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2nd Congressional District candidates debate

Republican Rep. John Kline has represented Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District since 2002. He's defending his seat thsi year against Democrat Steve Sarvi. Both candidates join Gary Eichten on Midday for a debate. (Midday, 10/30/2008)

Vandals strike homes of six Minn. legislators

U.S. Senator Norm Coleman says the heated rhetoric of the campaign season may have fueled acts of vandalism at the homes of six Minnesota elected officials. (10/22/2008)

Sarvi, Kline hold first formal debate in Chaska

Republican Congressman John Kline and his DFL challenger Steve Sarvi have crossed paths from time to time on the campaign trail this year, but Monday they met for their first formal debate in Chaska. (10/13/2008)

Ramping up to the Republican convention

Former Republican Minnesota Gov. and Congressman Al Quie and former Republican U.S. Sen. Dave Durenberger join Midday to preview the Republican State Convention and discuss what it takes to be elected and serve in public office. (05/29/2008)

Sarvi gets DFL nod to challenge Kline

Democrats have endorsed Iraq war veteran Steve Sarvi to run against Republican Rep. John Kline. (05/03/2008)

Kline defends decision to stop seeking earmarks

As a skeptical Scott County Board listened, U.S. Rep. John Kline defended his decision to stop seeking the millions of dollars in so-called "earmarks" awarded to members of Congress for projects within their districts. (01/09/2008)

Iraq war vet to challenge Kline in Minnesota's 2nd District

Steve Sarvi served 16 months in Iraq with the Minnesota National Guard, returning home this July. He's a former Watertown mayor who now works as city administrator in Victoria. (10/04/2007)

Kline introduces bill to resolve GI Bill benefits for Minnesota soldiers

Minnesota lawmakers say they're hopeful an Army review will lead to greater educational benefits for members of the Minnesota National Guard who served in Iraq. But just in case, Rep. John Kline introduced legislation that would resolve the problem. (10/04/2007)

Kline says he sees 'amazing' progress in Iraq

Kline, who has been a supporter of President Bush's Iraq policy, said he was particularly impressed with the improved security in the Anbar province capital of Ramadi. (09/25/2007)

Rep. Kline agrees with Iraq assessment

U.S. Rep. John Kline, Republican from Minnesota's 2nd District, is a member of the House Armed Services committee, which heard from the two top U.S. leaders on Iraq Monday. Kline agrees with Gen. David Petraeus that the recent troop surge has been successful. (09/11/2007)

Candidate snapshot

Party: DFL

Biography

Date of Birth: 01/30/1965

Place of Birth: East Saint Louis, Illinois

Education: BA, Political Science, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, 1987

Positions Held: Mayor, Watertown, Minnesota, 2000 - 2005

Business/Professional Experience: Reservist, United States Army, Army National Guard, 1982 - present; City Administrator, Cities of Lanesboro, Watertown and Victoria, MN, 1994-2008

Religion: Catholic

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