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

Veda Kanitz is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 57A Back Veda Kanitz MN House of Representatives House District 57A Lakeville, Minnesota Veda Kanitz is a high school science teacher, Climate Reality Leader, Citizens’ Climate Lobby member, and one of the founding members of the DFL Environmental Caucus. She received the DFL’s Willard Munger award for Distinguished Environmental Stewardship in 2020. Her love of the natural world and desire to leave a healthy environment for her children and grandchildren inform her life’s work. vedaformn@gmail.com Donate Website

Rep. Alicia “Liish” Kozlowski is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 8B Back Rep. Alicia “Liish” Kozlowski MN House of Representatives House District 8B Duluth, Minnesota Rep. Alicia “Liish” Kozlowski (they/them) is serving their first term representing eastern Duluth. At the Capitol, they serve in the Capital Investment, Economic Development Finance and Policy, Housing Finance and Policy, and the Labor and Industry Finance and Policy Committee driving an inclusive and thriving economy, affordable housing, climate justice and good paying union jobs, education equity, and critical infrastructure across the state. As the first non-binary/Two Spirit person at the legislature, they proudly co-created the first Queer Caucus in the DFL party and was elected Vice Chair of the People of Color and Indigenous (POCI) Caucus advancing gender freedom and racial equity. alicia4duluth@gmail.com Donate Website

Paul Bolin is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 30B Back Paul Bolin MN House of Representatives House District 30B Otsego, Minnesota I am a fifth-generation resident of central Minnesota. My mom grew up on a farm and reminds me every day that the food we eat is the fruit of the work of farmers across Minnesota and the country. I grew up in a working-class union family and I was the first in my family to go to college. I graduated from the University of Minnesota with degrees in biochemistry and physiology, and went on to earn my medical doctorate after that. I understand that our rural areas have been neglected by politicians for too long. Rural Minnesota holds a special place in my heart, and I am committed to championing policies that will help these communities grow and thrive. paul4mn@gmail.com Donate Website

Rep. Lucy Rehm is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 48B Back Rep. Lucy Rehm MN House of Representatives House District 48B Chanhassen, Minnesota I’m Lucy Rehm. I represent Minnesota House District 48B, and I’m running for re-election. For the past two years I’ve represented our community, Chanhassen and the eastern side of Chaska, in St. Paul. As a former Chanhassen city council member and educator, I’ve brought my knowledge and experience to the Capitol to improve the everyday lives of Minnesota families. I am a proud fourth-generation Minnesotan who has called Chanhassen home for more than 25 years. My husband Phil and I were married at Pax Christi and we chose Chanhassen as the place to raise our family. I am the mother of three children, all who attended public schools here in Chanhassen.I feel honored every day to get to represent our great community and hope I can continue to bring my life-long passion for healthy living, supported families, and a clean environment to my work. lucy@lucyrehm.com Donate Website

Harley Droba is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 3A Back Harley Droba MN House of Representatives House District 3A International Falls, Minnesota I’m Mayor Harley Droba I was raised in International Falls, my commitment to service was honed in the Army and continued through my advocacy for veterans’ rights. My dedication is reflected in my roles within the VFW and the Minnesota State VFW Council of Administration, where I’ve been a strong voice for veterans. In my community, I’ve been a force for positive change, from revitalizing our local bowling alley for youth to promoting unity on our city council. Co-founding IFalls Nice, I’ve fostered community spirit and hope. Now, aiming for the State House, I’m driven by a desire to serve Minnesota on a larger scale, championing unity and progress. Harley@HarleyDroba.com Donate Website

Joe Staloch is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 23A Back Joe Staloch MN House of Representatives House District 23A Albert Lea, Minnesota I’m a lifelong Minnesotan and grew up on a family farm outside of Wells. I currently live in Albert Lea with my long term girlfriend and our 5 cats. I have 2 sisters and a brother and 7 nieces and nephews. I have a degree in geology from Winona State University and worked 10 years for an environmental company in St Paul on public health and safety, natural resources, and national security projects. My mother has been crucial to childcare needs of my sisters and brother and I lost my father and last living grandparent in 2023 so healthcare access and childcare affordability are issues that I am passionate about working to find solutions to for our communities. info@joe23a.com Donate Website

Jennifer Nuesse is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 17B Back Jennifer Nuesse MN House of Representatives House District 17B Arlington, Minnesota I have lived in the City of Arlington for 14 years. I grew up in Cologne (Carver County) and attended Central High School in Norwood-Young America. I have a BA degree in Music Education from Augsburg University in Minneapolis. My husband Rodger and I have been married for 42 years. We raised our family in Chanhassen and relocated to his hometown of Arlington in 2009. I retired from my career in January 2024, after 38 years in corporate business. Roles included positions in sales and customer service, management, recruiting, training, and finance. I am now seeking election to the public office where I may continue using skills of team-building, collaboration, and problem-solving. jnuesse@icloud.com Donate Website

Kelly Morrison is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for U.S. House of Representatives in Congressional District 3 Back Kelly Morrison U.S. House of Representatives Congressional District 3 Deephaven, Minnesota Kelly Morrison has spent most of her career as a doctor – not a politician. As an OB-GYN who has been practicing in Minnesota for over 20 years, Kelly has dedicated her life to helping people. Her husband, John Willoughby, was an Army Ranger, and their family has always valued service above all. Kelly first ran for office in 2018 after Donald Trump was elected, because she was concerned about the future of our state and wanted to be a voice of reason. info@kellyforcongress.org Donate Website

Michael Ziomko is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 9A Back Michael Ziomko MN House of Representatives House District 9A Fergus Falls, Minnesota Born in Texas. Graduated from Yale University with a BA in philosophy in 1971. Graduated from U of MN with an MA in the history of science and technology in 2010. Learned how to make pottery in 1972 and with that love became involved with Empty Bowls in 2005 to help feed people. I was involved in solar businesses in the early '80s and then became interested in financial planning, which led to a career in charitable fundraising -- including the National Soaring Museum, St John's Univeristy here in MN, U of MN, Basilica of St Mary, HMML at St John's, Children's Hospital, Fairview, and Ebenezer Senior Care, retiring in 2020. My loved ones include my two adopted daughters and their families in the Twin Cities. mziomko@umn.edu Donate Website

Rep. Luke Frederick is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 18B Back Rep. Luke Frederick MN House of Representatives House District 18B Mankato, Minnesota I grew up in Eagle Lake and have had a strong belief in SERVICE my whole life. It started when I joined Boy Scouts at a young age and then was further developed when I joined Civil Air Patrol. After I graduated high school, I joined AmeriCorp National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) for a 1-year term of volunteer service. NCCC took me from building a summer camp for underprivileged kids in Vermont, to building Habitat homes in Alabama, to disaster relief in Florida. campaign@frederickforhouse.com Donate Website

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