Political analyst Sarah Janacek dies
Longtime Minnesota political analyst Sarah Janacek died unexpectedly Friday while traveling in South America. She was 57.
Janacek's 20-year career included work as a journalist, political consultant and lobbyist. Also a lawyer, Janacek published the newsletter "Politics in Minnesota."
On her Facebook page, Janacek's family said she developed a widespread infection while traveling in Brazil.
Though often at odds with her, Gov. Mark Dayton released a statement calling Janacek a "dear friend." Dayton said he'd miss her "keen insights and wonderful wit."
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