The Sunday Take

Samuels to challenge Omar for 3rd congressional district seat

With election day fast approaching, Blois digs into some of the more intriguing races for seats and issues during this non-Presidential cycle.  Plus, MN Congresswoman Angie Craig talks about President Biden's recent visit to the state, the debate over the Mexican border, and the problems with the USPS.

This week, Blois dives into the media coverage of upcoming political races.  The following guests provide the insight:

• Pioneer Press government and St. Paul City Hall reporter Frederick Melo goes in-depth on the local races in the capital, including what could be quite a bit of turnover on the city council.
• Wall Street Journal political reporter John McCormick gives us a better vision of the Presidential race, including what he expects to see from MN Congressman Dean Phillips.

Blois Olson takes us through another chaotic week of politics.  That includes news on Rep. Dean Phillips' political future and Rep. Pete Stauber's reasoning on his votes for a new Speaker of the House.

Blois takes on both sides of the political isle this week, as he looks ahead to 2024 with the following guests:

• DNC Executive Committee member Ron Harris explains why he's deciding to challenge Dean Phillips for Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District seat.
• MN Republican Party Chairman David Hann gives his views on potential candidates for the 2024 elections and what's happening inside their political conference.

Blois takes the show to the Northland this week and talks to Duluth Mayoral Candidate Roger Reinert and Duluth Mayor Emily Larson, along with his weekly "take". 

Well, the government shutdown has been averted...at least for 45 days. Blois chats with Rep. Betty McCollum to discuss the deal plus Punchbowl News' Mica Soellner about the state of the government.

During this week's edition of the show, Blois heads back to the classroom to bring up the role of parents in the world of local education.  Minnesota Parents Alliance executive director Christine Trooien and School Board Integrity Project founder Kyrstin Schuette present their perspectives on this issue.

On this week's episode, Blois digs into an industry he's quite familiar with.  Our host looks at local and national media cover politics and political leaders.  He invites TPT reporter Mary Lahammer and former White House Press Secretary Ari Fleischer to join in on the discussion.

On this week's episode, Blois dives into the growing controversy over the new state law restricting School Resource Officers (or any other school employee) from using prone restraints against students.

Our host looks at both sides of the argument with guests Josh Crosson from EdAllies (in favor of the law) and Dave Titus from the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association (not in favor of the language of the new law).