Oct 6, 2016
Now, we don’t want to appear to be picking on Sen. David Hann (R-48, Eden Prairie), but there is so much material to work with, we just can’t help ourselves. Here is a bit of poetic justice. Former Senate staffer, who worked in communications and research under Hann,...
Oct 6, 2016
In Minnesota politics, the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association (MPPOA) are usually a safe endorsement for incumbent legislators. Their endorsement usually comes with some money and independent expenditure support. This year we understand Sen. David Hann...
Oct 4, 2016
We learned today the MN Senate Republican Caucus is taking steps to preparing for a loss by Senate Minority Leader David Hann (R-48, Edenn Prairie) in November. We understand they have selected Assistant Majority Sen. Michelle Benson (R-31, Ham Lake) to step into the...
Sep 28, 2016
The campaign finance reports for the various political entities are out and we have assembled a breakdown of the numbers for your perusal. Republican Party of MN Cash Collected 601,753.81 In-Kind Contributions 230,911.35 Total...
Sep 28, 2016
In light of the fact that Governor Mark Dayton (D) is unwilling to call a special session, we thought it worthwhile to look at the of the proposed Tax Bill which was vetoed by Dayton and discuss one aspect worth noting. Specifically, the provisions for reimbursement...
Sep 28, 2016
It would seem logical that the DFL should be regularly banging the drum on behalf of the environment. When Republican candidates often are climate change deniers, and obstructionists when it comes to dealing with issues like pollinators and ditch buffers. It even...
Sep 6, 2016
The 2016 Target List for the DFL was originally set at 24 and has now been expanded to 26. Additionally, four other seats have risen to higher priorities and more likely victories because of the candidacy of Donald J. Trump (R). Recent polling reveals a far stronger...
Sep 6, 2016
Recent opposition mailers have hit in the districts of Sen. Rod Skoe (DFL-02, Clearbrook), Sen. Kent Eken (DFL-04, Twin Valley), Sen. Lyle Koenen (DFL-17, Clara City), Sen. Vicki Jensen (DFL-24, Owatonna, and Sen. Matt Schmit (DFL-21, Red Wing). The expectation is...
Sep 6, 2016
As we stated previously, polling data is showing Donald J Trump (R) is a drag on the GOP ticket and is creating opportunities for the DFL House Minority to recapture seats lost in 2014 and potentially gain seats in the suburban districts. They too are expanding their...
Aug 26, 2016
We at Checks & Balances are continuing our tradition of publishing the State Fair Polls found at the State Fair booths in the Education Building. Official Ballot Minnesota House of Representatives 2016 State Fair Poll Question 1. Do you support an increase in the...
