is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Angie Hanson State Senate District 23 Albert Lea, MN Angie Hanson is a special education teacher with deep roots in her community and strong ties to her family. When Angie sees a need in her community, she steps up, does the hard work and partners with everyone. Angie served as president of her local union. She served as a school board member for Albert Lea Area Schools. When the Albert Lea hospital was losing services, Angie worked as the Local Organizing Chair of Save Our Hospital. When the Albert Lea Human Rights Commission lapsed, Angie pushed to restart it and now serves on the HRC board. Angie has worked alongside others to support her community. She wants to continue this work as your Senator. info@angiehansonmnsenate.com Donate Website

Mark Munger is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 3B Back Mark Munger MN House of Representatives House District 3B Fredenberg Township, Minnesota I was born in St.Paul but moved to Duluth at age 4. I graduated with honors from Duluth Denfeld HS, UMD, and the William Mitchell College of Law. From 1981-1998, I was a trial attorney and also Proctor City Attorney (14 yrs). In 1998, I was elected Judge and served through 1/2019. I then worked as a senior judge thru the pandemic. I’ve been married to Rene for 45 years and am the father of four sons, grandfather of six. I have written and published 14 books. I love to ski, hunt, fish, travel, read, and chase grandkids. I am an Eagle Scout, serve on the Voyageurs Scout Council Advancement Committee, and am the Co-Executive Director of Grace ELCA in Hermantown. campaign@munger4mn.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Rick Olson State Senate District 54 Prior Lake, MN Minnesota resident 1991-98, 2014 – now Experience: Michigan State Representative, 2011-12 K-12 Public School Business Manager – 10+ Years Private Business Manager – 15 Years Global Minnesota Presenter of Great Decisions Series on Foreign Policy—2019 to present World traveler – visited 49 countries Corn Grower Cooperative President—1994-96 Certified Financial Planner – 1984-89 Attorney, Washington Governor’s Office – 1983-84 Attorney, Washington State Legislature – 1981-83 Agricultural Economist – 1970-75 Education: Stanford Law School Graduate, 1978 Michigan State University Graduate, 1970 Completed coursework for Ph.D. in K-12 Education Administration (ABD) Completed coursework for Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics (ABD) rick@rickformn.com Donate Website

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

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Denise Slipy State Senate District 6 Brainerd, MN Denise Slipy was born into a working family on a farm in Indiana and raised by her adoptive grandparents. From a young age, she developed a deep sense of advocacy for those in need. Growing up in a conservative household and church, Denise was instilled with a strong commitment to service— a value she continues to live by! Denise is running for State Senate because she knows families across Minnesota are faced with tough choices all too often. Denise will fight to bring down costs, create more good paying jobs, expand access to quality health care and improve education in rural communities. Denise will fight for us, because she is one of us. Slipy4senate@gmail.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Steve Simon Secretary of State Hopkins, MN Steve Simon has served as Minnesota's Secretary of State since 2014. He previously represented a WestMetro district in the Minnesota House. Steve lives in Hopkins with his wife Leia, a business marketing consultant, their two children, Hannah and Noah, and several dogs and cats. 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

Cindy Aho is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 13A Back Cindy Aho MN House of Representatives House District 13A Cold Spring, Minnesota I am running for office to work with fellow lawmakers to ensure Minnesota has such things as clean air and water, good schools, and reproductive rights. Minnesota is surrounded by states that do not respect a womans right to make decisions about her own healthcare, don't consider climate change an urgent issue and do not protect workers rights. I am a tenacious Democrat who has worked in the background supporting candidates who share my values. Now, I am the candidate. I want the opportunity to represent my district and make a difference for Minnesotans. cindyahofor13A@gmail.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Keith Ellison Attorney General Minneapolis, MN Keith has served as attorney general since Minnesotans first elected him in 2018. As the People’s Lawyer, Keith’s job is to help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect. Under Keith’s leadership, the Attorney General’s office has taken on the powerful on behalf of Minnesotans, lowering costs for Minnesotans, fighting price-gouging, tackling medical debt, and holding opioid companies accountable. He is protecting tenants from exploitation, keeping Minnesotans safe from scammers and abuse, and standing up for student borrowers. Keith is leading in the fight against the Trump Administration, because no one is above the law — even the President. campaign@keithellison.org Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Rusty Nelson State House District 21A Hendricks, MN My grandparents and great-grandparents farmed in northwest MN (Kittson, Roseau, and Polk Counties). My parents were in the Air Force and Civil Service, so we lived in Hawaii (where I was born), Nebraska, Puerto Rico, and North Dakota. Attended Concordia College, Moorhead, and studied more at the University of North Dakota (PhD Biochemistry and Molecular Biology). I conducted biochemical/biophysical research for 13 years including Scotland (UK), University of Minnesota, and South Dakota State University. After that, I taught science (7-12) and Spanish for 28 years. I am a trustee at my church in Hendricks, am president of the Hendricks Senior Center, volunteer at the local nursing home, and have been an EMT here for over 20 years. My wife and I have lived in Grand Forks, Scotland, Mpls and here in Lincoln County, where we are very happy to have called home for 32 years. nelsonfor21A@itctel.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Nicky Hardy State House District 6B Pequot Lakes, MN Hi! I'm Nicky Hardy! I am a scientist, mom, substitute teacher, and community volunteer in Pequot Lakes and across Crow Wing County. We moved from Detroit, MI to Pequot Lakes in 2018, but I was born and raised as a rural Minnesotan. Science has always been my calling, and knew from a very early age that I was going to land in the sciences. I was a double major at Minnesota State University Moorhead in Biology and Chemistry and I went on to earned my Ph.D. from the University of Nebraska Medical Center for my work in using technology to understand the immune system and continued that work in the Department of Chemistry at Northwester University in Evanston, IL. Upon returning to Minnesota, I I shifted gears to focus on my family, substitute teach, and do community work. My goals as a legislator is to build bridges to bring people together. Unity is a major theme of my campaign! I want to bring people together from across political, rural, suburban, and urban divides. hardy4house@outlook.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Zack Filipovich State Auditor Duluth, MN As the only accountant in the race, Zack Filipovich brings over a decade of accounting and financial expertise, eight years as Duluth City Councilor, and a proven track record of fiscal responsibility to serve as Minnesota's next State Auditor. info@zackformn.com Donate Website