For all its diversity, a lot of blanket statements are made about Minnesotans. They all like Prince. They say "breezers" instead of "hockey pants." They all say "ope."

However, the one that may have the highest degree of accuracy is that Minnesotans believe the Minnesota State Fair to be the unequivocal best in the country.

Well, do some shoulder rolls and neck stretches before continuing this story, because, if you're from Minnesota, you'll be doing a lot of nodding. A Readers' Choice Award from USA Today 10Best has crowned the Minnesota State Fair the best in the nation.

With nearly two million attendees last year, it draws a crowd for deep-fried Frankenstein's monster dishes, carnival rides, baby farm animals, and Grandstand concerts.

"It's one of the nation's biggest fairs, employi

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