Almanac: At the Capitol
Almanac at the Capitol - February 25, 2009 (02/25/09)
The week's political news headlines, the move to start school earlier in the fall is debated, and David Gillette shows how to get a low-paying job and be surrounded by critics.
Headlines (02/25/09)
Mary reviews the week at the Capitol.
School Before Labor Day? (02/25/09)
Representative Kim Norton of Rochester and Joel Carlson representing small resort owners debate the pros and cons of starting school before Labor Day.
How It Happens - Getting Elected (02/25/09)
Looking for a low-paying job with a lot of scrutiny? David's got just the thing for you.
How It Happens - Getting Elected (02/25/09)
Looking for a low-paying job with a lot of scrutiny? David's got just the thing for you.
School Before Labor Day? (02/25/09)
Representative Kim Norton of Rochester and Joel Carlson representing small resort owners debate the pros and cons of starting school before Labor Day.
The Monologue (02/20/09)
Jim Ragsdale pays homage to the bus ride.
Almanac at the Capitol - February 18, 2009 (02/18/09)
Mary talks with two new faces at the Capitol (a Republican and Democrat who were, at one time, roommates), and David Gillette shows us why the legislative library is so facinating.
Headlines (02/18/09)
Mary summarizes the week's news.
Fresh Faces (02/18/09)
Republican Jenifer Loon from Eden Prarie and DFLer Gail Kulick Jackson from Milaca talk with Mary about what it's like to be new at the Capitol.
How It Happens - Legislative Library (02/18/09)
Essayist David Gillette explains his attraction to the legislative library.
Headlines (02/18/09)
Mary summarizes the week's news.
Fresh Faces (02/18/09)
Republican Jenifer Loon from Eden Prarie and DFLer Gail Kulick Jackson from Milaca talk with Mary about what it's like to be new at the Capitol.
Almanac at the Capitol - February 11, 2009 (02/11/09)
Mary discusses tweaking the election process with Secretary of State Mark Ritchie and examines a proposal to change vehicle restraint laws for children in this episode.
Headlines (02/11/09)
News of the week from the Capitol.
Election Reform with Mark Ritchie (02/11/09)
Secretary of State Mark Ritchie joins Mary to discuss changes to the state elections process.
Car Seats Until Age Eight (02/11/09)
House members Melissa Hortman and Joyce Peppin debate a proposal that would require the use of motor vehicle restraints for everyone under the age of eight.
Headlines (02/11/09)
News of the week from the Capitol.
Election Reform with Mark Ritchie (02/11/09)
Secretary of State Mark Ritchie joins Mary to discuss changes to the state elections process.









