St. Paul Mayoral Race
Jay Benanav Benanav was elected to the St. Paul City Council in 1997, representing the city's 4th Ward, which includes several northwestern neighborhoods. Benanav is an attorney and has been president of the Workers Compensation Reinsurance Association since 1987. He previously served as deputy commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. He is a graduate of the State University of New York and of St. John's University School of Law in New York. Benanav is a founder of his synagogue, Shir Tikva Congregation. He lives in the Merriam Park neighborhood with his wife and three children. Recent Stories and Interviews: 11/7/01 - Audio: Kelly on MPR's Midday 11/6/01 - Kelly narrowly defeats Benanav 11/4/01- Benanav, Kelly debate 11/2/01 - Poll: Kelly leads Benanav 10/31/01 - Campaign Profile: Jay Benanav 10/24/01 - St. Paul candidates reflect neighborhoods 10/16/01 - Mayoral debate on Midday (Listen) 10/11/01 - Back to business in St. Paul 10/8/01- St. Paul business forum (Listen) 9/11/01- Benanav, Kelly head for November showdown 9/7/01 - The 'Norm Factor' 9/5/01 - Mayoral debate (Listen) 9/4/01- Candidate profile 8/15/01- Candidates try to break from pack 8/15/01 - Meet the Candidate series on MPR's Midday. (Listen)		Benanav's Web Page
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