Monthly Archives: July 2011

Good News/Bad News

The good news is that the state of Minnesota is working again.  The bad news is that the settlement involves  irresponsible shifts and borrowing.   I had hoped this destructive behavior would stop once we had  a new governor.  The state … Continue reading

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New York Times On MN Shutdown

The government shutdown in Minnesota is getting national attention.  View the  New York Times article on ” Antitax Controversy in Minnesota.”    This is hardly welcome attention.    The writer clearly brings out the negative outcomes associated with the antitax obsession. Knowing … Continue reading

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Eagan Meeting on Shutdown

A meeting took place  on Thursday evening in Eagan to discuss the state shutdown. Senator Daley, Rep. Anderson, and Rep. Wardlow were invited, but eventually they declined. It was held in the mezzanine room in the arena and about 130 people … Continue reading

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Republicans vs. Responsibility

The question about who controls the Republican Party is worth debating.   I know I am being repetitious, but those that  seem to be making the calls now are either extremists or eccentric.  The reasonable or rational members have left or … Continue reading

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