Live: Primary election day in Minnesota
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"I voted for Erin Murphy, the DFL-endorsed candidate for Minnesota Governor, because she was the only candidate I saw attending a forum discussing LGBTQ rights," Nick Fuqua, 22, a non-profit employee who lives near the Univ of M. @StarTribune https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DkkA1npW0AAKwww.jpg
by Gulam Jeelani via twitter 8/14/2018 1:12:21 PM -
You can vote now. Today is primary Election Day in Minnesota and the polls are now open. Here's your guide to the c… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…by StarTribune via twitter retweeted by katiegalioto 8/14/2018 1:19:01 PM -
Happy Primary Election Day! We’re checking in at polling places around the metro. At Sioux Trail Elementary School in Burnsville, a handful of voters have been making their way in and out this morning.by Erin Golden via twitter 8/14/2018 1:31:11 PM -
"I would have voted for #KeithEllison (D-MN) for attorney general in Minnesota if he was not accused of abuse by a former girlfriend. I didn't chose anyone else in the race," says Jack , a university of Minnesota student. @StarTribune https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DkkFLNQXsAA74vi.jpg
by Gulam Jeelani via twitter 8/14/2018 1:31:21 PM -
Pretty quiet on the second floor of Open Book here in downtown Minneapolis. Voters have said this primary carries urgency they haven’t felt in past elections. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DkkFXCyVsAAsycr.jpg
by Chris Bowling via twitter 8/14/2018 1:31:52 PM -
Voter who came out of the polling place here at 8:30 said he was No. 52. He also happened to be a city council candidate, who is hoping big interest in state races will help turnout in his race.by Erin Golden via twitter 8/14/2018 1:35:59 PM
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I’ll be helping with @StarTribune ’s coverage of the primaries all day. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 1:36:24 PM -
Christine Weeks, 48, is a mom and administrator at Hamline University. She voted for Erin Murphy at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Paul. “I want someone who knows about healthcare,” she said. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DkkGm1uUYAEFP5g.jpg
by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 1:37:25 PM -
Pat and Becky Steeber, a retired couple living in St. Paul, voted for Tim Walz. “We think he has the best chance against Pawlenty,” said Becky Steeber, a former social worker. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DkkHtEsU0AAM9O5.jpg
by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 1:42:15 PM -
One voter here says he voted for Tim Pawlenty, who he liked as governor the last time around. “As a governor, in a liberal state, he’ll be able to balance the budget and he’s going to curb fraud and abuse,” said Brian Johnson, 55, who works in health care finance.by Erin Golden via twitter 8/14/2018 1:42:46 PM
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Software engineer Joe Taylor, 33, said he voted for Jeff Johnson in the GOP governor primary. “T. Paw was not my guy last time,” he said. Prefers Johnson, who he said is more conservative, especially on health care, but worries Pawlenty may have the edge today.by Erin Golden via twitter 8/14/2018 1:50:19 PM
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Nurse Sharon Wanvig, 63, pocked Erin Murphy in the DFL governor primary. She said she listened to the candidates debate on MPR and liked Murphy’s positions on health care, the environment and gun control.by Erin Golden via twitter 8/14/2018 1:51:31 PM
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Tegan Lecheler, a 19-yr-old U of M student says she voted for Erin Murphy (D) for #mngov and Ilhan Omar (D) for MN-5th district because she thinks both of them would work for "people of all identities" to make #Minnesota best place for everyone. #MinnesotaPrimary https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DkkJ2ORXsAIwOg3.jpg
by Gulam Jeelani via twitter 8/14/2018 1:51:41 PM -
Follow along today. I'll be reporting later today and this evening from polling places in St. Paul and from the Murphy and Walz watch parties.by Stephen Montemayor via twitter 8/14/2018 1:54:48 PM -
Steady stream of voters at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church in Apple Valley. Retired teacher Bill Bond, 72, says he voted for Tim Walz in DFL governor primary. Said he wanted a candidate who isn’t doing negative ads and who can work together with others.by Erin Golden via twitter 8/14/2018 2:09:28 PM
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Almost 300 locals have cast their ballots at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Paul in the two hours since the polls opened.by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 2:09:29 PM
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This isn’t 5-year-old Helene Schirg’s first time voting — her mom Katharina, 41, takes her most years. Schirg said she campaigned for Erin Murphy because “she’s by far the most qualified candidate,” highlighting her stance on healthcare. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DkkO4goVsAA4LxR.jpg
by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 2:13:39 PM -
Also in Apple Valley, psychologist Arlow Andersen, 70, voted for Tim Walz for governor and Richard Painter for U.S. Senate. He says he wasn’t impressed by Sen. Tina Smith’s ads and believes Painters opposition to Trump and his party swap from GOP to DFL is “courageous.”by Erin Golden via twitter 8/14/2018 2:17:48 PM
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Piano teacher Mary Friend, 62, was voter No. 76 at her polling place in Apple Valley around 9:20. “I expected it to be busier!” she said. She voted Walz for governor and Tina Smith for Senate. She said she picked Walz in part because of his experience.by Erin Golden via twitter 8/14/2018 2:26:48 PM
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13 people have cast their votes between 7 am and 9 am at the Grace University Lutheran Church by the U of M in #Minneapolis . There are 2108 eligible and 1610 registered voters at this polling place, according to head judge Jeff Reynolds #MinnesotaPrimary https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DkkULvoX4AIiiw3.jpg
by Gulam Jeelani via twitter 8/14/2018 2:37:00 PM -
Former Sen. Al Franken “should have never been thrown out,” said Francie Anthony, 69, who walked to the polls in St. Paul from her house across the street. She voted for Richard Painter because “he’s one of the few people who really stood up against the guy in the White House.”by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 2:40:45 PM
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Sharon Mallery gets emotional talking about how bad she feels the country’s gotten. But the 64-year-old said the Democrats on this primary’s ballot gave her hope. “I saw new blood. I saw more people who have heart for a fight. And that’s what we need — someone to fight for us.”by Chris Bowling via twitter 8/14/2018 2:42:02 PM
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Peter Jacobson, 66, said when in doubt he always looks to female and Irish candidates. Voting for Erin Murphy was “the best of both worlds,” he said.by Chris Bowling via twitter 8/14/2018 2:48:21 PM
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Jake Meyer, 25, calls himself a young progressive. He voted for Erin Murphy because he thinks she’ll be the best at turning out voters in November. “And she’s about politics of joy, not a politics of hate,” he said in reference to her stance on healthcare and immigration issues. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DkkYZbtUcAIV28z.jpg
by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 2:55:08 PM -
"I would have voted for #KeithEllison (D-MN) for attorney general in Minnesota if he was not accused of abuse by a… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…by Gulam Jeelani via twitter retweeted by mukhtaryare 8/14/2018 3:20:03 PM
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You can vote now. Today is primary Election Day in Minnesota and the polls are now open. Here's your guide to the c… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…by StarTribune via twitter retweeted by kellystrib 8/14/2018 4:00:08 PM
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These are your choices: Who's on the ballot today for Minnesota's major offices. strib.mn/2Ldqw4T https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DkklPjUXoAEcHTi.jpg
by StarTribune via twitter retweeted by katiegalioto 8/14/2018 4:10:11 PM -
Primary election day is underway in Minnesota, and higher-than-average turnout is predicted. strib.mn/2Mm7opE https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dkkt1aHX4AAzwRv.jpg
by StarTribune via twitter retweeted by smontemayor 8/14/2018 4:42:17 PM -
At this point in the day, about 400 people have stopped by Pax Christi Catholic Community in Eden Prairie, the polling place for two precincts, according to election judges.by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 4:42:29 PM
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Retired business owner Robert Kennedy, 82, of Eden Prairie, said he voted for GOP gubernatorial candidate Jeff Johnson, though he liked Tim Pawlenty too. “I felt that Johnson was more conservative,” he said. “I like what he stands for.”by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 4:47:59 PM
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Our updates from primary polls across the state from this morning, via @golden_erin .by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 4:51:59 PM
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Happy primary day, Minnesota! In case you forgot, it is 2018: https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dkk2ONXXsAEecJN.jpg
by Miguel Otárola via twitter 8/14/2018 5:05:24 PM -
Troy Parish, 37, is a merchandising planner with two young daughters. His vote for attorney general was driven by candidates’ positions on gun control. “I don’t really personally like Keith Ellison, but none of the other candidates really take a stance on assault weapons bans.” https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dkk5r7iVAAEY06b.jpg
by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 5:20:37 PM -
Primary election day opens in Minnesota with high turnout, interest. strib.mn/2Mm7opEby Mukhtar M. Ibrahim via twitter 8/14/2018 5:27:16 PM -
Darrell Hauge, 55, who is into sales work voted at Grace Evengilical Free Church in Fridley. He said he chose Jamal Abdi Abdulahi (D) for the 5th Congressional district because he was happy with Ilhan Omar to continue as Minnesota State Representative. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DklD4clXcAA7U30.jpg
by Gulam Jeelani via twitter 8/14/2018 6:05:09 PM -
For Laura Purdham, 26, a PhD student of Psychology, Matt Pelikan (D) was the second choice for Attorney General after #KeithEllison who she decided not to support after the allegations of domestic abuse. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DklHHXtX4AIiZsa.jpg
by Gulam Jeelani via twitter 8/14/2018 6:19:25 PM -
Never forget: your vote matters. Need a reminder? Take a look at this 1914 voting machine with its lever to prevent… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…by Henn. History Museum via twitter retweeted by kellystrib 8/14/2018 6:25:38 PM -
Also in Eden Prairie, Hope Kennedy, 82, said she cast her ballot for Jeff Johnson because she’s “had enough” of Gov. Mark Dayton. “We need a change,” she said. “I think Jeff Johnson can probably be it.”by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 6:28:35 PM
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It’s a big day for Commissioner Jeff Johnson, who is running for the GOP gubernatorial slot. He’s at the meeting today. (And I’ll be at his election party after the polls close.)by Miguel Otárola via twitter 8/14/2018 6:48:35 PM
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My midday stop is at Minnetonka United Methodist Church, where election judges say about 300 people have voted before 2 p.m.by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 6:57:58 PM
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Primary election update: Minneapolis officials say that as of 12:30 p.m., turnout has already surpassed primaries i… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…by StarTribune via twitter retweeted by smontemayor 8/14/2018 7:33:06 PM
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Primary election day opens in Minnesota with high turnout, interest. strib.mn/2Mm7opEby Mukhtar M. Ibrahim via twitter retweeted by jeelanikash 8/14/2018 7:40:20 PM
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Dale Snuggerud, 89, said he voted conservative down the ticket, choosing Pawlenty over Johnson in the GOP gubernatorial race because he thought the former governor did well during his time in office. “He did a lot better than the ones we’ve had for the last few years,” he said.by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 7:42:11 PM
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Talked to voters outside Woodbury Lutheran Church this afternoon. Lori Simon, 60, said she voted Tim Walz for governor because he doesn’t attack fellow DFL candidates. “It’s like eating your young,” the retired social worker said of party infighting. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dklbj8TU8AA8Pf6.jpg
by Chris Bowling via twitter 8/14/2018 7:48:40 PM -
Molly Milinkovich, a 42-year-old small business owner in Excelsior, voted for Matt Pelikan for attorney general. “What I’ve realized is it’s really important to start digging around a little bit more because the party lines don’t really mean anything.” https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DklcNfHU8AE5oEf.jpg
by Katie Galioto via twitter 8/14/2018 7:51:19 PM