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Paul Allen gives Vikings football its Minnesota voice

Allen’s call of the Minneapolis Miracle demonstrated how the two can work together. When Stefon Diggs turned Case Keenum’s pass into a 61-yard, game-ending touchdown against New Orleans in January 2018, Allen supplied the astonishment and the name that would endure: “It’s a Minneapolis Miracle!”

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Howie: Minnesota schools must earn the next check

Homeowners are absorbing insurance increases, utility bills, groceries and taxes from multiple jurisdictions. Retirees must consider whether their income can support the accumulating cost of remaining in their homes. Parents supporting schools are also paying for the children attending them.

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Howie: Minnesota voters deserve a job interview

A family worried about rent, groceries, child care or the next utility bill deserves a realistic account of what a governor can accomplish. State government has meaningful authority over some costs and limited influence over others. Candidates should be precise about the difference.

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