Election Coverage from MPR

Coleman: rescind Iraqi reconstruction money

U.S. Sen. Norm Coleman says he'll push to rescind $1 billion in U.S. funding for Iraqi reconstruction -- responding to a report that Iraq could finish the year with as much as a $79 billion cumulative budget surplus. (08/08/2008)

Shunned lawmaker Mark Olson gets GOP endorsement

Rep. Mark Olson was permanently expelled from the House Republican Caucus last summer following his conviction on domestic assault charges. (08/08/2008)

Paulsen offers views on energy issues

The Republican running to replace retiring 3rd District U.S. Rep. Jim Ramstad is calling for off-shore drilling and more alternative energy. (08/08/2008)

DFL Senate candidate Al Franken says 'No Child Left Behind' needs to change

DFL U.S. Senate candidate Al Franken says portions of the federal No Child Left Behind law need to change to accommodate broader approaches to learning. (08/08/2008)

Klobuchar asks supporters to donate to Franken

Klobuchar, a Minnesota Democrat, sent an e-mail out Friday with the subject line, "Why I need Al Franken in the Senate." (08/08/2008)

Does the Constitution still matter?

Former U.S. Rep. Mickey Edwards says the Republican Party can't find a way to rebuld its reputation unless it turns back toward the Constitution. (Midday, 08/07/2008)

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