To me labeled Democrat or Republican is not the issue, it is what is in people's minds and souls. We could be doing so many in this country that would help all!
Despite calls on the Republican Party of Minnesota from some GOP gubernatorial candidates to halt conventions until completion of a review of caucus documentation by an independent third party, a number of local gatherings have already occurred while leaders of others have yet to set dates.
Michelle Benson, Paul Gazelka, Scott Jensen, Mike Murphy and Neil Shah discussed their personal health histories and vaccine views during a 3rd District candidate forum in Wayzata, Minnesota, on Tuesday, Dec. 7.
It was the first time in the campaign that the candidates have publicly debated, but their comments focused more on the DFL governor than on one another.
The former Senate president was elected Sept. 8 to lead the caucus after former Majority Leader Paul Gazelka stepped down to pursue a bid for governor.
The former Senate majority leader has garnered a reputation in St. Paul as a dealmaker and negotiator, clinching budget deals with the Democratic governor's office and state House year after year.
Thanks to Sen. Carrie Ruud, Rep. Josh Heintzeman and Sen. Paul Gazelka for their steadfast support of increased public safety efforts during the past legislative session in St. Paul.
Gazelka is the seventh recipient of the police chiefs association's Legislator Recognition Award, which is given to lawmakers who author and support bills that address the legislative priorities of police chiefs in Minnesota.
