https://www.reddit.com/r/minnesota/comments/1ifip5k/rule_1_reminder/
created by SancteAmbrosi on 01/02/2025 at 22:50 UTC
531 upvotes, 15 top-level comments (showing 15)
We have had to remove a larger number of posts the last few days than usual for violating Rule 1.
This does not mean that because someone was born here nearly 60 years ago and is now a national figure, this is the place to discuss their status as a national figure.
It does not mean that because Minnesota is a state in the U.S., national politics/federal law gets a pass. We lightened up on that during the election while Governor Walz was VP candidate, but have been enforcing it again for almost 3 months now.
We get it, trust us. What’s going on nationally is unprecedented and, for many, it’s scary. Being in the know is important. But there are subs for that and if you want to be in the know, you should join those subs.
Posts about federal/national issues will continue to be removed unless they involve a figure who has a current and relevant connection to MN (like Ken Martin or one of the MN senators/reps), they involve an issue that has a unique or disparate impact on MN compared to the other states as a whole (like the BWCA), or they’re about local events that are related to national issues (like protests physically occurring in MN).
And, yes, we’ve seen the uptick in trolling, too. Please review the rules and make sure you’re following them before posting or commenting. Please continue to report posts and comments that clearly violate the rules.
Comment by CampBenCh at 01/02/2025 at 23:43 UTC
90 upvotes, 1 direct replies
I know a lot of news (papers, tv) try to find a Minnesota angle on everything so I guess this makes sense.
Comment by here4daratio at 02/02/2025 at 01:16 UTC
76 upvotes, 7 direct replies
‘I’m visiting Minneapolis next month for a three-day conference where should I eat out can i see Paul Bunyan does the Mall of America have parking and should i drive my rental car slowly in the left lane?’
Comment by Pergaminopoo at 02/02/2025 at 04:09 UTC
11 upvotes, 0 direct replies
What about when it snows I can take blurry pictures and upload them correct?
Comment by [deleted] at 01/02/2025 at 23:32 UTC
140 upvotes, 7 direct replies
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Comment by airportluvr416 at 02/02/2025 at 00:54 UTC
50 upvotes, 0 direct replies
Thanksssss. If I wanted to read about national things I would look at a national source! I am not ignoring issues, I AM however choosing to consume in moderation and not give into fear mongering
Comment by Minnesota-na at 02/02/2025 at 16:46 UTC
6 upvotes, 0 direct replies
Thank you.. I hope this subreddit can be less hostile going forward.
Comment by -MerlinMonroe- at 02/02/2025 at 01:55 UTC
11 upvotes, 0 direct replies
Common sense decision and a much appreciated one at that.
Comment by blujavelin at 02/02/2025 at 16:56 UTC
2 upvotes, 0 direct replies
Thanks OP, Mods.
Comment by sirchandwich at 02/02/2025 at 13:59 UTC
4 upvotes, 0 direct replies
You heard em, folks. No mire posts about Bob Dylan!
Comment by blujavelin at 02/02/2025 at 16:58 UTC
1 upvotes, 0 direct replies
The Tim Walz run & hype was fun!
Comment by Ok_Wear_5659 at 02/02/2025 at 01:46 UTC
-39 upvotes, 1 direct replies
I believe right now what's happening effects every state so should be allowed.
Comment by Coyotesamigo at 02/02/2025 at 00:55 UTC
-50 upvotes, 0 direct replies
Lame, mods
Comment by mdnmdn11 at 02/02/2025 at 04:13 UTC*
-24 upvotes, 0 direct replies
“We lightened up to it cuz Walz was running for VP but since he lost we no longer post politics” LMAO
Hilarious double standard
Comment by KJWeb8 at 02/02/2025 at 16:23 UTC
0 upvotes, 0 direct replies
Sounds good. Never share the Kool aid.
Comment by mnemonicer22 at 02/02/2025 at 11:45 UTC
-13 upvotes, 1 direct replies
I'd urge you mods to change this. The only soft way to land this coup without a hot civil war is organizing mass protest across the nation. Reddit is one of the only platforms not under control of republicans and will likely play a role in organizing.