Four years ago, you were elected governor of Minnesota as an independent. In June, you announced that you wouldn't seek re-election. So tell us, who proved the more formidable foe: the elitist left or the religious right?
I got more trouble from the religious right. They are much more vocal and organized. I vetoed a bill that would force women to wait 24 hours before getting an abortion. I made an offer to the right wing: ''I'll sign this bill if you make all optional surgical procedures have a 24-hour waiting period, which would include liposuction.'' They were appalled.
Who is the public figure you would most like to smack around in the wrestling ring?
George Will. [...]
Sunday, August 18, 2002
Sometimes Jesse Ventura is OK.