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STAFF BLOG CAPITOL CHATTER Abeler set to challenge Franken
A moderate Minnesota Republican known for his work on health care legislation plans a U.S. Senate campaign. State Rep. Jim Abeler of Anoka Tuesday announced his intention to challenge Democratic Sen....
Posted on 6/18/13 at 11:09 AM
REPUBLIC INSIDER 2014: The intrigue, the feud and the damage done
As Tom Daschle and Harry Reid take up arms against each other over South Dakota's US Senate seat, let's all take a breath and remember two things: Brendan Johnson has not yet said that Brendan John...
Posted on 5/21/13 at 6:24 PM
NORTH DAKOTA DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS Statement from Dem-NPL legislators on failure of HB 1319
(BISMARCK, N.D.) - Following the defeat of HB 1319 46 to 46 by North Dakota Republicans on Day 80 of the 63rd Legislative Session, Dem-NPL leaders Senator Mac Schneider, D-Grand Forks, and Representat...
Posted on 5/3/13 at 9:21 AM
THE NEW FORTY Senate Bill 2326...don't drink the Kool-Aid!
It is a good thing I don't live in Bismarck. Heaven only knows how much time I would spend at the Capitol frothing at the mouth while trying to convey to legislators the idiocy of some of the things t...
Posted on 2/17/13 at 12:22 PM
UND NEWS Hoffarth re-appointed to second term on the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education
The North Dakota University System Staff Senate has re-appointed Janice Hoffarth, an administrative assistant in the University of North Dakota Department of Music, to serve as staff advisor to the ...
Posted on 1/18/13 at 5:38 PM
Health law repeal fails in Senate 
WASHINGTON – A Republican drive to repeal the year-old health care law ended in party-line defeat in the Senate on Wednesday, leaving the Supreme Court to render a final, unpredictable verdict on an issue steeped in political and constitutional controversy.
By David Espo / AP Special Correspondent , February 03, 2011
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Conrad concerned post office closures could cause ripple effect in rural areas
With the U.S. Postal Service weighing the closure of up to 2,000 post offices nationwide, Democratic Sen. Kent Conrad said he’s worried for the future of North Dakota’s rural communities.
February 02, 2011
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Hoeven named to four Senate committees
U.S. Sen. John Hoeven has been named to four key committees: Appropriations, Energy and Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Indian Affairs.
By Forum staff reports , January 28, 2011
Hoeven wants section in health act revoked
WASHINGTON – North Dakota Republican Sen. John Hoeven has signed on to legislation seeking to eliminate a provision in last year’s health care reform law that some say puts an undue burden on businesses.
By Forum staff reports , January 27, 2011
House repeals Obama’s health care law
WASHINGTON – Swiftly honoring a campaign pledge, newly empowered Republicans pushed legislation to repeal the nation’s year-old health care overhaul through the House on Wednesday night, brushing aside implacable opposition in the Senate and a veto threat from President Barack Obama.
By David Espo / AP Special Correspondent , January 20, 2011
What they said about Conrad's announcement
“He has shown an unmatched dedication to putting our country on a sound fiscal path and a commitment to meeting our nation’s energy challenges.”
– President Barack Obama
January 19, 2011
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Kent Conrad timeline
Born March 12, 1948, in Bismarck, Kent Conrad was orphaned at age 5 when his parents were killed in a car accident. He and his brothers were raised by his grandparents and by an uncle and aunt. Here are some highlights of his life and career:
January 19, 2011
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Many potential candidates for Sen. Conrad's seat waiting in wings, parties say
With Sen. Kent Conrad out of the picture, perhaps the right question isn’t who will run for his seat in 2012.
“Maybe it’d be easier to figure out who isn’t going to run for it,” state Republican Party Chairman Stan Stein said, laughing.
By Mike Nowatzki , January 19, 2011
ND Sen. Conrad getting out of the game
After departures of fellow Democrats, last member of Team North Dakota to leave the fieldSen. Kent Conrad announced Tuesday he won’t seek re-election next year, becoming the last of North Dakota’s three long-serving Democrats in Congress to bid farewell to the Capitol and busting the 2012 Senate race wide open.
By Mike Nowatzki , January 19, 2011
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Kalk forms committee to look at Senate bid
North Dakota Public Service Commissioner Brian Kalk announced late Wednesday that he’s formed an exploratory committee to gauge a possible bid for the U.S. Senate.
January 13, 2011
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GOP’s Kalk exploring US Senate bid
BISMARCK – North Dakota Public Service Commissioner Brian Kalk is setting up an exploratory committee to raise money for a possible campaign against Democratic U.S. Sen. Kent Conrad in 2012.
By Associated Press , January 12, 2011
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Sen. Conrad to begin airing ad for 2012
Even though he’s not officially seeking re-election yet, North Dakota Democratic incumbent Sen. Kent Conrad plans to begin airing his first campaign ad of the 2012 Senate race next week.
January 08, 2011
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Hoeven, Berg open North Dakota offices
North Dakota Republicans Sen. John Hoeven and Rep. Rick Berg opened some of their North Dakota field offices this week.
January 07, 2011
Hoeven and Berg to be sworn in today
WASHINGTON – North Dakota Republicans John Hoeven and Rick Berg will be sworn in today on Capitol Hill with other new members of Congress.
By Forum staff reports , January 05, 2011
Conrad to be honored with Fiscy Award today
WASHINGTON – Senate Budget Committee Chairman and North Dakota Democrat Kent Conrad will be honored with a Fiscy Award for his work during the 2010 fiscal year “to promote fiscal discipline.”
By Forum staff reports , January 05, 2011
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