2019 Legislative Session
You know you want to read this sexy story about legislative process reform, MinnPost
‘Mute button’ days are numbered in the House, MPR
Walz, Gazelka and Hortman sit down with KSTP, KSTP
2020
Sen. Tina Smith announced the formation of a new leadership political action committee: the Velvet Hammer PAC, which is committed to supporting and electing Democrats in Minnesota and across the country who are not afraid to stand up for progressive values, find common ground and get the job done for the American people. “I’m committed to supporting Democrats in Minnesota and across the country who want to work hard, take on big issues like lowering health care costs, and get things done for the American people,” said Sen. Smith…In Minnesota, Sen. Smith earned the nickname the “Velvet Hammer” for her ability to listen, bring people together, and get the job done for Minnesota – while never sacrificing her values. The nickname was given to her by Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak when she served as his chief of staff.” morning take
Climate Change
Climate change is more extensive and worse than once thought, Star Tribune
Congress
Washington’s new power standoff – Trump and Pelosi, Star Tribune
Economy
State ag, mining, other exports grow 6.5 percent in third quarter, MPR
Why aren’t millennials spending? They are poorer than previous generations, feds find, MPR
Farm Bill
‘Agreement in principal’ reached on new Farm Bill on Capitol Hill, KVRR
Farm-bill deal scraps new work requirements for food-stamp recipients, Star Tribune
Franken, Al
Franken takes first steps back into public arena, MPR
Hagedorn, Jim
Members of Muslim community ask for meeting with Congressman-elect Jim Hagedorn, KIMT
Trump
GM’s troubles reveal Trump’s empty-threats and all too-real mistakes, Star Tribune
Walz-Flanagan Administration
Walz, Flanagan kick off statewide tour to ‘set the tone’ for administration, Mankato Free Press
Upcoming DFL Events
- November 30, 12:00 to 1:00 PM — Stand Against Trump, SD40 DFL Treasurer John Schaefer is holding a weekly hour of protest and resistance at the corner of Brookdale Blvd. and Xerxes Avenue in Brooklyn Park. Join him if you can.
- November 30, 2:30 PM — Sen. Tina Smith, Attorney General-Elect Keith Ellison and other leaders will attend the groundbreaking for the Southwest Light Rail Project, 610 16th Ave S, Hopkins, MN
- November 30, 4:00 PM — Join Lieutenant Governor-Elect Peggy Flanagan for her One Minnesota Listening Tour stop in CD3, Smith Coffee and Cafe, 8107 Eden Prairie Rd, Eden Prairie, MN 55347
- December 2 through 10 — Chanukah
- December 4
- 7:00 to 8:30 PM — SD37 DFL Central Committee Meeting, check their Facebook pagefor this month’s location.
- 7:00 to 8:30 PM — SD40 DFL Central Committee Meeting, more information as it becomes available
- December 5 — SD33 DFL Central Committee meeting, more information as it becomes available
- December 7, 12:00 to 1:00 PM — Stand Against Trump, SD40 DFL Treasurer John Schaefer is holding a weekly hour of protest and resistance at the corner of Brookdale Blvd. and Xerxes Avenue in Brooklyn Park. Join him if you can.
- December 8 — DFL State Central Committee Meeting, more information as it becomes available.
- December 9
- 1:00 to 2:00 PM — SD40 DFL Book Club meeting, m ore information as it becomes available
- December 10
- 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD44 DFL Central Committee Meeting, Council Chambers, Minnetonka Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55435
- 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD49 DFL Central Committee Meeting, 7001 Cahill Rd, Suite 21, Edina, MN
- December 11, 7:00 to 8:30 PM — SD34 DFL Executive Committee Meeting, location TBD
- December 12
- 6:30 to 8:30 PM — SD50 DFL Central Committee Meeting, Room C102, Kennedy High School, 9701 Nicollet Ave, Bloomington, MN 55420. 6:30 to 7:00 social time. Meeting convenes at 7:00 PM.
- 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD45 DFL Central Committee Meeting, City of Crystal, 4141 Douglas Dr N, Crystal, MN 55422
- December 13, 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD48 DFL Central Committee Meeting, Glen Lake Activity Center, 14350 Excelsior Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55345.
- December 14, 12:00 to 1:00 PM — Stand Against Trump, SD40 DFL Treasurer John Schaefer is holding a weekly hour of protest and resistance at the corner of Brookdale Blvd. and Xerxes Avenue in Brooklyn Park. Join him if you can.
- December 17, 7:00 to 8:30 PM — Brooklyn Park DFL meeting, Brooklyn Park Public Library, 6500 W Broadway Ave, Brooklyn Park, MN
- December 19, 6:00 to 9:00 PM — CD3 DFL Holiday Celebration, Nelson Residence, 15440 Boulder Pointe Rd, Eden Prairie, MN 55347. Bring an appetizer, dessert or beverage to share (no red wine, please). We’ll be honoring all our DFL candidates, their families and campaign members.
- December 21, 12:00 to 1:00 PM — Stand Against Trump, SD40 DFL Treasurer John Schaefer is holding a weekly hour of protest and resistance at the corner of Brookdale Blvd. and Xerxes Avenue in Brooklyn Park. Join him if you can.
- December 25 — Christmas
- December 28, 12:00 to 1:00 PM — Stand Against Trump, SD40 DFL Treasurer John Schaefer is holding a weekly hour of protest and resistance at the corner of Brookdale Blvd. and Xerxes Avenue in Brooklyn Park. Join him if you can.
- December 31 — New Year’s Eve
- January 1 — New Year’s Day
- January 3
- First Day of Minnesota Legislative Session
- First Day of U.S. Congressional Session