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Good Question: Why Are Most Major Cities Headed By Democrats?
Democratic voters in Minneapolis got together this weekend to pick their preference for the city’s next mayor. They couldn’t reach a decision, but if the recent past is any indication, the next mayor of Minneapolis will be a DFLer. Of the 25 biggest U.S. cities, only Indianapolis and Fort Worth have Republican mayors.
New $89M Senate Building A Surprise To Some
The Minnesota State Capitol is about to get a new neighbor for the first time in decades. Construction begins next year on a new, $89.5 million Senate Office Building located directly behind the Capitol.
How Do You Feel About The Government Spying On You?
Tell John how you feel about Big Brother watching you.
GOP Field Taking Shape In Open 6th District Race
One possible Republican candidate for Michele Bachmann’s congressional seat is taking herself out of the running while another gets ready to announce his plans. Bachmann’s surprise decision not to seek reelection started a scramble among possible Republican successors.
Jim Graves Drops Out Of Race In 6th Congressional District
The Democrat gearing up for a rematch against U.S. Rep. Michele Bachmann suspended his campaign Friday, proclaiming success in his goal to oust the polarizing conservative from Congress two days after she announced she wouldn’t seek re-election.
Graves On Bachmann Decision: ‘She Read The Tea Leaves’
Rep. Michele Bachmann’s announcement that she won’t seek a fifth term has her most recent opponent saying that she “read the tea leaves,” in an apparent reference to her Tea Party ties.
Minn. Senate Leader: Minimum Wage Hike Unlikely
The state Senate majority leader says a proposed increase in the state minimum wage is not likely to happen this session because Democrats in the House and Senate can’t agree how much to raise it. Sen. Tom Bakk says Thursday there are not enough votes among Senate Democrats.
Minn. Lawmakers End Push To Open Voting Early
Minnesota Democrats are giving up for the year on a push to change election law so people could start voting weeks before Election Day.
Vote On $800M Construction Bill May Come Friday
The Minnesota House plans a Friday debate an $800 million construction projects bill that can’t pass without Republican votes.
Ballot Results Were No Predictor Of House Marriage Vote
A quarter of Minnesota House members wound up voting a personal preference on legalizing gay marriage rather than following results of last November’s ballot measure. Thursday’s 75-59 vote saw Republicans and Democrats defy the fall outcome on the constitutional amendment in their district.
Comp Time Or Overtime?
Would you rather have Overtime or Comp Time for working extra hours?
Gay Marriage Momentum Expands To 2 Midwest States
The national momentum on gay marriage has been limited mostly to the East and West coasts, but it looks like that’s about to change.
Protesters Chide Dems For ‘Lack Of Courage’ On Gun Control Vote
Gun control advocates said Friday that Democrats at the Minnesota Legislature are showing a “lack of courage” by shelving a vote on tougher gun laws.
House DFLer Blasts Speaker For Dropping Gun Bill
The DFL state representative who pushed expanded background checks for Minnesota gun buyers said Thursday that he’s angry with his fellow Democrat, House Speaker Paul Thissen, for shelving the bill this year.
Dayton Not Keen On Democrat’s Tax Hike Bill
Minnesota Senate Democrats passed a sweeping tax hike bill on Monday that includes a sales tax on clothing.
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