Mar 16, 2000
The adage that you can draw more flies with honey than vinegar is a simple idea, which even Governor Jesse Ventura (RP-MN) should grasp. In his latest tour in southeastern Minnesota, he has pretty much sent the unicameral proposal down the tubes by his own words. If...
Mar 16, 2000
Secretary of Energy Bill Richardson will be the keynote speaker for the 22nd Annual Hubert Humphrey Day Dinner on April 15th. The evening will honor the work of retiring Congressman Bruce Vento (D-MN04). The event will take place at 6:00 PM at the Prom Center in...
Mar 10, 2000
Two weeks ago Law & Politics magazine sent out a survey soliciting information on the “Best and Worst Lobbyists.” This idea was seen as cute and funny initially, but upon reflection may be damaging to the careers of people who are named. How do you...
Mar 10, 2000
The DFL Precinct Caucus process has always depended on the drafting of resolutions for changes to the Party Platform. This year is no different except the exchange of e-mail and websites allow groups and organizations to ally and bring the same items into the process...
Mar 10, 2000
It may if you are talking about the photograph on page 293 book entitled NSP An Illustrated History. On that page, you will find a picture of three NSP Executives and three legislators holding up posters made from the front page of the Red Wing Republican Eagle that...
Mar 10, 2000
There are a number of twists in the debate over Light Rail Transit (LRT) and Rep Phil Krinkie was very busy yesterday because he was front and center on this issue as well. After the unicameral issue vote the State Government Finance Committee they took up another...
Mar 10, 2000
During the most tumultuous period in our nation’s history, President Abraham Lincoln (R) said, “A house divided against itself cannot stand…” He was referring to the impending destruction of the United States of America because of the secession of the...
Mar 10, 2000
Vice-President Al Gore (D) will arrive in Minnesota almost 36 hours after he was set to arrive yesterday. He will not be attending the event at Eagan High School as was originally intended. He will be attending a rally staged at the Bloomington VFW set for around...
Mar 8, 2000
The Jerry Janezich campaign announced two new staff positions. Randy Schubring has taken on the responsibility of managing the campaign, while former Campaign Manager Beth Lareau has moved over to manage the Kathleen Gaylord campaign for Congress. Also, James Mogen...
Mar 8, 2000
The DFL may not have had the gods on their side with the changes in the day of their precinct meetings. The forecast for the weekend is looking fairly good and that may not help in the turnout category. But who could have predicted this type of weather in March? With...
