November 17, 1994 - Minnesota Governor Arne Carlson comments on what he expects in the upcoming session at the State Capitol in regards to spending, taxes, and overall budget.
September 20, 1994 - A debate between incumbent Governor Arne Carlson and DFL-endorsed candidate for governor John Marty. The debate was recorded at the annual meeting of the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce.
August 26, 1994 - MPR’s Gary Eichten presents excerpts of Governor Arne Carlson and former Minnesota State Representative Alan Quist's appearances on Midday program. The two are vying as Independent Republican candidates for governor.
July 22, 1994 - This Midday program presents various political segments: Don Samuelson, DFL gubernatorial candidate, abruptly announces his withdrawal; Arne Carlson speech on the steps of the State Capital; and James Renier speaking at the Center for Corporate Responsibility annual meeting held at the University of St. Thomas.
February 15, 1994 - Minnesota Governor Arne Carlson's State of the State address delivered in Rochester. Topics of speech included fighting crime, family values, jobs, and taxes. MPR’s Mike Mulcahy and Carol Gunderson report prior to and after speech.
April 20, 1993 - As Midday guest, Minnesota Governor Arne Carlson shares his viewpoints on state budget, legislative moves at the State Capitol, and national economy forecast. Governor Carlson also answers listener questions.
November 10, 1992 - As part of a Mainstreet Radio project, Midday broadcasts from Das Wurst Haus in Lanesboro, Minnesota to focus on the changing power in the state. For the first time, a majority of seats at the State Capitol come from metropolitan area.
October 12, 1992 - MPR’s Leonard Lee reports on Governor Arne Carlson’s opposition to new taxes as a way to deal with state deficit.
October 8, 1992 - Minnesota Governor Arne Carlson visits Midday program for the first time. Carlson discusses the state budget struggles, taxes, statewide response to crime issues/gangs, and education, amongst other topics. Carlson also answers listener questions.
March 9, 1992 - MPR’s Mike Mulcahy presents a report on Healthright, a state health insurance plan being strategized at the State Capitol. The plan would assist the uninsured working poor.