Over the decades, MPR has presented the many different perspectives of Minnesota politics and politicians. This collection is home to a multitude speeches, interviews and debates on the issues of the day. Important topics of civil rights, environment, crime, budget, legislation, and campaigns are addressed.
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March 7, 1981 - In public and with his friends Coleman was renowned for his great with and temper. But there was another side to Coleman...a wistful side. It was learned a few weeks ago that Coleman, a democrat, and senator Jim Ulland of Duluth, a republican, played a game for years...Coleman was a leader in Queen Victoria's regiment in the late 1800s; Ulland was a young lieutenant learning the ropes. Despite the political clashes over taxes, the stadium, the economy and other controversial issues at the Minnesota legislature - the two senators imagined themselves in another time.
March 17, 1981 - Report about welfare.
March 18, 1981 - Report about state and federal budget cuts.
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March 21, 1981 - 5th district democrat Rep. Martin Sabo and and 3rd district republican Rep. Bill Frenzel with moderator Bob Potter along with listener participation. They discuss the budget, foreign policy, and other issues.
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