Minnesota Public Radio Stories

• Paulsen wins 3rd Dist., keeps seat Republican
  In spite of millions of dollars in TV ad spending by national Democratic groups, Minnesota's 3rd District congressional seat will remain in Republican hands.6:50 a.m.
• Michele Bachmann retains 6th district seat
  Republican Congresswoman Michele Bachmann has survived a nearly disasterous political misstep to win re-election in Minnesota's 6th district.6:55 a.m.
• Coleman leads Franken in tight Senate race
  Republican Sen. Norm Coleman finished ahead of Democrat Al Franken early Wednesday in the final vote count, but his 727-vote margin falls within the state's mandatory recount law. MPR's Tom Scheck updates the race.7:20 a.m.
• The economy dominates voters' concerns
  The economy was by far the biggest issue among Minnesota voters as they headed to the polls yesterday.7:25 a.m.
• About half of school levies pass in Minnesota
  Voters in more than 50 school districts throughout Minnesota faced questions on the ballot Tuesday regarding school funding. Most of those questions asked for a property tax increase, and the results have come in almost split.7:40 a.m.
• Minn. voter turnout falls short of the record
  Minnesota voters packed the polls yesterday. About 2.8 million people voted, about the same number that showed up at the polls in 2004. While they came short of breaking a record, it's still destined to be one of the best turnouts in the nation, if not the best.7:50 a.m.
• Black voters celebrate historic Obama victory
  A group of black Democrats gathered in a Minneapolis restaurant on Election Night to watch the returns and cheer on local black candidates. But the main event was the race between Barack Obama and John McCain. By the end of the night, they all saw what many thought they'd never see in their lifetimes, an African American elected to the highest office in the country.7:55 a.m.
• AP reverses call on Senate outcome; recount required
  The Associated Press has backed off its earlier declaration that Norm Coleman won re-election to the U.S. Senate, because the margin of victory is so slim it will require a recount.8:20 a.m.
• Voters pass outdoors, arts constitutional amendment
  Minnesotans approved a constitutional amendment to provide sales tax funding for outdoors projects and the arts.8:25 a.m.
• A review of Bob Dylan's election night concert
  The election of Barack Obama as America's first African-American President was a historic occasion. One of the more interesting places to experience that history was Northrup Auditorium on the campus of the University of Minnesota. That's where Bob Dylan performed a concert which began shortly after the polls closed in Minnesota.8:55 a.m.

National Public Radio Stories

• At 109, Slave's Daughter Revels In Historic Vote
  Born in 1899 in central Texas, Amanda Jones is the living link between the time when a black man could be owned as property and when a black man could be elected president of the United States. She calls Barack Obama's election "a blessing."
• Barack Obama Wins Historic Election
  Barack Obama is promising supporters that "change has come." After his historic election as the nation's first black president, Obama promised to be a president for all Americans — including those who voted against him. In Arizona, McCain told disappointed supporters, "The American people have spoken, and spoken clearly."
• Civil Rights Hero Proud Of Obama's Victory
  Congressman John Lewis of Atlanta faced no general election opposition and was re-elected unanimously. Lewis, a civil rights hero, was an ardent Barack Obama supporter. Lewis said Tuesday night "was an unbelievable night."
• Exit Polls: Economy Dominated Issues
  Analysts will be going over exit polls for some time to come. There is valuable information to be gleaned from them. More than six in 10 voters picked the economy as the most important issue facing the nation.
• Champagne Corks Pop In Paris For Obama
  The crowd watching the election returns at a party across from the Eiffel Tower erupted in cheers when the U.S. presidential race was called early Wednesday morning. As the champagne came out, some Barack Obama supporters said they still can't believe he won.
• Germans Hopeful Of New U.S. Relationship
  Last summer, more than 200,000 Germans saw Democrat Barack Obama speak in Berlin. They hope that as president, Obama will revitalize a relationship that most Germans hold dear.
• Democrats Score In Push To Expand Majority
  Democrats have increased their effective majority to at least 56 seats in the 100-member Senate. They did not turn over a single Senate seat to Republicans. All Democratic incumbents on the ballot prevailed.
• Reid: Voters Want Congress To Get Things Done
  When Barack Obama and running mate Joe Biden take their oath of office on Jan. 20, Democrats will control both the White House and Congress for the first time since 1994. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada tells Steve Inskeep that voters want change, and they want Congress to get things done.
• Asian Markets Trading Higher On Obama Win
  Japan's main index ended the day up more than 4 percent. Hong Kong rallied more than 3 percent. Stock markets in Australia, South Korea and China also ended the day sharply higher. Some analysts say a Barack Obama administration is likely to boost spending to stimulate the economy, and that could be good for Asian exporters.
• Fixing The Economy Is Job One For Obama
  Fixing the economy appears to be the No. 1 mandate from voters. President-elect Barack Obama will have his work cut out for him. David Wessel of The Wall Street Journal tells Renee Montagne and Steve Inskeep that he expects Obama to make some key decisions as early as this month.

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