
Weekly updates from Brian Bakst and the Minnesota Public Radio newsroom staff covering politics in Minnesota.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 30 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Government | |||

DFL U.S. Senate hopefuls U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan met for a live debate Monday on MPR News.
Senate debate
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDYHGPRp1E8
With about two weeks left until the primary election on Aug. 11, Flanagan... more
Thousands of the most politically involved Minnesotans are trading a leisurely spring weekend for the rough-and-tumble of indoor state party conventions.
They're weighing who they want to carry party banners in races for governor, U.S. Senate and m... more
Minnesota lawmakers have headed home for the year. The Legislature adjourned earlier this week after enacting some priorities and setting others to the side.
Some bills still await action by Gov. Tim Walz. Barring a special session, these will be t... more
Minnesota lawmakers are filling in the details of a legislative budget agreement struck this week and will have to hustle to pass the bills needed to enact it.
If they do, Minnesotans will see reductions in their vehicle registration, help with risi... more
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Great source of local political news; balanced and informative. Would recommend.
This is a great way of staying knowledgeable about local news
Thank you for including the Martin Sabo interview in Friday's show
It's incredibly informative. And balanced.
All of the news you need to know what is REALLY going on in local and national news. The stuff balinda skims past.
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This program delivers timely updates on Minnesota politics with a newsroom-backed perspective. Episodes frequently feature live reporting from the state capitol, interviews with lawmakers and campaign figures, and deep dives into policy debates spanning budgeting, taxation, health care, and elections. A recurring strength is balancing party dynamics with practical implications for residents, often including on-the-ground vox pops, rapid reactions from the floor, and in-depth context from reporters. It's particularly notable for live, multi-angle coverage during high-stakes moments like endorsements, budget deals, and session endgames, making it useful for listeners who want an informed, statewide view on political developments.
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