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Rise of the Have-Not’s — and their Avatar(s)

Brexit’s Aftermath:  Referendum Contagion? It’s bigger than Trump. That’s the instant, inescapable, and more than a little harrowing takeaway from Britain’s vote Thursday to leave the European Union (“Brexit”). What’s less clear:  1) how far will the pendulum swing towards protectionism?; 2) who will be the leaders of this nascent movement?; and 3) whose agenda(s)...
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Minnnesota Wild Don’t Waste Time Playing Their New Goalie

Equipment Order:  “One New NHL Goalie Helmet, Pronto!” When you have a rabid sports fan in your household — in this case, my 15 year-old son — you know they pick up on subtleties others miss (OK, me). Like, the Minnesota Wild’s new goalie (via a trade) took the ice the other night still wearing...
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San Francisco’s Spare Quarterback

I’m no football guru, but watching Colin Kaepernick’s electrifying performance yesterday against the Green Bay Packers, it would appear the 49er’s now have an extra quarterback. Apologies to any Christian Ponder fans, but the Vikings — or another NFL team — would do well to trade for Kaepernick’s backup, Alex Smith, during the off-season. Don’t tell...
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