The budget forecast calls for pain

Minnesota State Capitol
Minnesota State Capitol.
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As state finance officials announce the size of the looming budget deficit, lawmakers are already considering deep spending cuts and tax increases.

Former legislative leaders discuss the implications of a multi-billion dollar deficit.

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