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Capitol View®

Reporting on State Politics and Government

Senate hopeful Painter’s party ties cause flare-up

Senate hopeful Painter’s party ties cause flare-up

Richard Painter's hesitance to call himself a Democrat set off a back-and-forth over his decision to run as one for U.S. Senate.
by Brian Bakst

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Erin Murphy out with first ad in governor’s race

In her first television ad in the governor's race, DFL-endorsed candidate Erin Murphy speaks directly to progressives, saying she'll push to stop the NRA and pass single-payer health care.
by Briana Bierschbach

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Daily Digest: Early votes are rolling in

Early voting is on track to triple this year and Tim Walz delivers plan for broadband and transportation funding.
by Briana Bierschbach

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Early voting up in Minnesota’s August primary election

Previously, Minnesotans had to have a reason they could not vote in person on election day to submit an absentee ballot, but the new law gave everyone the option. Minnesotans can vote in person at an early voting center or via no-excuse absentee ballot by mail at least 46 days before the election.
by Briana Bierschbach

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Walz proposes grants, other spending to help cities

DFL candidate for governor Tim Walz is proposing a new state grant program to help Minnesota cities with infrastructure improvements and other local projects.
by Tim Pugmire

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Minnesota’s credit rating improves on eve of bond sale

Minnesota has AAA ratings from two of three bond houses, a slight improvement. The last time Minnesota had a perfect rating was in 2002.
by Brian Bakst

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Daily Digest: Who is Lori Swanson?

Who is Lori Swanson and welcome Minnesota's newest Supreme Court justice.
by Briana Bierschbach

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Duluth lawmakers call on Rick Nolan to resign from Congress

Duluth lawmakers call on Rick Nolan to resign from Congress

In a letter Tuesday afternoon, three Duluth city councilors, a state senator, a county commissioner and several school board members -- all men -- said Nolan should resign from his seat in Minnesota's 8th Congressional District.
by Briana Bierschbach

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Daily Digest: Responses to sexual assault investigation

Responses to an investigative report examining sexual assault cases and where one of the top candidates for governor stands on recreational marijuana.
by Briana Bierschbach

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