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As the 2008 session draws to a close with no small amount of pomp and ceremony today, it is a time to reflect upon the marvel that is the modern democratic process. More particularly, it is a time to think about the countless hordes of people at the Capitol who toil every day to grease the cogs in the great machine that is our state government, their pleated khaki pants and skirts billowing softly in the gentle breeze coming in off the Mississippi. For it is not just the Sex Hog who deserves recognition. All who emerge dripping with sweat into the sunlight after months of drafting bills and desperately searching for common ground - even if that common ground consists simply of looking across the aisle gazing longingly at a particularly striking member of the opposition party.
So today, to recognize the profound brilliance, and hotness, that is our public servants at the Capitol, marks the launch of The Defenestrator's first annual "Most Beautiful People at the Capitol". The award recognizes the beauty and brains of all those who will emerge today on the Capitol steps, hungry for the alcohol and thousands of hours of comp time that is their due. And the top 10 most beautiful people at the Capitol, five men and five women, will receive a fabulous prize package and a photo shoot to be featured here, on The Rake. But to find those souls most deserving of this award, we need your help.
Yes, it's up to you to help determine who the top 10 most beautiful people at the Capitol are. So if a legislative assistant caught your eye from across the aisle, if a fetching intern's work on health care reform dazzled you in its brilliance, if you were stopped in your tracks by a strapping researcher with rippling triceps balancing a daunting stack of books that rivaled any of Hercules' 12 labors, or even if the dizzying smile of a Capitol police officer brought to mind fantasies of being "taken in" for petty larceny, let us know in the comments below (yes, we take anonymous comments) or send us an email at goldsmith@rakemag.com. Simply let us know who at the Capitol, from legislators to interns and lobbyists, fits the bill by Friday, May 30, and we'll tally the votes.
So before you run off to The Liffey to cope with the shock of effective legislative compromise, take a moment to nominate a colleague who toils in obscurity despite their obvious beauty and brains. For what is politics if not yet another quest for beauty, truth, and possibly someone who fills out Dockers in all the right ways?149 Reader Comments
Nick Busse
There seems to be a pattern developing here.
While reporting on a transportation committe meeting, I noticed the intellect, articulateness and, of course, good looks of the lean, dark-haired and lawyer-esque Judd Schetnan, government affairs director for the Metropolitan Council. He looks a little like Will from the Will and Grace show. He was very helpful and professional when I had to obtain more information from him for my news story. My interest was peaked enough that I later Googled him. Alas, I discovered he was already taken. Upon closer examination of the photo, the ring on his finger confirmed this.
I nominate Pam Steinle, the Asian beauty who writes for Politics in Minnesota. Besides being a wonderfully outgoing and social young woman, Steinle was raised on a farm and has an amazing work ethic. In her 20s, she is raising two foster children with her husband, is active in church and drives 65 miles each way to her job in St. Paul. She has also now been accepted into law school.
Besides being tall, dark and handsome, Session Daily reporter Nick Busse is a great writer who has contributed great trend pieces to the publication and is pumping up Session Daily's online resources for interested citizens.Busse also deservces recognization because he's been putting in incredible hours this session and still manages to cut a good figure in a suit and and have perfect hair.
I also nominate Nick Busse. He's essentially the twenty-something's answer to Jackie Kennedy, were she a powerful writer and better looking.
I nominate my beautiful co-worker Genevieve Davila! Vote for Genevieve!
Let's not forget the hunk of glory that is Peter Brickwedde. Have you ever looked into his beautiful eyes, those deep pools of lovin'? Be careful or you might drown in them!
The Brick (Peter Brickwedde) is the pinnacle of masculinity. You know the intro to Anchorman: "Suits so fine he makes Sinatra look like a hobo." and "A voice that could make a wolverine purr"? They just took that from the dictionary definition of "Peter Brickwedde."
Governor Pawlenty recently maligned the lack of sex in his relationship with his wife. Why? Once Peter Brickwedde showed up at the capitol she would have no other. He's that sexy.
Brickwedde '08!
There's definitely a grassroots push for The Brick going on.
Peter Brickwedde is the obvious nomination...let it be known.
Nick Busse is not just good looking. He is a good guy.
Peter Brickwedde - a smart, articulate man. Constituents appreciate his hard work.
Brickalicious gets my vote.
I'd post a picture of Peter Brickwedde, but it might be so sexy that it'll bring the site down.
David Godfrey, Senate Fiscal Analyst. That rugged hunk of North Country manhood can crunch my numbers any time!
If there's one thing the legislature needs, it's North Country manhood with math skills.
I second the nomination of David Godfrey. A dreamboat helmed by a captain made of brains.
Speaking of the governor and his sex life, we can't forget to nominate Mary Pawlenty. She is quite a foxy lady and a very sweet and intelligent one to boot. Plus she deserves some recognition for all the barbs she must put up with from her husband. The sex life comment hasn't been his only one. He likes to poke fun at his wife and make her blush when they appear together. When Pawlenty was in Scott County for the swearing-in of a new judge, he quirped that he knows something about judges because he used to sleep with one.
The rising star of the Minnesota Senate, and foxy lady, Kathy Saltzman.
Rosa Tock, Legislative Director of the Chicano Latino Affairs Council.
Peter Brickwedde is the Infinite Jest of Capitol hotness. I saw him there once and have since lost all interest in everything but trying to catch a glimpse of him again.
Wow ... Well, not that it isn't flattering, we all know that this smoke screen of mistaken identity has me confused with my office neighbor Charlie Vander Aarde, who is truly the head turner around the Capitol. I urge all you posters to stop playing political games and come clean, lest this nomination go straight to Vetoland.
Genevieve Davila is definitely one hot DFL chick, yes you GOP barbies, there is one hot DFL chick.
The House Supply Guys. They come as a package....it's impossible to pick one out of the bunch. They're the hardest working and most laid back guys you'll ever meet....
Liz Mandelman
Add another one for Liz Mandelman
Carolyn LaViolette, LA to the stars, is one sweet hottie. And for the male side, I'll nominate Beau Berentson.
David Godfrey is my pick...the embodiment of sexy manhood...no contest!
I agree. His boyish good looks matched with his hard core legislative lats make him an obvious selection. The guy is a flat out hottie.
Did someone say computer sexy? I nominate Tom Des Lauriers and Nathan Hunstad from the DFL IT Department.
As for the ladies, Anne O'Conner and Brynn Hausz. They put the ASS in Legislative Assistant.
I know of no one better than Diogo Reis, House LA for Jaros and Sailer. His raw masculinity makes you want to learn Portuguese. He's so hot, Rep. Jaros has to wear shades. His name means "Kings" and he can be mine any day.
Laura "Lady" Brod. The only thing sharper than Lady Brod's monochromatic suits is her intellect. I sit across the aisle, but no one makes it hurt quite so good as Lady Brod. She can definitely ask me to yield.
Who could be sexier than the woman who puts up with Big Al? Any woman who can handle that deserves it all. My vote is for Dana.
Carolyn LaViolette is the perfect candidate!
Carolyn LaViolette all the way!
I vote for our quiet, cute, dimpled House DFL CS genius, Ryan O'Keefe. His superior writing skills and boyish charm make him my top pick...GAAAVEL.
Count another vote for Carolyn LaViolette!
Carolyn LaViolette!!! I hear she was offered a Revlon model position, but turned it down.
Carolyn LaViolette, because she's a fox
House 2nd Assistant Sergeant-At-Arms and Postmistress Julia Miller. Rowr.
Carolyn LaViolette is definitely the winner.
The only guy hotter than Sean Rahn? Mike Charboneau - He is BOMBDIGGITY!
Vote for Petey Brickwedde! He donated pencils to my classroom and offered to chaperone my students to the zoo. He has helped the inner-city children of Chicago, I can only imagine how he helps Minnesota. Good man.
hmmm...it's gotta be Carolyn LaViolette
Melissa Parker
Charlotte & Megan (House DFL Aides). Both are pretty on the inside & out. They are the friendliest and most enjoyable to work with that I have found at the Capitol yet (and they are very pretty).
My vote goes to Carolyn LaViolette. True beauty, inside as well as outside.
Jennifer Schaubach, Smarter than a 5th grader? Yes. America's Next Top Model? Yes. Is she the hottest cutie at the Capitol? Smokin! Most beautiful at the Capitol? Of course.
The award has to go to David Godfrey, fiscal analyst. You have to love a guy who's that good looking and modest to boot. When people ask for his digits, he actually thinks they mean spreadsheets.
Speaking of the transportation committee, Abby Mahin from the House is scorchin' hot.
Diogo hands down!
What about that health care reform intern? I hear Rachel Elledge is a total hottie!
How has Senator Michel not made this list yet?! Isn't he the only reason to go to Education committee?
David Godfrey, ooh la la!
DAVID GODFREY! I could talk Upper Payment Limits and DSH with him all day long. The sexiest thing about him is that he doesn't know he's sooooo sexy. Yummy, Yum, Yum!
Tom Dicklich from Rep. Sertich's office is terrible handsome! I guess they just breed them that way on the Range!
Without a doubt, Laura Blubaugh, Sen. Marty's CA. A bombshell. She makes a hearing on mercury fillings and crematoriums seem oh so sexy.
Who knows the name of Sen. Prettner Solon's intern that's in lawschool? I don't remember his name, but he was gorgeous.
My suggestions: Genevieve Davila, Lisa Sarne, David Godfrey, Matt Massman, and Laura Blubaugh.
LAHAMMER!
Especially her boots.
I always found Rep. Kate Knuth to be a total babe.
Easy call. Carolyn Laviolette and Sen.Ron Latz.
Dave Dederichs from the Chamber of Commerce is VERY hot.
It starts and ends with MMA's Sara Noznesky.
Contest over.
When it comes to perking people up during late night legislative sessions, David Godfrey is more effective than a bucket of coffee. Watch a little of the coverage on cable, and you can see quite a few heads turn in unison when he struts his stuff across the floor.
Joyce Vogt.
Peter Brickwedde gets my vote!
It's shocking we've gone this far, and no one has mentioned Katy Lehmann. Anyone who has to swing through the St Paul Suite (Room 120) in the Capitol has noticed her.
There are many others, but this had to get up. Shame on you all for not mentioning it earlier. It would be nice to see some variety on this list, so don't just keep voting for the same 5 people. I know there are more attractive people than that at the Capitol.
It's shocking we've gone this far, and no one has mentioned Katy Lehmann. Anyone who has to swing through the St Paul Suite (Room 120) in the Capitol has noticed her.
There are many others, but this had to get up. Shame on you all for not mentioning it earlier. It would be nice to see some variety on this list, so don't just keep voting for the same 5 people. I know there are more attractive people than that at the Capitol.
Don't be too hard on them. Katy Lehmann has been nominated via email, along with Committee Page Sophia Ginis and MANY others
Will Seuffert, LA for Sen. Terri Bonoff, and Alice Seuffert, CA for Sen. Linda Higgins.
Senator Dan Sparks
Laura Blubaugh, who has the best legs in the building!
My wife thinks Ron Paul is sexy. Fortunately she digs smart guys.
Laura Brod is definitely the sexiest legislator (and perhaps somday Governor...)
laura brod for sure. Sharp dresser freat shoes always. Could seduce enviros to belive global warming is a myth.
No list is complete without the former Miss Meghan Shea. There is something to be said for pure beauty and innocent charm.
She brings grace and civility back into the lobbying game.
David Arons, American Cancer Society is smooooooooth like butta!!
A man with a cancer fighting mission he IS the cure.
one man, two loafers, always a neck tie and a brown scarf hanging around that sassy neck!
Can I get an "amen" for Julian Johnson and Pat Daley, Assistant Network Specialists with the Senate? They're bringin' sexy back to IT in a big way!
Dan Olson from Senate duplicating, he has got a great smile, among other things.....
Oooo, David Arons at American Cancer Society, so my hero! And that brown scarf-- totally hot.
Where have all the good men gone and where are all the gods?
Where's the great white Hercules to fight the rising odds?
Isn't there a white knight upon a fiery steed? Fighting Back against Cancer...
Late at night I toss and I turn and I dream of what i need
I need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero till the end of the night
he's gotta be strong and he's gotta be fast
and gotta be fresh from the fight against cancer
I need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero till the morning light
He's gotta be sure and he's gotta be soon
And he's gotta be larger than life
Larger than life
Hottie Ms. Isis Stark, is she still single???
Two words. Billie Ball.
Isis Stark should be on your top 10 list. Not only is she a smart cookie, she can wear a suit like no other. The girl works out and it shows!
David Godfrey for sure. Enormous brains, good hair, great spectacles and of course his heart warming humility = Politically delicious!
Krista Romportl in Senate Majority Research... hot stuff.
Tara Mack. I think she is a GOP staffer.
Sen. Saltzman's LA, Genevieve Davila has the best legs in the capitol.
I think Isis Stark could give her a run for "best legs"...have you seen them? They're great! I mean, wow!
I'm worried we're moving too far away from where we started. Let's get back to the foundation. The Brick foundation that is Petey B.
Sara Noznesky - a goddess
David Arons - gawdy
Nathan Hicks
Lisa Sarne
Brian Halloran
Nicki Mabrey
Tim Michaels
Kevin Mchenry
Regina Garza
Julian Johnson
Jamie Olson
Beau Berentson
High boot wearing....
Sexy voice talking....
Sound bite finding....
Anthropology wearing...
===LAHAMMER===
Sen. Geoff Michel is a smokin hot piece of man meat.
Dave Gillette! Handsome in cartoon version and real life.
Sexist shoes at the Capital: Carolyn LaViolette
Erin Campbell, "The Boss" herself. No one is sexier in martini flip-flops.
Just a reminder folks. The nominations close tomorrow. If you have any more, post them here or email them to me at goldsmith@rakemag.com. And it never hurts to include a photo or point us to where we can find one online to help speed the judging along!
Carley Barber from the Department of Health and Melissa Reed from the City of Minneapolis should be on your list.
Y'all have missed two lobbyist hotties:
Mr. Tall, Dark and Handsome: Phil Stalboerger from Blue Cross
And the best legs at the capitol: Ms. Kelly Wolfe from Leonard, Street and Deinard
Melissa Reed from the City of Minneapolis. Not only is she exponentially hotter and better-dressed than any of the other women at the Capitol, she's quite the lobbyist as well.
Boy - so many women, so many good choices.
Isis Stark definitely has to get my vote. First of all, let's just start with the name - Isis - now if that doesn't scream goddess, I don't know what would. Secondly, tenacious with a capitol T. She works with the Nature Conservancy if I'm not mistaken - pretty sure she could charm Jason Lewis or Rush Limbaugh into buying a chunk of endangered rainforest and adopting a spotted owl, polar bear or whatever the cute, endangered, inedible and urgently in need of protection critter du jour is. Third, can absolutely rock a pair of boots. Four, smart as hell and defintely knows her stuff. Finally....did I mention her name is ISIS.
isis for sure
Tom Scheck, a man with a face that would work on TV and a voice for radio.
Brent Urdahl is a cutie!
Members: Tony Sertich and Laura Brod
Staff: Julian Johnson and (the breathtaking) Laura Blubaugh
Lobbyists: Phil Stalboerger (BCBS) and Stacia Smith (Minn. Chamber)
Media: Tom Scheck (MPR) and Mary Lahammer (TPT)
Y'all are bullet balloting your pathetic year-long crushes on here. Let's get the real skinny on. Minneapolis lobbyist: Melissa Reed. Hotter'n a fahr cracka on the fourth of Jool Eye!
I vote Isis Stark!
Josh Gackle! Cutie-pahtootie...
Josh Gackle in the Governor's Office for sure. Handsome, smart and funny. What is it about those strong quiet farm boys?
I can't believe the people who are getting a mention on here. Half of them look like someone lit their face on fire and put it out with a rake. And I'm not talking magazines, here.
There's only one capitol hottie who puts them all to shame. I've been dying to conference my bill with Ms. Melissa Reed.
Brian Bakst of the Associated Press. Cute enough he should be on tv.
Matt Gehring. He is an attorney for the House of Representatives doing non-partisan legislation analysis. While he may be non-partisan, I have definitely taken a position on his long lean frame and boyish smile.
I support those who nominated Matt Gehring! Humble, intelligent, soft spoken-this attorney can definitely give me the rundown on instant runoff voting any time!
Matt Gehring... he can caucus with me anytime.
What about the cute blonde on third floor? I think she a GOPer in their corridor.
I'm with the guy who wants to vote for photo shoot poses and outfits.
Laura Brod in a bikini or re-creating the Laurie Coleman lingerie shoot would be outstanding.
The all fours thing drinking milk from a saucer would be a bonus. I hear she has a freaky side.
I'd like to caucus with her, pronto.
Freaky side.... do tell. I think you are teasing us ...
The reason I ask about the freaky side is that I hear Brod has a 'too good to be true' or 'angelic' quality to her with no baggage. However, now that I think about it ... maybe this angelic summa cum laude grad (her website) is just as exciting as one with a freaky side!! Maybe this girl next door GOP wonder woman should be shown reading a book or at the committee table trying to pass legislation in a string bikini rather than drinking milk as has been previously suggested. Many, many, options -- all of them good. Bring' her on!
Laura Bod + string bikini = something we'd all like to see.
Nothing better than an angelic good girl with a freaky side.
Laura B. spends lots of time in the capitol and keeps the GOP boys club very close. She sports a conservative monochromatic exterior, but I hear that under the hood, she's built for speed and always outfitted to race.
Your comment is totally offensive. Please this site is about a playfulness but some of these comments are getting totally rude and inappropriate.
Best legs in the Capitol belong to Laura Bordelon in the Governor's Office.
Is Isis Stark the one we all call Buck-Tooth, and one with the kind-of weird shape???
Seriously, people, if this is the best it gets, things are BAD.
Lisa Sarne, no doubt. Not much of a brain, but she is smokin' hot.
Where can I see the full list and all photos? I just remember Nick Busse, shall I give him the first place?
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Is Isis Stark the one we all call Buck-Tooth, and one with the kind-of weird shape??? Seriously, people, if this is the best it gets, things are BAD
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