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Capitol Retort: Trump’s nemesis; a Capitol lawsuit; Twitter twaddle
Our review of issues in state and national news, with a rotating cast of political people in the know.
Read More »Breaking the Ice: Speaking up for Iron Range ‘nuances’
Rep. Julie Sandstede, DFL-Hibbing, was inspired by her high school band director to get into education.
Read More »Capitol Retort: Comey; single subject; principled or authoritarian?
Our review of issues in state and national news, with a rotating cast of political people in the know.
Read More »Breaking the Ice: Informal lobbying led to House seat
Rep. Randy Jessup came up with the idea for oatmeal in a cup
Read More »Capitol Retort: Transparency, single subject, marathon run
Our review of issues in state and national news, with a rotating cast of political people in the know.
Read More »Breaking the Ice: No form letters for this senator, please
“The two things you never want to hear an elected official say are, ‘Trust me,’ and ‘I’ve always wanted to do this.'"
Read More »Capitol Retort: Who goes first, best and worst, cookie monster
Our review of issues in state and national news, with a rotating cast of political people in the know.
Read More »In the Hopper: Real ID; provisional ballots; ignition interlock
The Legislature finally passed Real ID with no statutory ban on undocumented immigrants getting driver’s licenses.
Read More »Breaking the Ice: Candidate recruiter gets recruited, wins Senate seat
Sen. Paul Utke said serving in the Senate is “a huge step up from the council”
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