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Torey Van Oot

Torey Van Oot is a freelance writer based in Minneapolis.

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2 IS BETTER THAN 1

I Swear by These Two (Yes, Two) Shovels for Winter Snow Duty

There’s some peace of mind that I won’t be stranded without a shovel in the middle of a snowstorm and it’s worth every extra penny.

Torey Van Oot

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A-MAYO-ZING

The One Condiment I Always Have in My Fridge

What condiments could you not live without?

Torey Van Oot

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GETTING THINGS DONE

The To-Do List Method That Finally Got My Life in Order

Who knew graph paper could make such a difference?

Torey Van Oot

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STAY WARM

Cold Weather Gear That Will Get You Through Any Winter

Winter is coming, but that doesn’t mean you need to freeze.

Torey Van Oot

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GIFT GUIDE 2022

Get Out the Gift With These Gifts for Political Junkies

Don’t debate—just buy these political gifts instead.

Torey Van Oot

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GIFT GUIDE

Adventurous Gifts for the Outdoors Lover in Your Life

Whether you’re looking to buy for the casual wanderer, novice adventurer, or experienced voyager in your life, here are some gifts that are sure to please.

Torey Van Oot

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MIDTERMS

Winning 101: These Books Take You Inside A Campaign

Politics are not for the faint of heart. Neither are these books.

Torey Van Oot

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THINK PINK

9 Books To Get You Psyched—And Prepared—For The “Pink Wave”

Step 1: Register to vote. Step 2: Read these books.

Torey Van Oot

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BELLWETHER

Not So Minnesota Nice: Midterm Fights Light Up Swing State

These are the kind of districts Republicans need to win to keep the House.

Torey Van Oot

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Roe Under Fire

Red States Are Moving Up Abortion Bans to Undercut Roe

‘We’ll just go lower and lower and lower until the point where there aren’t abortions being done.’

Torey Van Oot

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