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One week left and much to do at the Capitol

MPR Poll: High approval marks for Pawlenty, but most wish he'd raise taxes on the rich

Tax-for-tax swap passes state Senate

Will the session end in gridlock?

Legislative session comes a cropper in wave of vetoes

With the possible exception of a nickel-a-gallon gas tax hike, the DFL-controlled Legislature doesn't appear to have the votes to override Gov. Pawlenty's vetoes on their major budget bills. With just days to go in the session, will DFLers stand their ground or try to compromise with the governor?

What will DFLers do in response to the governor's vetoes?

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