Political

Esme’s Blog: Is The IRS Corrupt Or Incompetent?

In a congressional hearing into revelations that the IRS targeted conservative groups, one congressman pounced on the agency’s fired chief’s insistence that the targeting was not politically motivated.

2013/05/18

Tony Cornish On Gun Issues

Rep. Tony Cornish joined Chad to discuss the latest statistics on defensive shootings.

2013/02/25

Medical Marijuana Faces Tough Road In Minnesota

Medical marijuana supporters face a tough challenge this legislative session in Minnesota, where Gov. Mark Dayton says he won’t sign anything without the backing of law enforcement — and authorities say they’re strongly opposed.

2012/12/12

Bipartisanship Still Elusive At Minn. Capitol

hile there’s a lot on the agenda when Minnesota lawmakers return to St. Paul next month, the Capitol’s leaders gave no strong indication Monday that bipartisanship will be the new standard.

2012/12/10

Do Negative Political Ads Affect The Way You Vote?

2012/10/27

Dem-Leaning Groups Have Cash Edge In Minn. Races

Democratic-leaning political funds have a significant financial lead over their Republican-friendly counterparts in Minnesota with control of the Legislature at stake in November’s election.

2012/06/20

At Session’s End, Was It Really A ‘Do Nothing’ Legislature?

For the first time in many weeks, the Minnesota Vikings stadium is not a story at the Capitol. But that doesn’t mean politicians weren’t busy kicking off the election campaign.

2012/05/15

Minn. Court To Take Public Input On Political Maps

A series of eight hearings designed to get input on Minnesota’s political boundaries is beginning.

2011/10/02