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2026 Endorsed Candidates Steve Simon Secretary of State Hopkins, MN Read More Keith Ellison Attorney General Minneapolis, MN Read More Matt Little U.S. House District 2 New Market Township, MN Read More Rep. Betty McCollum U.S. House District 4 St. Paul, MN Read More Doug Chapin U.S. House District 6 Hanover, MN Read More Reed Olson State House District 2A Bemidji, MN Read More Sen. Grant Hauschild State Senate District 3 Hermantown, MN Read More Aaron Kania State House District 3A Lake Vermillion Township, MN Read More Denise Slipy State Senate District 6 Brainerd, MN Read More Mary Carlson State Senate District 11 Wrenshall, MN Read More Sen. Aric Putnam State Senate District 14 St. Cloud, MN Read More Angie Hanson State Senate District 23 Albert Lea, MN Read More Heather Holmes State House District 24A Byron, MN Read More Dan Wilson State House District 26A Wiscoy Township, MN Read More Louis McNutt State Senate District 29 Buffalo, MN Read More Mark Legvold State Senate District 58 Greenvale Township, MN Read More

The mission of the DFL Rural Caucus is to embody and strengthen the relationship between Minnesota’s Rural Community and the DFL Party. Home: Welcome STAND UP AND JOIN US IN Fighting for Rural Minnesotans Become a Member Take Action Donate Welcome to the DFL Rural Caucus The DFL Rural Caucus delivers DFL values in rural communities - comprehensive health care for working families, world-class K-12/pre-K education, reproductive rights, support for beginning and family farmers, support for vital main street businesses, and border-to-border broadband. We advance these values through voter engagement, outreach, and work to elect DFL candidates supporting Rural Minnesota priorities. Our Caucus Our Leaders Legislative Action Voter Info Upcoming Events Multiple Dates 16 days to the event DFL Rural Caucus Executive Committee Meeting Thu, May 14 Virtual Meeting Learn more Multiple Dates 72 days to the event DFL Rural Caucus Membership Meetings Thu, Jul 09 Virtual Zoom Event Learn more Get Involved Get involved and make a difference in rural Minnesota by volunteering, canvassing, attending events, or even considering running for office. The more rural Democrats actively engage and participate, the stronger and more effective our movement becomes. Join us and let's shape the future of our communities together. Take Action Support the Rural Caucus Take Action Register to vote in time for Election Day Button Take Action Stay in the loop with updates and info Take Action Become a member of the Rural Caucus THE ACTION CENTER See Every Way to Get Involved Take Action Get the Latest KEEP UP WITH THE RURAL CAUCUS Stay informed with all the Latest News and social activity on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram . 2026 Annual Meeting Dec 8, 2025 2 min read Resolutions 2026, Commit to Caucus! Dec 4, 2025 1 min read Thank You, Senator Tina Smith, for Being a Champion for Rural Minnesota! Feb 18, 2025 1 min read A Message of Gratitude from the DFL Rural Caucus Nov 20, 2024 1 min read 2024 Rural Caucus Resolutions Feb 22, 2024 1 min read Rural Caucus Handouts Dec 9, 2023 1 min read Visit the News Center

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Rep. Betty McCollum U.S. House District 4 St. Paul, MN Congresswoman Betty McCollum is running for re-election to continue representing Minnesota’s Fourth Congressional District in Congress. Over her career representing the East Metro, Betty has been a strong voice for the environment, universal health care, quality education, economic opportunity, organized labor, human rights, a smart national security policy, and more. As Minnesota’s sole member of the Appropriations Committee in Congress, Betty is uniquely-positioned to deliver billions of dollars in federal funding each year for projects, programs, and services that save lives, create jobs, boost economic security, improve our infrastructure, and grow our local economy. info@mccollumforcongress.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Mark Legvold State Senate District 58 Greenvale Township, MN Mark Legvold: Veteran, Farmer, Educator – A real Dirt-Road Democrat Mark’s story centers around the core values he grew up with on the farm and continued in his career in the military and in public education: Work hard, serve others, act with integrity, value learning, and treat others with care and respect. Mark served both active duty US Air Force and in the MN Air National Guard. His career spanned 33 years. He was both a teacher and administrator in Saint Paul Public Schools for 10 years and throughout his life has been an active part of his family farm, raising corn and soybeans. He has also served in his township on both the planning commission and as the elected clerk. legvold4mnsen58@gmail.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Matt Little U.S. House District 2 New Market Township, MN Matt is a lifelong MN-CD2 resident. Raised in Lakeville, educated at UMN Morris and UMN Law, he has dedicated his career to public service. Elected to the Lakeville City Council in 2010 and Mayor at 27, he championed public safety, housing, and fiscal responsibility. As State Senator for District 58, Matt authored over 60 bipartisan bills, fought to make insulin and prescriptions affordable, protected veteran services, and expanded transit for seniors and people with disabilities. A disability rights attorney, Matt lives in New Market Township with his wife Coco, daughter Poppy, and their pets. He’s running for Congress to keep the American Dream within reach for every family in MN-CD2. info@littleforcongress.com Donate Website

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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

Kari Rehrauer is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for MN House of Representatives in House District 35B Back Kari Rehrauer MN House of Representatives House District 35B Coon Rapids, Minnesota I am the youngest of four children raised in a middle class family in Eau Claire, WI. My family had a small business where I first learned the value of hard work, kindness, compassion and how to treat those around you. I attended the University of Minnesota and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biology and a master’s in education. From there I became a life and Earth science teacher in the public schools for 20 years. I am now a city council member for Coon Rapids where I take my experience as a woman and science teacher to grow my circle of influence to help those in our community. To me, the role of a public servant is to care for and better the lives of all of their constituents. kariformn@gmail.com Donate Website

Angie Craig is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for U.S. House of Representatives in Congressional District 2 Back Angie Craig U.S. House of Representatives Congressional District 2 Eagan, Minnesota I was raised by a single mom and grew up in a mobile home park. I watched my mom work hard and complete her teaching degree over nine years while raising three kids with the help of my grandmother, who herself worked in a union shoe factory well into her 70s. These strong women showed me what grit and determination look like. Like my mom, I worked two jobs and took out a little in student loans to put myself through state college. I started my career as a newspaper reporter and worked my way up over 20 years in business to lead a workforce of 16,000 for a major Minnesota manufacturer. Today, my wife and I are moms to four amazing young men and I am honored to serve in the U.S. Congress. campaign@angiecraig.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Reed Olson State House District 2A Bemidji, MN Reed Olson is a small business owner, former Beltrami County Commissioner, and dedicated advocate for Greater Minnesota running for State House District 2A. A Bemidji resident since 1999, Reed founded the Wild Hare Bistro and the Nameless Coalition for the Homeless, where he opened the city’s first permanent emergency shelter. With a decade of local government experience, he understands how to deliver results. Reed is running to lower housing costs, expand rural mental health services, and ensure childcare is accessible for working families. An avid outdoorsman and community leader, he is committed to bringing Northwoods values to St. Paul reed@votereedolson.com Donate Website

Jeanne Hendricks is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for U.S. House of Representatives in Congressional District 6 Back Jeanne Hendricks U.S. House of Representatives Congressional District 6 Jeanne Hendricks is a Democratic candidate for Congress running to defeat GOP Rep. Tom Emmer in Minnesota’s 6th District. Jeanne is a nurse anesthetist, mom of two adult children, and community activist who makes decisions every day based on facts and science. She has spent the last 30 years raising a family and providing health care as a nurse anesthetist to adults and children in Minnesota. info@hendricksformn.com Donate Website

is the DFL Rural Caucus endorsed candidate running for in Back Sen. Grant Hauschild State Senate District 3 Hermantown, MN Senator Grant Hauschild and his wife Grace are raising their family in the Northland they love. A father first, Grant serves to ensure Minnesota is stronger for the next generation and focused on real results. Before the Senate, he worked in rural economic development with USDA, served U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp, and was a city councilor, always focused on working families and small towns. In the Senate, he has tackled the rural EMS crisis, delivered tax relief for families and seniors, and helped secure free school meals. His work is grounded in listening and delivering for Northern Minnesota. grantformn@gmail.com Donate Website