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Politics Friday

Minnesota Public Radio
Donald Trump
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Tim Walz
Joe Biden
Kamala Harris
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Minnesota Elections
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Amy Klobuchar
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Equal Rights Amendment
Health Care
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Immigration Reform

Weekly updates from Brian Bakst and the Minnesota Public Radio newsroom staff covering politics in Minnesota.

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Downtown Minneapolis is short on public restrooms, and City Council Member Katie Cashman is hoping to leverage a languishing streetcar fund to boost the toilet tally.

The council votes on the 2026 city budget Tuesday night, and money is tight; Cash... more

It was an eventful off-year election across the country.

In Minnesota, St. Paul elected a new mayor, state Rep. Kaohly Her. It was in a surprise repudiation of the incumbent, Mayor Melvin Carter. Across the river, Minneapolis voters gave their mayo... more

Voters in Minneapolis are electing a mayor this fall, and it's a crowded race with 15 names on the ballot.

Four of the leading candidates for Minneapolis mayor address key issues and how they intend to lead their city in a MPR News/Minnesota Star T... more

Rochester is changing in many ways. City blocks are filled with construction work zones. Streets are littered with detours. Cranes tower over the skyline as a massive makeover plays out.

Much of it is tied to a major medical expansion associated wit... more

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Peggy Flanagan
Lieutenant Governor of Minnesota
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Anika Besst
MPR News digital producer with a deep interest in Minnesota's political history.
Episode: Politics Friday Special: Digging into Minnesota‘s political history
Brian Pease
Historic site manager at the Minnesota State Capitol with extensive knowledge of state history.
Minnesota State Capitol
Episode: Politics Friday Special: Digging into Minnesota‘s political history
Bob Sandeen
Archivist and St. Peter resident familiar with the history of the state capital debate.
Episode: Politics Friday Special: Digging into Minnesota‘s political history
Matt Alvarez
Politics Friday producer who assisted in producing the segment.
Minnesota Public Radio
Episode: Politics Friday Special: Digging into Minnesota‘s political history
Chris Farrell
Senior economics contributor for MPR.
Minnesota Public Radio
Episode: Politics Friday Special: Digging into Minnesota‘s political history
Erin Campbell
Commissioner of Minnesota Management and Budget
Minnesota Management and Budget
Episode: Politics Friday: Budget begins to take shape as leaders huddle
Richard Carlbom
New DFL Party chair, former mayor and Democratic strategist
Minnesota DFL Party
Episode: Politics Friday: Budget begins to take shape as leaders huddle
Betty McCollum
U.S. Representative and Dean of Minnesota’s Congressional Delegation.
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Politics Friday: Moves in Washington hover over state budget outlook

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Brian Bakst
Politics Editor at MPR News and host of Politics Friday, where he provides insightful analysis and updates on Minnesota's political landscape.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Great source of local political news; balanced and informative. Would recommend.

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    cptcanuck15
    3 years ago
  • Great source of local news

    This is a great way of staying knowledgeable about local news

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goranger22
    United States10 years ago
  • Martin Sabo

    Thank you for including the Martin Sabo interview in Friday's show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tripj1972
    United States10 years ago
  • Informative

    It's incredibly informative. And balanced.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iloveflynn
    United States14 years ago
  • Informative

    All of the news you need to know what is REALLY going on in local and national news. The stuff balinda skims past.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    art_freak1234356
    United States18 years ago

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Politics Friday: Minnesota Republicans gather for their state convention
Q: What will make for a successful convention this weekend?
Well, we wanna get through everything and not go too far into the evening.
Politics Friday: Minnesota Republicans gather for their state convention
Q: You've got the party endorsement. Joe Tayrab has a campaign fundraising advantage. What kind of primary campaign do you expect this to be?
I hope it's gonna be a fun one. We're going to have the ground game, and the support we have in CD2 is absolutely incredible.
Politics Friday: Minnesota Republicans gather for their state convention
Q: David, does 2024 feel different than 2022 when Republicans had high but unfulfilled hopes?
Yes, I think it is on a lot of levels. There's been a lot of dissatisfaction with what Democrats are doing nationally and certainly in the state.
Politics Friday: Gov. Tim Walz weighs in after the Minnesota Legislature gavels out
Q: Will you commit to doing everything in your power to ensure the Equal Rights Amendment is enacted in Minnesota?
Walz affirms his longstanding support for the ERA and expresses frustration that it was tied to other bills at the end of the session.
Politics Friday: Gov. Tim Walz weighs in after the Minnesota Legislature gavels out
Q: How will you prioritize the University of Minnesota's deferred maintenance in your bonding proposal next year?
Governor Walz assures that since a large portion of his bonding bill this year focused on asset preservation, he expects an even greater focus on it in the following year.

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This production offers weekly insights into the political landscape of Minnesota, highlighting critical political developments and legislative updates. Common topics include state budget discussions, housing policies, and the ongoing dynamics within Minnesota's political parties. The discussions frequently feature interviews with key political figures such as state legislators, the governor, and other stakeholders, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of the state's governance and policy decisions. Additionally, the show explores historical political contexts and current events that shape the Minnesota political arena, making it a unique source for those interested in local politics and governance issues.

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1. Peggy Flanagan
2. Anika Besst
3. Brian Pease
4. Bob Sandeen
5. Matt Alvarez
6. Chris Farrell
7. Erin Campbell
8. Richard Carlbom

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