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There's a lot of talk in the state's political circles about Governor Tim Pawlenty's decision not seek a third term.  Without an incumbant, the 2010 governor's race is wide open, and Pawlenty now has to govern as a lame duck.  MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with Capitol reporter Tom Scheck about how the politics could play out.

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There's a lot of talk in the state's political circles about Governor Tim Pawlenty's decision not seek a third term.  Without an incumbant, the 2010 governor's race is wide open, and Pawlenty now has to govern as a lame duck.

Race for governor to affect state government

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