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Perpich Shocks Minnesota with Open Governorship
Governor Rudy Perpich, first Iron Range and Roman Catholic chief executive, surprised many by running an open, high‑hour administration. He speaks English well, visits disputes, curbs spending on trees and filing cabinets, and sparks both praise and jokes as he navigates a volatile political landscape with a candid, leashed style.
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