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Police reform advocates in Minneapolis are denouncing the Trump administration's attempt to drop the federal consent decree.And a working group on the human services budget bill at the Minnesota Legislature is meeting privately to iron out differences. As they do, advocates for disabled people in the state held a rally this morning to push against possible cuts for disability waivers.Those stories and more in today's evening news update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

SJ Show Notes:Follow Dr. Joe Sansone HERE: www.josephsansone.substack.comPlease support Shannon's independent network with your donation HERE: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=MHSMPXEBSLVTSupport Our Sponsors:You can get 20% off your first order of Blackout Coffee! Just head to http://blackoutcoffee.com/joy and use code joy at checkout.The Satellite Phone Store has everything you need when the POWER goes OUT. Use the promo code JOY for 10% off your entire order TODAY! www.SAT123.com/JoyGet 45% OFF Native Path HYDRATE today! Special exclusive deal for the Joy audience only! Check it out HERE: www.nativepathhydrate.com/joyColonial Metals Group is the company Shannon trusts for all her metals purchases! Set up a SAFE & Secure IRA or 401k with a company who shares your values! Learn more HERE: https://colonialmetalsgroup.com/joyPlease consider Dom Pullano of PCM & Associates! He has been Shannon's advisor for over a decade and would love to help you grow! Call his toll free number today: 1-800-536-1368 Or visit his website at https://www.pcmpullano.comShannon's Top Headlines May 20, 2025:Breaking: 'Sansone mRNA Bioweapons Prohibition Act' Introduced in Minnesota Senate, Now in Both Chambers of Minnesota Legislature: https://josephsansone.substack.com/p/sansone-mrna-bioweapons-prohibition-726A Record of Military & Intelligence Coordination of the Global COVID Event: https://debbielerman.substack.com/p/the-covid-dossierOperation Warp Speed and the Countermeasures Acceleration Group—A 21st Century Manhattan Project: https://muse.jhu.edu/pub/419/article/857235Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan 'will be extradited to Britain after their trial in Romania' following rape and human trafficking charges: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14729415/Andrew-Tate-brother-Tristan-hauled-Britain-trial-Romania-following-rape-human-trafficking-charges.htmlAmericans Financial Situation Deteriorating FAST As KLARNA Losses Double: https://www.zerohedge.com/personal-finance/buy-now-pay-never-klarnas-losses-double-us-consumers-fall-behind-paymentsNone Dare Call It A Bioweapon …The reluctance to discuss the well established and documented facts regarding US and international military involvement in all things COVID, may actually be the root cause of our inability to achieve justice and a full reckoning for the atrocities.There is a blind spot within #MAHA and the medical freedom community which threatens to diminish the integrity of our opposition to forced or coerced medical intervention and the growing threat of bio-tyranny & medical fascism.The reasons given for obfuscating the truth are understandable to me but not necessarily compelling. Here are a few:“The American people aren't ready for this discussion”“American politicians and bureaucrats aren't ready for this discussion”“Be patient, we need to take baby steps““Forget about the truth, just focus on banning mandates and holding PHARMA accountable”While I understand the rationale for reluctance in this matter, I reject it as a sustainable and effective strategy. As a seasoned marketing & political executive with 25 years of experience, I have witnessed the ‘First Lie' poison pill act as a campaign killer every single time, without fail. This is true for advertising campaign and political movements and it is true for the medical freedom movement as well.From my experience I have learned that the TRUTH is the best marketing plan bar none, you just have to be smart about how to deploy it.Today we meet Dr. Joseph Sansone, one of the many advocates unwilling to abandon the first truth narrative. He is the author of the ‘Ban the Jab Resolution' which has been adopted by dozens of Republican county parties nationwide and a NEW, first of its kind bill recently introduced in Minnesota named the ‘Sansone mRNA BioWeapons Prohibition Act' which seeks to ban the shots.We discuss this and more today on the SJ Show!Join the Rumble LIVE chat and follow my Rumble Page HERE so you never miss an episode: https://rumble.com/c/TheShannonJoyShowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While much of the state budget will get sorted out in a special session, lawmakers passed a bill to fund several state government agencies last night. Heavy rains that have fallen in parts of the state today will ease drought and abnormally dry conditions.Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Let's talk about what happened (or still needs to happen) at the Minnesota Legislature! Join Fresh Energy policy experts for a webinar we recorded the day after the legislative session ended to learn what where things currently stand, what was defended, what's next, and more.Webinar guests:Justin Fay, chief advocacy officerBrynn Kirsling, director, legislative and grassroots advocacyJackson Sweeney, session associate Also...The Fresh Energy team is able to give clean energy and climate policy in Minnesota our all because of our donors! You can support Fresh Energy's work here.Fresh Energy is hiring! Learn about job opportunities here.Fresh Energy's mission is to shape and drive bold policy solutions to achieve equitable carbon-neutral economies. Together we are working toward a vision of a just, prosperous, and resilient future powered by a shared commitment to a carbon-neutral economy. Learn about Fresh Energy's work and our bold "Vision 2030: Fresh Energy's Strategic Framework" at our website fresh-energy.org.Follow us on Social Media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshenergytoday/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/freshenergy.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshenergytodayLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fresh-energy/

Minnesota capital correspondent Bill Werner is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss the end of the Minnesota session.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his weekly clinical update, Dr. Griffin with Vincent Racaniello bemoan the attack on science within the US, salt water controls for vaccines, return to 1938 technology for flu vaccines, mRNA vaccines as “bioweapons”, rise in pertussis, benefits of the shingles vaccine and reduced dementia occurrence, and growing measles outbreak globally before Dr. Griffin reviews recent statistics on RSV, influenza and SARS-CoV-2 infections, the WasterwaterScan dashboard, the May 22 VRBPAC COVID-19 vaccine,  meeting, where to find PEMGARDA, return to antibiotic treatment for respiratory viral diseases, provides information for Columbia University Irving Medical Center's long COVID treatment center, where to go for answers to your long COVID questions and contacting your federal government representative to stop the assault on science and biomedical research. Subscribe (free): Apple Podcasts, RSS, email Become a patron of TWiV! 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The Minnesota Legislature has a newcomer. Republican Senator-elect Keri Heintzeman has been elected to represent the Nisswa area. We talk to her about her priorities as she joins the capitol late in the session. As President Donald Trump celebrates his first 100 days, we hear about the economic impacts his policies have had on Minnesotans. Plus, Wednesday marks 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War. We talk to a poet who is working to commemorate the stories of Lao people who came to Minnesota in the aftermath. Paul Huttner shares how many tornadoes touched down in our region from this week's severe weather. And the Walker West Music Academy, a pillar of the Rondo community, is teaching music to all from a new home.

Gov. Tim Walz delivers his State of the State speech tonight to a joint session of the Minnesota Legislature.Minnesota is suing President Trump's administration over executive orders related to transgender people. Trump's directives seek to override policies like those in place in Minnesota that allow for broad participation of transgender youth in sports. His administration is threatening to withhold funding from the state and other states if they don't allow those directives.A federal judge has ordered the Department of Homeland Security to temporarily restore the student visas of five Concordia University graduate students. The five are citizens of India and earned master's degrees in information technology and management.Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina went on lockdown for about an hour yesterday because of a domestic assault involving an armed man.

On this week's episode the hosts cave and finally talk politics again! They cover the bill being introduced in the Minnesota Legislature "attempting" to legitimize Trump Derangement Syndrome. Then cover a social media influencer whose gotten popular over his quest to die. Join our hosts as they laugh through the pain that is 2025! 

Republican state Sen. Justin Eichorn remains in custody Wednesday. He faces widespread calls to resign from members of both political parties after an arrest on suspicion of attempted solicitation of a minor. The person turned out to be an undercover detective. This is the latest upheaval in a legislative session that has seen plenty of it. MPR News senior politics reporter Clay Masters joined MPR News host Nina Moini with the latest.

People who commit Medicaid fraud would face stiffer penalties under a bill introduced in the Minnesota Legislature, and rural communities will have a chance to voice their concerns about the state of their government at a series of town halls sponsored by the Minnesota Farmers Union.Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

January was a down month for Minnesota state finances. A monthly update from the state agency that manages the budget says tax collections were about 2 percent lower than expected last month — about $64 million less.A Becker County attorney has added a second burglary charge against Woodbury state Sen. Nicole Mitchell linked to an alleged attempt to remove items from her stepmother's house in Detroit Lakes in April of last year.  The new charge is one count of possession of burglary or theft tools. Both charges against Mitchell are felonies. If convicted, the DFL senator could face prison.And Gov. Tim Walz says it feels like the Minnesota Legislature has turned a page with the House organized following a weekslong boycott by Democrats in the chamber.This is an MPR News morning update hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at mprnews.org.Republicans put fraud, measures to stop it in spotlight as they take Minnesota House reinsNew felony count added to charges against Sen. Nicole Mitchell for April 2024 incidentRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

John Hinderaker of Power Line joins the show by phone to talk about the shifting power balances in the Minnesota Legislature, Governor Tim Walz's (D-MN) accusations against members of former vice president Harris's campaign for president in 2024, education reform, his new article "The Real Constitutional Crisis" at Power Line, and the current state of Arab-Israeli conflict in the Middle-East.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

$25 million in outside spending flowed into races for the Minnesota Legislature in 2024. Groups that operate independently from candidates funneled $25.3 million into races for 134 House seats and one Senate seat, according to an MPR News analysis of campaign reports. And Republican Congressman Pete Stauber has reintroduced legislation that could pave the way for copper-nickel mining near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A Republican in the Minnesota House plans to introduce a bill to enhance criminal penalties for physically accosting peace officers. New data from national 4th- and 8th-grade tests shows Minnesota students are outperforming their peers across the country in reading and math ... but not making significant gains after the pandemic.Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

This week on AgweekTV, Minnesota lawmakers get to work. We'll hear about their plans for agriculture. We'll tell you why North Dakota's aerial applicators had a big year in 2024. We'll have important information for corn and soybean growers about the upcoming expo. And we'll meet the man who drove an antique tractor across the U.S. to raise money and awareness for FFA.  

In this conversation, Aaron McIntire discusses Biden's bitter bye-bye, the geopolitical implications of China's influence and Marco Rubio's seemingly newfound understanding of sovereignty. Aaron highlights Pam Bondi's slaying of Senator Whitehouse. He also delves into the complexities (or lack thereof) of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal. We also get a better look at the controversies surrounding the Minnesota legislature, interviewing Minnesota journalist Dustin Grage. The conversation concludes with a look at The A.M. Update's poll of the week regarding immigration and deportation policies.

MN Representative Kristi Pursell talks about the ongoing conflict between the parties at the Minnesota Legislature.

 MN Representative Kristi Pursell talks about the ongoing conflict between the parties at the Minnesota Legislature. 

Join Jim and Greg on 3 Martini Lunch as they dive into the Senate Democrats' focus on theatrics over persuasion during the Pete Hegseth confirmation hearings, the Minnesota House of Representatives' political standoff, and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass still sounding tone deaf over her performance during the wildfire crisis.First, they analyze Pete Hegseth's opening statement during his bid to become Secretary of Defense. Then they focus on the embarrassing spectacle put on by Senate Democrats. Rather than focusing on persuasive arguments, many Senate Democrats appeared more interested in creating viral moments and making it far more likely that Hegseth will be confirmed.Next, they discuss the political turmoil in Minnesota, where Republicans hold a slim one-seat majority in the state House of Representatives. Democrats are boycotting the chamber to prevent Republicans from forming committees and advancing their legislative agenda. With a special election approaching, Democrats are accusing the GOP of a "coup" and demanding further delay before any legislative action can take place.Finally, they shake their heads as Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass still doesn't have a good answer about whether she should have left for Ghana when the warnings for severe wildfire conditions were so high. Jim minces few words about the mayor's job performance and her very unimpressive public appearances.Please visit our great sponsors:Oraclehttps://Oracle.com/MARTINICut your current Cloud bill in half if you move to OCI.  See if your company qualifies today.

Join Jim and Greg on 3 Martini Lunch as they dive into the Senate Democrats’ focus on theatrics over persuasion during the Pete Hegseth confirmation hearings, the Minnesota House of Representatives’ political standoff, and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass still sounding tone deaf over her performance during the wildfire crisis. First, they analyze Pete Hegseth’s opening […]

Democrats in the Minnesota House made good on a threat to boycott the first day of the state legislative session on Tuesday. The lack of members prompted Secretary of State Steve Simon, a Democrat, to declare an absence of quorum to do business. Republicans maintain they have authority to run the chamber and chose GOP Rep. Lisa Demuth as House Speaker.Becker County Judge Michael Fritz says he will rule "sooner rather than later" on a motion to delay the criminal trial of DFL State Sen. Nicole Mitchell until after the current legislative session.This is a MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at mprnews.org.Capitol standoff spills into court as Minnesota Legislature gets off to rocky startMinnesota prosecutor wants to keep word ‘senator' out of Nicole Mitchell trialRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota Legislature begins its 2025 session in St. Paul. Lawmakers will need to set a budget between now and May. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon is pledging to adjourn the House if his fellow DFLers don't show up for the opening day.And the Vikings' season is over. They lost to the Los Angeles Rams 27-9 Monday night in an NFC wild-card game. Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold was pressured from the start and was sacked a NFL playoff record-tying nine times.Find these headlines and more at mprnews.org.Five key questions as the Minnesota Legislature starts its sessionRams overwhelm Vikings 27-9 in wild-card playoff game moved because of LA wildfiresRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Tuesday at noon was the official start of the Minnesota Legislature's 2025 session. It has been a strange start to say the least. A judge ruled Tuesday morning in favor of a DFL lawmaker's narrow win, although the decision may not bring an end to a dispute about seating him. The tied Senate gaveled in under a power-sharing deal. But the state House of Representatives' kickoff has been tinged with friction, threats and uncertainty. MPR News correspondent Peter Cox joined MPR News host Nina Moini from the Capitol.

State Rep. Esther Agbaje talks to F&C reporter Dan Netter about housing policy and the Minnesota Legislature.

Democratic and Republican leaders of the Minnesota Senate say they have come to an agreement to jointly run the chamber while it is tied for much of this month. Meanwhile, in the Minnesota House, Democrats took their oaths of office Sunday — as part of an effort to block Republican control when the legislative session begins.And three people died in a two-vehicle, head-on crash Sunday afternoon in central Minnesota. The Minnesota State Patrol says it happened on Highway 169 near Mille Lacs Lake. This is a MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at mprnews.org.Bumpier takeoff on tap for Minnesota Legislature's session opening amid early oaths, election disputesRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota Legislature will gavel-in a new session on Jan. 14 at noon, and MPR's politics team is at the Capitol to cover it all. MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst and his guests talk about the 2025 legislative session.

The Minnesota Legislature will gavel-in a new session on Jan. 14 at noon, and MPR's politics team is at the Capitol to cover it all. MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst and his guests talk about the 2025 legislative session.

The 2025 session of the Minnesota Legislature begins on January 14. Join the Fresh Energy team for a conversation about our plans and expectations for the coming session. Podcast Guests:Justin Fay, Senior Lead, Public Affairs and Advocacy Brynn Kirsling, Senior Manager, Legislative and Grassroots AdvocacyHost: Jo Olson, Lead Director, Communications and EngagementFurther Reading:- Blog: Our top 24 accomplishments of 2024- Blog: 2024 legislative debrief RSVP to kick off the first day of the Legislative Session with us at our "Lagers and Legislation" party at Utepils Brewing in Minneapolis on January 14! Your first drink is on Fresh Energy.Fresh Energy's mission is to shape and drive bold policy solutions to achieve equitable carbon-neutral economies. Together we are working toward a vision of a just, prosperous, and resilient future powered by a shared commitment to a carbon-neutral economy. Learn about Fresh Energy's work and our bold "Vision 2030: Fresh Energy's Strategic Framework" at our website fresh-energy.org.Follow us on Social Media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshenergytoday/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/freshenergy.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshenergytodayLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fresh-energy/

So many people have been asking, "WHAT IS GOING ON IN THE MN LEGISLATURE?!" Here is your answer!Kathryn and Grace sit down with our very own Bill Walsh to talk about all the drama in the Minnesota legislature and what it means going forward. From the House races in 40B (where the winner of the election was found "not eligible to serve" because he didn't reside in his district.) and 54A (where the election was decided by 14 votes when 20 ballots went mysteriously missing), to the MN Senate where one DFLer is set to stand trial. Bill breaks it all down for us on Episode 53 of the American Experiment Podcast.

KSTP Chief Political Reporter Tom Hauser talks about the unprecedented developments coming from the Minnesota Legislature and he gives an update on his fall

House Republicans will start the 2025 legislative session with a Minnesota House majority — at least for the purposes of organizing the chamber — now that a DFL candidate has opted against appealing a court defeat. For the first month of session, the Minnesota Senate will be tied 33-33 following the passing of former Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic.A special election for both seats will be held at the end of next month. MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst and senior politics reporter Dana Ferguson joined MPR News host Nina Moini to reflect on the 2024 legislative session and the year ahead.

The final MORNING TAKE of 2024 isn't to be missed. Listen to Blois Olson and Adam Carter discuss the latest twist in the race for HOUSE MAJORITY at the Minnesota Legislature.

MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst and his guests talk about the Minnesota Legislature and how the state will govern in 2025 with both chambers split virtually down the middle.  

Less than eight hours before the polls close, MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke to two reporters live from polling locations about what they heard from voters about ultra-competitive races. In Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District, MPR News reporter Sarah Thamer spoke about the region's race for U.S. House that is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in the state. Three-term Democratic incumbent Rep. Angie Craig is facing a challenge from former federal prosecutor and Republican nominee Joe Teirab. The district comprises much of the south metro area, but also stretches deep into rural south-central Minnesota. Cathy also spoke to MPR News reporter Dan Kraker, who spent the morning at two townships in northern Minnesota: Midway and Thomson townships. Both of those townships saw an extremely close 2020 presidential race. Midway Township is also voting on an extremely competitive race for the Minnesota House, which would help decide control of the Minnesota Legislature.

Presidential election years can make for unpredictable outcomes down the ballot. For Minnesota, the party turns out its base — and connects with independents best — has the inside track to gain the gavels at the state's Capitol. The Senate majority will be decided by a single, winner-take-all race in the western suburbs. As for the House, key races in northern Minnesota and some in the south could determine if the DFL trifecta will live on into 2025.  MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with House speaker Melissa Hortman, a Democrat and House minority leader Lisa Demuth, a Republican, about their party's prospects in next month's election.  Later, a look at a northern Minnesota congressional race that features a rematch from two years ago.    Guests:  House speaker Melissa Hortman, DFL-Brooklyn Park   House minority leader Lisa Demuth, R-Cold Spring Jennifer Schultz, a DFL candidate for Minnesota's 8th Congressional District seat. Subscribe to the Politics Friday podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcast.  Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation. 

Two close St. Cloud-area races could help determine which party is in charge of the Minnesota Legislature. And Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance, who was in Minnesota Monday to attend a private fundraiser, made an appearance outside the former 3rd Precinct police station in Minneapolis. Gov. Tim Walz is in Pennsylvania Tuesday as the Democratic vice presidential nominee takes a sharper tone on the campaign trail. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.In divided St. Cloud, challengers hope to flip House seatsVP hopefuls make Midwest push as Vance pops in on Minnesota, Walz swings through WisconsinRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Representative Walter Hudson and Senator Eric Lucero from Minnesota join the program to share their eye opening personal experience with Tim Walz. The media protected him with an ongoing operation that created a shield so the people did not know what really was going on. This conversation exposes the truth. You can follow Walter Hudson at https://www.hudsonformn.com/ or on TwitterX at @WalterHudson. You can follow Eric Lucero at https://www.ericlucero.com/ or on TwitterX at @EricLuceroMN Links mentioned in the show: Nano Soma: Try the Amazing Nano Soma line of products and receive a 10% discount at https://iwantmyhealthback.com/sarah MasterPeace: Remove Heavy Metals including Graphene Oxide and Plastics at https://masterpeacebyhcs.com/my-account/uap/?ref=11308 Miles Franklin: Learn more how you can convert your IRA or buy precious metals by emailing info@MilesFranklin.com - tell them ‘Sarah sent me” and get the best service and prices in the country. Consider subscribing: Follow on TwitterX @Sarah_Westall Follow on my Substack at SarahWestall.Substack.com See Important Proven Solutions to Keep Your from getting sick even if you had the mRNA Shot - Dr. Nieusma MUSIC CREDITS: “In Epic World” by Valentina Gribanova, licensed for broad internet media use, including video and audio     See on Bastyon | Bitchute | Brighteon | Clouthub | Odysee | Rumble | Youtube | Tube.Freedom.Buzz   Biography Senator Eric Lucero Eric Lucero presently serves in the Minnesota Legislature as a member of the State House of Representatives. Eric was first elected in 2014 serving the eastern Wright County cities of Albertville, Hanover, Otsego, St. Michael, and the Wright County portion of Dayton. Eric's professional background includes over 20 years in the information technology and cyber security fields. He owns a consulting firm assisting organizations of all sizes with information security projects. Eric is also a former seven-year college instructor having taught Computer Security, Computer Forensics, Voice & Data Communications, and other courses. ​Eric cares about people and has spent his entire adult life working hard to give back. ​Eric's academic background includes an MBA from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Forensics and Bachelor of Science in Law Enforcement with Minors in Mathematics and Psychology all from Metropolitan State University, and a Computer Networking Design and Development Degree from NEI College of Technology.   Biography Representative Walter Hudson Prior to being elected to his first term as your state representative, Walter served the residents of Albertville, Minnesota on their city council for seven years. He lives with his wife Carrie and two sons. Walter advocates for justice and public policy as a media commentator. He formerly hosted 'Closing Argument with Walter Hudson' on Twin Cities News Talk AM 1130, contributed extensively to PJ Media, and served as an associate editor with the David Horowitz Freedom Center. From his own words: My father wasn't like those around him. He grew up in Detroit in a neighborhood which imposed limits. He was told he would never amount to anything. Any aspiration was mocked. Any goal undermined. But my dad persevered. He believed that he could create a better life for himself and his family if he cut against the grain, worked harder, went to school, took risks, and made moves. For a couple years of my early childhood, I never saw him, because he worked overnight, slept during the day, and attended trade school in the afternoon. His effort eventually paid off. He moved up from airline stock clerk to commercial airplane mechanic, working for what was then Northwest Airlines and would become Delta. When his moment came, he jumped at the opportunity to move us from Detroit to the airline's h...

Rick was elected to the Minnesota Legislature in 2004. He is currently serving his eighth term as the state representative for District 52A.  This current biennium, Rep. Hansen serves as chair of the Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy Committee, and is a member on the Capital Investment Committee, the Agriculture Finance and Policy…

It's primary election day across the state. Polls are open until 8 p.m. for voters to determine which candidates they want on the ballot in November's general election. There are partisan contests for the U.S. Senate and House races, as well as several primary battles in the Minnesota Legislature. There are also dozens of nonpartisan races for local positions including city council members, county commissioners and mayors.The Minneapolis Public Housing Authority has announced it has met its goal of installing fire suppression systems in every public housing complex. The city installed the fire sprinklers after a deadly 2019 fire in a high-rise in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Primaries nail down who lands on Minnesota's federal, state ballotsWhat you need to know ahead of Minnesota's primary electionHow to vote in Minnesota's primary election on TuesdayLeaders celebrate completion of public housing sprinkler installationsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Class Size Matters, Letter to NY State Education Commissioner about lack of detail and lax timetable in NYC School Capital Plan https://classsizematters.org/nycs-updated-school-capital-plan-lax-timetable-no-specifics-for-how-they-will-meet-the-mandate-for-class-size-reduction/Washington Post, Governor Tim Walz record on Education https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/08/08/harris-vp-walz-education-agriculture/Minnesota Star Tribune, Minnesota Legislature passes higher ed bill that includes free college tuition program https://www.startribune.com/minnesota-legislature-passes-higher-ed-bill-that-includes-free-college-tuition-program/600273891  Education Minnesota, Walz signs historic labor and education bills into law https://educationminnesota.org/news/press-release/walz-signs-historic-labor-and-education-bills-into-law/NY Times, High School Project on Genocide Was a Portent of Real-Life Events https://www.nytimes.com/2008/04/23/education/23education.html?unlocked_article_code=1.BE4.m-QW.3MZBf7vaH9bn&smid=em-shareAdvocates for Children, Education programs restored, July 2024 https://3zn338.a2cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Education-cuts-restored-from-AFC-7.24.pdf?time=1723490981  NY Daily News, NYC starts applying for more preschool special ed classes after delay sparks alarm https://www.nydailynews.com/2024/08/08/nyc-starts-applying-for-more-preschool-special-ed-classes-after-delay-sparks-alarm/?share=myttrwecesaslykyrywa  

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz accomplished more in one legislative term than most politicians do in a lifetime. Can he do the same for the country? We take a deep dive into some of the laws he championed in Minnesota. Is this … optimism???   Links: Louisiana Will Get The Ten Commandments Into Schools If They Have To Break 'Em All To Do It https://www.lawandchaospod.com/p/louisiana-will-get-the-ten-commandments Idaho Stat. 18-623 https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/title18/t18ch6/sect18-623/ Idaho Stat. 18-8807 https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/title18/t18ch88/sect18-8807/ Minnesota Reproductive Freedom Defense Act https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=HF366&session_year=2023&session_number=0&version=latest Minnesota HF5 (School Meals) https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=HF0005&session=ls93&version=latest&session_number=0&session_year=2023 The ‘Swift Boating' of Tim Walz has begun. What is the truth? https://taskandpurpose.com/news/swift-boat-walz/ Minnesota Felon Voting Rights Opinion https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/25035780-minnesota-felon-voting-opinion  Minnesota Felon Voting Rights Complaint https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/25035775-minnesota-felon-voting-rights-complaint Show Links: https://www.lawandchaospod.com/ BlueSky: @LawAndChaosPod Threads: @LawAndChaosPod Twitter: @LawAndChaosPod Patreon: patreon.com/LawAndChaosPod

Last year, the Minnesota Legislature passed a law requiring the state's electrical utilities to transition to 100 percent carbon-free energy sources by 2040. That means replacing power sources that produce carbon dioxide such as coal and natural gas with renewable sources such as solar, wind, hydropower and biomass.But how do you define “carbon-free” and what guidelines will be used to make sure utilities are meeting that standard? “We're really hoping that carbon-free actually means carbon-free,” said B. Rosas, a policy manager with the advocacy group Climate Generation. Rosas talked to Paul Huttner about the organization's efforts. To hear the full conversation, click play on the audio player above or subscribe to the Climate Cast podcast.

The DFL is in its second year of control of the House, Senate and governor's office. Over the last four months, the DFL passed a rideshare ordinance, a bill on gun restrictions with a tougher penalty for “straw purchasers” and various cannabis resolutions. But there's also a list of bills that didn't pass from an equal rights amendment to sports betting bill and a construction projects plan.MPR News host Brian Bakst talked to Gov. Tim Walz about his take on the 2024 legislative Session. Later, the Republican perspective on this year's session with Sen. Julia Coleman of Waconia and the assistant minority leader in the Minnesota Senate.  Plus, MPR Capitol reporters Dana Ferguson and Clay Masters told us more about what got done at the Capitol this year, what got left behind and what it means for the campaign already under way.  

The 2024 Minnesota Legislature session is a wrap. So, what got done this year with climate progress in Minnesota?Walker Orenstein is a reporter for the Star Tribune. He says the changes to the permitting process for clean energy projects passed by lawmakers is a major step forward.

The legislative session ended with a flurry of activity late Sunday night — but one thing that did not pass was a bonding bill. That means infrastructure projects across Minnesota will not get money from the state. And Gov. Tim Walz yesterday signed a junk fee bill into law. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Minnesota Legislature gavels out as focus on campaign for party control takes overRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Here's a look at the top headlines from around the Northland for Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Stories featured in this episode: Bills will regulate helium industry, abolish Hill Annex State Park Rescue squad continues search for Boundary Waters paddlers Motorcycle, deer collision leaves one dead Northlandia: Grand Marais coffee shop connects community with weather reports The Duluth News Tribune Minute is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune, Superior Telegram and Cloquet Pine Journal. Find more news throughout the day at duluthnewstribune.com. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider supporting our work with a subscription at duluthnewstribune.news/podcast. Your support allows us to continue providing the local news and content you want.

The legislative session is over, but the Timberwolves' season is not.The Minnesota Legislature hit its midnight deadline Sunday with little fanfare but lots of shouting. One of the biggest DFL priorities fell short at the finish; a proposed constitutional amendment that would add equal rights language and abortion protections to Minnesota's Constitution.And Sunday night the Timberwolves punched their ticket to the Western Conference Finals with a Game 7 win over the Denver Nuggets.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Timberwolves beat Denver 98-90, head to Western Conference FinalsMinnesota Timberwolves fans go on a wild Game 7 ride to advance in playoffsIn chaotic close, Minnesota lawmakers fail to pass projects bill, equal rights amendmentRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Thursday's drought monitor update classifies less than 40 percent of Minnesota as abnormally dry or in drought, the lowest percentage all year. And the Minnesota Legislature has approved a measure to enhance social media protections for children. It would bar kids under 14 from creating paid social media content. This is the afternoon update from MPR News, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.