NEW POLITICAL TREND?

Carlton College political analyst Stephen Schier said the special election results from last month's election in Northfield indicates that Minnesota Democrats are enthusiastic, at least in southern Minnnesota. Northfield teacher Kevin Dahle defeated two other challengers to replace State Senator Tom Neuville who was appointed to a judgeship. Schier said the election gives DFL-ers a veto-proof majority in the Senate. Senate Majority Larry Pogemiller said the victory is indicative of voter mood but it won't have a lot of impact on business in the Senate.