Colton Kratky was born in Fort Worth, Texas in 1991. In 2009 he went to college and in 2013 he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, both of these experiences helped him learn about people from other cultures and backgrounds. When Colton moved to Minnesota he had a completely different worldview from when he had left home. With this, he realized the importance of Education, Healthcare, and Community support. In January, 2022 when he learned that he was going to be a father, he realized he needed to take action to ensure that his child, and the next generations, would have access to these things. This is what has led him to pursue a run for office and make a brighter future for all.