February 2025

For Congress, now comes the hard part

The early days of a new presidential administration attract a lot of attention from the media and ordinary Americans. The months of speculation since the election about what lies ahead are over; now it’s reality. But equally riveting is what’s going on in Congress, which must react to presidential initiatives, vet nominees, and put its own stamp on public policy. This year, more than any I can remember, will test Congress.

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RICHARD A. MILLER

Richard A. Miller, age 77, husband of Jane, of Ellsworth Township, rural Darwin, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday February 15, 2025, at his home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held…

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DEAN E. BEMIS

Dean E. Bemis, age 85, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Banner Baywood Medical Center in Mesa, Arizona. Funeral Service will be Saturday, February 22, 2025,…

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