In a rare and wide-ranging interview with WCCO Political Analyst Blois Olson, former MN Rep. John Thompson (D) opened up about his controversies, his view of racial inequities in Minnesota politics, and the lack of resources for people in the diverse neighborhood he represented and where he still lives. Thompson was defeated in Tuesday night's primary by Liz Lee. (Warning: Contains graphic language)

In a rare and wide-ranging interview with WCCO Political Analyst Blois Olson, former MN Rep. John Thompson (D) opened up about his controversies, his view of racial inequities in Minnesota politics, and the lack of resources for people in the diverse neighborhood he represented and where he still lives. Thompson was defeated in Tuesday night's primary by Liz Lee. (Warning: Contains graphic language)

Blois welcomes in guests and contributors to talk about the week’s most pivotal and impactful current events…along with the political scene and all things relevant + newsworthy affecting our listeners’ lives.

Blois welcomes in guests and contributors to talk about the week&rsquo;s most pivotal and impactful current events&hellip;along with the political scene and all things relevant + newsworthy affecting our listeners&rsquo; lives.

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8-14-22 Sunday Take with former MN Rep. John Thompson (D)

Last week, we heard from the DFL candidate for the MN State Senate District 45 race.  This week, Blois speaks with GOP nominee Kathleen Fowke about the issues and why she believes she can the election.  Plus, our host offers his thoughts on the latest MinnPost poll.

Last week, we heard from the DFL candidate for the MN State Senate District 45 race.  This week, Blois speaks with GOP nominee Kathleen Fowke about the issues and why she believes she can the election.  Plus, our host offers his thoughts on the latest MinnPost poll.

The Seat That Could Shift the Politics of Minnesota: Part 2

While many races have gained more attention during this election cycle, perhaps the most important one to Minnesota is the campaign for the vacated seat in District 45 of the State Senate.  Blois talks DFL nominee (and former State Senator) Ann Johnson Stewart about her stances on the issues.

While many races have gained more attention during this election cycle, perhaps the most important one to Minnesota is the campaign for the vacated seat in District 45 of the State Senate.  Blois talks DFL nominee (and former State Senator) Ann Johnson Stewart about her stances on the issues.

The Seat That Could Shift the Politics of Minnesota

On the State Fair Porch, Blois looks at the past and gazes into the near future.  Along with his take on Gov. Walz visiting the Fair, he welcomes the following guests:
TPT's "Almanac" co-host and former WCCO-AM news anchor Eric Eskola give his thoughts on the Presidential election.
Cook County High School science teacher Chad Benesh discusses changes in the education system as school gets back in session.

On the State Fair Porch, Blois looks at the past and gazes into the near future.  Along with his take on Gov. Walz visiting the Fair, he welcomes the following guests:
<ul>
<li>TPT's "Almanac" co-host and former WCCO-AM news anchor Eric Eskola give his thoughts on the Presidential election.</li>
<li>Cook County High School science teacher Chad Benesh discusses changes in the education system as school gets back in session.</li>
</ul>

8-14-22 Sunday Take with former MN Rep. John Thompson (D)

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