Election Coverage from MPR

RNC -- good for some businesses, but not all

As the Republican National Convention draws near, many Twin Cities business are sizing up how much of a sales kick they may get out of the convention this September. But being close to the convention is no guarantee of a boost in sales. (05/07/2008)

Obama pulls ahead in delegate count

Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama won a decisive victory in North Carolina, while Hillary Clinton won Indiana on a thin margin. Midday explores what the results mean as the campaigns get ready for the next primary elections in Nebraska and West Virginia. (Midday, 05/07/2008)

Obama wins NC, says near nomination; Clinton wins Indiana

Barack Obama swept to a convincing victory in the North Carolina primary Tuesday night and declared he was closing in on the Democratic presidential nomination. Hillary Rodham Clinton eked out a win in Indiana as she struggled to halt her rival's march into history. (05/06/2008)

How Hillary Clinton won my vote

Hillary Clinton won a vote in an unlikely way from Pam Jones this year. It was when Jones was making get-out-the-vote calls on behalf of Barack Obama. (05/06/2008)

Olson loses GOP endorsement to Kiffmeyer

Former Minnesota Secretary of State Mary Kiffmeyer has won the Republican endorsement over current Rep. Mark Olson to run in state House District 16B. (05/03/2008)

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)

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