Category: Minnesota

DFL Party Endorses Tim Walz for Governor ROCHESTER - DFL Party Chairman Ken Martin released the following statement after the DFL Party endorsed Tim Walz for Governor: “Governor Walz is leading Minnesota forward by ensuring our kids get a world class education, expanding economic opportunity for all, and protecting the health and safety of Minnesotans. Minnesota’s unemployment rate just hit record lows and new business filings are at a record high thanks to Governor Walz’s hard work. “The strong, steady, and successful leadership Governor Walz has shown while facing unprecedented challenges has earned the trust and respect of the people…

2022 MN GOP STATE CONVENTION ENDORSES DR. SCOTT JENSEN FOR GOVERNORRochester, MN – The Republican Party of Minnesota’s 2022 State Convention endorsed Dr. Scott Jensen for governor. "Friends and fellow Minnesotans, we are humbled and inspired by your support! Thank you for placing your trust in our campaign and joining our winning team! I also want to thank my fellow Republican competitors for their commitment to conservative principles.“With your help, we have built a grassroots movement across the state. Together, we will defeat Tim Walz in November and restore freedom to all Minnesotans.“FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS!” – Dr.…

DFL Party Announces 2022 State Convention Officers ST PAUL - Today, the Minnesota DFL Party is announcing the officers of the 2022 DFL State Convention. The DFL Party’s convention officers will work alongside party staff to ensure a fair, transparent, and productive state convention. DFL Party Chairman Ken Martin released the following statement: “I am pleased to announce my nominations for officers of the 2022 DFL State Convention. The DFL Party is a people-powered party, and our caucus and convention process is how we ensure grassroots activists have the power to build, guide, and shape our movement. The State Convention…

MN GOP Chairman David Hann Announces Andy Aplikowski as Interim Political DirectorMinneapolis, MN – Today, Republican Party of Minnesota Chairman David Hann announced the hiring of Andy Aplikowski as interim political director, filling the vacancy created by the resignation of Lukas Baker. “Andy knows Minnesota Republican politics like the back of his hand and will be a strong asset to our team,” Republican Party of Minnesota Chairman David Hann said. “He will lead our political team as we navigate redistricting, helping our local party units realign with the new maps, and assist our candidates and campaigns navigating the endorsement process…

MN GOP Chairman David Hann Announces Lukas Baker as Political DirectorMinneapolis, MN – Today, Republican Party of Minnesota Chairman David Hann announced the hire of Lukas Baker as Political Director. “We are excited to welcome Lukas to our team as we gear up for the 2022 election in Minnesota,” Republican Party of Minnesota Chairman David Hann said. “With nearly a decade of experience in grassroots organizing and political campaigns, Lukas has a proven track record and is well-positioned to lead and grow our team in mobilizing the voters we need to beat the Democrats up and down the ballot this…

Minnesota DFL Party Statement on the Passing of Walter Mondale Today, Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party Chairman Ken Martin released the following statement on the passing of former Vice President Walter Mondale: “Today, Minnesota has lost our North Star. Former Vice President Walter Mondale was a moral, courageous, and principled leader whose tireless work to improve the lives of his fellow Americans and people across the globe has left an indelible mark on history. Fritz was also a friend and a mentor to myself and so many others, and I am deeply saddened by news of his passing. I would like to…