February 22, 1974 - Hubert H. Humphrey says he's giving Mondale his support in a national race. He thinks Mondale should run in the primary whether Ted Kennedy runs or not, saying we need good competition. Humphrey adds there's no better way to get known or to grow and know the country other than traveling around and seeing it.
February 22, 1974 - Katharine Graham, publisher of The Washington Post, speaks about the increasing secrecy in government and the role of the press. Graham states that while there are legitimate cases for presidents and advisors to have confidential communication, the executive branch can’t expect the press, which has have a different obligation, to keep its secrets for it.
February 22, 1974 - The MEA supports a bill in the legislature that would allow districts to cooperate and share resources. MEA Executive Secretary A.L. “Bud” Gallop said excess districts are still a problem, and the number of districts can be reduced to save administrative costs. He also remarked that the MEA is against the school voucher bill, which is worse than the tax credit bill the union is fighting in court.
February 22, 1974 - Today?s legislative agenda includes right turn on red, protecting pension plans for companies over 100, prompted by the White Motor Company closing Mpls Moline with cuts to employee pensions, and more school aid due to inflation Minnesota now pays $1.3 billion per biennium for schools, and asks Lawrence, well, why not?
February 22, 1974 - U.S. Senator Walter Mondale speaks about his proposed child abuse bill’s main purpose, which is to support demonstration programs to prevent, identify, and treat child abuse. He states many agencies can apply for funding and the programs could be broad or specific.
February 26, 1974 - Carolyn Ring talks about what a caucus is and what the requirements are to attend a caucus. Also, Ring describes what happens at a caucus, including election of party officers, election of delegates, and pass resolutions.
February 26, 1974 - Voting pattern of candidates may not always reflect party. Caucuses encourage folks to get involved in the political process.
February 26, 1974 - Favorable business client and quality living conditions create a good environment for business expansion.
February 26, 1974 - Precinct caucuses are still needed in order for citizens to effect civic duties.
February 26, 1974 - Minnesota was chosen as the headquarters for Litton.