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The separation of powers is fundamental to maintaining a balanced state government. This principle, championed by the Founding Fathers, ensures that no single branch — executive, legislative or judicial — dominates state affairs. Modeled after the federal system, state governments…

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz gave his formal acceptance speech for the vice presidential nomination Wednesday night at the Democratic National Convention. Dubbed a “joyful warrior,” along with Kamala Harris, Walz acts as if he is exuding small-town values that safeguard…