Michael Minta

political scientist, expertise in congressional politics, race and ethnic politics, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

[Almanac @tptAlmanac]

Tonight on Almanac at 7 pm:
- Professor Emeritus Jane Kirtley and lawyer Shannon Prince discuss the latest legal fallout of Operation Metro Surge
- @PioneerPress reporter @FrederickMelo joins us with the latest on downtown St. Paul properties and the city’s budget outlook
- David Gillette deconstructs the dryer in his latest essay on failing appliances and crumbling civilizations
- @TaneDanger of @dangerboatpro and Kevin Lindsey of @humanities discuss bridging the political divide
- Get a preview of Summer of ’76, an upcoming Twin Cities PBS documentary about the bicentennial in Minnesota
- Dominic Papatola shares an essay on a string of bad luck Minnesotans may find relatable
- @birdchick returns with summer birding tips
- @mlahammer continues her Legislative Exchange series on solutions to political violence
- Our political panel — U of M’s @larryrjacobs, UMD’s Cindy Rugeley, and U of M’s @profminta — discusses the latest from D.C. and SCOTUS
Tune in on TPT 2 or stream live: https://t.co/XuqV48N0fQ 📺

[Almanac @tptAlmanac]

The president released his proposed 2026 budget, which would cut domestic spending to its lowest level on record. Political Science @ProfKPearson and @profminta, @umnews, share their thoughts on the proposed budget and reflect on the second Trump administration at the 100-day mark.

[Michael Minta @profminta]

@blkprofcct Thanks, Chris!

[Almanac @tptAlmanac]

It’s been a busy first month of the second Trump administration, raising questions about its impact on the balance of power among the legislative, judicial and executive branches. Our panel of political science experts with @ProfDSchultz from @HamlineU, @profminta from @UMNews and Neil Kraus from @UWRiverFalls analyzed the developments so far and what they might mean moving forward.

[Michael Minta @profminta]

Always great to talk politics with this wonderful group!! Also, the Steeles' performance was 🔥

[Almanac @tptAlmanac]

The transition to a new presidency often brings swift action and debate. Political Science Professors @ProfKPearson and @profminta, @UMNews, and Cindy Rugeley, @UMNDuluth discussed the latest moves in Washington and what lies ahead.
https://t.co/yh7FN6ZY8L

[Andra Gillespie @AndraGillespie]

1. By the time I hit post, Georgia's #Election2024 will be one for the books. Here's what I'm looking for as returns come in. I'll try to come back to this tonight, but I have two more TV hits tonight and already know that I'll be working til 3 a.m. (a thread)

[Almanac @tptAlmanac]

As Election Day nears, a recent poll says 7% of voters in swing states remain persuadable. Political science professors @larryrjacobs and @profminta, @UMNews, explore how undecided voters could impact the race in these final days.

[Michael Minta @profminta]

@blfraga @EmoryPolisci @emorycollege @EmoryUniversity Congratulations!

[Sekou Franklin @SekouFranklin]

Important commentary from scholars who study Black political behavior.

| The Guardian https://t.co/QcUKtlxsAc

[Michael Minta @profminta]

@DCInbox @OpenSecretsDC Yes! Plus, there is a tab under the graph that shows the cash on hand.

[Almanac @tptAlmanac]

- Poli Sci Professor Panel: @ProfDSchultz, @profminta and Steve Schier, @CarletonCollege, on the first presidential debate
- And more!
Tune in or stream live.
https://t.co/5uGbvDSI6G

[Michael Minta @profminta]

@hosam_christian @Wellesley Congratulations!

[Michael Minta @profminta]

@LuciaMotoliniaC Congratulations!

[Almanac @tptAlmanac]

@kaomig @tcjazzfestival @StribJO @StarTribune @mlahammer @kenmartin73 - Dominic @Papatola contemplates success and failure
- A panel of Cindy Rugeley, Steve Schier, & @profminta discuss this week's headlines

Tune in or stream live. https://t.co/T1nAaodm6j

[Politics & Gender @PoliticsGenderJ]

In honor of her passing, we are ungating articles from "Hanna Pitkin's 'Concept of Representation' Revisited," a Critical Perspectives symposium published in @PoliticsGenderJ 8(4) in 2012.

All articles will be available🌟open access 🌟through June 2023⬇️ https://t.co/m1bmannLGg

[FairVote Minnesota @FairVoteMN]

"[RCV] is a promising and simple change we can make to counter our divisive politics, make our elections more inclusive, & strengthen our democracy, & with this year's legislation, MN can expand RCV & continue to lead the way." -@profminta in @fulcrum_us
https://t.co/dJLbfTXROa

[Jeanne Massey @jkmassey]

A great piece by UMN Poli Sci prof @profminta on the simplicity of #RankedChoiceVoting and the power this reform to transform our politics for the better. #MoreCivil #MoreInclusive #MoreRepresentative💥

[The Minnesota Star Tribune @StarTribune]

UPDATE: Former Eden Prairie boys basketball players and their families angry about the coach's reinstatement sat in the bleachers at tonight’s home game against Prior Lake. One mother held a sign reading, “Do you inspire each? No.” https://t.co/FTeFZXoxk2