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Colton Kratky is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 29B Back Colton Kratky MN House of Representatives House District 29B Monticello, Minnesota 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. colton@kratky4mn.com Donate Website

Questions? Concerns? Get in contact with us! The DFL Rural Caucus is a community caucus of the Minnesota DFL, or Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party. Contact us for more information on how to get involved or any questions about our caucus. Contact Us! Questions? Concerns? Fill out this form or email info@dflruralcaucus.org and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Submit Thanks for submitting!

Pete Radosevich is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 11A Back Pete Radosevich MN House of Representatives House District 11A Cloquet, Minnesota Pete Radosevich is an attorney and business person in Carlton County, Minnesota. Pete practices law from his office in Esko, representing people in personal injury cases, divorce, real estate and other issues important to rural community members. He's also owned Esko Pizza Pies in Esko for 17 years, and publishes the Pine Knot News, an award-winning weekly newspaper covering northern Carlton County. He also host the weekly cable access TV show "Harry's Gang" on politics and current events, and writes an award-winning weekly column in his newspaper on local issues. Pete is married to Tara Radosevich and has 3 great children: Tommy, 16; Patrick; 15; and Ellie, 9. Pete@PeteRadosevichForHouse11A.com Donate Website

Chili Cookoff Fundraiser The DFL Rural Caucus is hosting a Chili Cook Off Fundraiser on Sun. Feb. 4th from 1 - 3pm at Bad Habit Brewing, 25 College Avenue North, St. Joseph, MN. Sen. Aric Putnam, Rep. Dan Wolgamott, Attorney General Keith Ellison (invited) and area DFL candidates will share 2024 election highlights and what's on the state legislative agenda. Bid on great silent auction items and enjoy a variety of chilis and the fixins, beer and soda, while an esteemed panel of judges picks the best chili. Get your $25 ticket today, or be a sponsor at $50, $100, $250 and $500. Help the DFL Rural Caucus kick off the 2024 election year on strong financial footing so we can help elect rural DFL legislative and Congressional candidates. Buy your ticket today! Buy Tickets Volunteer Can't attend? No worries! You can still support the Rural Caucus with a sponsorship or ticket online. If $25 is too much, give what you can or join the fun as our guest. Special Guests State Auditor Julie Blaha Senator Aric Putnam Representative Dan Wolgamott Attorney General Keith Ellison (Invited) Location Feb 04, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Bad Habit Brewing Saint Joseph, 25 College Ave N, St Joseph, MN 56374, USA

Rural Caucus resources for members Membership Resources Discover valuable resources from the Rural Caucus and other Democratic organizations that we recommend. Find meeting minutes, our constitution, and more. Access the resources below. Constitution & Bylaws Learn More Minutes and Agendas Learn More Submit an Event Learn More Resolutions Learn More Committees Learn More Local Units & Caucuses Learn More State DFL Trainings Learn More FAQ Learn More DFL Elected Officials Learn More

How to Craft Effective DFL Messaging for Rural Impact Register Now Sponsored by the DFL Rural Caucus in partnership with National Messaging experts from Connections Lab, George & Lisa Greene and Antonia Scatton Suggested Donation for Registration: $30 per student or $100 per unit (4 students). Classes will be recorded and made available to attendees. This is an online workshop through Zoom. Classes will be held on February 25, March 25, April 22, and May 27 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm CST. This four-part virtual workshop will teach you how to find the value in the message and frame it for more meaningful and productive conversations that have a lasting impact on your audience. Based on field-tested and proven cognitive science research, this series of dynamic webinars is designed to equip rural Democrats with the tools, strategies, and skills needed to amplify our values and expand our influence within rural communities. Participants will gain: Effective Messaging Techniques: Learn how to communicate in a new way that resonates with rural voters, enabling them to internalize our worldview and use it to evaluate policies. This training will focus on making complex ideas relatable and accessible. Community Building for Local Organizers: Discover strategies to foster a strong sense of community within local units. This will empower organizers to draw in more supporters, build momentum, and activate local networks to spread the message. Messaging for Candidates and Elected Officials: Ensure that local candidates and current officeholders feel confident and equipped to align their messaging with our broader strategy, fostering consistency and unity in communication. Strategic Messaging for Key Rural Issues: Develop a comprehensive messaging plan for five critical rural issues, ensuring that the message is clear, compelling, and aligned with local needs and values. Optional Online Discussion Group: An optional space for participants to continue the conversation, share best practices, and exchange lessons learned from the webinars, ensuring ongoing collaboration and improvement. By the end of the series, rural Democrats will be empowered to shape the political narrative in their communities, create meaningful change, and drive collective action for a better future. While this training is not designed to give students a list of exact messages, it will give them a foundation so they can create messaging on any issue that cuts through and connects with whomever they are speaking with. Meet Your Teachers George F. Greene has trained thousands of Democrats in the practice of framing in Minnesota and around the U.S. and has worked in media, political messaging, and activist training for decades. He founded the Connections Lab hosting on-location and online training sessions for Democratic activists. They’ve trained candidates and organizers through partnerships with multiple state organizations including the Minnesota DFL and Missouri, Michigan, Washington, and Georgia State Democratic parties. George has been active in Minnesota’s Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party and is a long-standing member of the State Central Committee. His work as Chair of MN Congressional District 3 helped make it consistently a national leader in voter contact and voter turnout. Learn more about Connections Lab here: https://connectionslab.org/ In 2023, they joined forces with Antonia Scatton to create the Turnaround Project, a joint project of the Association of State Democratic Committees. For more than 25 years, Antonia has been behind the scenes, working for, training, and advising political campaigns, party committees, and advocacy organizations across the country. She is an expert in political messaging and framing. She studied cognitive linguistics with messaging guru and best-selling author, George Lakoff, and worked closely with him for more than a year to develop practical ways for people to apply his discoveries about the science of messaging in their day-to-day work. Read Antonia’s “Reframing America” Substack here: https://reframingamerica.substack.com/ TESTIMONIAL: 2024 Minnesota Election and How This Messaging Worked in the Field In October of the 2024 cycle, Antonia came to Minnesota and worked closely with the Rachel Bohman for Congress (MN01) campaign to develop and employ strategic messaging. Building off Antonia’s research and work with focus groups, she guided the Bohman team in developing a message around the economy. See this piece for the basic premise of this messaging The Bohman campaign began using this message (almost exclusively) in early October. In every situation, the response was immediate and transformative. Voters at the doors were in tears and told the campaign “that they’d never felt so understood”. Staunch Republicans would immediately agree with the messaging and at one Farm Bureau event, an older, very Republican farmer came up to Rachel and told her he couldn’t wait to tell his son what she’d just said. At a large candidate forum, the waitress at the venue started crying – and sought the candidate out afterwards – when Rachel used this messaging during her speech . This messaging created a connection with the voter which led to a better conversation and created a point of shared values and agreement. As we’ve since heard from nearly every national pundit, focusing on the economy should’ve been our topline message. The Bohman campaign truly feels that this messaging “cracked the code”.

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Mary Carlson State Senate District 11 Wrenshall, MN As Wrenshall School Board Chair and a business owner, I focus on solutions. I’ve led district consolidation and worked across the aisle at the Capitol in 2025 to secure vital funding. I believe schools are our heart and bring a collaborative spirit to every challenge, from curriculum funding to rural vitality. Running Pure Event Planning & Design and Decor Lab Duluth shows me the hurdles facing local families. When not working, I volunteer with equine rescues and enjoy life with my husband, Cole, our children, and our animals. I’m running for Senate to lead with joy and build a Minnesota where schools are strong, the economy thrives, and communities are safe for all. info@maryforminnesota.com Donate Website

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Learn more about the DFL Rural Caucus, what we do, and our team Our Caucus Officers & Directors Constitution & Bylaws Committees About The DFL Rural Caucus was established in 2019 with the goal of giving a voice to rural communities and addressing their unique needs. Rural Minnesota accounts for less than 20% of the state's population and has a rich history of self-sufficient rural citizens who built the foundation of American democracy. (x ) Despite the changes in the makeup of the United States, rural communities still face important issues such as access to reliable broadband, education, conservation, and healthcare. As the 2016 elections have shown, the Democratic Party cannot afford to ignore any county or vote in its quest for a fair and just society. To achieve this goal, the DFL must have a strong presence in every region of the state. The DFL Rural Caucus serves as a platform for rural residents to become active members of the DFL and actively engage with the ongoing work of the party. It aims to generate support for and understanding of rural issues among caucus members, the DFL, and key stakeholder organizations working on behalf of rural residents and communities. Since its formation, the Rural Caucus has focused on recruiting rural DFL members, providing support to county parties where rebuilding is needed, supporting DFL candidates, and recruiting high-quality candidates to ensure that no race goes uncontested. Meet Our Executive Board Exec Board Theresa Keaveny Chair Lori Sellner Treasurer Jeff Strand Vice Chair Susan Herder Outreach Officer Jacob Grippen Secretary 2025 Directors First Name Last Name Congressional District City Joe Shepherd 1 Rochester Eugenio Lopez 1 Worthington Dan Wilson 1 Rushford Julie Fryer 1 Chatfield Clinton Meyers 1 Walters Brian Rohrenbach 2 Rosemount Chuck Smith-Dewey 2 Lakefield Kathleen Stark 2 Le Sueur Susan Herder 5 Minneapolis Alissa Brickman 6 Sauk Rapids Jennifer Cronin 7 Pipestone Robert Larson 7 Moorhead Constitution & Bylaws Click the button below to read our constitution and bylaws. Read it Here Constitution

Get Your DFL Rural Caucus Yard Sign! Thank you for your interest in a DFL Rural Caucus yard sign! Please follow the steps below so we can track requests and get you your sign(s)! Getting a yard sign to show your support is easy! Follow these steps: 1. Fill Out the Request Form: Complete the form below with the required information. This helps us track requests. 2. Donation Page Redirect: After submitting the form, you will be automatically redirected to the Rural Caucus donation page. Here, you can make a donation to support our cause. We recommend at least a $20 donation to help us cover the costs of the signs and delivery! Get Your Yard Sign! First name Last name Email Phone Street Address Street Address Line 2 City Postal / Zip code How many signs are you requesting? What is your organizing unit? Choose an OU How are you donating? * Online (In-Person or Online) Cash (In-Person Only) What event are you attending? Submit

Josiah Ampian is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 16B Back Josiah Ampian MN House of Representatives House District 16B New London, Minnesota As the youngest child of four, I have always felt that family unity should come before each individuals personality(political or otherwise). From coming together for Christmas to just spending time every week, families (whether chosen or blood) are the quintessential unit that help bring us together as a community. Fostering that community takes time and patience, and a willingness to step outside of normal perceptions. As someone who has supervised and helped direct leadership in previous jobs, I am no stranger to that. It also takes responsibility that requires understanding the effects of actions taken not just directly, but also the after effects of decisions you make. In my spare time I enjoy playing video games, spending time with with my dog, nerding out to Marvel, and occasionally participating in theater. The arts and humanities are a big piece of why I love Kandiyohi/Minnesota, and it's one of the reasons I am going to stick around. josiah.d.ampian@gmail.com Donate Website

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