Politics Friday

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Politics Friday
MPR News

On Fridays, MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst discusses Minnesota politics — the latest from the legislature, election news and more. Join us Fridays at noon for interviews with lawmakers, candidates and political experts, including the MPR News politics reporting team.

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Politics Friday: Slow so far, a big phase of Minnesota's marijuana market launch nears
MPR News politics editor and his guests talk about upcoming developments in the Minnesota legal marijuana marketplace. And key lawmakers update talks on a new state budget.
Politics Friday: Washington is top of mind for a pair of Minnesota's top leaders
MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst interviews U.S. Senate candidate Peggy Flanagan about her bid for higher office. Then a discussion about the way immigration changes are playing out. 
Politics Friday: Affordable housing is a bipartisan focus, but what can lawmakers get done?
MPR politics editor Brian Bakst talks with Minnesota officials about steps being taken to address a shortage of low-to-moderate cost housing. Later, a check-in on the Minneapolis mayoral race.
Politics Friday: Budget begins to take shape as leaders huddle
MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with the top budget adviser to the governor: Erin Campbell, commissioner of Minnesota Management and Budget. Then, a conversation with the new DFL Party Chair Richard Carlbom.
Politics Friday: The Legislature gears up for the big budget push. How will it go?
MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with two Minnesota House leaders for a special broadcast of Politics Friday from the UBS Forum in St. Paul. Then, two political analysts talk about the dynamics in St. Paul and Washington.
Politics Friday: What will Minnesota lawmakers do to fight fraud?
MPR News politics editor talks with two lawmakers about their efforts to fight fraud. Plus, a conversation with the newest U.S. Senate candidate Melisa López Franzen.
Politics Friday: Minnesota’s paid leave law remains a flashpoint as launch nears
MPR News senior politics editor Brian Bakst talks with two Minnesota lawmakers about the state’s new paid leave program — scheduled to start in January of next year — and the legislation that could possibly delay or change eligibility.
Politics Friday: Moves in Washington hover over state budget outlook
MPR News senior politics editor Brian Bakst talked to Sen. Mark Johnson about the state’s budget situation. Plus, a conversation with the dean of Minnesota’s congressional delegation, U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum.