Linda Berglin

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• Linda Berglin shares lessons learned in 39 years in the legislature

  As State Senator Linda Berglin steps after a 39-year career in the Minnesota House and Senate, she stops by the Midday studio to reflect on her career and on Minnesota's health care system. Berglin’s legislative specialty was health care, and she moves to a new public policy job at Hennepin County.

  Aug. 16, 201159 minSave
• Linda Berglin reacts to the Ventura administration's anti-terrorism plans

  Morning Edition’s Cathy Wurzer interviews DFL State Senator Linda Berglin, chair of the Health, Human Services, and Corrections Budget committee, about the Ventura administration unveiling its plan for fighting terrorism. It includes more wiretap authority for the government, limits on public access to sensitive information, and broader authority to quarantine citizens in the event of a bioterrorist incident.

  Nov. 22, 2001Save
• Midday features live Special Session debate on stadium

  Midday offers live two-hour coverage of the legislative Special Session with a debate on the Twins ballpark/stadium in the Minnesota Senate. Debate includes gambling as a funding source. MPR reporter Martin Kaste joins Gary Eichten to provide analysis as debate plays out.

  Oct. 28, 1997Save
• Berglin on MnCare tax increase, legislative prospects

  Linda Berglin, DFL state representative and chair of the Minnesota Health Committee, discusses expansion of MnCare, federal funding, and taxes.

  Dec. 21, 19944 minSave
• Linda Berglin on health care reform in Minnesota

  Linda Lee Berglin, Minnesota state senator, discusses the status of MinnesotaCare, what it offers the public in health care coverage, and ongoing debate at the State Capitol.

  Sep. 27, 19945 minSave
• St. Paul Jaycees' Candidate Forum for U.S. Senate

  Midday presents a broadcast of St. Paul Jaycees' Candidate Forum for 1994 U.S. Senate primary race in filling David Durenberger's Minnesota U.S. Senate seat. Candidates from multiple parties debate their positions. Topics include Bosnia conflict, Russia, business, term limits, endorsement process, and President Clinton’s administration.

  Feb. 24, 199450 minSave
• White Earth Native Americans fight legislation regarding land disputes

  MPR’s Tom Meersman reports on members of White Earth tribe that held press conference protesting current legislative action regarding land disputes between tribes, private land owners, and the government.

  Jan. 8, 1986Save
• Debate over Berglin rape bill hinges on attitudes and morality

  Debate over the Berglin bill, a bill that would change evidentiary hearings in rape cases, is debated here. While agreement was generally seen over the main focus of the bill, debate ensued from the Republican side over whether or not removing codes regarding sodomy and adultery would contribute to the further decline of the nation's moral standing.

  May. 7, 1975Save