Lawmakers stand accused of turning Americans’ financial strain into a bargaining tool in a heated shutdown standoff. With healthcare premium hikes and a November 1 open enrollment deadline looming, the national debate has, according to several sources, turned sharply critical—and deeply personal.

Omar Fateh has earned recognition for his strategic focus on policies serving working families. In this opinion piece, author Patricia Torres Ray makes a persuasive case for why he is the most fitting choice for Minneapolis mayor.

Governor Tim Walz’s push to limit fossil fuel use has kindled hopes for a greener Minnesota. Yet many worry that working families could face sharply higher electricity costs, raising doubts about how attainable these environmental goals truly are.