What else is on the agenda besides endorsement of a gubernatorial candidate?
In the case of the mightily riled Republicans, platform discussions may actually generate some heat. And if they do, the positions espoused may offer clues as to where the convention is leaning for governor. Republicans will also endorse candidates for secretary of state, attorney general and auditor, all offices which are currently held by DFLers. Originally, the secretary of state and attorney general endorsements were scheduled for Friday, but at midday today the party decided to move those endorsements to this evening’s schedule, before the auditor endorsement. The secretary of state and attorney general races have attracted only one GOP candidate each: fourth-term state Rep. Dan Severson of Sauk Rapids is seeking endorsement to challenge incumbent Secretary of State Mark Ritchie, and Chris Barden of Edina hopes to get the nod to attempt to unseat incumbent Attorney General Lori Swanson. The GOP auditor’s race is more crowded. Former state auditor Pat Anderson appears to be the fro
