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Lorrie Janatopoulos is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 7B Back Lorrie Janatopoulos MN House of Representatives House District 7B Heikkala Lake UO, Minnesota Lorrie Janatopoulos is a lifelong resident of Northeastern Minnesota, active in public work her entire career with over three decades of experience in workforce and community development. Lorrie has served as a Director at the Department of Employment and Economic Development, as well as the Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency. Throughout her career she has championed economic development, affordable housing, and protecting the civil and human rights of all Minnesotans. Lorrie holds a Master of Public Affairs from the Humphrey School at the University of Minnesota, was a 2016 Bush Fellow, and named by the AARP as a “50 over 50 Disruptor” for her fearless work fighting for the Range. info@lorrieforhouse.com Donate Website

< Back Representative Kelly Morrison Democrat - District 3 Contact Form Office & Contact Information Washington, DC 1205 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-2871 Committee Assignments: Committee on Small Business Committee on Veterans' Affairs

Get involved with policy and help the DFL Rural Caucus enact change in Minnesota. Legislative Action Contact Your Legislator Legislative Upda tes Upcom ing Events Legislative Action You Can Help! Can you help us to support (or oppose) legislation during the legislative season in Minnesota? Or, with Federal legislation, as such issues develop? Also, you may enjoy watching the legislature in action. The combined legislative calendar lists hearings, meetings, or other events at the Minnesota Legislature that are coming up. Click Here Track Federal Legislation Upcoming Legislative Events Submit an Event Subscribe to Our Calendar Below are lists of upcoming hearings, lobbying days, and other events we encourage our members to attend. Leg Action Cal Resources 2023 DFL "To-Do" List 2023 Committee Deadlines Legislative Committees: House Agriculture Finance and Policy Capital Investment Climate and Energy Finance and Policy Commerce Finance and Policy Economic Development Finance and Policy Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy State and Local Government Finance and Policy Sustainable Infrastructure Policy Transportation Finance and Policy Ways and Means Senate Agriculture, Broadband, and Rural Development Committee Capital Investment Committee Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate Committee Environment, Climate, and Legacy Committee State and Local Government and Veterans Committee Transportation Committee

< Back Representative Angie Craig Democrat - District 2 Contact Form Office & Contact Information Washington, DC 2052 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-2271 Eagan Office 1915 Plaza Dr, Suite 202 Eagan, MN 55122 Phone: (651) 846-2120 Committee Assignments: House Committee on Agriculture Subcommittee on Commodity Exchanges, Energy and Credit Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities and Risk Management House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications & Technology Subcommittee on Health

< 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

Get Out the Vote Fundraiser! You're invited to attend the DFL Rural Caucus Get Out The Vote Virtual Fundraiser featuring keynote speaker Sen. Amy Klobuchar (invited) alongside DFL leaders who attended the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Join us for an inspiring evening of shared experiences and critical updates on the Rural Caucus's efforts to elect DFL candidates in Greater Minnesota. We are seeking sponsors at the following levels: Bronze : $50 Silver : $100 Gold : $150 Platinum : $250 (includes a complimentary "Growing Democracy" Rural Caucus sign). Sponsors will be acknowledged at the start and close of the event and featured in a special loop highlighting Rural Caucus-endorsed candidates. Our goal is to raise $2,500 to sustain our efforts. Your support is vital as we continue to give financial and grassroots assistance to key races, including the Harris-Walz ticket, Sen. Klobuchar, and Congressional candidates. Register Become a Sponsor Can't attend? No worries! You can still support the Rural Caucus with a sponsorship. Sponsors Platinum : $250 Aleta Borrud Craig & Deb Maki Chuck Smith Dewey Gold : $150 Mac Erhardt Jeff Stand & Kim Jeppesen Anita Fineday Silver : $100 Theresa Keaveny Bronze : $50 Alissa Brickman Ann Bajari Aaron Heim Eugenio Lopez Lisa Schoelerman

Sara Nett-Torgrimson is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 22B Back Sara Nett-Torgrimson MN House of Representatives House District 22B Mankato Township, Minnesota Sara Nett-Torgrimson is a small business owner and specialty flower farmer residing in Mankato Township with her spouse Scott, daughter Alice, three cats and a dog. She's a lover of rural life, farming, and building community. While born in North Dakota, Sara first put down roots in Minnesota in 1997, and returned to the state with her family in 2016. Minnesota is her home of choice, and she's honored to be running for the Minnesota State House is District 22B BetOnNettFor22B@gmail.com Donate Website

Reed Olson is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 2A Back Reed Olson MN House of Representatives House District 2A Bemidji, Minnesota My name is Reed Olson. I come from a proud Farmer’s Union family in Litchfield, MN, where my earliest jobs included corn detasseling and cleaning pig stalls. After heading north to work at the Concordia Language Villages, I was enthralled with the Bemidji-area landscape and decided to set down roots. I entered local politics in 2013 as a Bemidji City Council member. I finished my second term as a Beltrami County Commissioner at the end of 2022. For over fifteen years, I have been a small business owner in rural Minnesota. I understand the pressures that small business owners face and the hard work necessary to make small business ownership a reality. I am excited to get to work in St Paul. reed@votereedolson.com Donate Website

Learn more about becoming a member of the DFL Rural Caucus. Membership Join the DFL Rural Caucus and be a part of shaping the future of our rural communities, whether you're a farmer or simply someone who cares about the issues that affect them. Become a Member Why join the Rural Caucus? The Rural Caucus serves as a unified voice for the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party in Minnesota, representing diverse perspectives from urban and rural areas alike. As members of the caucus, individuals have the privilege of voting at all membership and committee meetings. The caucus holds quarterly full-membership meetings and elects executive committee members, who in turn meet on a monthly basis. Members are encouraged to actively participate in committees, which meet on a varying schedule. All meetings are open to the public and guests are welcome. Additionally, the caucus appreciates any additional contributions, as 100% of contributions are directed towards supporting rural outreach efforts and electing rural candidates for various offices throughout Minnesota. Become a Member Membership FAQ Questions for a Committee? Click Here Click the button to see our committee roster and contact the appropriate committee chair.

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 Mike Simpkins Vice Chair Jeff Strand 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 Lisa Schoelerman 7 Hutchinson Cathy Daniels 8 Hibbing Anita Fineday 8 Brainerd Aaron Heim 8 Two Harbors Constitution & Bylaws Click the button below to read our constitution and bylaws. Read it Here Constitution

Heather Arndt is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 20A Back Heather Arndt MN House of Representatives House District 20A Belle Creek Township, Minnesota heather.for.house20a@gmail.com Donate Website

Ian English is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 58B Back Ian English MN House of Representatives House District 58B Farmington, Minnesota I graduated from Eden Prairie High School and attended college at Minnesota State University, Mankato. While in college, I enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve as a Military Policeman. I served on a mobilization to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba in 2015-2016. I graduated in 2017 with a double-major in Law Enforcement and Political Science. After graduation, I spent several years working in hospital security. Working in the hospital helped me realize my passion for healthcare, and I returned to school again in order to become a Registered Nurse. I have worked as an ER nurse now for over two years. I have an amazing wife, Brittny, and we have a beautiful 1-year old girl, Isla. englishforhouse@gmail.com Donate Website