Tag: campaign
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The ‘bitter’ Calif. primary fight between an 81-year-old and a 40-year-old
Doris Matsui, a Democrat who represents California’s 7th Congressional District, is being challenged in the Democratic primary by Sacramento City Councilmember Mai Vang. (AP/Mai Vang campaign) … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/bitter-calif-primary-fight-between-120000904.html
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Kaohly Her becomes first woman, Asian American to be St. Paul’s mayor
Kaohly Her, a former state representative, who after a short campaign defeated a well-known incumbent in an upset last fall, took the oath of office Friday to become the first woman and Asian American … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/society-culture-and-history/social-issues/kaohly-her-becomes-first-woman-asian-american-to-be-st-paul-s-mayor/ar-AA1Tt8b2
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Some Northern California Mien refugees grapple with renewed fears of statelessness
The North State’s Mien population took root as families sought escape from an American bombing campaign during the Laotian Civil War. Now, 40 years after resettling, some are at risk of being forcibly … Full story: https://shastascout.org/some-northern-california-mien-refugees-grapple-with-renewed-fears-of-statelessness/
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St. Paul Public Schools spent $125,000 on campaign for referendum vote
To convince St. Paul voters to approve the $1,073-per-student tax levy, the St. Paul Public School District hired a consultant known for promoting public education and public health organizations, … Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2025/12/24/st-paul-public-schools-spent-125000-on-campaign-for-referendum-vote/
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How Melvin Carter lost the St. Paul mayoral election
In the summer, a special election for a City Council seat sucked up much of St. Paulâs political oxygen, with Carter backing Molly Coleman, the daughter of former Mayor Chris Coleman, the eventual … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=692b2c6fa8d7439896a84296a826e023&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.startribune.com%2fst-paul-mayor-melvin-carter-campaign-fail%2f601520402&c=10090159232259531281&mkt=en-us
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History in St. Paul: Kaohly Her ousts Carter, becomes cityâs first Hmong woman mayor â who is she?
Kaohly Her has made history as the first woman and person of Hmong descent elected mayor of St. Paul. A former state House member, Her’s campaign focused on economic development, housing, and public … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/history-in-st-paul-kaohly-her-ousts-carter-becomes-city-s-first-hmong-woman-mayor-who-is-she/ar-AA1PVsVe
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âClear the Sheltersâ campaign leads to an empty shelter in Neenah
Officials with a shelter in Neenah say they are proudly empty following the success of a month-long âClear the Sheltersâ campaign. On Saturday, J&R … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=68b4775e5f2548e58f7cc2fc8fbe754a&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.wearegreenbay.com%2fnews%2flocal-news%2fclear-the-shelters-campaign-leads-to-an-empty-shelter-in-neenah%2f&c=2778881084811153047&mkt=en-us
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As deportations of southeast Asians ramp up, community organizes response
President Donald Trumpâs campaign to deport immigrants en masse has reached the southeast Asian community in East St. Paul and beyond. More than 150 southeast Asians have been deported from Minnesota … Full story: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/08/18/deportations-southeast-asians-community-response/
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âI wish I could turn back timeâ: Hmong father among four Minnesotans facing deportation to Laos this week
Four Hmong Minnesotans arrested in June as part of a ramped up campaign of deportations are headed to Laos, a country where they have few ties. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/hmong-minnesotans-deported-laos/
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Xp Lee announces campaign for House District 34B
Former Brooklyn Park City Council Member Xp Lee has announced his intention to run for the Minnesota House of Representatives, District 34B. The vacancy was caused by the fatal shooting … Full story: https://www.hometownsource.com/sun_post/free/xp-lee-announces-campaign-for-house-district-34b/article_a03872e4-2806-4e45-96c1-c8c93d1dd9a8.html
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MN House passes bill extending benefits to Hmong, Lao veterans
The bill will give hundreds of Minnesotans, who were recruited for a covert campaign called âThe Secret War,â to receive veteran benefits. Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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Yog tias yus siv cov kev xaiv nom no ces yuav tau xaiv (kos khaub lig rau cov thawv) ntawm ib tug nom twg yam tsawg li 12 tug, uas xub xiav thawj tug (1) uas yus nyiaj tshaj plaws ua ntej, tus ob … Full story: https://www.sbs.com.au/language/hmong/hmv/article/election-jargon-explained-the-common-words-youll-hear-as-the-campaign-heats-up/ehv2cr4ar
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Duluth mayor, girlfriend express relief after investigation’s release
Despite public concerns, an independent investigator reported finding no indications of misconduct on the part of Mayor Roger Reinert and his former campaign manager-turned-significant other. Full story: https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/local/duluth-mayor-girlfriend-express-relief-after-investigations-release
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Harris zeroes in on Asian American voters in campaignâs final stretch
Vice President Harris is zeroing in on specific communities of Asian American voters in key swing states as she looks to turn out every voter she can in what is expected to be an incredibly close … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=671d17de5b4a449384a0e34abed0b11e&url=https%3a%2f%2fthehill.com%2fhomenews%2fcampaign%2f4946826-vice-president-harris-asian-american-voters%2f&c=17455056016107143344&mkt=en-us
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Wisconsin hasnât had a Hmong lawmaker. Yee Leng Xiong looks to make history
Democrat Yee Leng Xiong looks to make history as Wisconsinâs first Hmong lawmaker as his campaign for the 85th Assembly District gears up. Full story: https://www.dailycardinal.com/article/2024/10/wisconsin-hasnt-had-a-hmong-lawmaker-yee-leng-xiong-looks-to-make-history?ct=content_open
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Second gentleman Doug Emhoff to campaign in Milwaukee, talk economy
WISCONSIN (WQOW) – Second gentleman Douglas Emhoff is expected to be in Milwaukee next week. On his Tuesday, October 1st visit, Emhoff plans to campaign for his wife and Democratic presidential … Full story: https://www.wqow.com/news/politics/second-gentleman-doug-emhoff-to-campaign-in-milwaukee-talk-economy/article_02d4d266-7ce6-11ef-bd4c-b3dace43d734.html
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If Kamala Harris is a DEI VP, is Usha Vance a DEI bride?
The Indian-American duo of Usha Vance and Kamala Harris will challenge stereotypes. Welcome to the new, improved 2024 presidential campaign. No matter how this plays out, a woman of Indian-American … Full story: https://www2.ljworld.com/opinion/2024/aug/09/opinion-if-kamala-harris-is-a-dei-vp-is-usha-vance-a-dei-bride/