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Incumbents romp in Minneapolis council contests

By Paul Demko | 11.04.09 | 12:36 pm

The introduction of instant-runoff voting (IRV) added uncertainty to city council races in Minneapolis. But when all the votes are (finally) counted, it appears likely that every incumbent who ran for re-election will prevail.

Ward Four: Trio of challengers take on political dynasty

By Paul Demko | 10.09.09 | 2:21 pm

Four years ago, Barb Johnson was the only incumbent Minneapolis city council member who didn’t attract any opponents. But this year she faces three challengers to the post her family has held since 1975.