GOP state convention
More than 2,000 Republican delegates gather in Duluth to endorse a candidate for two U.S. Senate seats, an open race for Minnesota governor, several other constitutional offices.
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If this strategy works, it would be the first time in the history of the DFL Party that activists DIDN'T back a can… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
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Sen Michelle Benson to the GOP convention smiling: "We’re going to try to get our candidate endorsed we hope they don’t get theirs."by Mark Zdechlik via twitter 6/2/2018 8:29:15 PM
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Murphy with a stronger lead in round 3, but still a ways to go to the 60% needed for endorsement #DFL2018 https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DetmtLjX0AAPpER.jpg
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This is a new way to pass the time, raise a buck: Republican party units from around the state are doing an ice-bucket-like challenge for donations to statewide candidates. Most are giving $100 per statewide and calling out other units to match or raise #mngopby Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 8:12:42 PM
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Murphy pulls ahead on second ballot #DFL2018 https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Detds87X4AAoySW.jpg
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NEW: After bowing out of AG endorsement, Swanson spokesman says she’s “evaluating all her options.”
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Silence of the Lambwich. Better be good @kpottermn https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DetZX6DUYAAkprW.jpg
by Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 7:21:40 PM -
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Now @jpcoolican rumor tweet is getting read to the convention by @JimNashMNby Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 6:30:31 PM
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. @doug_wardlow takes the #mngop stage to revel in AG Lori Swanson loss at DFL convention. "It's hard to get farther left than Lori Swanson. They're going off the deep end."by Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 6:29:34 PM
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His first convention was in 1970 in same building. He says he was a spectator for a class project. They used paper ballots back then, too. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DetL7a6UcAAZ_xJ.jpg
by Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 6:23:49 PM -
His first convention was in 1970 as a spectator for a school project (in same building). They used paper ballots back then, too. @ericeskola , everyone. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DetLTuWW4AA_yRy.jpg
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Paper ballots now being distributed for first vote in GOP gov. endorsement. They had hoped to be using new electronic voting technology, but it failed yesterday.by Mark Zdechlik via twitter 6/2/2018 5:48:58 PM
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Parrish has wrapped up his speech. On now to balloting in Duluth for the GOP endorsement for governor.by Mark Zdechlik via twitter 6/2/2018 5:41:53 PM
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Parrish: "I'm going to find, expose and remove the swamp critters here in Minnesota."by Mark Zdechlik via twitter 6/2/2018 5:40:19 PM
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Phillips says grassroots endorsement process "important."by Mark Zdechlik via twitter 6/2/2018 5:39:21 PM
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Parrish going after "political elitists" who he's accusing of trying to block governor's endorsement to help forme… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
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Parrish going after "political elitists" who he's accusing of trying to block governor's endorsement to help former Governor Pawlenty in the August primary.by Mark Zdechlik via twitter 6/2/2018 5:37:55 PM
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Parrish, "Islamic law is the antithesis of the United States constitution."by Mark Zdechlik via twitter 6/2/2018 5:34:31 PM
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Parrish says he would not appoint anyone to the Metropolitan Council.by Mark Zdechlik via twitter 6/2/2018 5:31:33 PM
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Parrish: "We're going to end multiplication" of 'Minnesota Nice.'by Mark Zdechlik via twitter 6/2/2018 5:30:53 PM
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Republican candidate for governor Phillip Parrish told delegates to the GOP state convention, “Maverick fits for me.”by Mark Zdechlik via twitter 6/2/2018 5:28:21 PM
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My kids are really into the Greatest Showman movie soundtrack. I had finally gotten the songs out of my head. Until "From Now On" blared during the Johnson stage program. Thanks man.by Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 5:20:18 PM
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Johnson says he can credibly campaign in cities, suburbs and greater MN. "Donald Trump proved to me we can blow the frickin' roof off of greater Minnesota." He says Trump tapped into "forgotten Americans" and Johnson says he can do same for "forgotten Minnesotans." #mngov #mngopby Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 5:17:43 PM
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. @MNJeffJohnson , introduced as "your grassroots governor," pitches himself as a get-government-off-your-back candidate. My boys don’t need a nanny anymore and neither do you. We’re going to get Minnesota out of the nanny business once and for all.” #mngov #mngopby Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 5:14:55 PM
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Former Pawlenty Lt. Gov Carol Molnau in @MNJeffJohnson convention video addresses Pawlenty's presence in #mngov race: “I had a lot of fun with him at the fishing openers. I wish him well, but I’m not looking forward to seeing him in St. Paul.”by Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 5:07:48 PM
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Former Gov candidate @repmattdean and wife, Laura, are delivering the nomination speech for @MNJeffJohnson #mngop #mngovby Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 5:03:00 PM
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. @MARYforMNGOV "There are not enough Republican voters to win unless Republicans endorse a new, smart candidate who can persuade independent voters and win the suburbs.” #mngovby Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 4:54:50 PM
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by Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 4:44:05 PM
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Updated report puts voting strength at 1846 as #mngov contest begins twitter.com/Stowydad/statu…by Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 4:33:45 PM
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Wardlow endorsed on a voice vote of convention for Minnesota attorney general race.by Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 4:10:20 PM
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GOP on to endorsement for Attorney General. Only candidate is @doug_wardlow . His introductory video says "Lori Swanson is only interested in suing President Trump." He says he'll work with Trump to crack down on immigration offenses. #mngopby Brian Bakst via twitter 6/2/2018 4:01:24 PM
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