Opinion

Europe, soccer and racism

Published November 22, 2004

Racist fans should be considered in Madrid's bid for the 2012 Olympic Games.

The aftermath of Arafat’s death

Published November 22, 2004

It appears a moderate Palestinian leadership will finally have a chance to lead.

Delay leads in a House of scoundrels

Published November 22, 2004

As the mantra in the House goes, "Thieves in need are friends indeed."

Without Powell, groupthink a larger concern

Published November 22, 2004

Hopefully, Bush's advisers are not afraid to speak up even when they disagree with him.

College Republicans act unethically

Published November 22, 2004

The Republican Party is the party of right and wrong. We should, and must, act the part.

The general inconsistency of the ‘moral majority’

Published November 22, 2004

The Oregon Territory high court defined marriage as a civil contract establishing "the most important relationship of one's life."

Minneapolis sues airport authorities

Published November 19, 2004

The MAC and FAA went back on their word and are underfunding noise control.

Bush reforms immigration

Published November 19, 2004

Bush's approach is a wise plan that deserves a fair hearing and swift passage.

We need a huge tuition increase, again

Published November 19, 2004

University President Bob Bruininks made a cowardly approach to increasing tuition over the next few years. He and the Board of Regents made a budget stipulation that would restrict tuition increases to...

Tough decisions ahead for Gophers football

Published November 18, 2004

After last year's 10-win season and two consecutive bowl victories, expectations were higher.