Pat Doyle
Reporter | State Capitol
Phone: 651-222-1210
E-mail: pdoyle@startribune.com
Pat Doyle covers state government and politics from the Star Tribune's state capitol bureau in St. Paul, focusing on statewide and congressional elections, campaign finance, and business and economic issues.
Recent content from Pat Doyle
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Ex-state auditor to run for governor
Saying she's a "pro-market Republican," not a "pro-business Republican," Pat Anderson follows the party line on many issues.
Nov 2, 2009 -
Gang Force seizures prompt look at law
A defense lawyer points to unfairness, potential for abuse at legislative hearing prompted by Metro Gang Strike Force actions.
Oct 29, 2009 -
Minnesota's emergency system: At what cost?
Minnesota is spending at least $250 million for a state-of-the-art approach. Critics wonder if it's worth it - and point to Wisconsin's more affordable option.
Oct 21, 2009 -
Bachmann's DFL rivals tiptoe in a tricky race
The challengers seek party's nod while not alienating the conservative district during the health care battle.
Oct 15, 2009 -
Gaertner announces trun for governor
The Ramsey County attorney, who had filed the necessary paperwork to run in 2007, casts herself as an outsider and vows to "radically transform the leadership culture."
Oct 2, 2009 -
Campaign lawyer helps Pawlenty
Michael Toner is volunteering time to set up a political action committee for an anticipated presidential run.
Sep 29, 2009 -
Minnesota Poll: Most don't back a Pawlenty run
But if he did win the GOP nomination for president in 2012, almost as many would consider voting for him.
Sep 29, 2009 -
Big turnout for Texan Ron Paul at U
The congressman took the stage with Michele Bachmann to preach the evils of the Fed -- and of big government in general.
Sep 25, 2009 -
Often in public eye, but off the radar
Presidential candidates have strict accountability rules. But for someone just "testing the waters," well, it's different.
Sep 20, 2009 -
Kelliher announces that she's running for governor
Eager to present herself as something more than a DFLer from an affluent urban district, House Speaker Margaret Anderson Kelliher formally announced her gubernatorial candidacy Wednesday from her family's farm.
Sep 16, 2009
