
Political Valentines: A Minnesota Love Story (with a Twist)
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for romance—it’s for politics, too! Imagine if Minnesota’s leaders shared heartfelt (and hilariously pointed) Valentine’s Day cards. In this TPT Almanac essay, Tane Danger brings that vision to life, crafting clever love notes from Amy Klobuchar, the Minnesota GOP, recreational marijuana, and more.
Would Amy Klobuchar break up with Minnesota? Would light rail feel loved by the legislature? And what would Governor Walz say to recreational marijuana? The answers are both funny and surprisingly insightful.

Government Gridlock at the Minnesota Capitol? Revisiting Our 2021 Legislative Stalemate
Minnesota lawmakers are once again locked in a political stalemate, reminiscent of the 2021 legislative deadlock. As deadlines loom and decisions stall, we revisit a past video essay that captured the frustration of government inaction—with a satirical twist. Will history repeat itself, or will this time be different?