![]() Barring a third-party candidate who could siphon votes from Walz - and there's little question Republicans will attempt that trick with a pro-marijuana candidate - that's not enough to win the state. The president received 45% of the vote each time he was at the top of the ticket in Minnesota. Remember that Trumpism from Trump himself couldn't carry the state in 2020 or 2016. ![]() The question is whether Trumpism from somebody who isn't Trump could win a statewide race in Minnesota. Now it tragically seems to be a mark of pride for Republicans. RELATED: MyPillow CEO represents Minnesota at Republican National Convention That would be the textbook definition of anti-democratic sedition, which not that long ago would be a disqualifier for an American politician. Lindell wanted the military to overturn the election and install Trump as president. Lindell is an extremist and conspiracy theorist, literally calling for martial law in Minnesota, Georgia, Arizona, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Nevada so the military could seize voting machines. Which leads to the obvious question: Is that good thing or bad for the Minnesota GOP? With the support of Trump's base, Lindell will be difficult to defeat for the Republican nomination. And, of course, he is unwavering loyal to Trump. He is everything the modern Republican Party loves. He also has a Trump-like knack for talking big while glossing over details, plus an interesting life story that includes overcoming bankruptcy and a crack addiction. There will be many others.īut Lindell has Trump's blessing and a recognizability because he's the MyPillow guy many have seen in TV infomercials. Former Minnesota Vikings star and fervent religious right-winger Matt Birk has hinted he might be interested. State senate majority leader Paul Gazelka appears to be positioning himself for a run. Minnesota Republicans are confident they can beat Walz, based on the governor's unpopularity among COVID deniers and law-breaking restaurateurs, and they'll likely be lining up to take their shot. This will be a major storyline in Minnesota in 2021, for better or worse. Who would be your choice for Minnesota governor in 2022?
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