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Election 2022

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Everything you need to know about the local, state and federal elections in 2022.

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Ready, set, spend? Campaign accounts bulging as races heat up

Ready, set, spend? Campaign accounts bulging as races heat up

As campaign raising turns to spending, DFLers are out front of Republicans in several key races on this year’s Minnesota ballot.
by Brian Bakst

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Omar, McCollum face challenges from fellow Democrats

Omar, McCollum face challenges from fellow Democrats

The two members of Congress representing Minneapolis and St. Paul are each facing primary challenges from within the DFL Party. 
by Mark Zdechlik

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In Rochester, national grievances spill into school board, mayoral races

In Rochester, national grievances spill into school board, mayoral races

Nonpartisan local campaigns have become platforms for a host of grievances that have defined national politics the last two years: President Trump's loss, the nation's response to COVID-19, and concerns about civil unrest are all making their way into school board, city council and mayoral races.
by Catharine Richert

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Some GOP lawmakers face primary challenge from the right

Some GOP lawmakers face primary challenge from the right

As Minnesota’s primary election on Aug. 9 nears, some Republican lawmakers are facing unexpected challenges from candidates who don’t think they’re conservative enough.
by Tim Pugmire

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Court rulings put spotlight on abortion issue in governor’s race

Court rulings put spotlight on abortion issue in governor’s race

After monumental court decisions on the federal and state level, abortion is an issue in the race for Minnesota governor. Incumbent Democrat Tim Walz says he will defend access to abortion, while his likely Republican opponent Scott Jensen has been softening his rhetoric around his opposition to the procedure.
by Brian Bakst

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Elections 2022: Share your questions and ideas

Elections 2022: Share your questions and ideas

Politics (and politicians) can be confusing. MPR News wants to be your guide to voting this fall by making sure all Minnesotans have what they need to vote.

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AG rivals debate what it will take to fight crime

AG rivals debate what it will take to fight crime

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and his Republican-endorsed challenger Jim Schultz laid out different plans Monday for improving public safety.
by Brian Bakst

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In Minnesota, emotions high after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade

In Minnesota, emotions high after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade

Supporters and opponents of legalized abortion in Minnesota reacted swiftly Friday to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, with opponents cheering the news and abortion rights advocates vowing to keep abortion legal in Minnesota.
by MPR News Staff

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Jensen seeks tax cuts to help Minnesota cope with inflation

Jensen seeks tax cuts to help Minnesota cope with inflation

Republican gubernatorial candidate Scott Jensen called Thursday for tax cuts and a clampdown on government spending and regulations to help Minnesotans cope with the highest inflation rate in 40 years.
by The Associated Press

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