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Tiptoe Through the Tulips

By Jeff Fecke | 03.19.07 | 10:18 am

meThere once was a time when a flower cost the equivalent of seven years’ salary. 

In this case the flower was a tulip, which was introduced to Europe in the 16th century. Now, tulips are lovely, and…

Freedom and Justice for All: Republican Leaders Not Above the Law

By Jeff Fecke | 03.12.07 | 11:01 am

I often like to employ the use of snark in my columns.  For the uninitiated, “snark” is defined as being critical in an annoying, sarcastic or wisecracking way.  Certainly a few of my critics would agree with the “annoying”…

It’s Never Too Early to Explore a Run for the U.S. Senate

By Jeff Fecke | 02.19.07 | 5:28 pm

Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. I’d like to welcome you here today. My name is Jeffrey Fecke, I’m the acting press secretary for my daughter. I’m here to announce the formation of a committee to explore her…

Beyond the Franken Factor

By Jeff Fecke | 02.12.07 | 11:03 am

Let’s all admit it, we’re curious to see how Al Franken fares in the upcoming election.

Whether you love him or hate him, he’s going to be an unusual candidate.  Among other things, he’s called…

A Look Back at Blogging in the Capital City

By Sara Reller | 02.09.07 | 12:00 am

We are kicking off a new column thing here on MinMon and apparently I get to be first. Don’t worry — I’m sure it’ll get better as we go through the week and you get to read the rest of…