The Minneapolis Star Tribune has endorsed Antone Melton-Meaux, who is challenging Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., in next week’s primary.
The endorsement came in an editorial posted Wednesday night.
“After careful consideration and interviews with both, the Star Tribune Editorial Board recommends Melton-Meaux, a first-time candidate with strong progressive values that align well with the district, as well as consensus-building skills honed as a professional mediator,” the newspaper’s editorial board said.
“Melton-Meaux brings a different sensibility to this race, one grounded in helping resolve disputes to move forward — a skill this country is much in need of. His thoughtful approach holds out the promise of building common ground. Whether it’s healthcare, criminal justice or affordable housing, Melton-Meaux appears progressive, but pragmatic. While Omar wants to lead a movement, Melton-Meaux seeks to serve the Fifth District."
The Star Tribune said Omar’s term in office has been “marred by missteps.” They include “remarks on Israel widely regarded as anti-Semitic, an outsized number of missed votes, and campaign-finance issues.”
And the newspaper said: “Melton-Meaux fully grasps the needs of the diverse constituency he hopes to represent, and, if given a chance, is the kind of leader who could unite a fractured district.”
Jeffrey Rodack ✉
Jeffrey Rodack, who has nearly a half century in news as a senior editor and city editor for national and local publications, has covered politics for Newsmax for nearly seven years.
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