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Republican Tom Emmer outlined his "first principles" speech tonight before a receptive audience of 150 people.  During his roughly 30 minuts speech, Emmer says, if elected, he'll return Minnesota to the "art of constitutional government" if he's elected governor.

The state legislator from Delano said those key constitutional priorities are public safety, infrastructure and public education.  Emmer also urged a dramatic overhaul of the state's social service and welfare programs - saying he'll "peel back the onion" when it comes to social service programs.

Emmer also took a shot at his key Republican rival, Marty Seifert, who released eight policy papers on issues like the state budget, transportation and education.

Emmer is vying for the Republican endorsement with fellow state legislator Marty Seifert of Marshall.  Seifert's campaign manager Kurt Daudt said Emmer should have outlined how he'll accomplish his goals.

The April 30th Republican endorsing convention will be critical for both Emmer and Seifert since they both pledged to drop out of the race if they don't win party backing.  Democrats will meet on Saturday to back their candidate.

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Emmer says state should focus on public safety, infrastructure and K12 schools.

Emmer wants to practice the art of “constitutional government.”

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