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Felon Voter Rights Restoration Takes Big Tent

A “perpetual punishment” past prison is how the Restore The Vote coalition describes Minnesota’s law barring felons who are on parole from voting. There appears to be more lawmakers favoring making a change to the law this year.

MN Towns Ignored In Frac Sand Mining Debate Says Wabasha City Council Member

Local governments are getting a pushback from the legislature and governor as the debate over frac sand mining heats up again says a Wabasha City council member.

Clergy: “The Few” Still Suppressing Voting Without Help Of Voter ID

Minnesota’s battle over voter photo ID may be over, but it’s not forgotten. Reverend Paul Slack says voter photo ID is just one of many ways those who control the reins of power are trying to prevent more people from voting.

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