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In reply to the discussion: MN: Keith Ellison's opponents asks him to address allegations of domestic abuse [View all]pnwmom
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You strongly reject Bernie's support of Keith Ellison as A.G. Correct? Because to do so is just like Russian meddling, in your opinion.
https://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2018/07/06/bernie-sanders-endorses-keith-ellison/
Bernie Sanders Endorses Attorney General Candidate Keith Ellison
https://www.twincities.com/2018/07/13/bernie-sanders-stumps-for-keith-ellison-in-minnesota-attorney-general-bid/
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders rallied for Rep. Keith Ellisons campaign for attorney general in Minneapolis Friday, giving a high-profile jolt to the normally sleepy race for Minnesotas top lawyer.
Ellison, the nations first Muslim congressman, is part of a crowded Democratic field vying to replace outgoing Attorney General Lori Swanson. After six terms in Congress representing the Minneapolis area and a recent position as a top party official with the Democratic National Committee, his candidacy has elevated the normally sleepy race for attorney general.
Sanders endorsement and support for Ellisons bid only fueled interest ahead of an Aug. 14 primary that will also determine candidates from both parties in pivotal races for governor, Congress and more. Hundreds packed into First Avenue, the famed concert venue in downtown Minneapolis, to see both Ellison and Sanders speak. They also appeared together later in the day in Duluth.