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is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Sen. Aric Putnam State Senate District 14 St. Cloud, MN I grew up in California. Then I moved to Maine where I completed an MA degree. In the late 1990s I moved to Minnesota to earn a Ph.D. at the University of Minnesota. I have served on the faculty of Saint John’s University and the College of St. Benedict for 24 years. I met my wife Laurie while in Maine, and we’ve been together almost 30 years. Laurie is the Superintendent for District 742 Schools. We have two beautiful and silly grown children, Eliza and Phineas. I was elected to the MN Senate in 2020. I have served as chair of the Committee on Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband and Rural Development where I have worked hard to forward the interests of all Minnesotans. hello@aricformn.com Donate Website

< Back Representative Brad Finstad Republican - District 1 Contact Form Office & Contact Information Washington, DC 2418 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-2472 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00AM-5:00PM ET Rochester Office 12746 Superior Dr. NW, Suite 100 Rochester, MN 55901 Phone: (507) 577-6140 Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 9 AM-5 PM CT (Other times by appointment) New Ulm Office 110 N. Minnesota St., Suite 5 New Ulm, MN 56073 Phone: (507) 577-6151 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM-5 PM CT Committee Assignments: House Committee on Agriculture Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture (Chair) Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets and Rural Development House Armed Services Committee Subcommittee on Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee on Cyber, Information Technologies, and Innovation House Committee on Small Business Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Regulations Subcommittee on Rural Development, Energy, and Supply Chains

Rep. Kristi Pursell is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 58A Back Rep. Kristi Pursell MN House of Representatives House District 58A Northfield, Minnesota I’m proud of my Southern Minnesota roots, raised in Rochester, a graduate of St. Olaf College, and a nine-year resident of Northfield where I’m raising my two children. As a community leader, I've built strong partnerships across our district. I served as Executive Director of Clean River Partners for eight years, focusing on the Cannon River watershed, and have been involved with grassroots organizations like the Land Stewardship Project, ISAIAH MN, and TakeAction MN. In my first term in the state legislature, I secured funding to protect our environment, support local farmers, and address nitrate issues in drinking water. I’ve also advocated for people-centered healthcare, housing infrastructure, and supported school districts with the READ Act. Representing rural Minnesotans at the Capitol, I believe true leadership involves partnering with the community to create solutions for all. Grounded in our values, we can build a resilient climate, robust education, strong democracy, and high-quality healthcare system. Good representation means listening to everyone, regardless of race, class, gender, political party, or zip code votekristipursell@gmail.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

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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is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Louis McNutt State Senate District 29 Buffalo, MN Hello, my name is Louis McNutt. I'm a father 3 young boys, husband to my wife Lisa and Afscme brother of local 221 metro DOT. I'm running for state Senate because I see our state as our neighbors and communities all with check engine lights on. As a heavy equipment mechanic I just want to go around and help people fix what's not working. From outrages health insurance costs, cost of housing and food always going up but pay rarely keeping up, and accountability for everybody but the ones in charge. As a mechanic and a Frontline worker I want to enable my fellow workers and neighbors the ability to build a better community for Minnesota to thrive in instead of a future we just survive in. louismcnuttforoffice@gmail.com Donate Website

Marisa Ulmen is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 22A Back Marisa Ulmen MN House of Representatives House District 22A Fieldon Township, Minnesota I am a fifth generation farmer from Watonwan County. My husband and I raise crops, non-confinement Berkshire hogs, Nubian dairy goats and broilers. We own a feed mill where we sell all kinds of animal feed made in small batches and use no antibiotics, medicines or hormones. I studied political science, philosophy and economics at MSU. Until I met my husband I was also a single mother for 12 years and know the pressures of making ends meet when working full time, going to school and raising a child. ulmenhouse22a@gmail.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

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