Photo: #Gov. Tim Pawlenty discusses the state budget during a May 19, 2009 news conference at the Minnesota State Capitol.
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Gov. Tim Pawlenty discusses the state budget during a May 19, 2009 news conference at the Minnesota State Capitol. (MPR Photo/Tim Pugmire)

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Race for governor to affect state government

June 3, 2009

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There's a lot of talk in the state's political circles about Governor Tim Pawlenty's decision not seek a third term. Without an incumbant, the 2010 governor's race is wide open, and Pawlenty now has to govern as a lame duck. MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with Capitol reporter Tom Scheck about how the politics could play out.

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