Bills, Klobuchar disagree on farm bill — and nearly everything else — at Farmfest
REDWOOD COUNTY, Minn. — In their first joint forum, GOP candidate Kurt Bills noted his opposition to the $500 billion farm bill that Amy Klobuchar helped shape.
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James Nord covers politics and the Minnesota Legislature.
Election officials prepare for possible Supreme Court recounts in primary
There’s the possibility of a recount in two of the three state Supreme Court races on the Aug. 14 primary ballot.
Sen. Mike Parry stands by comments calling Gov. Dayton ‘scary’
Parry called him “scary” and the “most liberal governor in the United States.”
Dedication speakers praise Humphrey’s legacy, criticize today’s partisan politics
Bill Clinton and Walter Mondale joined a large crowd to unveil a statue depicting Humphrey in the middle of one of his passionate speeches.
Wary advocates guess how Minnesota Supreme Court might rule on amendment lawsuits
To some court watchers, Tuesday’s comments by Justices Paul Anderson and Alan Page provide insight into which way the court may be leaning.
Who has power to name amendments? Supreme Court poised to settle dispute
The arguments center on whether it’s the legislative or executive branch’s job to control the wording of constitutional amendment titles.
Speaker Kurt Zellers wades into already messy GOP House primary
The GOP leader endorsed the “conservative values” of Tea Party challenger Cindy Pugh over the more moderate incumbent, Steve Smith.
Early analysis shows limited Minnesota revenue impact from health care law
New income would be minimal, but Congressman Paulsen worries about the effect of a new tax on the state’s medical device industry.
Sen. Mike Parry, GOP colleagues dispute secretary of state’s amendment actions
They raised concerns that Mark Ritchie might be violating campaign finance law in his “educational” talks around the state.
Minnesota Supreme Court vigorously questions Photo ID supporters and opponents — but doesn’t tip hand
The justices are expected to rule by late August on whether the proposed constitutional amendment will appear on the November ballot.
Minnesota announces $41 million contract to set up health exchange
The Virginia-based Maximus firm would design and maintain a Minnesota-run insurance exchange mandated in federal law.
Minnesota amendment wording can affect votes, experts say
Small changes in titles or language can change voters’ perception of a measure, studies and real-life experience indicate.
Secretary of State Mark Ritchie renames Photo ID amendment, too
Last month, he changed the name of the so-called marriage amendment.
Ban on sports tipboards throws charitable gambling groups for loss
They’re reeling from a regulatory decision that could affect what some have criticized as a shaky funding source for the new Vikings stadium.
Opponents file court brief on Photo ID amendment
The groups include Common Cause Minnesota and the League of Women Voters.
Secretary of State Ritchie proposed new ballot title for marriage amendment
He is describing the amendment as “Limiting the status of marriage to opposite sex couples.”
Minnesota moving ahead with health insurance exchange
About 15 states already have implemented exchanges, but the issue has been extremely divisive here, with GOP opposition to the governor’s efforts.
Federal lawsuit seeks to tighten Minnesota’s Election Day registration procedures
The Minnesota Voters Alliance and several political candidates argue that election officials are not adequately ensuring that ineligible citizens are turned away from the polls.
Senate panel approves spending $84,683 in legal fees in Brodkorb case
The Senate Rules Committee voted along party lines to approve the bill, which comes from private attorneys preparing a legal defense.
Legislative commission opts for unprecedented approach to defend Photo ID amendment
The Minnesota Legislature is hiring outside counsel to try to intervene formally in litigation to defend one of its key priorities.
