In November, Minnesota voters will be asked to approve a constitutional amendment that would require people to present a photo ID before voting. In light of Minnesota’s loose voting rules…

Minnesota owes it to the world to do more mining here.The Star Tribune addressed the mining issue -- and its importance to the next governor and Department of Natural Resources…

Practically everyone has an opinion about natural resource management, and the opinions are well-intentioned and diverse. As special interests devoted to recreation, industry, and preservation have asserted their agendas in…

Executive SummaryThe recount that followed the 2008 U.S. Senate election in Minnesota brought to light several weaknesses in the state’s election systems. Many observers have suggested that improvements are needed,…