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The New York Times' assertion that Minnesotans have a near love affair with "grape salad" continues to evoke entertaining responses. The banter centers on the Times' choice of said salad as THE dish that best represents Minnesota. Margaret Sullivan, the Times' version of an ombudsman, joined the criticism today with "A Recipe for Wrath (Grapes Optional) in Minnesota". Meanwhile, MPR News' Bob Collins offered praise to one Minnesota police department for its response to the controversy.

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