The Washington Examiner went to Minnesota following news that the state's Democrats, known formally as the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, had fast-tracked one of the most progressive agendas in the country. What we found was a struggling Republican Party, angry small business owners, and a complete stonewall from Democrats. In this series, the Washington Examiner takes a look at broken promises lawmakers made, how Republicans are trying to control the carnage, and the unintended consequences of some of the bills passed, including one that could wipe out small business owners.
From the column: "This past budget session did little for Minnesota’s working class to advance. . It seems to me Minnesota is far from a model President Bill Clinton called 'welfare to work'.”
State lawmakers have approved $195 million in funding for the Northern Lights passenger rail line connecting the Twin Ports and Twin Cities. Rail advocates have fought for it for decades, despite concerns about cost and ridership.