Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Monday, May 13, 2013
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Happy Birthday, Minnesota!
The picture to the left and the following text is from the Minnesota Historical Society's Facebook page:
"Minnesota became the 32nd state on May 11, 1858. The enabling act for statehood had been passes on February 26, 1857, and the state's constitution was written that summer and ratified in October. After approval by Congress, the bill was signed by President James Buchanan. New of statehood traveled by telegraph and then by steamboat to St. Paul. That's why this year's limited edition Minnesota State Capitol Historic Site Statehood button features a steamboat!"
That makes Minnesota 155 years old. Happy Birthday!
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Minnesota House Approves Gay Marriage Bill
"A bipartisan coalition in the Minnesota House passes a measure Thursday to legalize same sex marriage, setting in motion what could be a historic turning point for gay and lesbian rights in Minnesota."
Minnesota House Approves Gay Marriage Bill
Today the Minnesota House approved the gay marriage bill in a 75-59 vote! The Senate will vote next week and then it will go to Governor Dayton's desk...
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