Dana Ferguson
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Politics
Three states show how abortion, schools and taxes are at stake in legislature races
New legislatures could overhaul school vouchers in Arizona, give the Democratic governor more clout in Kansas, and counter a progressive trend in Minnesota.
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On the VP debate stage, two visions for policing in America are laid out
The disparate philosophies between Tim Walz and JD Vance on law and order and ensuring public safety in the U.S. were on display in the presidential debate.
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What Tim Walz's past debate performances reveal about how he may take on JD Vance
Those who’ve debated Walz before say he has a down-to-earth style that is relatable to voters — but it's an approach that can also cause problems for the Democratic vice presidential nominee.
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Weird. Why the popular campaign insult stings more in Minnesota
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz popularized the term to brand his Republican opponents in the presidential race. To Minnesotans, though, it hits different.
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Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan could be nation’s first Indigenous woman to serve as governor
Flanagan, a former state lawmaker and children’s advocate, would ascend to the office if Vice President Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz win in November.
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Harris taps Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate
Supporters hope the chair of the Democratic Governors Association, ex-Army National Guard leader, former teacher and congressman can help Harris pick up support in the Midwest.