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Thursday, November 5, 2009

Editorial: Let's make sure the watchdog has teeth

Voters said "Keep it." Now the BET must perform.

Editorial: Pros and cons of school tax votes

School levy results show need for school finance reform.

Editorial: A push for better reading instruction

National group salutes state's teacher certification changes.

Editorial: Vaccine supplies should be public

Dearth of information heightens public's fears

Editorial: Work your civic muscle

Go to the polls today.

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E.J. Dionne Jr.: The lessons of this election

Voters are of a mind to put a world of hurt on any candidate perceived as not looking out for their interests.

Ryan Winkler: Layoffs should never arrive unannounced

There's a law about this, but it's too often ignored. So let's make it stronger.

Thinking back on East and West Berlin

In the end, it was easy to tear down that wall. The physical one, anyway.

Streamlining Minnesota

New ideas for the public sector

THERE'S NEVER BEEN A BETTER TIME to create a more efficient Minnesota. Facing large budget deficits at the state, county and local levels, Minnesotans are seeing with new clarity that the public sector must adapt to new economic realities. Only the smartest, most strategic reinvention will ensure that our tax dollars are spent on the best programs and services. Read more

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