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President Barack Obama rallies students to elect Democratic candidates in the upcoming elections Saturday in the Field House. The event marked the first public event by a sitting president in nearly a century. The three-hour visit was part of a national tour meant to build support for Democrats in November.

Obama rallies his base at U

by Conor Shine
Published October 23, 2010
Obama was on campus to support DFL gubernatorial candidate Mark Dayton.
Anti-war protesters, John Mason, right, and Henrie, who refused to give his last name, protest at the Obama rally along University Ave SE.

Protesters come out for Obama’s visit

by Kyle Potter
Published October 23, 2010
Both the College Republicans and the Anti-War Committee protested at the president's rally.

Klobuchar, panel address changing face of harassment online

by Cali Owings
Published October 22, 2010
New technologies provide more opportunities for online aggressors.
State representative Phyllis Kahn of district 59b puts together a plate of French food during a fundraiser for her campaign Friday evening at a supporter’s house.

Taking on Kahn: Opponents realize odds are slim

by James Nord
Published October 21, 2010
Independence Party candidate Ron Lischeid first took on Kahn in 2004, garnering about 6 percent of votes. In 2008, Lischeid received about 8 percent.
Paul Smith, who will be arguing this fall before the Supreme Court, speaks about the regulation of violent video games on Monday night at Cowles Auditorium on the West Bank.

SCOTUS to weigh violent video games

by Frank
Published October 19, 2010
Paul Smith, who will argue the case, spoke Monday at the University.

$80M relief bill passes during special session

by James Nord
Published October 19, 2010
The relief will go toward rebuilding communities struck by tornadoes and flooding.
Gubernatorial candidates Mark Dayton, Tom Emmer and Tom Horner debate on October 16 at the McNamara Alumni Center.

Gubernatorial candidates spar on campus

by James Nord
Published October 18, 2010
The debate took place Friday at McNamara Alumni Center.

Obama to hold Sat. rally on Northrop

by James Nord
Published October 18, 2010
The rally is in support of DFL gubernatorial nominee Mark Dayton.
Gubernatorial candidates Mark Dayton, Tom Emmer and Tom Horner debate on October 16 at the McNamara Alumni Center.

Candidates spar at University debate

by James Nord
Published October 15, 2010
Higher education and the state's budget deficit dominated the event.

Confirmed: Obama to speak on Northrop Mall

by James Nord
Published October 15, 2010
President Obama will rally for Mark Dayton at 1 p.m.

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