Rob Hahn

Statement about running for governor: "Minnesota needs fresh leadership, and I’m the person to provide it. For too long, the two major parties have engaged in brutal partisan political battles that have accomplished little good. As governor, I will bring together all sides to accomplish what’s needed. It won’t be easy, but I like a good challenge and I know how to succeed." — From his Jan. 14 announcement statement

Party: Independence Party

Occupation: Owner of St. Paul-based Hahn Publications, which publishes newspapers The Midwest Wine Connection and Minnesota Prep Sports. Author of “The Funeral Home Murders” and soon-to-be-released “Robbob for Governor.” Former producer at WCCO-AM.

Home: St. Paul

Education: University of Notre Dame

Website: www.hahn2010.info

Key issues and priorities: Jobs and business, tax reform, fiscal responsibility, Vikings stadium

Background articles: MinnPost: "St. Paul author and publisher will seek Independence Party endorsement for governor"

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