The state of politics in Minnesota

MPR's Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer speaks with Minnesota Public Radio Capitol Bureau Chief Laura McCallum about the latest in the governor's race. Health care and public safety are top issues between the candidates.

McCallum also discusses a new development in campaigning. Candidats are not placing their public schedules online very far in advance. They are trying to thwart videographers from opposing campaigns, known as trackers, who tape candidates public appearances.

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