecta majorities in state capitols are saying goodbye to gridlock.
Elder mass shooters, a new variant in America's plague
Before the killings in Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay, just six mass shooters in our database were over the age of 60. But an obvious similarity remains: They had access to firearms.
The real cost of college
Students deserve true transparency on costs.
On Social Security, thanks ... and no thanks
Ever more breaks from state tax give too much special treatment to retiree income.
Where the wild things are ... for now
America's last free-range horses need your help.
Deadly force: What's changed, what hasn't
After George Floyd's death in May 2020, new measures were taken to transform policing across the country. But some things remain the same.
In tank debate, all was not quiet on the German front
Oscar-nominated "All Quiet on the Western Front" reminds why Germany's history plays a role in present-day politics, too.
When are the police allowed to use deadly force?
As officials in Memphis prepare to release video of the violent arrest of Tyre Nichols, in which five officers have been charged, here's context.
Oh, sesame. Food allergy regulations are triggering an unintended consequence.
Here's how they could be better.
Where did the Pentagon's billions go?
The Pentagon cannot account for $220 billion in military gear, and has failed its fifth audit in a row.
You have the right to remain silent. Use it.
You can bet Alec Baldwin wishes he had.
Justice, public safety at risk without full funding
An overburdened system has been pushed to its limits and without action, it will crumble.
Mass shootings get the attention, but …
A firearm-related injury is a chronic and expensive condition, for the victims and for the nation.
I'm a former CIA analyst. Here's my take on the classified-documents crisis.
Sloppy handling can be fixed easily enough. The bigger issue is that there are few legitimate secrets.
Remembering America's mixed response to genocide
Learning from our history means acknowledging all of our history.
Did Chauvin get a fair trial?
His reasonably compelling appeal says no, and he may just get a new day in court.
World leaders: A contrast in handling crooks in government
In Ukraine, Zelenskyy acts to repair his country's reputation for corruption. In Israel, Netanyahu builds it.
World leaders: Jacinda Ardern never quite delivered on her promise
She may be a global star, but her political fate was up to New Zealand voters, and they're ready to move on.
Shootings trigger our political insanity
The moment the news breaks, the cycle of chaos starts again: How afraid should we be? Where should we direct our outrage?
On abortion, DFLers keep promises they never made
Who are the extremists in Minnesota, again?