Paul Rosenthal

May 21, 2010

Midway through candidate filing period, many legislative races lack challengers

If the phrase “sure thing” can be applied anywhere in politics, it might be appropriate in a small part of St. Paul, including Falcon Heights and a swath of territory north of Interstate 94.

Feb 22, 2010

Republicans line up to challenge incumbent DFL lawmakers

Minnesota Republicans, buoyed by national congressional gains and an increasing tide of conservative sentiment, are queueing up to challenge incumbent DFL state legislators this year.

Feb 10, 2010

House GOP takes the offensive on jobs during floor debate

During Monday’s floor debate, House Republicans jumped out in front of DFLers who are fast-tracking a nearly $1 billion capital projects bill.

Feb 10, 2010

15 more legislative hopefuls throw their hats in the ring

Fifteen more Minnesotans have registered campaign committees with the state to run for the state Legislature this year -- and one has dropped out of a House race in the east metro.

Feb 8, 2010

House GOP takes the offensive on jobs during floor debate

House Republicans this afternoon jumped out in front of DFLers who are fast-tracking a nearly $1 billion capital projects bill. They ultimately failed to force a vote on a bill that phases out Minnesota's corporate income tax.

Nov 5, 2008

Legislature: DFL has net gain of two seats in House, but GOP has victories to savor, as well

If the phrase “sure thing” can be applied anywhere in politics, it might be appropriate in a small part of St. Paul, including Falcon Heights and a swath of territory north of Interstate 94. The three DFLers who represent Senate District 66 and House Districts 66A and 66B — Sen. Ellen Anderson, Rep. John Lesch ...