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Former governor and likely 2012 presidential candidate Tim Pawlenty has assembled his national fundraising team. A Pawlenty aide said Pawlenty will introduce the team to major supporters on a conference call this morning. The aide said Pawlenty’s fundraising will begin in earnest in April with a push for major-donor fundraising. Below are the names and…
Mondale remembers Ferraro's life.
GOP House Speaker Kurt Zellers says the Legislature will provide flood aid when needed.
Met Council chair: transit cuts could drive fares to $7, cut service by half
Bachmann 2012? “We’re inching closer”
Congresswoman Michele Bachmann talked about a possible presidential campaign with Fox News
A look at the day's political news.
Mingo meets the press
Governor's dog makes public appearance.
Dayton defends LGA, blasts GOP budget
DFLer claims Republicans are in budget denial.