Jon Wilson is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 21B Back Jon Wilson MN House of Representatives House District 21B St. James, Minnesota I was born and raised in Fairmont, Minnesota, before heading off to college. I first attended Grand View College, where I played baseball and graduated with a political science degree. After college, I never really found my career until going back to school to get my teaching degree. I have spent the last 18 years teaching social studies and coaching baseball and football at St. James High School. In 2022, I decided to run for St. James mayor, but not in the traditional way. I decided to run as a write-in candidate. I have been so honored and humbled by the massive support I received in that election and also as the Mayor of St. James. jonwilsonformnhouse@outlook.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Joe Brothers State House District 48A Victoria, MN My name is Joe Brothers and I started working at a young age delivering newspapers in my hometown. I graduated from high school, then college, married the love of my life and my best friend, taught for 11 years, coached football and basketball, and started a family. When our third child was born and the costs of day care were as much as or more than my paycheck, my wife and I discussed and decided to have me become a stay-at-home dad. I stayed home for five years while our children were young and then, once our youngest started kindergarten, I started working for Wells Fargo. While at Wells Fargo, I rose through the company to become a Vice President in the Home Mortgage division. I will bring the experiences of my life and work plus the experiences of others to the State Capitol in St. Paul to solve the problems facing the state of Minnesota. I'm also connecting, listening, learning, and remaining focused on the issues that matter the most to the people of Waconia, Victoria, Chaska, Cologne, Mayer, and the surrounding townships. I'm also working to make St. Paul look more like Carver County and rural Minnesota. I have three adult children and I live in the small town of Victoria. I absolutely love the beautiful downtown with the bike path running over the old railroad bed and Carver Park Reserve within minutes. I like hearing the families and kids playing, the swans, cranes, geese, ducks, and, the occasional pheasant, flying, and the birds chirping. I love to hunt, fish, hike, cross country and downhill ski, snowshoe, snowmobile, enjoy the lakes in the summer, and drive around rural Minnesota. I enjoy sporting clays, trap, and skeet as well as shooting guns at shooting ranges. I'm at home at a rodeo, a tractor pull, a sprint car race, a farmers market, on a lake, at a theater performance, or at an art fair. On certain days, when the wind is blowing just right, he can smell the manure from the dairy farm across the road while walking around his neighborhood with the family dog, Bentley. It reminds him of home and brings back fond memories from growing up in Montana. joebrothersformnhouse@gmail.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

Amy Klobuchar is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for U.S. Senate in Back Amy Klobuchar U.S. Senate Plymouth, Minnesota. Amy Klobuchar, an esteemed leader in Congress, is committed to the prosperity of our community. With a background in public service and a reputation for bipartisan collaboration, she tirelessly advocates for affordable healthcare, economic growth, and educational excellence. Amy's dedication to practical solutions and ability to bridge divides have made her a respected figure in Washington. Endorsed by the DFL Rural Caucus, she champions values that resonate across Minnesota. Support Amy Klobuchar for a future where pragmatic leadership prevails, ensuring our voices are heard, and our community flourishes. info@amyklobuchar.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Joe Staloch State House District 23A Albert Lea, MN Joe Staloch is a returning candidate from 2024 with deep roots in southern Minnesota. He grew up on his family’s farm near Wells, graduated from United South Central High School, and earned a geology degree from Winona State University. His background includes nearly a decade in environmental services, working on hazardous materials, spill response, and soil and water protection. Since returning home, Joe has focused on the challenges facing rural communities, including health care, schools, housing, infrastructure, broadband, and good jobs close to home. His campaign is rooted in growing opportunity close to home and bringing practical, community-focused leadership to St. Paul. info@joe23a.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Julie Kelzer State Senate District 17 Norwood Young America, MN Hi, my name is Julie Kelzer, I'm a small business owner from Norwood Young America. A mother of two, who started working in customer service at 14, including managing beauty salons. During the COVID epidemic, I started a home-based cleaning business in order to supervise the education of her children, one of whom had special needs. My key priorities, include: Affordable health care with greater access to specialists and mental healthcare in rural Minnesota. Strengthening and restoring cuts to education. Stronger locally owned farm economy, with fair markets and anti-trust protections. Revise regulations on small businesses to ensure success. Revise regulations on home based daycares and centers to help lower costs. I will work for the people and not corporate interests. The state needs to overhaul the budget to fund top priorities, especially with the federal funding cuts. Raising taxes is not a solution the people can afford. I want to deliver for the people, we all deserve better. contact@juliekelzer4mnsenate.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Simon Glaser State Senate District 24 Rochester, MN Simon Glaser has been a teacher for 30 years, moving to Rochester with his family in 2010. Simon has always lived a life of public service -- in the schools, as a union officer, and as a volunteer leader in the community. With decades of experience as an educator, organizer, and advocate, he has built a reputation as a leader who listens, collaborates, and focuses on results. hello@simonglaser.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Samuel Grigsby State House District 6A Grand Rapids, MN I am a retired firefighter/emt here in Grand Rapids. I am a member of the Grand Rapids police dept. as a security officer at our local hospital and also serve as a volunteer member of the police reserve squad. I have been a member of the Mt. Itasca ski patrol member since December of 1994. I am a former teamster while working at Ferrellgas here in Grand Rapids. I am married to my beautiful wife of soon to be 35 years and we have 4 sons and 4 beautiful grandchildren. I have served as a fire instructor for the State of MN. from 1998 until my retirement in 2022. My family and people i hope to represent deserve someone who will fight for this area not play party line politics. grigsbyforhouse6amn@gmail.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Joey Smyth State House District 30A Otsego, MN I've spent my entire working career in retail, serving and working directly with people in our community. That experience taught me that leadership starts with listening and that real solutions come from understanding the everyday challenges people face. As a moderate Democrat, I'm running for House District 30A. We need transparent leadership that answers to the people, practical steps to lower costs for working families, and a government that is accessible and responsive to everyone. I'm not running to play partisan politics; I'm running to serve. If you're ready for common-sense leadership that puts our community first, I'm asking for your support. smyth@vote4joeysmyth.org Donate Website

Pete Johnson is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 8A Back Pete Johnson MN House of Representatives House District 8A Duluth, Minnesota Pete is a firefighter, father of two girls, and married to his wife, Dehlia. Raised without indoor plumbing or electricity on 260 acres in rural Lake County. Pete’s upbringing instilled in him strength, compassion, and grit, shaping his commitment to fighting for the causes he believes in. After high school, he pursued a degree at St. Cloud State. While studying, he worked nights and weekends in the Emergency Room, where he discovered a passion for serving. In 2002, Pete joined a fire department in Colorado. In 2005, he returned to join the Duluth Fire Dept., working alongside his brother. Pete promises to bring the same dedication, compassion, and drive he has as a firefighter to St. Paul. peter.l.johnsonmn@gmail.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Jack L'Heureux State House District 11B Mora, MN I was born and raised in International Falls, MN. For 33 years I was the Administrator/CEO of a Long-Term Care Facility. I have developed a strong servant leadership style designed to protect my residents, families, and staff. This industry is challenging requiring skills in leadership, finance, negotiating, and in lobbying for favorable legislation. After I retired from that industry, I took up a new career as the Executive Director of Mora Housing and Redevelopment Authority. This has led to a passion for providing affordable and stable housing. I have served on city council, Mayor of Mora, EDA for Mora and Kanabec County. I was on Mora Chamber of Commerce, Kanabec Hospital Board. jack@jackformnhouse.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Arlis Sayler State House District 13A Eden Valley, MN I have been married over 45 years. We have 4 grown children and 7 grand children. I grew up in North Dakota on two different Dairy Farms. After working in the oilfields for 2 years after high school, I got my agricultural engineering degree at NDSU. I worked for Cargill for 35 years and during that time my MBA was achieved. I am retired but running because of the work that must be done to build back a strong future for rural Minnesota in district 13A. admin@arlisformn.com Donate Website