Episode 666: Control of the Minnesota House May Come Down to a Race Decided by 15 votes - and 21 Missing Absentee Ballots

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Control of the Minnesota House May Come Down to a Race Decided by 15 votes - and 21 Missing Absentee Ballots
If you ever need proof that your vote matters, consider a Minnesota House race decided by only 15 votes. Or was it? Twenty-one absentee ballots are missing, and hanging in the balance are not only who wins the district, but who wins control of the Minnesota State House.
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Today’s Links

Articles & Resources:
Minnesota Public Radio - Tabke wins Shakopee-area legislative race after recount, House control still unknown

CBS News Minnesota - Republicans file court challenge in close state House race after officials say 21 ballots likely thrown away
Minnesota Reformer - Commentary - The missing Shakopee ballots: What happened, what should have happened and what should happen now?
Minnesota Reformer - Republican Aaron Paul contests Shakopee House election result, requests special election
Scott County District Court via Election Law Blog - NOTICE OF ELECTION CONTEST UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTE§ 209.021

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U.S. Election Assistance Commission – Register And Vote in Your State

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