is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Leah Hanson State House District 18A North Mankato, MN Leah Hanson is a dedicated social worker with experience building programs, supporting policy initiatives, & strengthening community partnerships. She holds a MSW from MNSU. She works for a local nonprofit providing direct service and support in housing programs, homeless shelters, and substance use treatment centers. Leah grew up on a farm near Kasota and attended St. Peter Public Schools. She studied at MNSU; & she made North Mankato home over 10 years ago. Her campaign centers on: Housing affordability & stability Economic justice Investment in mental health & social services Promoting healthy communities in Greater Minnesota Building a government that listens, leads & acts with integrity info@leahhansonforhouse.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Aaron Kania State House District 3A Lake Vermillion Township, MN Aaron comes from a strong union family and has worked a career in Law Enforcement, Wildland Fire, and Forestry. He recently retired as the US Forest Service District Ranger in Ely Minnesota. He resides on the beautiful shores of Lake Vermilion. Aaron volunteers with several trail clubs to build and maintain trails in the Tower Area. When not volunteering he is usually out cutting firewood, fishing or hunting. info@kaniaforhouse.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Zachary Dorholt State House District 14B St. Cloud, MN Zach Dorholt is a lifelong Minnesotan, mental health professional, dedicated father of three girls, and community advocate committed to making our state a great place to live, work, and raise a family. Zach earned his BA in Community Development and MS in Counseling Psychology from St. Cloud State University. Elected to the Minnesota House in 2012, Zach served as Vice Chair of the Higher Education Committee, championing affordable education and student success. He currently serves on the St. Cloud Area School Board, where he works to ensure every child has access to quality public education. Zach is also a nonprofit leader and co-founder of the Independent Music Collaborative of Central Minnesota, promoting youth engagement, local arts, and sober spaces. His service spans multiple boards focused on sustainability, public health, and civic engagement. votezachdorholt@gmail.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Rep. Betty McCollum U.S. House District 4 St. Paul, MN Congresswoman Betty McCollum is running for re-election to continue representing Minnesota’s Fourth Congressional District in Congress. Over her career representing the East Metro, Betty has been a strong voice for the environment, universal health care, quality education, economic opportunity, organized labor, human rights, a smart national security policy, and more. As Minnesota’s sole member of the Appropriations Committee in Congress, Betty is uniquely-positioned to deliver billions of dollars in federal funding each year for projects, programs, and services that save lives, create jobs, boost economic security, improve our infrastructure, and grow our local economy. info@mccollumforcongress.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Sen. Heather Gustafson State Senate District 36 Vadnais Heights, MN Heather was born and raised in small-town Minnesota, the daughter of a teacher and business manager, and granddaughter of a Navy veteran and Iowa farmers. She built a 14-year career in radio before earning her teaching license and a master's degree in Education. She taught high school history, including in the Centennial School District, before joining the Senate in 2023. As a lawmaker, she authored a $300 million public safety package, landmark anti-fraud reform, and free school meals for every student. Over 70% of her bills are bipartisan. She and her husband have four children and several rescue pets. voteheathergustafson@gmail.com Donate Website

< Back Representative Betty McCollum Democrat - District 4 Contact Form Office & Contact Information Washington, DC 2426 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-6631 St. Paul Office Open by appointment only to constituents: 661 LaSalle Street, Suite 110 St. Paul, MN 55114 Phone: (651) 224-9191 Committee Assignments: House Appropriations Committee Ranking Minority, Defense Subcommittee Interior-Environment Subcommittee

Edelgard Fernandez Mejia is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 19B Back Edelgard Fernandez Mejia MN House of Representatives House District 19B Owatonna, Minnesota Hey everyone, I'm Edel Fernandez and I'm running for Minnesota House District 19B. I'm running to give voice to the voiceless and to remind those who struggle that they are not alone. I will work hard for each and every person in the district, not just for those who vote for me. I'm running on a campaign of Southern Minnesota values where we take care of those in our community and we respect everyone, even those we disagree with. Where we work together and we win together. edelforhouse@gmail.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Mark Legvold State Senate District 58 Northfield, MN Mark Legvold: Veteran, Farmer, Educator – A real Dirt-Road Democrat Mark’s story centers around the core values he grew up with on the farm and continued in his career in the military and in public education: Work hard, serve others, act with integrity, value learning, and treat others with care and respect. Mark served both active duty US Air Force and in the MN Air National Guard. His career spanned 33 years. He was both a teacher and administrator in Saint Paul Public Schools for 10 years and throughout his life has been an active part of his family farm, raising corn and soybeans. He has also served in his township on both the planning commission and as the elected clerk. legvold4mnsen58@gmail.com Donate Website

Rep. Heather Keeler is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 4A Back Rep. Heather Keeler MN House of Representatives House District 4A Moorhead, Minnesota Heather is a proud Moorhead Spud mom to two boys, two-time alum of MSUM, and a neighbor actively engaged in her community. Before elected Representative Keeler in November 2020, Heather worked in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota with community partners to improve education equity and healthcare access and community engagement for unrepresented communities. During her first term in office, Heather served as the Vice Chair of the Preventing Homelessness Committee and as a Member of the Conference Committee for Higher Education. Currently in her second term, Heather serves as the Vice Chair of the Child And Families Policy and Finance Committee and is as the only BIPOC queer member on the Health and Human Services Conference Committee. Heather also served on the Minnesota Indian Affairs Council for 3 years. In 2019, Heather successfully spearheaded the movement for the City of Moorhead to recognize and celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day annually on the second Monday of October, which she later shepherded through the MN House becoming a state-wide day of honor and remembrance. heather4house@gmail.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Steve Holm State House District 20B St. Charles, MN Raised on a farm, Steve learned to be innovative. That helped him in a 41-year career at Mayo Clinic where he was a Lead Analyst Programmer managing teams enhancing the Electronic Medical Record system. He led projects improving healthcare efficiency and patient safety, understanding the best solutions come from listening to the people closest to the problem. Steve served on the Saratoga Township Planning and Zoning Board, then for 7 years as an elected Saratoga Township Supervisor. He currently serves on the Winona County Planning and Zoning Board and the MiEnergy Advisory Committee. Steve’s experience, leadership, and problem-solving skills will serve him well in the House. voteholmforhouse@gmail.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Trina Swanson U.S. House District 8 Hermantown, MN Trina Swanson is running for Congress in Minnesota’s 8th District. She recently retired from a 25-year career as a public servant with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. She grew up in Hermantown and attended the University of St. Thomas and law school at Mitchell Hamline. Swanson is running to ensure universal healthcare and an economy that allows folks to comfortably support their families, afford groceries, and help their kids reach their goals. She isn't afraid of holding an in-person town hall and engaging with both sides of the aisle. Swanson will be the representative who advocates for our community, rather than voting with blind loyalty to a party or president. campaign@trinaforcongress.com Donate Website

< Back Senator Tina Smith Democrat - U.S. Senate Contact Form Office & Contact Information Washington, DC 720 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-5641 Metro Office 60 Plato Blvd. East Suite 220 Saint Paul, MN 55107 Phone (651) 221-1016 Southern Office 1202-1/2 7th Street NW Suite 218 Rochester, MN 55901 Phone (507) 218-2003 Northwestern & Central Office 819 Center Avenue Suite 2A Moorhead, MN 56560 Phone (218) 284-8721 Northeastern Office 515 W. Ist Street Suite 104 Duluth, MN 55802 Phone (218) 722-2390 Committee Assignments: Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee on Finance Committee on Indian Affairs Subcommittee Ranking Member on Housing, Transportation, and Community Development Subcommittee Member on Digital Assets