Political ambition and the budget Politics St. Paul, Minn. · Mar 11, 2010 Listen 53min 59sec Emmer, Thissen MPR File Photos Midmorning continues its series about the Minnesota budget shortfall with lawmakers who are running for governor. We will ask Representatives Tom Emmer and Paul Thissen where they stand on governor Pawlenty's budget priorities. Gallery Emmer, Thissen MPR File Photos Stay Informed Subscribe to our politics newsletter. Email Address Zip Code See our Privacy Policy. Must be age 13.