Posted at 2:32 PM on February 6, 2006
by Bob Collins
Mark Ritchie today announce his candidacy for secretary of state in Minnesota. He took a few shots at incumbent Mary Kiffmeyer, who hasn't said yet if she'll run again this year. (Though she did respond to the "shots."). Jane Freeman was on the podium at the announcement, urging a vote for her son, Mike, who is a candidate for Hennepin County Attorney.
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