May 6, 1999
One of the most reoccurring rumors is that Senate Majority Leader Roger Moe (DFL-02, Erskine) will not around for the 2000 election. When asked about his future plans the Senate Majority Leader said “I was involved in the 1971 redistricting plan, 1981, and the...
May 6, 1999
Senate Majority Leader Roger Moe (DFL-02, Erskine) made one of his usual astute observations this week. Now that all of the bills are passed and conference committees are meeting he said, “I like our position at every point we will gain something and the House...
May 6, 1999
Recently, Rep. Leslie Schumacher (DFL-17B, Princeton) has created a stir. She has generated some interest in her other profession as an artist. She has sought to put pen to paper and in the tradition of Thomas Nast has shot barbs at the House Republican Majority. Her...
May 6, 1999
Mike Erlandson succeeded where few thought to tread in the DFL Central Committee. He was elected DFL Party Chair on the second ballot after squeaking by Mary McEvoy on the first ballot. With support in the 2nd largest decision-making body of the DFL Party, it may be...
May 6, 1999
Instead of pulling a one-armed bandit there may be an opportunity to play stud poker at Canterbury Downs. Recent discussions may have found a viable solution to the racetrack financial woes. The proposal is to allow California style card clubs. Here people can do...
Apr 22, 1999
In an attempt to keep our readers up on interesting locations on the Net we do a bit of surfing now and again. Here are two locations that may be of interest. The Electronic Policy Network is a place to find a more liberal view of things and The Moderate Coalition is...
Apr 22, 1999
There are other items pending consideration at the DFL Central Committee meeting. A survey of party reform proposals proposed by outgoing DFL Party Chair Dick Senese, was held during the month of March. It should be noted that approximately 501 delegates are expected...
Apr 22, 1999
The new faces of the DFL will be determined at the State Central Committee meeting in Maple Grove High School on Saturday. Based upon a recent DFL survey more than 25% of the 663 delegates are expected not to attend. The principal contest is for the selection of DFL...
Apr 22, 1999
The best case scenario in negotiating is a win/win. In this fashion, both sides can walk away from the table and claim victory. The new model Minnesota is win/win/win. In response to the tripartite government the Governor, the Senate DFL Majority and the House...
