The field of opponents to St. Paul Mayor Randy Kelly (D) is finally beginning in earnest to court support from potential DFL City Party delegates. Last week Ramsey County Commissioner Rafael Ortega announced his exploratory effort. We understand his colleague County...
Rep Betty McCollum (DFL-55B, North St Paul) held her first major fundraiser after her May 6th endorsement. The gathering featured retiring Congressman Bruce Vento and four of her competitors in the endorsement contest: Mary Rosenthal, Rep Mary Jo...
The activities at the 4th Congressional District on Saturday set the stage for great theater. The delegates saw seven candidates all coming together with mainly the same purpose: standing before their peers seeking affirmation and ultimately an endorsement. The...
Extra! Extra! Read all about it Mary Rosenthal withdrew and called for endorsement by acclamation for Betty McCollum. It’s over and McCollum said, “Run Runbeck run were right behind you.” Time:12:03 PM If you are tracking the convention from this...
The best political game in town will take place Saturday at North High School in North St. Paul. Checks & Balances intends to publish live from the convention until a decision has been reached. We will also be checking our email if any of our readers are...
