What does Tim Pawlenty do?
Politician
Lawyer
Tim Pawlenty/Professions
Timothy James Pawlenty (/pəˈlɛnti/; born November 27, 1960) is an American attorney, businessman, and politician. A Republican, he served as the 39th governor of Minnesota from 2003 to 2011.
What nationality is Pawlenty?
American
Tim Pawlenty/Nationality
Was Tim Pawlenty a Democrat or Republican?
Republican Party
Tim Pawlenty/Parties
When did Tim Pawlenty run for president?
Tim Pawlenty 2012 presidential campaign
| Tim Pawlenty for President 2012 | |
|---|---|
| Campaign | U.S. presidential election, 2012 |
| Candidate | Tim Pawlenty 39th Governor of Minnesota (2003–2011) |
| Affiliation | Republican Party |
| Status | Withdrew, August 14, 2011 |
What is the motto for Minnesota?
L’Étoile du Nord
Minnesota/Motto
L’etoile du Nord (translation: “Star of the North”) was adopted formally as the official state motto in 1861. Henry Sibley selected this motto to be used on the state seal and the Legislature approved both the seal and the motto at the same time. Laws of Minnesota 1861, Chapter 43.
What is Minnesota’s nickname?
Land of 10,000 Lakes
North Star StateThe Gopher State
Minnesota/Nicknames
Minnesota’s official nickname comes from its French state motto, adopted in 1861: l’étoile du nord meaning, “the star of the north.” Another unofficial nickname is the Land of 10,000 Lakes because, well, Minnesota has thousands of lakes—11,842 to be exact!
Why is mn called the Star of the North?
The land that became Minnesota was the northernmost section in the Northwest Territory, and Minnesota is the northernmost state in the contiguous United States. Because of this motto, one of Minnesota’s nicknames is The North Star State.
What is Minnesota’s state flower?
Showy lady’s slippers
Minnesota/State flower
The showy lady’s slipper is Minnesota’s state flower. Since 1925, the state has regulated the collection and commercial sale of this species. The showy lady’s-slipper is one of 43 orchid species that grow in Minnesota. Many people consider it the most beautiful flower in the state.
What is Minnesota’s state muffin?
blueberry muffin
The blueberry muffin was adopted as the state muffin in 1988. The blueberry muffin was adopted as the official muffin of the state of Minnesota in 1988. 1 c.