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Opinion

The Trump coalition wins but the GOP brand doesn’t

Editorials and columns

Just how badly did Republicans do in two Texas special elections last weekend? Not as badly as apocalyptic headlines in liberal-leaning outlets would suggest -- but badly enough that Republicans nationwide have to learn some searing lessons. Although the GOP lost both races, one was for a ...

Unveiled: Citizen abuse and neglect

Editorials and columns

The malaise you feel is not just the post-holiday blues. Abuse and neglect, whether experienced by individuals or societies, can have profound, lasting implications. In children and youth, maltreatment can lead to psychological trauma, developmental delays, and long-term behavioral issues. ...

Don’t abuse the word ‘protest’

Editorials and columns

Alex Pretti wasn't killed while "protesting." This is a common description of what he was doing on a Minneapolis street the fateful morning when a confrontation with federal immigration agents ended in his tragic shooting. But if Pretti had been a mere protester, he'd very likely be alive ...

The value of a college degree

Editorials and columns

The debate regarding the value of a college degree has resurfaced in the news recently. With tuition continuing to increase at universities and colleges across the country, many people have, as NBC News political reporter Ben Kamisar described, "grown sour on one of the longtime key ingredients ...

What a year this month has been

Editorials and columns

What do you mean it's still January? From Minneapolis to Venezuela to Greenland, a year's worth of current events have unfolded in a matter of weeks. Here are a few things that feel as long as the first few weeks of January have felt: The first workout after vacation at the all-inclusive ...