Elmer L. Andersen
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- Freeman Forum: Community, Consensus & the Common Good
A Midday broadcast of four former Minnesota governors (Arne Carlson, Wendell Anderson, Elmer L. Andersen, and Al Quie) speaking at the 2003 Freeman Forum - Community, Consensus & the Common Good.
- Former Governor Elmer L. Andersen speaks before the Senate
MPR’s Laura McCallum reports on Minnesota's eldest former Governor Elmer L. Andersen address to the Senate, one of only two times in recent memory a former statesman has been invited to speak on the Senate floor.
- Elmer L. Andersen on his life and book "Views from the Publisher's Desk"
Midday’s Gary Eichten speaks with former Minnesota governor Elmer L. Andersen about his life and his book, Views from the Publisher's Desk. Andersen also answers listener call-in questions.
- Elmer L. Andersen on H.B. Fuller layoffs
Former Governor Elmer L. Andersen comments on cuts and layoffs taking place at H.B. Fuller. Andersen reflects on company history of protecting jobs when Andersen was president, a post he held until 1974.
- Elmer Andersen talks about Minnesota GOP party and convention
Former Minnesota Governor Elmer L. Anderson talks with MPR’s Gary Eichten about how the Minnesota GOP party has changed and become more conservative over the years.
- Elmer L. Andersen comments on the passing of Harold LeVander
Former Minnesota Governor Elmer L. Andersen shares his political thoughts on Harold LeVander, another former governor. LeVander died on March 30th, 1992.
- Former Governor Elmer L. Andersen on the importance of State of the State speeches
Former Governor Elmer L. Andersen comments State of the State speeches, both their importance and limitations. Andersen recalls some of his favorites over the years.
- Elmer Andersen speaks of public apathy
Former Minnesota Governor Elmer L. Andersen comments on his concerns of public apathy in the political environment. He sees a lack of organized activity and programs to draw public interest.
- Minnesota Meeting: Alexander Dubček - Trade with the Czech Slovak Federated Republic
A Midday broadcast of Alexander Dubček, the chairman of the federal assembly of Czechoslovakia First, speaking at Minnesota Meeting. Dubcek’s address, titled “Trade with the Czech Slovak Federated Republic,” addresses the economic future of his country. Dubcek spoke through a translator.
- Sigurd Olson passes away at age 82
MPR’s Lee Axdahl reports on the passing of Sigurd Olson, well-known environmentalist and author. Segment includes a brief summary of Olson’s life, a reading by former Governor Elmer L. Andersen, and interview segments with Olson about his experiences along the Boundary Waters.
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