Minnesota's new flag reveals sharp generational and political divides
The North Star state's new flag elicited divided opinions by age, race and ethnicity, and party.
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North Star Promise earns broad support among Minnesotans
A clear majority have an at least somewhat favorable view of the state's new college financial aid program.
Black Minnesotans less likely to travel ‘up north’
While most Minnesotans travel to northern Minnesota regularly, Black residents are evenly split on whether they make the annual trip
Which Minnesotans worry most about making mortgage or rent payments?
Worry over housing costs varies widely by income, age, and race and ethnicity.
Which Minnesotans are most likely to use ride-hailing services?
Minnesotans with higher incomes and those with college degrees are especially likely to have used ride-hailing services like Uber or Lyft.
· 82% of Minnesotans with upper incomes have used a ride-hailing service
· 70% of Minnesotans with a college degree have done this
By contrast, these Minnesotans are the most likely
Most Minnesota sports fans say their team is headed in the right direction
Minnesota sports fans see a sunny future for their teams, though storm clouds have started to settle over one fan base.
Mixed views on business conditions in Minnesota
Note: This post is based on a January 2025 survey
Most Minnesotans said business conditions in the state are at least somewhat good, with more rating conditions positively than negatively.
Overall, 32% of Minnesota adults said business conditions in the state were extremely or very good, with a larger share