The midterm elections are just one week from tomorrow and many issues are on the ballot. A WDIO political insider gave us more insight into the content of the vote. What do you think is the biggest problem for Minnesotans right now?
“Primarily I think people in Minnesota are probably more concerned with the very high crime rate, which means they have spent the last few years defunding the police, rioting, and using fentanyl statewide. 400%, etc. So I think Minnesotans realize that the economy is probably a national issue,” says political expert Roger Reinert.
Within Duluth, taxes and their increases are on the minds of many. The City Council proposed an 8.9% increase in property taxes, plus 4% from counties. Taxes are likely to rise and there are currently no signs of wage increases, so many are concerned.
“It’s hard to explain, but levies and additional taxes are always an uphill battle, especially in off-year elections. Given that, I don’t think people really understand what it does.
“Yeah, I don’t think it’s going to be a slam dunk like last time. The city of Duluth has already proposed an 8.9% increase in property taxes, and the county is adding 4%. Even though I don’t think it’s a slam dunk,” Reiner said.
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