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Which flag fits? Superlatives and accolades for Minnesota’s flag redesigns

Which flag fits? Superlatives and accolades for Minnesota’s flag redesigns

We have absolutely no control over what design will be the final choice by the State Emblems Redesign Commission. But that won’t stop us and the rest of the MPR newsroom from recognizing some of the great and humorous submissions.
by Matt Mikus and Anna Haecherl

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Roundup: Breaking down a busy week of Minnesota politics

Roundup: Breaking down a busy week of Minnesota politics

MPR News political editor Brian Bakst and Eric Eskola, co-host of “Almanac” on Twin Cities Public Television, joined Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer to run down this week’s political headlines and what they mean for Minnesotans.
by Cathy Wurzer, Brian Bakst and Gracie Stockton

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What a progressive majority city council could mean for Minneapolis

What a progressive majority city council could mean for Minneapolis

Although Minneapolis is a mostly DFL town, city politics in recent years have been divided between liberal Democrats and a more progressive alliance of Democrats and democratic socialists.
by Jon Collins

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Sen. Joe Manchin announces he won't seek reelection in 2024

Sen. Joe Manchin announces he won't seek reelection in 2024

West Virginia Democrat Joe Manchin will not seek reelection to the Senate in 2024, Democrats have a narrow majority and face and uphill battle to retain his seat.
by Deirdre Walsh

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State Sen. Kelly Morrison launches bid for Phillips' U.S. House seat

State Sen. Kelly Morrison launches bid for Phillips' U.S. House seat

Kelly Morrison, an OB-GYN who has served in the Legislature for five years, has helped advance policies guaranteeing access to reproductive health care in Minnesota.
by Dana Ferguson

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6 takeaways from the third Republican primary debate

6 takeaways from the third Republican primary debate

At the GOP debate in Miami, five Republicans sparred over top issues include the Israel-Hamas war, Ukraine, China, abortion and Social Security. Here's what you need to know.
by Sarah McCammon

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Minnesota voters backed school funding, union-endorsed candidates at the polls

Minnesota voters backed school funding, union-endorsed candidates at the polls

Minnesota voters on Tuesday approved the majority of funding questions from school districts. Union-endorsed candidates took significant school board wins. Here’s a look at what happened.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Roslyn Harmon declares victory in tight race for Golden Valley mayor

Roslyn Harmon declares victory in tight race for Golden Valley mayor

With all precincts reporting, Roslyn Harmon, a nonprofit leader, led city council member Gillian Rosenquist by 26 votes. Harmon is poised to become Golden Valley’s first Black mayor.
by Becky Z. Dernbach

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