From Minnesota Public Radio:
The Independence Party has played a critical role in the last three elections for governor of Minnesota. In 1998, Jesse Ventura came from nowhere to win the corner office. In 2002, Democrat-turned-Indepdendent Tim Penny attracted enough DFL voters to get Tim Pawlenty elected governor. And the same could be said for Peter Hutchinson’s 2006 bid for governor.
So it’s possible — even likely — that the IP will influence this election, too. Will it be as a spoiler? Or as a winner.
MPR’s Midday is featuring the three IP candidates for governor for Rob Hahn, John Uldrich, and Tom Horner today.
Who you are
Rob Hahn – Resident of Winona and a true outsider. I offer not just an alternative, I’m going to set forth why I’m a better alternative.
Tom Horner – I bring 30 years of business and public policy. I also bring an extensive political network and that’s what it’s going to take to win.
John Uldrich – Native Minnesotan. Business began in 1960. My specialty is creating jobs and I’ve been doing this all my corporate life.
Follow the link for the audio and transcript.