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Why Political Reconciliation Feels Impossible (And How One MN Group Disagrees)

Braver Angels offers valuable tactics for holiday political tensions, but managing family conversations isn't enough. Our democratic crisis requires addressing…

Twin Cities FinestDecember 11, 2025

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From Somalia to America to Detention: One Citizen’s Harrowing Journey

ICE's detention of Mubashir, a U.S. citizen of Somali descent, represents a constitutional crisis that threatens all Americans' rights. This…

Twin Cities FinestDecember 11, 2025

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5 Critical Distinctions Between ICE Agents and Local Police Authority

When local police deploy chemical irritants against protesters at ICE raids while claiming neutrality, they're making active choices about whose…

Twin Cities FinestDecember 11, 2025

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Is Your Car Safe? Richfield’s Winter Parking Program Explained

Richfield's innovative snow emergency reforms strike a brilliant balance between efficient street clearing and resident needs. By raising the snow…

Twin Cities FinestDecember 11, 2025

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Are You Protected? Legal Rights During ICE’s Ongoing Operations

The 400 ICE arrests in the Twin Cities represent a fundamentally flawed approach to immigration that prioritizes enforcement theater over…

Twin Cities FinestDecember 11, 2025

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Storm Chasers Reveal Where They Found Tuesday’s Deepest Drifts

Minnesota's peculiar pride in snowfall totals reveals much more than weather patterns – it showcases a sophisticated cultural adaptation where…

Twin Cities FinestDecember 11, 2025

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The Hidden Cost of Discriminatory Hiring: Lessons from the MPS Case

The DOJ lawsuit against Minneapolis Public Schools exposes how identity-based hiring practices undermine educational merit and equal protection principles. While…

Twin Cities FinestDecember 11, 2025

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How MSP’s Terminal 1 Transformation Will Change Your Travel Experience

MSP Airport's $242 million Terminal 1 renovation prioritizes aesthetics over addressing core passenger pain points. While travelers struggle with flight…

Twin Cities FinestDecember 11, 2025