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Politics

Speaking Tom Emmer’s language

Bob Collins July 13, 2010, 12:32 PM Jul 13, 2010

The controversy surrounding Tom Emmer’s comments on the minimum wage is what happens when politicians don’t have specific proposals for voters to consider.

Politics

Did the stimulus work?

Bob Collins February 23, 2010, 12:55 PM Feb 23, 2010

When Democrats say the stimulus has worked, and Republicans say it hasn’t, both are just guessing.

Economy · Politics

Emotional barriers in U.S. history

Bob Collins February 8, 2010, 3:56 PM Feb 8, 2010

The Dow has closed below 10,000 for the first time in months. How does the first year of Obama stack up with his predecessors Wall Street-wise?

Politics

Coming to America

Bob Collins February 5, 2009, 12:24 PM Feb 5, 2009

Hundreds of immigrants to Minnesota are now U.S. citizens.

Politics

Embedded reporters at RNC

Bob Collins September 5, 2008, 5:01 PM Sep 5, 2008

A look at the issues raised with quid pro quo arrangements with police.

Politics

The Jesus factor

Bob Collins August 28, 2008, 8:12 PM Aug 28, 2008

The Democrats are trying to learn how to talk religion. Winning the election may depend on it.