Pawlenty ready to hand over keys
Gov. Tim Pawlenty says he's ready to turn over his office to a new governor, whoever it might be.
Pawlenty's strong preference is Republican Tom Emmer, but he told reporters today that his staff is also prepared to make a smooth transition for DFLer Mark Dayton or Independence Party candidate Tom Horner.
"You've got to trust the people of Minnesota to make a good decision," Pawlenty said. "I believe they will, and whatever that decision is my administration will work to make sure the transition is smooth and professional and constructive. We've been planning for that for many months."
Pawlenty said the new governor-elect will have temporary office space in the Centennial Building to begin working on the transition. He's instructed all of his commissioners prepare transition summaries for their successors.
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