May 2, 2002 - The bill would amend the constitution to dedicate 3/16 of 1% of sales tax revenues to environmental conservation and preservation. That amounts to roughly $115 million a year.
May 2, 2002 - MPR’s Laura McCallum reports on Roger Moe’s candidacy for governorship. A former math teacher, Roger Moe has the most political experience out of all the candidates in the running for governor. Report includes commentary from former Vice President Walter Mondale, who endorsed Moe for governor; and Becky Lourey, state senator and rival DFL candidate for governor.
May 2, 2002 - A group of students at South High School in Minneapolis will get a special lesson on American civic values with Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Kathleen Blatz. Later today, Blatz will meet with a group of students as part of the "Dialogue on Freedom" initiative started by the American Bar Association. The dialogues are intended to help students to engage in discussions on American values in a diverse world. Joining us on the line is Chief Justice Kathleen Blatz. That's Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Kathleen Blatz.
May 2, 2002 - MPR’s Michael Khoo reports on Minnesota House bill passage that would require disclosure by the governor and the state's other top elected officials on all money that comes from non-state employment. The bill is not aimed at Ventura, but some think it could be due to his employment with the XFL, his two books, and his role in a movie during his governorship.
May 2, 2002 - Business leaders and government officials met today in Bloomington for a so-called "congestion summit" designed to let lawmakers know they want action on transportation this year. Business leaders say increasing traffic delays are costing them time and money. Government officials agree the problem is acute, but say they lack the money to pay for new projects, and so far, the political will to raise the necessary funds. Minnesota Public Radio's Andrew Haeg reports.
May 3, 2002 - This afternoon delegates to the state DFL convention will enthusiastically endorse Minnesota Senator Paul Wellstone's bid for a third term. Wellstone is expected to deliver a trademark passionate speech outlining his sharp ideological contrast to the Republican agenda. Wellstone will not formally kick off his campaign until later this month even though the contest with Republican challenger Norm Coleman is well underway. Minnesota Public Radio's Mark Zdechlik prepared this report on Wellstone's Senate career and why the Senator is pursuing a third term he repeatedly pledged NOT to seek.
May 3, 2002 - Minnesota Public Radio's Tom Scheck reports that Governor Ventura has promised to veto a bill targeting his outside income. The bill would require all members on the state board of investment to disclose any money earned outside of office. The governor also threatened to file a lawsuit if lawmakers override his veto and the bill become law.
May 3, 2002 - The main drama of the DFL convention comes tomorrow, when delegates will endorse a candidate for governor. State Auditor Judi Dutcher, and state Senators Becky Lourey and Roger Moe have all agreed to abide by tomorrow's endorsement, and won't challenge the endorsed candidate in a primary. Minnesota Public Radio's Laura McCallum has been following the candidates around today, as they tried to persuade uncommitted delegates. Dutcher, Lourey and Moe spent most of the day working the crowd. Moe appears to be the front-runner, according to early delegate counts, but many delegates are still undecided. Moe started the day by naming one of his Senate colleagues as his running mate. 36-year-old Julie Sabo is a first-term Senator, an elementary school teacher and the daughter of Fifth District Congressman Martin Sabo. Moe says he's optimistic - but not overconfident - that he'll get the endorsement...
May 6, 2002 - MPR’s Dan Olson provides a report on how the vice presidency changed under the Carter administration. Report includes various speaking excerpts of Jimmy Carter, Stuart Eizenstadt, Walter Mondale, and Maxine Issacs.
May 6, 2002 - Minnesota lawmakers will be back at the capitol today, trying to reach agreement on how to fill a 439 million dollar gap in the current two-year budget. They have other things to agree on before the end of the session, too-- namely, a bonding bill, a transportation funding package, and an anti-terrorism bill. Joining us now is Laura McCallum, Minnesota Public Radio's Capitol Bureau Chief.