Former Gov. Arne Carlson weighs in on state finances

Arne Carlson
Republican Gov. Arne Carlson worked to get Minnesota back on better financial footing, but it wasn't until the late 90s that the state could tout AAA status from all the ratings agencies. Carlson said it was his big goal.
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