https://www.startribune.com/podcasts/playing-politics/ en-us ℗ & © 2020 Star Tribune Listening to the "Playing Politics" podcast from the Star Tribune and WCCO Radio is like taking a seat at the Editorial Board table and hearing an informed and opinionated weekly discussion of all things political in Minnesota and the nation. "Playing Politics" features WCCO’s Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune’s John Rash in addition to editorial writer Patricia Lopez and columnists Lori Sturdevant and D.J. Tice – award-winning journalists who bring varied perspectives to the issues of the day. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d0385eb4-0fba-11eb-9054-5f96cbbbb17b/image/PlayingPolitics_Podcast_500x500-STv1.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress https://www.startribune.com/podcasts/playing-politics/ no episodic "Playing Politics" – an opinionated weekly discussion of all things political in Minnesota and the nation – is hosted by the Star Tribune's John Rash and WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman. Star Tribune Editorial Board Listening to the "Playing Politics" podcast from the Star Tribune and WCCO Radio is like taking a seat at the Editorial Board table and hearing an informed and opinionated weekly discussion of all things political in Minnesota and the nation. "Playing Politics" features WCCO’s Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune’s John Rash in addition to editorial writer Patricia Lopez and columnists Lori Sturdevant and D.J. Tice – award-winning journalists who bring varied perspectives to the issues of the day. Listening to the "Playing Politics" podcast from the Star Tribune and WCCO Radio is like taking a seat at the Editorial Board table and hearing an informed and opinionated weekly discussion of all things political in Minnesota and the nation. "Playing Politics" features WCCO’s Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune’s John Rash in addition to editorial writer Patricia Lopez and columnists Lori Sturdevant and D.J. Tice – award-winning journalists who bring varied perspectives to the issues of the day.

]]> Terry Sauer terry.sauer@startribune.com Republicans try to take the office for the first time in decades. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 12 Oct 2022 21:26:16 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Republicans try to take the office for the first time in decades. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Republicans try to take the office for the first time in decades. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 722 Could the cartel's moves to raise oil prices decrease Democrats' midterm chances? Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 05 Oct 2022 19:51:33 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Could the cartel's moves to raise oil prices decrease Democrats' midterm chances? Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Could the cartel's moves to raise oil prices decrease Democrats' midterm chances? Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 730 The race for governor and other state offices in Minnesota is scrambled. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 28 Sep 2022 20:05:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The race for governor and other state offices in Minnesota is scrambled. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. The race for governor and other state offices in Minnesota is scrambled. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 614 The Justice Department's allegations have broad legal and political implications. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. Wed, 21 Sep 2022 20:01:10 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The Justice Department's allegations have broad legal and political implications. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. The Justice Department's allegations have broad legal and political implications. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.

]]> 821 The Fifth District representative barely beat her DFL challenger. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 10 Aug 2022 19:23:26 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The Fifth District representative barely beat her DFL challenger. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. The Fifth District representative barely beat her DFL challenger. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 804 The Republican lieutenant governor candidate put the focus on reproductive rights. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 20 Jul 2022 20:59:22 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The Republican lieutenant governor candidate put the focus on reproductive rights. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. The Republican lieutenant governor candidate put the focus on reproductive rights. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 780 Witness Cassidy Hutchinson's testimony included several revelations. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 29 Jun 2022 19:41:45 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Witness Cassidy Hutchinson's testimony included several revelations. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Witness Cassidy Hutchinson's testimony included several revelations. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 859 The House hearings have featured fellow Republicans testifying about what led to the attack on the Capitol. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. Wed, 22 Jun 2022 19:21:33 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The House hearings have featured fellow Republicans testifying about what led to the attack on the Capitol. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. The House hearings have featured fellow Republicans testifying about what led to the attack on the Capitol. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.

]]> 718 Key issues will likely include inflation and crime. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 15 Jun 2022 19:22:55 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Key issues will likely include inflation and crime. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Key issues will likely include inflation and crime. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 768 Broadcast and cable news networks - except for Fox News - will carry the primetime coverage starting Thursday night. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash. Wed, 08 Jun 2022 19:15:56 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Broadcast and cable news networks - except for Fox News - will carry the primetime coverage starting Thursday night. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash. Broadcast and cable news networks - except for Fox News - will carry the primetime coverage starting Thursday night. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash.

]]> 788 A special session would be needed to get Minnesota's share of the infrastructure bill. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Hines and the Star Tribune's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 01 Jun 2022 19:25:54 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board A special session would be needed to get Minnesota's share of the infrastructure bill. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Hines and the Star Tribune's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. A special session would be needed to get Minnesota's share of the infrastructure bill. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Hines and the Star Tribune's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 999 The GOP's pick for Minnesota governor will face new scrutiny as he heads to the general election. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. Wed, 18 May 2022 18:59:52 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The GOP's pick for Minnesota governor will face new scrutiny as he heads to the general election. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. The GOP's pick for Minnesota governor will face new scrutiny as he heads to the general election. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.

]]> 595 Inflation is likely to frame the debate around the midterms. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 11 May 2022 19:13:36 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Inflation is likely to frame the debate around the midterms. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Inflation is likely to frame the debate around the midterms. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 921 A searing analysis from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights will impact city and state politics. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 27 Apr 2022 19:12:02 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board A searing analysis from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights will impact city and state politics. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. A searing analysis from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights will impact city and state politics. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 721 The political and public health dynamics of the decision are discussed by WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 20 Apr 2022 19:07:54 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The political and public health dynamics of the decision are discussed by WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. The political and public health dynamics of the decision are discussed by WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 795 Republicans and Democrats are far apart at the State Legislature. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 06 Apr 2022 19:09:37 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Republicans and Democrats are far apart at the State Legislature. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Republicans and Democrats are far apart at the State Legislature. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 724 The president's U.S. approval ratings don't match their rise overseas. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. Wed, 30 Mar 2022 20:19:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The president's U.S. approval ratings don't match their rise overseas. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. The president's U.S. approval ratings don't match their rise overseas. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.

]]> 826 The president looks to advance allied unity on Ukraine. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 23 Mar 2022 19:29:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The president looks to advance allied unity on Ukraine. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. The president looks to advance allied unity on Ukraine. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 920 The Ukrainian president's speech is analyzed by WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 16 Mar 2022 19:00:45 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The Ukrainian president's speech is analyzed by WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. The Ukrainian president's speech is analyzed by WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 762 Mayor Jacob Frey and other leaders failed to follow protocols. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 09 Mar 2022 21:09:49 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Mayor Jacob Frey and other leaders failed to follow protocols. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Mayor Jacob Frey and other leaders failed to follow protocols. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 731 The U.S. and Western allies react to Russian aggression in Ukraine. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 23 Feb 2022 20:15:50 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The U.S. and Western allies react to Russian aggression in Ukraine. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. The U.S. and Western allies react to Russian aggression in Ukraine. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 860 The status of Russian forces and communication between the U.S. and Ukrainian presidents is unclear. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. Wed, 16 Feb 2022 20:56:49 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The status of Russian forces and communication between the U.S. and Ukrainian presidents is unclear. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. The status of Russian forces and communication between the U.S. and Ukrainian presidents is unclear. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.

]]> 759 Police-community relations in the city are once again national news. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Sheletta Brundidge and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 09 Feb 2022 20:29:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Police-community relations in the city are once again national news. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Sheletta Brundidge and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Police-community relations in the city are once again national news. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Sheletta Brundidge and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 869 The impending vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court comes at a key moment for the Biden administration. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 26 Jan 2022 20:29:40 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The impending vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court comes at a key moment for the Biden administration. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. The impending vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court comes at a key moment for the Biden administration. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 870 Nearly a year into his tenure, President Joe Biden will hold a news conference on Wednesday. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. Wed, 19 Jan 2022 21:35:53 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Nearly a year into his tenure, President Joe Biden will hold a news conference on Wednesday. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. Nearly a year into his tenure, President Joe Biden will hold a news conference on Wednesday. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.

]]> 811 President Joe Biden's legislative push gets pushback from key GOP leaders. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 12 Jan 2022 19:32:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board President Joe Biden's legislative push gets pushback from key GOP leaders. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. President Joe Biden's legislative push gets pushback from key GOP leaders. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 857 The congressional investigation into the 2021 attack on the Capitol will affect the runup to the midterm elections. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 05 Jan 2022 20:00:13 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The congressional investigation into the 2021 attack on the Capitol will affect the runup to the midterm elections. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. The congressional investigation into the 2021 attack on the Capitol will affect the runup to the midterm elections. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 647 A very vexing year heading into crucial midterm and state elections. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 22 Dec 2021 19:59:52 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board A very vexing year heading into crucial midterm and state elections. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. A very vexing year heading into crucial midterm and state elections. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 1069 State lawmakers consider Minnesota's robust revenue forecast. Hear the "Playing Politics" podcast from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. Wed, 15 Dec 2021 21:54:28 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board State lawmakers consider Minnesota's robust revenue forecast. Hear the "Playing Politics" podcast from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. State lawmakers consider Minnesota's robust revenue forecast. Hear the "Playing Politics" podcast from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.

]]> 1012 Supreme Court justices weigh in on a Mississippi case on reproductive rights. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 01 Dec 2021 20:37:30 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Supreme Court justices weigh in on a Mississippi case on reproductive rights. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Supreme Court justices weigh in on a Mississippi case on reproductive rights. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 880 Despite major medical advancements, the pandemic continues - and continues its impact on politics. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Jill Burcum and John Rash. Wed, 24 Nov 2021 20:46:36 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Despite major medical advancements, the pandemic continues - and continues its impact on politics. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Jill Burcum and John Rash. Despite major medical advancements, the pandemic continues - and continues its impact on politics. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Jill Burcum and John Rash.

]]> 1037 The Republican representative may be censured for posting an animated, violent video. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 17 Nov 2021 21:22:51 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The Republican representative may be censured for posting an animated, violent video. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. The Republican representative may be censured for posting an animated, violent video. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 809 The former president is trying to shield information related to the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 10 Nov 2021 21:23:27 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The former president is trying to shield information related to the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. The former president is trying to shield information related to the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 824 The Minneapolis mayor was reelected and ballot measures went his way. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 03 Nov 2021 19:42:16 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The Minneapolis mayor was reelected and ballot measures went his way. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. The Minneapolis mayor was reelected and ballot measures went his way. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 883 Minneapolis, St. Paul voters are most focused on public safety. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. Wed, 27 Oct 2021 21:01:30 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Minneapolis, St. Paul voters are most focused on public safety. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. Minneapolis, St. Paul voters are most focused on public safety. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.

]]> 937 Many of President Joe Biden's priorities are the subject of tense congressional negotiations. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 20 Oct 2021 19:42:13 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Many of President Joe Biden's priorities are the subject of tense congressional negotiations. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Many of President Joe Biden's priorities are the subject of tense congressional negotiations. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 853 Voters in Minneapolis and St. Paul - as well as the Star Tribune Editorial Board - focus on the campaign.  Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:02:46 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Voters in Minneapolis and St. Paul - as well as the Star Tribune Editorial Board - focus on the campaign.  Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Voters in Minneapolis and St. Paul - as well as the Star Tribune Editorial Board - focus on the campaign.  Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 923 From foreign policy to domestic dynamics, the president faces persistent challenges - and criticism. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:19:03 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board From foreign policy to domestic dynamics, the president faces persistent challenges - and criticism. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. From foreign policy to domestic dynamics, the president faces persistent challenges - and criticism. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 821 Among the reporter's revelations are that the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff phoned his Chinese counterpart twice to reassure him during the final weeks of the president's administration. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 15 Sep 2021 19:01:15 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Among the reporter's revelations are that the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff phoned his Chinese counterpart twice to reassure him during the final weeks of the president's administration. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Among the reporter's revelations are that the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff phoned his Chinese counterpart twice to reassure him during the final weeks of the president's administration. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 773 The Senate majority leader becomes the latest Republican to challenge DFL Gov. Tim Walz. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 08 Sep 2021 21:13:14 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The Senate majority leader becomes the latest Republican to challenge DFL Gov. Tim Walz. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. The Senate majority leader becomes the latest Republican to challenge DFL Gov. Tim Walz. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 812 The president is pressed by allies and lawmakers to extend the Afghanistan withdrawal date past Aug. 31. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. Wed, 25 Aug 2021 19:33:22 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The president is pressed by allies and lawmakers to extend the Afghanistan withdrawal date past Aug. 31. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. The president is pressed by allies and lawmakers to extend the Afghanistan withdrawal date past Aug. 31. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.

]]> 864 Republican and DFL leaders call for the St. Paul representative, a Democrat, to resign. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 21 Jul 2021 19:10:51 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Republican and DFL leaders call for the St. Paul representative, a Democrat, to resign. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Republican and DFL leaders call for the St. Paul representative, a Democrat, to resign. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 920 Despite the acrimony it appears that Minnesota will avoid a government shutdown. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 23 Jun 2021 19:00:06 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Despite the acrimony it appears that Minnesota will avoid a government shutdown. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Despite the acrimony it appears that Minnesota will avoid a government shutdown. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 751 The city contends with continued demonstrations over a law-enforcement shooting and the death of a protester. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. Wed, 16 Jun 2021 18:58:55 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The city contends with continued demonstrations over a law-enforcement shooting and the death of a protester. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash. The city contends with continued demonstrations over a law-enforcement shooting and the death of a protester. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Denise Johnson and John Rash.

]]> 713 Minneapolis struggles with implementing changes to the site. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 09 Jun 2021 19:10:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Minneapolis struggles with implementing changes to the site. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Minneapolis struggles with implementing changes to the site. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 829 As time winds down, a wide divide is still apparent between DFL Gov. Tim Walz and Republican leaders at the State Legislature. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 02 Jun 2021 19:18:37 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board As time winds down, a wide divide is still apparent between DFL Gov. Tim Walz and Republican leaders at the State Legislature. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. As time winds down, a wide divide is still apparent between DFL Gov. Tim Walz and Republican leaders at the State Legislature. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 644 House Republicans, toeing Trump's line (and lies), kick Liz Cheney from her leadership position. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Hines and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 12 May 2021 19:26:39 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board House Republicans, toeing Trump's line (and lies), kick Liz Cheney from her leadership position. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Hines and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. House Republicans, toeing Trump's line (and lies), kick Liz Cheney from her leadership position. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Hines and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 880 Reverberations from the jury's conviction continue. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 21 Apr 2021 19:10:41 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Reverberations from the jury's conviction continue. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Reverberations from the jury's conviction continue. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 636 President Joe Biden proposes a $2 trillion plan. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 31 Mar 2021 19:10:37 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board President Joe Biden proposes a $2 trillion plan. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. President Joe Biden proposes a $2 trillion plan. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 904 Mass shootings in Atlanta and Boulder renew calls for congressional action. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 24 Mar 2021 19:17:39 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Mass shootings in Atlanta and Boulder renew calls for congressional action. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Mass shootings in Atlanta and Boulder renew calls for congressional action. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 959 While managing the vaccine rollout and coronavirus mitigation measures, the governor is quarantined. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Rice and John Rash. Wed, 17 Mar 2021 22:11:13 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board While managing the vaccine rollout and coronavirus mitigation measures, the governor is quarantined. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Rice and John Rash. While managing the vaccine rollout and coronavirus mitigation measures, the governor is quarantined. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Rice and John Rash.

]]> 713 The president gets a victory with the passing of the $1.9 trillion COVID-relief bill. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 10 Mar 2021 20:04:12 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The president gets a victory with the passing of the $1.9 trillion COVID-relief bill. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. The president gets a victory with the passing of the $1.9 trillion COVID-relief bill. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 895 The country deserves a definitive account of what happened. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 03 Mar 2021 20:11:14 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The country deserves a definitive account of what happened. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. The country deserves a definitive account of what happened. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 898 A sense of normalcy pervades politics despite the president's ambitious agenda. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 24 Feb 2021 20:05:35 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board A sense of normalcy pervades politics despite the president's ambitious agenda. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. A sense of normalcy pervades politics despite the president's ambitious agenda. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 960 Amid positive COVID trends, Minnesota's governor urges an accelerated return to in-person learning. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 17 Feb 2021 20:02:34 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Amid positive COVID trends, Minnesota's governor urges an accelerated return to in-person learning. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Amid positive COVID trends, Minnesota's governor urges an accelerated return to in-person learning. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 800 For the second time, senators heard House managers present their case to impeach former President Donald Trump. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 10 Feb 2021 21:21:03 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board For the second time, senators heard House managers present their case to impeach former President Donald Trump. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. For the second time, senators heard House managers present their case to impeach former President Donald Trump. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 988 Gov. Tim Walz's proposal was met with Republican reluctance. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 27 Jan 2021 20:19:50 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Gov. Tim Walz's proposal was met with Republican reluctance. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Gov. Tim Walz's proposal was met with Republican reluctance. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 975 In his inaugural address, the 46th president calls for national unity. Hear the "Playing Politics" podcast analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 20 Jan 2021 20:20:59 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board In his inaugural address, the 46th president calls for national unity. Hear the "Playing Politics" podcast analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. In his inaugural address, the 46th president calls for national unity. Hear the "Playing Politics" podcast analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 895 The U.S. House considers impeaching the president for his role in the Capitol attack. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 13 Jan 2021 20:20:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The U.S. House considers impeaching the president for his role in the Capitol attack. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's D.J. Tice and John Rash. The U.S. House considers impeaching the president for his role in the Capitol attack. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 899 Protests against the presidential election resulted in violence as Congress convened to certify President-elect Joe Biden’s victory. Hear the “Playing Politics” analysis from WCCO Radio’s Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board’s Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 06 Jan 2021 22:08:31 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Protests against the presidential election resulted in violence as Congress convened to certify President-elect Joe Biden’s victory. Hear the “Playing Politics” analysis from WCCO Radio’s Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board’s Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Protests against the presidential election resulted in violence as Congress convened to certify President-elect Joe Biden’s victory. Hear the “Playing Politics” analysis from WCCO Radio’s Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board’s Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 871 Despite repeated rebukes in court, the Trump campaign's push to overturn election results endures. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 09 Dec 2020 22:02:33 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Despite repeated rebukes in court, the Trump campaign's push to overturn election results endures. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Despite repeated rebukes in court, the Trump campaign's push to overturn election results endures. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 895 The attorney general says the Justice Department sees no widespread election fraud. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 02 Dec 2020 21:05:37 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The attorney general says the Justice Department sees no widespread election fraud. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. The attorney general says the Justice Department sees no widespread election fraud. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 959 The unchecked pandemic leads to new restrictions, which may lead to new pushback. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 18 Nov 2020 20:19:01 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The unchecked pandemic leads to new restrictions, which may lead to new pushback. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. The unchecked pandemic leads to new restrictions, which may lead to new pushback. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 1042 The continuing controversy over unfounded claims about the 2020 vote will have long-lasting impact. Hear the "Playing Politics" podcast with WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 11 Nov 2020 20:41:24 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The continuing controversy over unfounded claims about the 2020 vote will have long-lasting impact. Hear the "Playing Politics" podcast with WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. The continuing controversy over unfounded claims about the 2020 vote will have long-lasting impact. Hear the "Playing Politics" podcast with WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 1023 The too-close-to-call campaign continues. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. Wed, 04 Nov 2020 21:48:04 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The too-close-to-call campaign continues. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. The too-close-to-call campaign continues. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash.

]]> 979 The presidential campaign heads into its last few days. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's D.J. Tice and John Rash. Wed, 28 Oct 2020 20:12:07 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The presidential campaign heads into its last few days. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's D.J. Tice and John Rash. The presidential campaign heads into its last few days. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's D.J. Tice and John Rash.

]]> 1001 Thursday's Trump-Biden match-up might be the campaign's final key event. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Wed, 21 Oct 2020 20:54:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Thursday's Trump-Biden match-up might be the campaign's final key event. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. Thursday's Trump-Biden match-up might be the campaign's final key event. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash.

]]> 971 Wed, 07 Oct 2020 20:43:49 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board President Donald Trump's coronavirus diagnosis keeps the pandemic central to the election. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. 1087 no Thu, 24 Sep 2020 00:09:07 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The debate over approving a Supreme Court justice impacts the 2020 election. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 724 no Thu, 17 Sep 2020 14:40:22 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The president took questions in prime time as the national election looms. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Jordana Green and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. 430 no Thu, 10 Sep 2020 16:14:28 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board How will the revelations about the president's handling of the pandemic play out in the campaign? Listen to the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. 1242 no Wed, 26 Aug 2020 20:17:22 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The virtual gathering is energizing the GOP base. But can it expand it? Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 964 no Wed, 19 Aug 2020 20:49:01 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Online-only nominating gatherings will still impact the presidential election. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. 1042 no Wed, 12 Aug 2020 22:41:19 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board How will the selection of Joe Biden's running mate impact the race? Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 1020 no Wed, 05 Aug 2020 20:19:11 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Differing accounts reveal a fissure between the Minnesota governor and Minneapolis mayor. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. 1202 no Thu, 30 Jul 2020 02:28:50 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The appearance of Attorney General William Barr before Congress seemed to create more heat than light. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. 983 no Wed, 22 Jul 2020 21:40:30 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Gov. Tim Walz's move comes after several states and multiple Minnesota cities had acted to require masks. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Jason DeRusha and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 793 no Wed, 15 Jul 2020 21:39:41 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The pandemic's impact on K-12 education is the just the latest issue facing state and local leaders. Hear the "Playing Politics" podcast analysis from WCCO Radio's Jason DeRusha and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. 1031 no Wed, 08 Jul 2020 23:28:41 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board In Washington and St. Paul, response to the crises split along intensifying partisan lines. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. 1092 no Thu, 18 Jun 2020 03:21:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The highly anticipated book by the former adviser to President Donald Trump is set to soon be released. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 477 no Thu, 11 Jun 2020 01:45:14 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Response to the killing of George Floyd impacts politics in Minneapolis and the U.S. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. 814 no Wed, 03 Jun 2020 19:47:47 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Minnesota's attorney general announced the move as nationwide protests continue. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. 573 no Thu, 28 May 2020 02:28:59 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The Minneapolis mayor calls for the arrest of the officer involved in the killing of George Floyd. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 900 no Wed, 20 May 2020 22:50:20 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board A gradual adjustment of rules on restaurants and other entities by Minnesota's governor comes amid a growing debate on the pace of pandemic-rules easing. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. 1036 no Thu, 14 May 2020 00:17:15 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Minnesota's governor weighs whether, and how much, to "turn the dial" on the state's pandemic response. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and John Rash. 1049 no Wed, 06 May 2020 22:30:18 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Minnesota faces extraordinary challenges from the coronavirus pandemic. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 1201 no Wed, 29 Apr 2020 22:00:44 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The vice president's visit to the Mayo Clinic stirred controversy. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. 1051 no Wed, 22 Apr 2020 22:02:58 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Demonstrations against stay-at-home orders come amid Gov. Tim Walz's announcement of dramatically expanded testing. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 860 no Thu, 16 Apr 2020 02:06:14 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Republican pushback in Minnesota and throughout the country reflects a widening divide on mitigation strategy. Hear the "Playing Politics" podcast with WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 1095 no Wed, 08 Apr 2020 22:15:05 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The Vermont senator didn't get the Democratic presidential nomination, but helped frame the debate. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 807 no Thu, 02 Apr 2020 01:55:44 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board How should the news media cover the COVID-19 briefings at the White House? Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1073 no Thu, 26 Mar 2020 00:00:45 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Federal and state responses vary widely as governors and President Donald Trump approach COVID-19 differently. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 1288 no Thu, 19 Mar 2020 03:09:44 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The coronavirus crisis affects governance in Washington, St. Paul and beyond. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Jill Burcum. 1087 no Wed, 04 Mar 2020 22:04:09 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The former vice president advanced his chances at the top job after a strong Super Tuesday showing. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1007 no Thu, 27 Feb 2020 02:55:28 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The clash between candidates in South Carolina could be consequential for its primary — and beyond. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1140 no Wed, 19 Feb 2020 21:42:31 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The former New York mayor rises in the polls as he joins the Democratic debate. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1211 no Thu, 13 Feb 2020 02:26:40 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The election's first primary scrambled the 2020 race. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1180 no Thu, 06 Feb 2020 00:40:22 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Even by recent Washington standards, it's been an extraordinary week of news. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D. J. Tice. 1171 no Wed, 29 Jan 2020 22:53:33 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The U.S. Senate begins the question phase of the impeachment trial, while the big question of witnesses looms. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 1182 no Wed, 22 Jan 2020 22:44:54 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board A sharp partisan divide marked the opening of the U.S. Senate impeachment trial of President Donald Trump. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1117 no Thu, 16 Jan 2020 12:29:41 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Democrats debate as the Republican-led Senate takes up articles of impeachment. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1167 no Wed, 08 Jan 2020 23:10:09 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board A relatively restrained response from Tehran signaled that escalation wasn't immediate. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 1373 no Thu, 19 Dec 2019 05:45:56 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The House's historic vote on impeachment will have a decidedly different reception in the Senate. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 998 no Fri, 13 Dec 2019 03:11:48 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Republicans and Democrats plan their next steps on impeachment. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1060 no Thu, 05 Dec 2019 04:16:10 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The House Judiciary Committee heard from constitutional scholars on Wednesday. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 892 no Wed, 20 Nov 2019 21:22:05 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Impeachment inquiry testimony from the U.S. ambassador to the European Union implicated key administration figures, including President Donald Trump. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 989 no Wed, 13 Nov 2019 21:55:31 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Public testimony in the House impeachment inquiry begins. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 928 no Thu, 07 Nov 2019 00:09:08 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The public phase of the inquiry begins next week. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1084 no Wed, 30 Oct 2019 23:51:05 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Some supporters of President Donald Trump attempt to delegitimize diplomats and military officers. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1255 no Thu, 24 Oct 2019 17:55:37 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The U.S. envoy to Ukraine's account may accelerate the impeachment inquiry. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 1118 no Wed, 09 Oct 2019 22:59:45 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The president's dispute with Mayor Jacob Frey, his Syrian policy, and the U.S. House impeachment inquiry are at the center of controversy. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1195 no Thu, 03 Oct 2019 00:49:43 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board President Donald Trump lashes out at the U.S. House impeachment inquiry. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1079 no Wed, 18 Sep 2019 22:03:06 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The president again targeted Fifth District U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar while contending with an international crisis. Hear the "Playing Politics" podcast with WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1145 no Thu, 12 Sep 2019 00:03:15 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board What the firing of John Bolton and "Sharpiegate" reveal about the White House. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 1279 no Wed, 04 Sep 2019 20:44:36 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board They prompted renewed calls for Washington – and St. Paul – to act. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 933 no Wed, 24 Jul 2019 22:00:35 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Congressional testimony by the special counsel may only serve to further solidify partisan perspectives on the Russia investigation. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's D.J. Tice and John Rash. 994 no Wed, 10 Jul 2019 23:38:07 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta is under fire for his role in the financier's sex-crimes case. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1004 no Wed, 26 Jun 2019 23:13:21 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The treatment of migrant detainees at the southern border – and a searing photograph of a father and daughter who didn't make it – has become a major political issue. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 858 no Thu, 20 Jun 2019 02:35:46 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The president reprised several themes – and targets – as he began his reelection push. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 990 no Wed, 12 Jun 2019 23:45:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Scrutiny over U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar's tax filings place the Minnesota Democrat under ever-greater scrutiny. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 930 no Wed, 01 May 2019 23:15:38 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The special counsel objected to the attorney general's initial description of the Mueller report. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 995 no Thu, 18 Apr 2019 13:18:52 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The Minnesota senator faces an increasingly crowded and competitive field of Democratic presidential candidates. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1007 no Wed, 10 Apr 2019 22:25:28 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board President Donald Trump searches for solutions to the growing humanitarian challenge on the U.S.-Mexico border. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 900 no Wed, 20 Mar 2019 23:15:10 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Minnesota's DFL governor and GOP-led Senate are once again sliding into stalemate. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1046 no Thu, 14 Mar 2019 21:15:22 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board President Donald Trump announces an immediate grounding of Boeing 737 Max 8 and Max 9 aircraft. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 1026 no Thu, 28 Feb 2019 13:58:06 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The president's former lawyer's testimony rivets the nation. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Jason DeRusha and the Star Tribune's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 991 no Wed, 20 Feb 2019 23:12:26 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The Minnesota governor's call for a gas tax to fund roads and bridges might mean legislative gridlock. Plus, news from Washington. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 982 no Wed, 23 Jan 2019 20:33:48 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Washington's ongoing gridlock is having widespread political and governance ramifications. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 830 no Thu, 10 Jan 2019 16:47:22 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Primetime addresses by President Donald Trump and Democratic leaders fail to end the partial shutdown of the federal government. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1157 no Thu, 03 Jan 2019 00:30:13 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The standoff between President Donald Trump and congressional Democrats reflects a changing political dynamic in Washington. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1328 no Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:48:46 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Explosive devices were sent to former President Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, CNN and others. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Scott Gillespie and John Rash. 1008 no Thu, 18 Oct 2018 15:15:59 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The disappearance and apparent murder of a Saudi journalist has international and domestic political implications. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 875 no Wed, 27 Jun 2018 21:30:18 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Three key decisions go the administration's way. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1234 no Wed, 20 Jun 2018 20:59:06 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board As the president heads to Duluth, he signs an executive order on his controversial policy. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 964 no Wed, 16 May 2018 18:41:07 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Unfinished business at the Capitol contrasts with an active campaign season. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Adam Carter and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1352 no Thu, 18 Jan 2018 20:07:08 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Washington works against a deadline – again – to keep the government running. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1171 no Wed, 29 Nov 2017 19:41:50 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The latest ballistic missile test is the latest governing test for President Donald Trump and other world leaders. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 149 no Thu, 02 Nov 2017 14:38:50 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board A controversial campaign ad is met with backlash in the capital as both St. Paul and Minneapolis near next Tuesday's election. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Lori Sturdevant. 1174 no Wed, 11 Oct 2017 21:38:19 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The president spars with a senator of his own party, and Democrats reel after allegations against Harvey Weinstein. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1111 no Wed, 27 Sep 2017 19:51:16 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The enduring dispute between DFL Gov. Mark Dayton and GOP legislative leaders shows no sign of ending. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Lori Sturdevant. 1250 no Wed, 13 Sep 2017 18:49:40 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Public safety in a booming downtown is a key issue for Minneapolis, and for the city's Nov. 7 election. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Chad Hartman and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's Patricia Lopez and Denise Johnson. 244 no Wed, 19 Jul 2017 23:10:25 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board The shooting of the Minneapolis woman brings police-community relations to the forefront. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Jordana Green and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1374 no Fri, 30 Jun 2017 21:24:41 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board WCCO Radio's Jordana Green interviews John Rash about his trip to Lithuania to cover the Minnesota National Guard taking part in a multinational military exercise called Saber Strike 17. 211 no Wed, 07 Jun 2017 20:59:27 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Senators questioned top Trump officials as Washington braced for former FBI Director James Comey's testimony on Thursday. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Jordana Green and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1355 no Wed, 01 Mar 2017 21:14:36 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Congress and the Minnesota Legislature must focus on governing after president's address and an update on state revenues. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's Jordana Green and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Lori Sturdevant. 1509 no Mon, 10 Oct 2016 20:58:02 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Amid mounting controversy over a recently released video, Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton engage in their second presidential debate. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Williams and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez. 1568 no Thu, 15 Sep 2016 02:20:18 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board A lack of transparency on health, foundation and other issues trips up both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Williams and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice. 1303 no Wed, 27 Apr 2016 23:14:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board But will their parties unite behind them any time soon? Hear the Playing Politics podcast analysis from editorial writers Patricia Lopez and Lori Sturdevant and host John Rash. 936 no Sun, 24 Apr 2016 03:00:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Hear editorial writer Jill Burcum and host John Rash discuss local and national efforts to strengthen Minnesota's Somali community and fight terrorism. 890 no Thu, 10 Mar 2016 16:49:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board Despite extraordinary efforts, it's looking less likely that the Republican establishment will be able to derail Donald Trump's march toward the GOP nomination, while Democrat Hillary Clinton can't seem to shake Bernie Sanders. 911 no Thu, 11 Feb 2016 11:54:00 -0000 full Star Tribune Editorial Board What's behind the remarkable rise of Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders? In this week's episode of the Star Tribune Editorial Board's new "Playing Politics" podcast, hosted by John Rash, writers Lori Sturdevant, Patricia Lopez and D.J. Tice discuss the New Hampshire primary and look ahead. 979 no