Voting amendment sides disagree on latest poll trends of support
A coalition of groups opposing the measure say public support is weakening, but backers disagree.
James Nord
James Nord covers politics and the Minnesota Legislature.
GOP complaint against Secretary of State Ritchie dismissed
An administrative law judge on Thursday threw out a complaint from two GOP senators accusing him of abusing his office over the proposed voting amendment.
DFL appears poised to regain Minnesota Senate and has a shot at retaking House
As both sides battle for control in the final days before the election, it appears that the Republican grip on the state Legislature is slipping away.
Bill Clinton rallies youth vote for Obama at U of M rally
With state momentarily in presidential spotlight, he outlines a wide range of policy differences between the president and Mitt Romney.
Independent groups spending record sums to win control of Legislature
The massive financial commitments by political parties and independent groups rival those usually associated with a major statewide race, such as governor.
Voting amendment foes mobilize college students to get out message
Student leaders from across the state joined Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak to condemn what they called an unnecessary amendment that would restrict voter participation.
LWV President MacNamara: Our goal is ensuring free, fair elections open to every eligible voter
The national League of Women Voters and its local chapter oppose Minnesota’s voting amendment as unfairly restricting access to the polls.
Minnesota Council of Churches launches campaign against voting amendment
The group says it’s is concerned about the measure’s potential effects on those on the fringes of society, such as the poor, disabled and elderly.
Legislative candidates find Tea Party’s red-hot rage has cooled considerably
Two years ago, candidates frequently were greeted with anger at doors across the state. This year, the tenor seems different.
More info sought before any decision on GOP complaint against Mark Ritchie
Two Republicans senators contend that the secretary of state is misinforming the public about the voting amendment and abusing his office.
Rep. Kiffmeyer, former Gov. Carlson clash on voting amendment’s costs and effects
The two former Republican executive branch members now differ sharply on what the proposed constitutional amendment will do to the state’s voting procedures.
Will constitutional amendments be key in deciding close legislative elections?
The presidential race is the key driver in voter turnout, but it appears either amendment could tip close races and help determine which party controls the Legislature.
Voting amendment debate produces familiar questions — but no agreement on the answers
Representatives of the two sides offered sharply conflicting opinions about the amendment’s potential effects on Minnesota’s voting system.
Pocketbook issues dominating many key Minnesota legislative races
Voters’ concerns about jobs and the economy are surfacing in legislative campaigns across the state.
GOP senators file complaint over Mark Ritchie’s voting amendment actions
Sens. Scott Newman and Mike Parry claim the secretary of state has acted improperly as an elected official and is attempting to mislead voters about the measure.
Minnesota Majority director McGrath not required to register as lobbyist
The state Campaign Finance Board determined that his efforts did not reach the mandatory threshold requiring registration.
Minnesota’s health-insurance-exchange planners change agencies
The move from the Commerce Department removes a potential conflict of interest if the agency both administered and regulated health insurance.
New My Ballot site offers ‘one-stop shopping’ for Minnesota voters
It’s designed to provide busy citizens with the ability to make informed decisions on Election Day.
Jill Biden touts Obama’s support of higher education during Macalester stop
In a speech tailored to the college audience, Biden stumped on the president’s track record of protecting higher education.
Religious coalition joins fight against Minnesota’s voting amendment
A coalition of faith groups promised to engage 50,000 religious voters before November in the uphill fight against the ballot question.