http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/ Capitol Comment is a podcast focusing on the comments and opinions of legislative leaders on the issues of the day. Podcast Generator 1.2 - http://podcastgen.sourceforge.net Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:04:06 -0600 en Copyright 2008 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/images/itunes_image.jpg http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/ Capitol Comment is a podcast focusing on the comments and opinions of legislative leaders on the issues of the day. Capitol Comment Tim Budig Tim Budig tim.budig@ecm-inc.com no Lawmakers comment on Gov. Tim Pawlenty's recent proposal to put before voters a constitutional amendment that would limit state spending. Lawmakers Gardner, Dittrich, Carlson, Scott and Garofalo offer comment. Lawmakers comment on Gov. Tim Pawlenty's recent proposal to put before voters a constitutional amendment that would limit state spending. Lawmakers Gardner, Dittrich, Carlson, Scott and Garofalo offer comment. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-11-17_spending_amendment.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-11-17_spending_amendment.mp3 4:12 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:04:06 -0600 Gov. Tim Pawlenty on Saturday (Nov. 7) addressed Iowa Republicans at the state fairground in Des Moines. Pawlenty's appearance is significant, because if Pawlenty runs for president the road will likely start in the Iowa Republican caucuses. Gov. Tim Pawlenty on Saturday (Nov. 7) addressed Iowa Republicans at the state fairground in Des Moines. Pawlenty's appearance is significant, because if Pawlenty runs for president the road will likely start in the Iowa Republican caucuses. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-11-09_tpawdesmoines.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-11-09_tpawdesmoines.mp3 23:48 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:22:04 -0600 Gov. Tim Pawlenty details a proposed constitutional amendment he's offering that would limit state spending by linking future spending to current. Senate Majority Leader Larry Pogemiller, DFL-Minneapolis, gives the Senate's take on the proposal. Gov. Tim Pawlenty details a proposed constitutional amendment he's offering that would limit state spending by linking future spending to current. Senate Majority Leader Larry Pogemiller, DFL-Minneapolis, gives the Senate's take on the proposal. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-11-05_tpawamend.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-11-05_tpawamend.mp3 4:07 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:08:21 -0600 Teachers' union president Tom Dooher talks of the importance of local voters supporting local school district levies. Some 57 school districts have levies on the ballot. Dooher argues the levies reflect larger education funding problems. Teachers' union president Tom Dooher talks of the importance of local voters supporting local school district levies. Some 57 school districts have levies on the ballot. Dooher argues the levies reflect larger education funding problems. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-10-29_dooheredmn.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-10-29_dooheredmn.mp3 3:34 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:41:21 -0500 The Department of Health unveiled the Minnesota FluLine this week, a venture designed to provide medical information to people suffering from flu-like symptoms. Commissioner Dr. Sanne Magnan and State Epidemiologist Dr. Ruth Lynfield speak about it. The Department of Health unveiled the Minnesota FluLine this week, a venture designed to provide medical information to people suffering from flu-like symptoms. Commissioner Dr. Sanne Magnan and State Epidemiologist Dr. Ruth Lynfield speak about it. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-10-21_flulinepconference.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-10-21_flulinepconference.mp3 5:39 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:43:31 -0500 Sen. Michael Jungbauer, R-East Bethel, talks about the acute reaction he has had to the rabies shots he was forced to undergo after being bitten by a bat. Jungbauer details how the reaction to the shots has impacted his gubernatorial campaign. Sen. Michael Jungbauer, R-East Bethel, talks about the acute reaction he has had to the rabies shots he was forced to undergo after being bitten by a bat. Jungbauer details how the reaction to the shots has impacted his gubernatorial campaign. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-10-15_jungrabies.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-10-15_jungrabies.mp3 2:45 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:15:31 -0500 Gov. Tim Pawlenty addresses the convention, speaking of budgetary issues both state and federal. Pawlenty opens his 20 minute address with a joke about old cars and Obama bumper stickers. Gov. Tim Pawlenty addresses the convention, speaking of budgetary issues both state and federal. Pawlenty opens his 20 minute address with a joke about old cars and Obama bumper stickers. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-10-03_tpaw_at_gop.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-10-03_tpaw_at_gop.mp3 21:11 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Sat, 03 Oct 2009 20:36:13 -0500 The House Commerce and Labor Committee this week took testimony on the economic impact of the Minnesota Vikings, but the stadium issue hovered over the committee room. Vikings' official Lester Bagley, Rep. Greg Davids, and Rep. Joe Atkins talk stadium. The House Commerce and Labor Committee this week took testimony on the economic impact of the Minnesota Vikings, but the stadium issue hovered over the committee room. Vikings' official Lester Bagley, Rep. Greg Davids, and Rep. Joe Atkins talk stadium. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-10-02_vikingsstadium.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-10-02_vikingsstadium.mp3 3:47 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:00:08 -0500 State Auditor's Office staffer Jeff Wiita challenges his boss, DFL State Auditor Rebecca Otto. Wiita talks about why he entered the race, his vision for the office, and his current dissatisfaction with it. State Auditor Otto offers comment. State Auditor's Office staffer Jeff Wiita challenges his boss, DFL State Auditor Rebecca Otto. Wiita talks about why he entered the race, his vision for the office, and his current dissatisfaction with it. State Auditor Otto offers comment. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-09-24_stateauditorsrace.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-09-24_stateauditorsrace.mp3 4:39 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:47:46 -0500 Minnesota recieves $250,000 from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Minnesota recieves $250,000 from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-09-21_9182009.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-09-21_9182009.mp3 66:21 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:12:18 -0500 Three local Republicans, Rep. Tom Emmer, Rep. Peggy Scott, and Rep. Mark Buesgens came to the Capitol to push for a constitutional amendment they view as protecting the state against single-payer health care. Sen. John Marty, DFL-Roseville, objects. Three local Republicans, Rep. Tom Emmer, Rep. Peggy Scott, and Rep. Mark Buesgens came to the Capitol to push for a constitutional amendment they view as protecting the state against single-payer health care. Sen. John Marty, DFL-Roseville, objects. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-09-18_healthcareamendment.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-09-18_healthcareamendment.mp3 3:52 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 18 Sep 2009 10:14:58 -0500 Two former Republican governors, Arne Carlson and Al Quie, talk about the dire budget picture the state is facing and how it might be addressed. One former Republican Speaker, David Jennings, comments on Gov. Tim Pawlenty's decision not to attend. Two former Republican governors, Arne Carlson and Al Quie, talk about the dire budget picture the state is facing and how it might be addressed. One former Republican Speaker, David Jennings, comments on Gov. Tim Pawlenty's decision not to attend. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-09-10_leadership_summit.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-09-10_leadership_summit.mp3 9:01 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:38:13 -0500 Second District Congressman John Kline, R-Lakeville, talks about health care reform legislation currently being crafted in the House, why he doesn't like it and finding possible common ground with Democrats. Second District Congressman John Kline, R-Lakeville, talks about health care reform legislation currently being crafted in the House, why he doesn't like it and finding possible common ground with Democrats. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-09-04_kline_on_health_care.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-09-04_kline_on_health_care.mp3 4:43 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 04 Sep 2009 17:48:19 -0500 Gov. Tim Pawlenty this week spoke on health care reform, and why he believes the Obama Administration is focusing too much on one variable in the health care equation. But some Democrats argue that Pawlenty is in no position to lecture. Gov. Tim Pawlenty this week spoke on health care reform, and why he believes the Obama Administration is focusing too much on one variable in the health care equation. But some Democrats argue that Pawlenty is in no position to lecture. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-08-28_tpawhealthcare.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-08-28_tpawhealthcare.mp3 4:10 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:00:02 -0500 Sen. Mike Jungbauer spoke at Game Fair last Saturday (Aug. 8) in Ramsey, formally announcing his candidacy for governor. The senator spoke on a number of issues, one being climate change. Jungbauer believes the globe is cooling, not warming. Sen. Mike Jungbauer spoke at Game Fair last Saturday (Aug. 8) in Ramsey, formally announcing his candidacy for governor. The senator spoke on a number of issues, one being climate change. Jungbauer believes the globe is cooling, not warming. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-08-14_junggov.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-08-14_junggov.mp3 3:25 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 14 Aug 2009 18:12:08 -0500 Tinklenberg, who unsuccessfully challenged Republican Congresswoman Michele Bachmann last year, details why he considered remaining in the race too politically risky. Tinklenberg, who unsuccessfully challenged Republican Congresswoman Michele Bachmann last year, details why he considered remaining in the race too politically risky. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-08-06_tinkout.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-08-06_tinkout.mp3 4:46 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Thu, 06 Aug 2009 13:39:39 -0500 Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle and Gov. Tim Pawlenty met at Hudson, Wis., this week and one of the items they discussed wears a number 4 and throws touchdowns — Brett Favre. The governors exchanged banter over whether Favre would end up a Minnesota Viking. Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle and Gov. Tim Pawlenty met at Hudson, Wis., this week and one of the items they discussed wears a number 4 and throws touchdowns — Brett Favre. The governors exchanged banter over whether Favre would end up a Minnesota Viking. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-07-24_old_brett.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-07-24_old_brett.mp3 2:36 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 24 Jul 2009 18:12:06 -0500 Newly elected Republican Party Chairman Tony Sutton, of Inver Grove Heights, talks about the future of the party, ways they seek to win, and where he fits in. Newly elected Republican Party Chairman Tony Sutton, of Inver Grove Heights, talks about the future of the party, ways they seek to win, and where he fits in. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-07-17_newgopchair.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-07-17_newgopchair.mp3 6:11 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 17 Jul 2009 17:50:12 -0500 Rep. Tom Emmer of Delano announced this week that he is running for governor. Emmer talks of why he decided to run for governor, bringing in new ideas, and can he mount a statewide campaign. Rep. Tom Emmer of Delano announced this week that he is running for governor. Emmer talks of why he decided to run for governor, bringing in new ideas, and can he mount a statewide campaign. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-07-09_emmergov.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-07-09_emmergov.mp3 3:34 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:08:52 -0500 Sen.-elect Al Franken addresses several hundred supporters at the Capitol on Wednesday (July 1), the day after former senator Norm Coleman conceded the U.S. Senate race to Franken. Sen.-elect Al Franken addresses several hundred supporters at the Capitol on Wednesday (July 1), the day after former senator Norm Coleman conceded the U.S. Senate race to Franken. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-07-02_frankentalk.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-07-02_frankentalk.mp3 4:35 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:19:55 -0500 The new House Minority Leader Kurt Zellers talks about himself, where his caucus is headed, the upcoming election, the expectation that he'll stick around. The new House Minority Leader Kurt Zellers talks about himself, where his caucus is headed, the upcoming election, the expectation that he'll stick around. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-06-25_newgopleader.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-06-25_newgopleader.mp3 3:53 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:29:17 -0500 Historian Hy Berman talks about his favorite memory of Andersen, whose 100th birthday was celebrated this week, talks about Andersen's famous reelection loss and speculates on where the former governor would politically align today. Historian Hy Berman talks about his favorite memory of Andersen, whose 100th birthday was celebrated this week, talks about Andersen's famous reelection loss and speculates on where the former governor would politically align today. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-06-19_hy.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-06-19_hy.mp3 3:22 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:06:15 -0500 Gov. Tim Pawlenty addresses Vietnam veterans on the Capitol mall on Saturday (June 13) during a memorial celebration. The governor's speech, which received a standing ovation, runs about seven minutes. Gov. Tim Pawlenty addresses Vietnam veterans on the Capitol mall on Saturday (June 13) during a memorial celebration. The governor's speech, which received a standing ovation, runs about seven minutes. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-06-13_tpvetspeech.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-06-13_tpvetspeech.mp3 6:47 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Sat, 13 Jun 2009 16:24:50 -0500 DFL gubernatorial candidates, and one potential candidate, talk about their campaigns, aspirations, the party endorsement. Speakers are former House minority leader Matt Entenza, Sen. Tarryl Clark, Sen. Tom Bakk, and former U.S. senator Mark Dayton. DFL gubernatorial candidates, and one potential candidate, talk about their campaigns, aspirations, the party endorsement. Speakers are former House minority leader Matt Entenza, Sen. Tarryl Clark, Sen. Tom Bakk, and former U.S. senator Mark Dayton. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-06-12_dflgubcand.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-06-12_dflgubcand.mp3 5:46 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:24:27 -0500 Local Republicans Charlie Weaver, Pat Anderson, Rep. Mary Kiffmeyer, and Sen. Paul Koering talk about their potential candidacies. Taxpayer League President and former Republican lawmaker Phil Krinkie also offers comment. Local Republicans Charlie Weaver, Pat Anderson, Rep. Mary Kiffmeyer, and Sen. Paul Koering talk about their potential candidacies. Taxpayer League President and former Republican lawmaker Phil Krinkie also offers comment. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-06-05_goprumble.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-06-05_goprumble.mp3 6:58 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 05 Jun 2009 16:53:35 -0500 Republican Gov. Tim Pawlenty talks about his plans for cutting the new state budget while House Speaker Margaret Anderson Kelliher and Senate Majority Leader Larry Pogemiller talk about the just completed session along with senators Robling, Jungbauer. Republican Gov. Tim Pawlenty talks about his plans for cutting the new state budget while House Speaker Margaret Anderson Kelliher and Senate Majority Leader Larry Pogemiller talk about the just completed session along with senators Robling, Jungbauer. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-19_its_over.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-19_its_over.mp3 6:22 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Tue, 19 May 2009 17:36:25 -0500 DFL, Republican leaders give a brief update on the state of ongoing budget talks on this, the last day of the 2009 legislative session. DFL, Republican leaders give a brief update on the state of ongoing budget talks on this, the last day of the 2009 legislative session. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-18_leadersaf.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-18_leadersaf.mp3 5:02 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 18 May 2009 17:20:46 -0500 Four area lawmakers — Dean, Abeler, Kalin, and Dittrich — speak on the House floor during Sunday's veto override attempt of Gov. Tim Pawlenty's line-item veto of the human services finance bill. Two attempts at overriding the governor were made on Sunday. Four area lawmakers — Dean, Abeler, Kalin, and Dittrich — speak on the House floor during Sunday's veto override attempt of Gov. Tim Pawlenty's line-item veto of the human services finance bill. Two attempts at overriding the governor were made on Sunday. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-18_hoverrideattempts.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-18_hoverrideattempts.mp3 7:00 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 18 May 2009 00:35:50 -0500 Apple Valley Mayor Mary Hamann-Roland and St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman urge lawmakers to support and make decisions on local government aid (LGA). The mayors spoke at a Capitol press conference. Apple Valley Mayor Mary Hamann-Roland and St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman urge lawmakers to support and make decisions on local government aid (LGA). The mayors spoke at a Capitol press conference. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-16_avmayor.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-16_avmayor.mp3 5:11 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Sat, 16 May 2009 20:03:04 -0500 Gov. Tim Pawlenty announces plan to close the session without dragging the budget debate into the summer. House Speaker Margaret Anderson Kelliher, DFL-Minneapolis, reacts to Pawlenty's plan, indicating it feels like a threat. Gov. Tim Pawlenty announces plan to close the session without dragging the budget debate into the summer. House Speaker Margaret Anderson Kelliher, DFL-Minneapolis, reacts to Pawlenty's plan, indicating it feels like a threat. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-14_sessionender.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-14_sessionender.mp3 3:42 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Thu, 14 May 2009 20:23:36 -0500 House Speaker Margaret Anderson Kelliher, DFL-Minneapolis, fields questions from the Capitol press corps outside the House chamber Wednesday (May 23) night. House Speaker Margaret Anderson Kelliher, DFL-Minneapolis, fields questions from the Capitol press corps outside the House chamber Wednesday (May 23) night. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-13_kellihertalks.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-13_kellihertalks.mp3 9:31 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Wed, 13 May 2009 21:37:23 -0500 Two DFL candidates, Dr. Maureen Reed and Elwyn Tinklenberg, have expressed their intentions of seeking the DFL Party endorsement to take on Republican Congresswoman Michele Bachmann in the 6th Congressional District. Comments from both candidates. Two DFL candidates, Dr. Maureen Reed and Elwyn Tinklenberg, have expressed their intentions of seeking the DFL Party endorsement to take on Republican Congresswoman Michele Bachmann in the 6th Congressional District. Comments from both candidates. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-11_tink_reed.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-11_tink_reed.mp3 9:05 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 11 May 2009 12:08:45 -0500 The House Thursday (April 30) voted down an amendment lifting the current ban on nuclear power plant construction in Minnesota. House members speaking: Faust, Anderson, Hackbarth, Kulick Jackson, Kalin, and Peppin. The House Thursday (April 30) voted down an amendment lifting the current ban on nuclear power plant construction in Minnesota. House members speaking: Faust, Anderson, Hackbarth, Kulick Jackson, Kalin, and Peppin. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-01_nukehouse.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-05-01_nukehouse.mp3 5:19 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 01 May 2009 15:19:57 -0500 Former U.S. senator Norm Coleman talks about his campaign's court challenges, what might or should happen. U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, Democrat and the state's single senator at present, talks about the impact of the long election contest in Washington. Former U.S. senator Norm Coleman talks about his campaign's court challenges, what might or should happen. U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, Democrat and the state's single senator at present, talks about the impact of the long election contest in Washington. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-04-28_coleman.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-04-28_coleman.mp3 5:03 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:28:30 -0500 Rep. Mary Liz Holberg, R-Lakeville, talks about the workings of the session, conservative House Republicans, Democratic and Republican ambitions. Rep. Mary Liz Holberg, R-Lakeville, talks about the workings of the session, conservative House Republicans, Democratic and Republican ambitions. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-04-20_holberg.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-04-20_holberg.mp3 6:45 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:38:28 -0500 Area lawmakers sound off during recent debate on the Senate floor about the wisdom of lifting the moratorium on nuclear plant construction in Minnesota. Senators Jungbauer, Koch, Carlson, Murphy, and Doll speak on the issue. Area lawmakers sound off during recent debate on the Senate floor about the wisdom of lifting the moratorium on nuclear plant construction in Minnesota. Senators Jungbauer, Koch, Carlson, Murphy, and Doll speak on the issue. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-04-03_np.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-04-03_np.mp3 7:11 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 03 Apr 2009 16:45:10 -0500 Rep. Tim Sanders, R-Blaine, is a first-term lawmaker from House District 51A. Sanders talk about the influence former Republican congressman Jim Ramstad had on him and also talks about his future. Rep. Tim Sanders, R-Blaine, is a first-term lawmaker from House District 51A. Sanders talk about the influence former Republican congressman Jim Ramstad had on him and also talks about his future. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-31_tims.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-31_tims.mp3 3:31 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:03:28 -0500 Rep. Jim Abeler, R-Anoka, talks about his current position on tax increases, fallout from the "Override Six" vote and where his loyalties are, and whether he'll push the tax increase button this session. Rep. Jim Abeler, R-Anoka, talks about his current position on tax increases, fallout from the "Override Six" vote and where his loyalties are, and whether he'll push the tax increase button this session. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-27_jimmy.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-27_jimmy.mp3 6:56 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:16:56 -0500 Freshman lawmaker Sen. Lisa Fobbe, DFL-Zimmerman, talks about budget concerns, dealing with voters, and a personal side to pursuing some legislative goals. Freshman lawmaker Sen. Lisa Fobbe, DFL-Zimmerman, talks about budget concerns, dealing with voters, and a personal side to pursuing some legislative goals. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-23_lisa.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-23_lisa.mp3 5:06 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:33:53 -0500 Rep. Philip Sterner, DFL-Rosemount, talks about the differences between serving as a city council member and a state representative. He also talks about politics at the Capitol and how voters might judge him. Rep. Philip Sterner, DFL-Rosemount, talks about the differences between serving as a city council member and a state representative. He also talks about politics at the Capitol and how voters might judge him. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-18_phil.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-18_phil.mp3 4:35 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:42:36 -0500 Rep. Peggy Scott, R-Andover, talks about campaigning, being a new lawmaker, taxes, legislative goals, missteps in Washington. Rep. Peggy Scott, R-Andover, talks about campaigning, being a new lawmaker, taxes, legislative goals, missteps in Washington. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-11_ps.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-11_ps.mp3 4:27 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Wed, 11 Mar 2009 11:34:36 -0500 Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Eric Magnuson speaks on the state court budget, court reforms, and his friend Gov. Tim Pawlenty. Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Eric Magnuson speaks on the state court budget, court reforms, and his friend Gov. Tim Pawlenty. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-09_magnuson.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-09_magnuson.mp3 7:48 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 09 Mar 2009 09:51:19 -0500 Rep. Mike Obermueller, DFL-Eagan, talks about the challenges of the session, dealing with other lawmakers, taxes, and a notable former representative from District 38B. Rep. Mike Obermueller, DFL-Eagan, talks about the challenges of the session, dealing with other lawmakers, taxes, and a notable former representative from District 38B. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-04_mo.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-04_mo.mp3 5:24 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:45:42 -0600 Rep. Mary Kiffmeyer, R-Big Lake, talks about problems she sees in the U.S. Senate recount and contest. Kiffmeyer, former Secretary of State, opined about the handling of rejected absentee ballots by the State Canvassing Board. She offers other comments. Rep. Mary Kiffmeyer, R-Big Lake, talks about problems she sees in the U.S. Senate recount and contest. Kiffmeyer, former Secretary of State, opined about the handling of rejected absentee ballots by the State Canvassing Board. She offers other comments. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-02_mary.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-03-02_mary.mp3 5:08 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 02 Mar 2009 13:46:58 -0600 A booster seat bill carried by Rep. Melissa Hortman, DFL-Brooklyn Park, is presented in committee. Other items are a proposed easement purchase for northern timberland, and a lighter Capitol moment. Lawmakers speaking: Hortman and McNamara, R-Hastings. A booster seat bill carried by Rep. Melissa Hortman, DFL-Brooklyn Park, is presented in committee. Other items are a proposed easement purchase for northern timberland, and a lighter Capitol moment. Lawmakers speaking: Hortman and McNamara, R-Hastings. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-27_fridayfour.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-27_fridayfour.mp3 6:44 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 27 Feb 2009 15:33:40 -0600 Rep. Jerry Newton, DFL-Coon Rapids, a Vietnam vet, talks about his experiences in Vietnam, his outlook on the war, and how he came to volunteer to go. Rep. Jerry Newton, DFL-Coon Rapids, a Vietnam vet, talks about his experiences in Vietnam, his outlook on the war, and how he came to volunteer to go. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-23_jerryn.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-23_jerryn.mp3 3:20 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 23 Feb 2009 10:55:47 -0600 Rep. Kalin speaks on Green Jobs Task Force, while Sen. Keith Langseth opines on Senate bonding proposal. Sen. Gerlach speaks on proposed lawmaker salary cuts, while 2nd District Rep. John Kline talks about recent events in Washington. Rep. Kalin speaks on Green Jobs Task Force, while Sen. Keith Langseth opines on Senate bonding proposal. Sen. Gerlach speaks on proposed lawmaker salary cuts, while 2nd District Rep. John Kline talks about recent events in Washington. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-20_fthree.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-20_fthree.mp3 5:09 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 20 Feb 2009 15:06:31 -0600 Rep. Tara Mack, R-Apple Valley, speaks on the challenges of being a new lawmaker, how she sees herself, taxes and remembering that decisions have human consequences. Rep. Tara Mack, R-Apple Valley, speaks on the challenges of being a new lawmaker, how she sees herself, taxes and remembering that decisions have human consequences. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-16_taram.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-16_taram.mp3 4:13 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 16 Feb 2009 19:07:11 -0600 Lawmakers discuss proposed medical marijuana bill, emissions standards bill, and former offender talks about the hardships of trying to restart her life. Lawmakers featured senators Koering, Johnson, Carlson. and Rep. Hortman. Lawmakers discuss proposed medical marijuana bill, emissions standards bill, and former offender talks about the hardships of trying to restart her life. Lawmakers featured senators Koering, Johnson, Carlson. and Rep. Hortman. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-13_febtwo.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-13_febtwo.mp3 5:26 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:54:23 -0600 Rep. Gail Kulick Jackson, DFL-Milaca, talks about life as a new lawmaker, surprises, and hopes for the future. Rep. Gail Kulick Jackson, DFL-Milaca, talks about life as a new lawmaker, surprises, and hopes for the future. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-09_jackson.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-09_jackson.mp3 3:26 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 09 Feb 2009 14:34:07 -0600 Lawmakers discuss Q Comp, Gov. Tim Pawlenty's education reform program, talk about a new education bill and also higher education funding. Lawmakers featured — Greiling, Fobbe, Garofalo, Latz, Koering. Others, Commissioner Seagren, U President Bruininks. Lawmakers discuss Q Comp, Gov. Tim Pawlenty's education reform program, talk about a new education bill and also higher education funding. Lawmakers featured — Greiling, Fobbe, Garofalo, Latz, Koering. Others, Commissioner Seagren, U President Bruininks. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-06_feb2.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-06_feb2.mp3 5:20 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Fri, 06 Feb 2009 15:23:59 -0600 Gov. Tim Pawlenty speaks on state budget. Lawmakers comment. Congressman Oberstar on stimulus package, lawmaker comment. Congressman Oberstar on stimulus bill. Lawmaker comment. Gov. Tim Pawlenty speaks on state budget. Lawmakers comment. Congressman Oberstar on stimulus package, lawmaker comment. Congressman Oberstar on stimulus bill. Lawmaker comment. http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-02_w3.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-02-02_w3.mp3 8:02 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Mon, 02 Feb 2009 09:40:25 -0600 Palenty speaks on budget Palenty speaks on budget http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-01-24_pawlenty.mp3 http://www.hometownsource.com/podcasts/capitol_comments/?p=episode&name=2009-01-24_pawlenty.mp3 5:41 tim.budig@ecm-inc.com (Tim Budig) Tim Budig no Sat, 24 Jan 2009 15:31:57 -0600