Election Coverage from MPR

The VP search is on

As presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain work toward finding the right running mates, Midday explores the office of the vice presidency and what qualities the candidates might want to see in a potential political partner. (Midday, 06/16/2008)

Walz works to secure FEMA relief

U.S. Rep. Tim Walz is preparing to secure emergency flood aid from the federal government. (06/13/2008)

Presidential candidates try to appeal across party lines

The campaigns for president are shifting from attracting their core base of supporters and are focusing on swing voters. (06/11/2008)

Ron Paul to hold rally during Republican National Convention

Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul plans to hold his own convention in the Twin Cities this September at the same time as the Republican National Convention. (06/10/2008)

News Cut: The vice presidential two-step

Governor Pawlenty has been a steadfast supporter of U.S. Sen. John McCain's presidential campaign thru the twists and turns that have led to McCain's emergence as the presumptive Republican nominee. Through the campaign, Pawlenty's name has been floated as a possible Vice Presidential candidate for McCain. Typically, Pawlenty has been denying his interest in the job and dismissing the talk as hypothetical. Well, the talk heated up again this weekend when Pawlenty opened the door to the possibility, slightly. Bob Collins writes Minnesota Public Radio's News Cut blog and he has been considering the Governor's delicate political dance. (06/09/2008)

Al Franken set to compete against Coleman

Al Franken is ready to hit the campaign trail after winning the DFL endorsement for U.S. Senate at his party's convention in Rochester. He appears on Midday to discuss the issues in the Senate race and take listener calls. (Midday, 06/09/2008)

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