Opinion

Editorial: The Minnesota Daily endorses Tim Walz for Governor of Minnesota

by Daily Editorial Board
Published November 1, 2018

The 2018 midterm elections are looking to be the most contentious in U.S. history. After the 2016 general election results left many Americans unsatisfied, many see this election year as a catalyst that...

Editorial: The Minnesota Daily’s endorsement for Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District

by Daily Editorial Board
Published November 1, 2018

Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District is one of the major urban-centered districts in Minnesota, spanning eastern Hennepin County and parts of Anoka and Ramsey counties. Comprised of Minneapolis and...

Editorial: The Minnesota Daily’s endorsement for Minnesota House District 60B

by Daily Editorial Board
Published November 1, 2018

House District 60B is experiencing change this election cycle, as the first Somali-American legislator Rep. Ilhan Omar, DFL-Minneapolis, has vacated the seat for a chance to represent Minnesota in Congress....

Letter to the Editor: Remember that light will dispel the dark

by Letter to the Editor
Published November 1, 2018

In light of the recent Pittsburgh shooting, remember that light will dispel the dark.

Ababiy: Our newfound civic energy cannot end at the polls

by Jonathan Ababiy
Published November 1, 2018

Vote on Nov. 6, but continue to engage representatives and hold them accountable.

Venkata: Technological affects on human development should be a huge concern

by Uma Venkata
Published November 1, 2018

Heeding warnings from Silicon Valley, the use of screens and smart devices affect how all ages interact and learn.

Editorial: Don’t face midterms alone

by Daily Editorial Board
Published October 29, 2018

The University of Minnesota offers extensive help in managing stress, schoolwork and more to keep you moving through midterms.

Letter to the Editor: Vote for third-party candidate Paula Overby for U.S. Senate

by Letter to the Editor
Published October 29, 2018

Paula Overby is the alternative to the divisive two-party system.

Schneider: Candidates need to talk about how they plan to address sexual assault in MN

by Ellen Schneider
Published October 29, 2018

Candidates haven’t had much to say about sexual assault, despite mounting concern.

Haasch: Despite attacks on their civil rights, transgender and intersex people still exist

by Palmer Haasch
Published October 29, 2018

A recent Department of Health and Human Services memo attempts to define transgender and intersex people out of existence.