Politics & Government
Does Money Influence Politics? Citizen Group Hosts Panel Discussion
A panel discussion will take place on Wednesday at Guardian Angels Church in Oakdale.

An organized group of citizens is hosting a panel discussion Wednesday on the topic "Follow the Money: How Big Money Influences our Elections and Public Policy."
Guest panelists include Tom Horner, the 2010 Independence Party candidate for governor, state Senator John Marty (DFL-Roseville) and Beth Hawkins, a MinnPost journalist. The discussion will be moderated by former Minnesota House Minority Leader, Matt Entenza. The discussion will look at the effects of money on elections, public policy and civic dialogue.
The event is sponsored by River Valley Action, a group of citizens who focus on public policy at state and local levels.
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It will be held from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 8 at , 8260 Fourth Street in Oakdale.
Refreshments will be provided.
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