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How FCC newspapers make political endorsements
Forum Communications Co. says final national and statewide endorsements will be reviewed by ownership, while readers can submit feedback by email.
Forum Communications and the FCC Editorial Advisory Board will issue endorsements in the coming weeks for the 2026 general election, helping voters in Minnesota, the Dakotas, Wisconsin, and Montana select representatives for 2027.
Using traditional news-gathering tools, seasoned editors form endorsements through candidate interviews, debate attendance, and reviews of Voter Guide responses, while maintaining separation between news reporting and opinion sections.
Boards prioritize business-friendly candidates who favor prudent regulations and problem-solving over divisive posturing, while asserting that endorsed candidates do not receive a free pass.
Endorsements are not intended as the final word, but rather catalyze public debate, as the organization encourages each voter to research and inform themselves before deciding.
Citizens across the Midwest can access news and analysis on the Election Central website section and utilize the Minnesota Voter Guide and North Dakota Voter Guide, produced in collaboration with the League and Women Voters.