Putnam, a communication professor at the College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University, has hosted more than 30 town halls since taking office. He said he takes an independent approach toward policymaking that isn’t always in lock step with his party.
“If the DFL wants to send me talking points, I’m going to take a little red pen, and I’m going to correct them and grade them and send them back, because I don’t need those things,” Putnam said. “I’m not dependent on them.”
Read MoreST. CLOUD ― Two current members of the Minnesota Legislature are facing each other in the race for Senate District 14. Incumbent Democrat Aric Putnam has had the job for the past two years. He’s being challenged by Republican Tama Theis who is a member of the House.
Read MoreST. CLOUD ― Residents gathered Thursday evening at the Whitney Senior Center to ask questions of the candidates running to represent Minnesota State Senate District 14 in November. None of the Republican candidates attended the forum or left a message for constituents.
Read MoreThis election, both candidates can get their wish, Sen. Putnam can go back to St. Paul to help us and his opponent can go to the cabin!
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