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DFL Endorsement Process Picks Favorites, Discourages Newcomers, Limits Debate

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This article was first published in the Villager‘s February 6 edition, 2019. Saint Paul STRONG is a non-partisan organization. Our mission is to improve open and representative government by encouraging and supporting open and transparent public processes, engaging and empowering resident participation and building a stronger, more inclusive Saint Paul. Anyone who has been around …

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St. Paul elections: DFL is trying to put a thumb on the scales

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This article was first published in the Star Tribune on February 2, 2019. The published version of this article and reader comments are available on the Star Tribune’s website. View on StarTribune.com Opinion editor’s note: This article was submitted by David Durenberger, Shirley Erstad, John Mannillo and the other members of the steering committee of Saint …

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Ramsey County Board plays king-maker in Sheriff interim pick, leaving taxpayers in the dark

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August 25, 2017 Dear Ramsey County Board of Commissioners: St. Paul STRONG (SPS) is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to improving representative government in St. Paul. All of the City of St. Paul is geographically within the confines of Ramsey County. Since our goal is to improve accessible and representative government by encouraging and supporting open …

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