Much has been reported about the possibility that Tim Pawlenty may be selected as John McCain's running mate.
Doesn't Minnesota's Constitution state the lieutenant governor becomes governor if the elected governor becomes incapable of performing the duties of his office for any reason?
I have to say the idea that someone the Minnesota Senate deemed incapable of leading the Department of Transportation could become Minnesota's governor is a bit disturbing to me.
JIM WANDELL, NORTH OAKS
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Look at all of the anti-freedom efforts, here and elsewhere. You'll see the urgency.
Susan Illg
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The proposed amendment does not specify what happens when those two concerns are at odds.
Jonathan Weinhagen
Legislature must act — properly — on Uber and Lyft before adjourning
Letting the companies leave will damage our economy and regional reputation. That requires repairing, not aggravating, the damage done by the Minneapolis City Council.
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We can still create a lively streetscape.
