2nd Amendment Rights
Today (Tuesday), I reintroduced the Firearm Due Process Protection Act. This legislation provides legal recourse for law-abiding Americans who were improperly denied the ability to legally purchase a firearm due...
Editorials
House Dems Block Bill that Returns Surplus Dollars to Taxpayers
House Democrats on Monday voted down a Republican bill that would allow citizens to decide if a portion of future budget surpluses should be returned to taxpayers.The bill (H.F. 4) establishes the Minnesota Tax ...
Letters To The Editor
TO THE EDITOR:Where are you, Mr Emmer? In 2020 you condemned President Trump and insurrectionists for attempting to deny Biden’s election. You were there, scrambling to safety as intruders stormed the Capital ...
When I Grow Up, I Want to Live in a Township!
Tuesday, March 11, was Township Tuesday. This is a very important day for township residents, because they get to directly participate in their local government. Many townships hold their elections that day, but...
The American Dream
Last week, President Donald Trump gave his first Joint Address to Congress of his second term.During his speech, President Trump laid out his vision for the next four years. It was an inspiring celebration of th...
February Budget Forecast
On Thursday, March 6, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual February revenue forecast providing information and an outlook for the state’s financial picture. The latest forecast shows Democra...
State Shortfall Looming
State officials issued an updated economic forecast Thursday and it shows Minnesota’s bottom line continues to decline, with a smaller short-term surplus and a growing deficit on the horizon.The report from Minn...
Letters To The Editor
TO THE EDITOR:Federal budget cuts have left Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge with very few staff, leaving just one biologist in charge of 50,000 acres visited by 150,000 people a year. If you’ve ever managed o...
Springing Forward
This is your reminder to move your clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 9, 2025 for Daylight Savings Time or to use a common phrase, you need to “Spring Forward.” Now, I know there is debate about whether we ...
Democrats Block Preserving Girls Sports Act
Minnesota House Republicans on Monday brought forward a bill they say supports safe and fair competition for girls in school-sanctioned athletics.House Democrats blocked it, which I, Rep. Shane Mekeland, R-Clear...
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