According to a GOP press statement on Friday, House Republican Conference Chairman Jeb Hensarling (R-Texas) commented recently on the third anniversary of President Obama’s signing of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. “The stimulus is a stark reminder of how the president got the policies he wanted, and how those policies have failed the American [...]

The Green Party of the United States released a press release on February 13: Green Parties in several states across the US have begun to choose Green presidential candidates and apportion delegates for the Green National Convention in Baltimore, Md., July 12 to 15 (http://www.gpconvention2012.com). Two candidates, Jill Stein and Roseanne Barr, have fulfilled Green [...]

The Kitchen Debate refers to a discussion Vice President Richard Nixon conducted with Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev during the opening of the American National Exhibition in Moscow on July 24, 1959. The event showcased an average American home featuring various technological improvements created by the United States that made life easier for the average person. [...]

Think you’re savvy about Minnesota politics? Take this brief quiz about the various state agencies and historical questions then see how you did. 1) Is there a term limit for governor in Minnesota? Yes No 2) How many cabinet positions does the Minnesota governor appoint? 24 14 102 None 3) Who was the first governor [...]

Right! 17. 16 are elected from the municipalities in the Minnesota metropolitan area and one is elected as an “at large” councilperson. Click here to return to the quiz about Minnesota politics.

Right! Seven. Each judge is appointed by the governor and stands for reelection during the following cycle. They then stand for reelection periodically until they retire. Click here to return to the quiz about Minnesota politics.

Right! 67. Each district elects a senator to serve a four year term. Click here to return to the quiz about Minnesota politics.