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DFL GUBERNATORIAL CANDIDATES, UPDATED ANALYSIS
Blogger April Knight givers her latest rundown of the DFL candidates for Governor.
Source: aprilknight.blogspot.com
Rukavina only DFLer to take Beltrami County delegates
Tom Rukavina had a great showing at the Beltrami County DFL Convention.
Source: www.bemidjipioneer.com
A Democrat for governor? Parade of governor hopefuls woo Beltrami DFLers
Tom Rukavina stopped by the Beltrami County DFL Convention to urge delegates to support his bid for Governor.
Source: www.bemidjipioneer.com
A delegate to the SD66 Convention talks about his growing support for Tom.
Source: centrisity.blogspot.com
41 Seconds With Tom Rukavina–DFL Candidate For Governor
Rep. Tom Rukavina gives his “elevator speech” to Johnny Northside (VIDEO)
Source: adventuresofjohnnynorthside.blogspot.com
Bruininks appeals legislature for lighter cuts
“You make the cuts. I’m done cutting,” Rukavina told the Republicans on the committee. “You cut what you want to cut.”
Source: www.mndaily.com
Rep. Tom Rukavina discusses his vision for Minnesota’s well being
Tom Rukavina, “That’s how we’re going to keep them (big business) here and get new ones to come, with an educated workforce.
Source: www.youtube.com
Pawlenty’s newest budget proposal has Iron Range lawmakers upset
“Quite frankly it’s another shot at the Iron Range by a Governor who hasn’t treated Northeastern Minnesota very well at all,” said Representative Tom Rukavina, DFL – Virginia.
Source: www.northlandsnewscenter.com
Pawlenty plan panned by legislators
Rukavina said the cuts will force higher tuition prices, a trend under Pawlenty.
Source: www.timberjay.com
House bonding bill debate flares again
Rukavina, pointing to the beautiful State Capitol building, said in today’s dollars the Capitol would have cost about $860 million for a single building. Still, Gov. Tim Pawlenty, in his bonding bill, only bonded $685 million for the entire state, said Rukavina.
Source: www.hometownsource.com
Gubernatorial candidate forum on radio KFAI
He’s running for governor because he really loves this state and he hates seeing what has happened to it in the last ten to twelve years.
Source: aprilknight.blogspot.com
Rukavina gets another “working hard for the organized worker” feather in his cap
Tom is the candidate that has always been the champion of working families’ and labor’s issues at the Minnesota State Capitol. Because of his efforts on our behalf, and on behalf of all working families in Minnesota, the CWA Minnesota State Council knows he will make a great governor for all the people of Minnesota.
Source: mnprogressiveproject.com
Who will our new governor be?
Rukavina’s talent for making people laugh is a great start for bringing hope to Minnesota.
Source: aprilknight.blogspot.com
Rukavina may be the key, all right
Tom Rukavina is going to be very important in the race, even if he doesn’t get the endorsement, probably either as a lieutenant governor candidate or as a campaigner for the ticket.
Source: thecuckingstool.blogspot.com
Minnesota governor hopefuls turn eyes to delegates
The straw ballot doesn’t mean anything,” state Rep. Tom Rukavina said after a surprisingly strong fourth-place finish in the DFL race. “It’s all about delegates now.”
Source: www.twincities.com
Outlook bleak for state-funded college financial aid
State Rep. Tom Rukavina, DFL-Virginia, said lawmakers should find more money for student financial aid. Rukavina chairs a house committee that oversees higher education funding.
Source: minnesota.publicradio.org
MN Moderate to Liberal Political Roundtable
Tom Rukvina earns endorsement from communication workers of America’s Minnesota State council.
Source: hollycairns.com
Tom Rukavina is the best choice for MN Governor because he has the courage and conviction to get it done.
Source: www.mncampaignreport.com
DFL gubernatorial candidate Tom Rukavina this evening was endorsed by the union for Minnesota media and other communications workers.
Source: politicsinminnesota.com
First 2010 Major Party Gubernatorial Debate, January 27, 2010
April Knight: I’ve heard him before. He knows what he’s talking about.
Source: aprilknight.blogspot.com
Rukavina continues to overachieve with new campaign video
It’s the first television ad from any gubernatorial candidate, and it really sets a high bar.
Source: politicsinminnesota.com
MN Should we serve Cereal on that Green Wellstone Bus?
Rukavina talking about a stable budget based on fair taxes, the best education possible, jobs for our people, environmental protection, and affordable health care for all.
Source: hollycairns.com
MN Candidate for Governor: Tom Rukavina
Bold, smart, and already moving to get us those jobs. Rukavina knows many Minnesotans are struggling.
Source: hollycairns.com
Rukavina Earns Endorsement From Communication Workers of America’s Minnesota State Council.
One of Minnesota’s largest and most active labor unions has endorsed DFL candidate Tom Rukavina for Governor.
Source: rukavinaforgovernor.com
Poll: Who Will You Caucus For / Who Should I Caucus For?
Tom Rukavina shows strongest numbers in two recent polls.
Source: mnpublius.com
Tom Rukavina wins the award for the best press release in the race for governor thus far.
Source: www.tpt.org
Major Parties Gubernatorial Debate Recap
Gubernatorial candidates differentiate themselves from each other at first bipartisan debate of long election season.
Source: news-council.org
Rukavina brings humor to the race
The Virginia Democrat produced “cereal” boxes comparing him to Rpublican Gov. Tim Pawlenty.
Source: www.areavoices.com
RENEW MN Campaign, 3rd & Final Set of Interviews
Rukavina declared that he has lived our vision throughout his entire political career at the Capital.
Source: www.mncampaignreport.com
Watch Tom Rukavina.
Source: video.aol.co.uk
Tom Rukavina is no stranger to Minnesota politics.
Source: www.mndaily.com
Rep. Tom Rukavina this morning ripped a plan to establish Minnesota’s largest state park along Lake Vermilion, calling it “fool’s gold.”
Source: www.areavoices.com
Representative Tom Rukavina accepts the MSCSA State Rep. of the year Award
Video footage of State Rep. Tom Rukavina at MSCSA Awards.
Source: www.youtube.com
MSCSA Vice President Travis Johnson presents State Rep. Tom Rukavina with the MSCSA State Representative of the Year Award.
Source: mscsa.org
Representative Tom Rukavina accepts the MSCSA State Rep. of the year Award
Video footage of State Rep. Tom Rukavina at MSCSA Awards.
Source: www.bemidjipioneer.com
Minnesota candidate Tom Rukavina
Rep. Tom Rukavina discusses his background, his campaign and his renlentless fight for the little guy.
Source: radiofreenation.mypodcast.com
Governor deletes Bemidji from bonding bill
The Bemidji area batted zero with Gov. Tim Pawlenty in is 2010 public works bonding bill released Friday.
Source: www.bemidjipioneer.com
Rukavina skeptical about Vermilion park’s future
“How are you going to fund any amenities there when there are lots of other parks that have been neglected in the state by the Pawlenty administration,” Rukavina said.br>
Source: politicsinminnesota.com
Tom Rukavina’s remarks at Drinking Liberally
Tom Rukavina was warmly received January 7th at Drinking Liberally on a cold and treacherous night for driving. Here are some of his remarks:
Source: thecuckingstool.blogspot.com
DFL State Rep. Tom Rukavina, “I don’t have a million dollars, but if I have a million of you supporting me, that is all I need.
Source: centrisity.blogspot.com
First Annual April Knight DFL Candidate Awards
Tom Rukavina: Most Likely to Succeed.
Source: minnesotaindependent.com
Rukavina, released the numbers to argue that he is competitive in the field of 11 Democrats.
Source: www.startribune.com
Rukavina says he raised $135,000 in 2009
Rukavina, a state representative, is 1 of 11 Democrats running in the wide-open race.
Source: www.wxow.com
Rukavina releases campaign fundraising numbers
Rukavina for Governor Campaign announces better than expected 2009 numbers.
Source: minnesota.publicradio.org
Rukavina raised $135,000 in ‘09
Rukavina added, “I’m not the powerful House speaker or the Tax Committee chair, but I’m a powerful little candidate with a refreshingly honest approach with people.” he said. “That’s why I’m going to win.”
Source: blogs.twincities.com
Tom Rukavina Stands Solid in the MN 2010 Governor’s Race
Rukavina added, “We have just geared up our fundraising and we expect January to be our biggest month. We’ll have the resources to be very competitive at the DFL convention.”
Source: hollycairns.com
First out of the gate; Rukavina announces ’09 money totals
State Rep. Tom Rukavina is announcing this morning that he raised more than $135,000 in 2009 from over 1,100 donors, and has more than $60,000 cash on hand.
Source: mncampaignreport.com
Iron Ranger to visit Minneapolis nightclub!
Tom is always a crowd favorite at DFL functions, popular for his wit and his candor.
Source: thecuckingstool.blogspot.com
Rukavina offers suggestion to Obama on job creation.
Source: www.virginiamn.com
Rukavina crows over 1,133 donors
DFL State Rep. Tom Rukavina has taken in more than $135,000 from 1,133 donors.
Source: minnesotaindependent.com
Mesabi’s Wind Energy Tech program gets equipment
Mesabi’s Wind Energy Tech program gets equipment
Source: http://hometownfocus.us
Meet gubernatorial candidate Tom Rukavina
Minneapolis Young Democrat Examiner Sarah Friedman discusses Rep. Rukavina’s history and his current run for Governor.
Source: www.examiner.com
DFL winning strategy for governor
Candidate Rundown.
Source: www.mnprogressiveproject.com
DFL Gubernatorial Candidate Debate December 7, 2009
Recap of debate at Macalester college.
Source: aprilknight.blogspot.com
Latino Caucus
Rep. Tom Rukavina, DFL-Virginia, told the audience that a good education makes us invent new and better things.
Source: aprilknight.blogspot.com
Tom Rukavina: More Bad Budget News from Pawlenty
Rep. Tom Rukavina, DFL-Virginia, responds to Tim Pawlenty’s latest budget mess.
House task force looks for additional ways to stimulate employment
Rep. Tom Rukavina, DFL-Virginia, said that sources of money that have historically been considered off-limits for purposes of economic development should be tapped for job creation now.
Source: politicsinminnesota.com
Rukavina receives fourth endorsement
Local 159 of the United Steelworkers union has endorsed Minnesota Rep. Tom Rukavina for governor, according to the union’s political director, Rob Ecklund.
Source: www.ifallsdailyjournal.com
Debate begins on new debt service guidelines
Rep. Tom Rukavina DFL-Virginia, argued that a significant bonding bill was necessary to help put Minnesotans back to work, and added that he thinks the Legislature, not MMB, should control the debt service guidelines.
Source: www.reviewmessenger.com
DFL gubernatorial candidates differ on sales tax expansion
Rep. Tom Rukavina of Virginia, said he is firmly against a sales tax on clothing. “Clothing is a necessity. Go stand in Embarrass, Minnesota, when it’s 40 below zero and tell me it’s not a necessity.” Rukavina said, “You’ll freeze to death.” Rukavina said he might consider expanding the sales tax to some goods or services that are primarily purchased by wealthy Minnesotans, but didn’t offer specifics.
Source: http://minnesota.publicradio.org
Lawmakers wonder how to create new jobs with no cash
Representative Tom Rukavina, DFL-Virginia, said that while other programs would be nice because they could help a wide variety of unemployed Minnesotains, economic problems mean the emphasis must be placed on a public works funding bill.
Source: www.wctrib.com
House Jobs Task Force heads toward finish line with all-day hearing
Rep. Tom Rukavina says he would like to see a $1.5 billion bonding bill for purposes of putting more Minnesotans back to work more quickly.
Source: www.politicsinminnesota.com
House back legal challenge to Pawlenty’s unallotments
Rep. Tom Rukavina says he is bracing for more unallotments from the governor.
Source: www.timberjay.com
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Representative Tom Rukavina attends 68th annual Minnesota Farmers Union Sate Convention
Source: www.hoffmanmn.blogspot.com
Rukavina: Pawlenty usurped Legislature’s power in ‘unconstitional’ unallotment
Representative Tom Rukavina responds to Pawlenty’s actions cutting state budget by $2.7 billion.
Source: www.minnesotaindependent.com
Rukavina stumps in Detroit Lakes, hits college costs hard
Rep. Rukavina meets with students and faculty at the college in Detroit Lakes to talk about the impact of Pawlenty’s huge cuts to funding
Source: www.dl-online.com
Local steelworkers like Rukavina
Rep. Rukavina receives the endorsement of USW Local 2660.
Source: www.startribune.com
Rep. Tom RukavinaLetter from Tom: Google ignores Greater Minnesota
Rep. Rukavina defends rural Minnesotans’ right to access new technology.
Source: www.dglobe.com
Unions aren’t united in Minn. governor’s race
Rep. Rukavina talks about his work for unions and workers everywhere and the nature of union endorsements in such a crowded field.
Source: www.startribune.com
Study Seeks to Find Link Between Mesothelioma and Taconite Mining
Important health study that Rep. Rukavina has been a leading advocate for finally gets underway.
Source: www.asbestos.net
What makes them run: Rukavina’s mantra is education and jobs
Source: politicsinminnesota.com
WCCO Interview: Tom Rukavina Discusses Bid For Gov.
Source: WCCO.com
Tom fighting for U.S. jobsTom Rukavina Tells The WSJ Where To Shove It
Source: MNPublius.com
Rukavina all in on governor’s race
Source:Timberjay.com
Rukavina brings populist message to governor’s race
Source: TCDailyPlanet.net
Tom Rukavina Legislative Press Releases
Rukavina responds to Governor’s line-item vetoes of Mesabi CTC, education projects in bonding bill
House Budget Framework is a Fair and Honest Solution
House Budget Framework is a Fair and Honest Solution
HOUSE PASSES HIGHER EDUCATION BILL, HOLDS DOWN COLLEGE TUITION
House Sends Higher Education Bill to Governor
Rukavina responds to Governor’s line-item veto of health care bill
Don’t Need to Reinvent the Wheel to Create New Jobs
Bold Plan to Create Jobs Can Turn Economy Around, We’ve Done it Before
