Minnesota gubernatorial election, 2002

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Minnesota gubernatorial election, 2002 was notable for two events: the decision of Governor Jesse Ventura- due to the unpopularity he began to have, from the polls and media- not to seek re election and the death of Senator Paul Wellstone shortly before the general election.

[edit] Results

• • Tim Pawlenty (R), 44%
  • Roger Moe (DFL), 36%
  • Tim Penny (IPM), 16%
  • Ken Pentel (Green), 2%

see also List of Minnesota gubernatorial elections