Saying "our state is strong, even as we are challenged by circumstances," Governor Tim Pawlenty highlighted the strength, character and resolve of Minnesotans in his 2008 State of the State address delivered from the St. Cloud Civic Center.
In the speech, the Governor said that "Minnesotans are understandably concerned about a fragile economy, rising health care and energy costs, making ends meet and governmentâs never-ending claims on their pocketbooks. But Minnesota is up to the challenge."
Governor Pawlenty emphasized that as state leaders work to resolve a projected budget deficit, the last thing Minnesota families and businesses need "is government rummaging around in their pockets for more."