DFL Gov. Tim Walz and GOP challenger Scott Jensen face only token opposition from other candidates in the leadup to November’s election after two others drop out of the race. That's just how the two parties wanted it, Professor Larry Jacobs said in this interview.
A recap of a recent visit to the Lake Region Electric Cooperative (LREC) by Associate Professor Gabe Chan and students in his Energy Transition in Rural America class.
Frank Douma, director of State and Local Policy and Outreach, talks about the need to test autonomous vehicles in all kinds of weather, including winter.
Assistant Professor Audrey Dorélien was interviewed for this story about the health impacts of hot weather, especially for people who live in urban areas that have less shade.
This commentary arguing against a full-time Minnesota State Legislature mentions a Humphrey School report that examines the influence granted to large political contributors at the Legislature, including the opportunity to shape legislation.
This story recaps an Earth Day conference organized by the West Bank Energy and Environment Collaborative (WBEEC), and quotes Humphrey School students Katie Murphy and Eric Barry.
Professor Larry Jacobs is interviewed for this story on the dynamics of Republican Party primaries across the country, where candidates often pivot to more extreme positions to attract votes.
Humphrey School student Eric Barry (MS-STEP '22) was interviewed for this story on the University's plans to convert all campus vehicles to electric power.
A recap of an event hosted by the Humphrey School’s Election Administration program, on how election officials across the country can combat misinformation about the voting process.
Coverage of Vice President Walter Mondale's memorial service, which included mention of his longtime connections to the Humphrey School as a supporter and faculty member.
In this commentary, Professor Larry Jacobs discusses why American politics are growing ever more extreme — and argues that democracy itself is under siege
Researcher Angie Fertig co-authored this commentary, referring to her recent research on poverty rates in Minnesota and urging the state to take further action to address the issue.
President Joe Biden is "walking a tightrope." Professor Larry Jacobs says in this story, when it comes to his use of executive orders to address his administration's priorities while trying to avoid Republican criticism.