Politics
Dario Anselmo with about $30,000 on hand for House race
Dario Anselmo, a Republican challenging Rep. Ron Erhardt, DFL-Edina, announced he raised about $24,000 last year and has about $30,000 cash on hand.
Politics
John Kasich and the art of alienating your supporters
St. Olaf students are in N.H. studying the presidential campaign, and one student has advice for John Kasich: Don't make your supporters so uncomfortable.
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A Waitress Ponders
Our waitress at lunch told us how much she loved the primary. She also reported that every election, she created a file in her computer in which she listed the pros and cons of each candidate. She compared them and then decided.
East Metro
Gov. Dayton hospitalized after fainting at event in Woodbury
Gov. Mark Dayton was hospitalized at Regions Hospital overnight for observation. "The most likely culprit is dehydration," said senior adviser Bob Hume.
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Trump takes optimistic tone on eve of caucuses
On the eve of the Iowa caucuses, an optimistic Donald Trump says he'll win swing states in the general election and bring into play states traditionally written off by the GOP. He also introduced his rarely-heard-from wife Melania to the crowd.
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Evangelical influence could shape Iowa caucuses
Social conservatives wield a powerful hand at Iowa's Republican caucuses. The AP's John Mone reports on why winning over this voting bloc is key for the GOP candidates.
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The Art of Alienating Your Audience
How John Kasich managed to make a small town hall meeting feel like an uncomfortable eternity.
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The Truth and DC Are Strangers
A good conversation with one caller makes all the calls worth it.
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The Decline of Jeb Bush
Why I feel bad for the presumed heir of the Republican Party
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What's at stake in Monday's Iowa caucuses?
Political viability and a shot at history are at stake for each of these candidates Monday.
Local
St. Cloud comes to grips with clashes between immigrants, longtimers
Amid racial tension, Dayton looks to bolster local human rights office
Politics
In Iowa, final push is on to win flat-out caucus free-for-alls
Outsider candidates draw crowds, but it's unclear if that will translate to votes on Monday.
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Gallery: Last push in Iowa ahead of Monday's caucuses
Outsider presidential candidates draw crowds, but it's unclear if they will draw votes.
Politics
"Hasta La Vista, Donny!"
An encounter with a restaurant owner renews my hope in the power of grassroots campaigning and the primary process.
Politics
Yes, Minnesota politics are polarized, partisan and predictable
"To understand Minnesota, look national," political scientist Carl Klarner said.
Business
Device experiment program saves lives, speeds products to market
The Mayo Clinic is part of a plan to get devices to market faster.
Local
St. Cloud comes to grips with clashes between immigrants, longtime locals
Amid racial tension, Dayton looks to bolster local human rights office
Politics
Casting Meaningful Votes
Gloria Steinem stumps for the Hillary campaign.
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The Whirlwind of New Hampshire
How Gloria Steinem helped me realize how lucky I am to be in New Hampshire during this time.
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