Former Governor Carlson says state needs leadership now.

Speaking with former Vice President Walter Mondale at an event sponsored by the organization Growth and Justice, former Republican Governor Arne Carlson said Governor Pawlenty should buckle down and work with the legislature to address a "budget tsunami."

Guests

• Walter Mondale: U.S. Vice President (1977-1981), United States Senator (1967-1976), Minnesota Attorney General (1960-1964), US Ambassador to Japan (1993-1996), Unsuccessful candidate for US Senate in 1992.
• Arne Carlson: Governor of Minnesota (R) (1991-1999), State Auditor (1979-1990), State Representative (1971-1979),

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Resources

• about Governor Arne Carlson
• about Vice President & Senator Walter Mondale
• about the Growth & Justice organization