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Local political nerd in Minneapolis. CD5 DFL Chair Directory: bit.ly/JoshMartinMpls

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Zack Filipovich for MN Auditor @zackformn.bsky.social · 17h
I love every opportunity to connect with our young voters across Minnesota. Grateful to spend time with Northfield College Dems this past weekend. This is our future and they are energized, excited, and ready to make positive changes in their communities! ZackforMN.com #minnesota #vote
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Minnesota DFL Party @dfl.org · 13h
This is what election-winning momentum looks like. This weekend alone, DFL campaigns and candidates knocked over 63,000 doors, bringing our total to more than 1.75M doors knocked so far. We’re building this blue wave together.
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Minnesota Star Tribune @startribune.com · 14h
In the race to replace Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty: Anders Folk is touting his experience as a prosecutor and defending his service in the first Trump administration. Cedrick Frazier has been a supporter of Moriarty, but says he’d bring a different style.
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Candidates for Hennepin County attorney clash over Trump’s policies, Moriarty’s legacy
Anders Folk is defending his service in the first Trump administration. Cedrick Frazier has been a supporter of outgoing lead prosecutor Mary Moriarty, but says he’d bring a different style.
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Peggy Flanagan @peggyflanagan.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Openly provoking a foreign adversary to kill millions of Americans is completely unhinged and reckless. Donald Trump is the most dangerous and corrupt president in our nation’s history. The stakes are too high to send him another yes vote from Minnesota.
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Wedge LIVE!™ @wedge.live · 05/10/2026
New home & garden episode today, where we build a DIY patio with a member of the Minneapolis Board of Estimate & Taxation. Listen to Wedge LIVE wherever you get podcasts or watch on YouTube.
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Stonewall DFL @stonewalldfl.bsky.social · 15h
So proud to be in solidarity with State Reps @leighfinke.bsky.social, @repliishkozlowski.bsky.social, and Brion Curran at the Trans Caucus Fundraiser: “Nothing About Us Without Us”!!
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Cedrick Frazier @cedrickfrazier.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
This week marks 9 months since Renée Good was killed by Federal Agents in Minneapolis. As your DFL-endorsed candidate for Hennepin County Attorney, I’ve never danced around this topic, or needed consultants and polling to tell me how to feel.
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Becca Dryden for School Board @beccaforschools.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Nokomis Area neighbors- come out *this Wednesday October 7th* to join neighbors for an open house. Learn more about the MPS Transformation Plan & how to get involved to have your voice heard on the future of our school district!
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Wedge LIVE!™ @wedge.live · 05/10/2026
NEW EPISODE: Eric Harris Bernstein of the Minneapolis Board of Estimate & Taxation is building a patio on his neighbor's property (says he has permission). While he works, we talk about the property tax levy increase of nearly 12% and his dreams for this patio. www.youtube.com/watch?v=-lR4...
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Building a Patio for Strangers & Talking Taxes (w/ Eric Harris Bernstein)
Eric Harris Bernstein of the Minneapolis Board of Estimate & Taxation is building a patio on his neighbor's property. He says he has permission. While he works, we talk about his first big vote as a…
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Daniel Suitor @danielsuitor.com · 11/05/2026
The Twin Cities are in an odd place where SO many people are newly civically activated, but it's the year after major elections. My friends and I are seeing lots of energy with little direction. May I offer some direction? Gift link (but also pay for indie journalism): racketmn.com/get-involved...
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How to Win Votes and Influence Neighbors: City Politics as a Way Forward in Dire Times - Racket
Here are 6 tips and tricks for increasing your civic engagement, courtesy of one civically engaged Minneapolis attorney.
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Josh Martin @joshmartinmpls.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Correct - we do not have vigilante election observers in Minnesota. But if democracy defense work *does* interest you, feel free to sign up for a training to learn more about how you *can* help. dfl.org/democracy-pr...
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Want to become a Democracy Protector? | Minnesota DFL
Here are three simple ways you can ensure the November election is safe and secure, and none of them take long. 1. Learn and share all the ways to vote: by mail, early at a polling location, or in-per...
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David Brauer @dbrauer.net · 05/10/2026
Getting reports of bad election ideas in Signal groups. Defend democracy by shooting these down. No, you can’t show up at a precinct & be a challenger/observer. Those must be appointed by a party, nonpartisan campaign or ballot initiative. Letter must be accepted by officials. No letter, out you go.
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MPR News @mprnews.org · 05/10/2026
Voters will decide Minnesota’s next governor and control of the Minnesota Legislature next month. Here’s a look at DFL and GOP leaders’ top priorities.
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Both parties want Minnesota Capitol control. What would they do if they get it?
Voters will decide Minnesota’s next governor and control of the Minnesota Legislature next month. Here’s a look at DFL and GOP leaders’ top priorities.
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Zack Filipovich for MN Auditor @zackformn.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
“And because 75% of certified public accountants or CPAs are of retirement age and will be retiring over the next few years that story [no one to fill important local finance roles] is going to be accelerated and repeated even more.” ZackforMN.com #minnesota #localmatters #vote #election2026
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Daniel Suitor @danielsuitor.com · 05/10/2026
My client and I to MPR about this phenomenon. Two other attorneys are quoted talking about their client as well. We're not going to let ICE get away with making a mockery of court orders like this. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/1...
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Catch, release, catch: Inside ICE's new 'farce' tactic
Multiple immigration detainees in Minnesota have been ordered released by federal judges only for them to be immediately re-detained by immigration officers at the doors of the Whipple Federal buildin...
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Peggy Flanagan @peggyflanagan.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
I was in Appleton yesterday, where Trump spent $496 MILLION to buy a new ICE detention facility.
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Minnesota Reformer @minnesotareformer.com · 05/10/2026
Election administrators often plan for natural disasters, bomb threats and other possible problems, but this year many are also thinking about possible disruptions driven by the federal government.
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Anxiety is growing Trump may try to disrupt the midterm elections. States are prepping. • Minnesota Reformer
This story was originally published on NewsFromTheStates.com, part of States Newsroom.
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Chris Meyer @chrisjohnmeyer.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Donation advice for the close Minnesota State Senate races. You don’t need to donate to the ones who already hit their spending cap! The ones below are the ones that could really use your help. If you’re going to, do it soon so they can put the money to use!
Facebook post giving donation adviceSecond Facebook post giving donation advice
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Peggy Flanagan @peggyflanagan.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
In 30 days, we have a choice, Minnesota: Do you want a Senator who will work for you to lower costs, end the illegal war in Iran, and hold ICE accountable? Or do you want another Senator for Trump?
A graphic shows Peggy Flanagan greeting a Minnesotan over a blue background. The text of the graphic reads, "30 Days - Vote by November 3rd"
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Wedge LIVE!™ @wedge.live · 04/10/2026
DJ Council President Elliott Payne is calling the grooves to order. @elliottpayne.org
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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 04/10/2026
minneapolis city council president elliott payne DJs at the bassett creek metro transit stop during a dance break stop on the DJ bike ride
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Yesterday, the Council passed Workers Drive Minneapolis. Proud to have co-authored it with CM @robin4mpls.bsky.social, CM @aurinmpls.bsky.social & CVP Osman. Unfortunately, Mayor Frey sided with Elon Musk's Tesla, Amazon & Google over public safety and vetoed it. www.startribune.com/minneapolis-...
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Frey vetoes Minneapolis ordinance that would have required human drivers in driverless vehicles
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said the measure represented a “back door ban that belies our progressive tradition in Minneapolis.”
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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 03/10/2026
email from commisioner jason garcia announces that the minneapolis park board will be considering a resolution on 10/7 on preserving the historic nicollet island homes as affordable housing for low & moderate income people! the current renters are fighting to stay as the homes are slated to be sold
Nicollet Island Historic Affordable Housing
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Garcia, Jason R.
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to Jason

Dear Constituents and Community Members,

 

Thank you for your emails and phone calls over the past several weeks inquiring about the status of the Nicollet Island Historic Homes Limited Partnership (NIHH) lease in the event of a sale. As you might imagine, given the complex nature of the lease and the sublease through CPED, this has been an intricate issue to approach. After discussions with staff and legal counsel, I am pleased to inform you the Board will be considering a resolution with the aim of preserving affordable housing on Nicollet Island. This item will be discussed during our next regular board meeting on Wednesday, October 7th.

 

It is our interpretation that affordable housing is a requirement of the original lease, and remains a requirement as long as the land is leased from the park board. The resolution would specify “that the Board of Commissioners directs the Superintendent to review thoroughly any terms of any offer or sale between NIHH and any proposal to buy, acquire or assume the Sublease or any ownership interests in the Ground Lease or properties as well as thoroughly review the proposed terms of any new Sublease between CPED and any new possible sublessee or owner with respect to the properties now held or leased by NIHH and the MPRB expects such transaction will reflect a plan and provisions for affordable housing for low and moderate income people;” (emphasis mine).

 

I am hopeful that my fellow Commissioners will join me in supporting this resolution. In previous meetings, Commissioners Engelhart and Forney have voiced their support for maintaining affordable housing on Nicollet Island, and I feel this is an issue that is important to many others on the Board as well.

 

Thank you for your efforts around this, and I look forward to getting this resolution passed!

 

Jason GarciaRESOLUTION DIRECTING THE SUPERINTENDENT TO REVIEW THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING
PROVISIONS IN THE GROUND LEASE AND GROUND SUBLEASE BETWEEN THE MINNEAPOLIS
PARK AND RECREATION BOARD AND THE COMMUNITY PLANNING AND ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF MINNEAPOLIS ON NICOLLET ISLAND PARK
LOCATED WITHIN CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI RIVERFRONT REGIONAL PARK
Whereas, The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) was created by the Minnesota
Legislature in April 1883 and has the authority to manage and operate park facilities;
Whereas, In 1985, the MPRB entered a Ground Lease with the Minneapolis Community
Development Agency (now Community Planning and Economic Development department (CPED)
of the City of Minneapolis concerning residential property on Nicollet Island Park (Nicollet Island)
which now consists of 47 housing units (the “Ground Lease”)
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Stonewall DFL @stonewalldfl.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
We’re proud to have co-hosted a fundraiser with our friend and endorsed candidate for State Auditor @zackformn.bsky.social last night. Get out and early vote now for DFL candidates that will protect Minnesotans!
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Project True North @projtruenorth.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Donald Trump is spending tens of millions in taxpayer dollars on campaign ads to convince Americans that his “Big Beautiful Bill” and war in Iran have been good for the country. Minnesotans aren't buying it.
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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 03/10/2026
zack filipovich was at today’s rally in minneapolis for victims of ICE violence endorsed by labor unions like SEIU, MNA, CTUL and others! zack is everywhere
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Minneapolis DFL @mplsdfl.org · 01/10/2026
This November, you’ll be asked to vote for candidates running for the most important elected body responsible for the future success of Minneapolis’ children: the Minneapolis School Board. It’s time to meet the candidates! Join us October 27. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Meet the Candidates: A Conversation on the Future of Minneapolis Public Schools. Hosted by the Minneapolis Area Chapter of the DFL Senior Caucus, Minnesota Families for Public Schools, Minneapolis Federation of Educators, and the Minneapolis DFL. And open to all.

When: Tuesday October 27, 2026. Time: 6:30-8:30 PM (doors open at 6:00 PM). Where: Sabathani Community Center, 310 E 38th St, Minneapolis*. RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/MPSBoardCandidateEvent. Parking: Available on site and on nearby streets. Metro Transit services: Sabathani is on the 38 bus line, or a short walk from the 11, 5, 18, and D-line buses. Candidates include: Collin Beachy, at large. Christin Crabtree, at large. Abdul Abdi, District 1. Shannon Gibney, District 3. Becca Dryden, District 5.
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Peggy Flanagan @peggyflanagan.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Today, I kicked off my Got Your Back Tour in South St. Paul — my third statewide tour of this campaign. This campaign has always been about showing up and fighting for working people. Because Minnesotans deserve a Senator who has your back — not Donald Trump's.
Peggy Flanagan speaks at her Got Your Back Tour kickoff event.Peggy Flanagan speaks with a Minnesotan at her Got Your Back Tour kickoff event.Peggy Flanagan greets a Minnesotan at her Got Your Back Tour kickoff event.Peggy Flanagan meeting with Minnesotans at her Got Your Back Tour kickoff event.
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Minnesota DFL Party @dfl.org · 03/10/2026
THIS JUST IN: As of today, our DFL ecosystem has knocked 1.7 million doors this election cycle. Volunteers are showing up in extraordinary numbers. Be part of our momentum. Sign up for a shift at dfl.org/gotv
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Zack Filipovich for MN Auditor @zackformn.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
With just one month left until Election Day, this is your reminder to vote all the way down your ballot from A (Amy) to Z (Zack). Check out mnvotes.org to find your early voting options or vote on November 3rd! ZackforMN.com #minnesota #vote #earlyvoting #AtoZ
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David Brauer @dbrauer.net · 03/10/2026
Got a nice send off speech from DFL state auditor candidate @zackformn.bsky.social who noted DFL incumbent Julie Blaha only won by 8500 votes because 30,000 DFLers didn’t fill the bubble on the 2022 ballot. Encourage your people to run through the DFL tape when they vote this fall!
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David Brauer @dbrauer.net · 03/10/2026
On a bus with Ilhan staffers & aged volunteers like myself going to doorknock The Youth in Winona. Should be fun when grandpa shows up at their dorm rooms.
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Minnesota Star Tribune @startribune.com · 03/10/2026
A felony charge against Minneapolis’ ex-chief communications officer alleging he stole a debit card from a fellow city employee and charged hundreds of dollars at a tobacco shop is now headed for dismissal.
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Fraud case against ex-Minneapolis communications chief on path to dismissal
Adam Fetcher was charged with a felony in connection with a purchase made on June 11 at a tobacco shop.
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Keith Ellison, Minnesota Attorney General @keithellison.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Better luck next time, Ron.
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Cedrick Frazier @cedrickfrazier.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Friday night football is a time for communities to come together and celebrate our schools. Students and their families in Hennepin County should be able to attend school events and enjoy those moments without fear of gun violence.
Friday night football is a time for communities to come together and celebrate our schools. Students and their families in Hennepin County should be able to attend school events and enjoy those moments without fear of gun violence.
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Minnesota Star Tribune @startribune.com · 02/10/2026
An external investigation determined that St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her “engaged in offensive and inappropriate behavior” that made employees uncomfortable, but didn’t rise to the level of sexual harassment. That finding may mean little in court.
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St. Paul mayor inquiry found no sexual harassment. Its reasoning is unclear.
An external investigation determined that she “engaged in offensive and inappropriate behavior” that made employees uncomfortable, but didn’t rise to the level of sexual harassment. That finding may mean little in court.
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Minnesota DFL Party @dfl.org · 02/10/2026
“Minnesota Republicans are trying to buy their way through this election because they can’t get their own volunteers to show up,” said DFL Party Chair Richard Carlbom. “Meanwhile, our movement has grown because Minnesotans have put in the work."
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Josh Martin @joshmartinmpls.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
The Minneapolis Divided Vote Tracker is updated to reflect divided votes from the latest council cycle.🧵 We’ve also got another quarterly update. The “analysis” tab is updated, and the 2026-2029 awards have begun. docs.google.com/spreadsheet...
Table of divided vote agreement percentages by pairs of council members
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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 02/10/2026
zack filipovich said at drinking liberally that his opponent for minnesota auditor scott jensen’s average donation is $1000 while his is under $100 zack has a fundraiser tonight in minneapolis! with co-hosts like omar fateh and josh martin and stonewall DFL secure.actblue.com/donate/zackf...
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Donate to Zack Filipovich
Show your support with a contribution.
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Minnesota DFL Party @dfl.org · 02/10/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our DFL Farmer-Labor Picnic this past weekend! This is what our movement looks like: farmers, workers, families, friends, and leaders coming together around a shared table. The picnic's over, but the work isn't. Let's carry this energy all the way to November.
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Minnesota DFL Party @dfl.org · 02/10/2026
Feeding hungry kids is not a waste.
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Drinking Liberally Minneapolis @dl-minneapolis.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
We have program next week you won't want to miss. Seriously. Doug Chapin is the DFL candidate to unseat the bilious Minnesota-absent Tom Emmer. It's Thursday, Oct. 8th, program at seven PM; gathering starts at six. Doug has serious law, policy, and election chops. www.chapinforcongress.com/about
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About | Doug Chapin for Congress
Learn more about Doug Chapin, his background, values, and vision for Minnesota's 6th District. Discover why Doug is running for Congress and how his leadership will deliver results for our community.
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Josh Martin @joshmartinmpls.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
The City Council met yesterday at 9:30 AM. 🧵 TLDR: The council approved the autonomous vehicle regulations ordinance, which requires driverless vehicles to have a human operator, by a vote of 7-6 (the veto zone).
Minneapolis City Council members sitting at the dais

Minneapolis City Council
October 1, 2026
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Josh Martin @joshmartinmpls.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Reminder - this is tonight at 6:30 PM. Swing by Arbeiter Brewing to support Zack for State Auditor. secure.actblue.com/donate/zackf...
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Donate to Zack Filipovich
Show your support with a contribution.
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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 02/10/2026
we’re open for a variety of transportation options that make private corporations money, just not 24/7 bus lanes
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Minnesota Star Tribune @startribune.com · 02/10/2026
Watch Live: Keith Ellison and Republican challenger Ron Schutz square off in a debate.
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Live: Attorney general candidates face off in first debate
Keith Ellison and Republican challenger Ron Schutz square off at noon on MPR News.
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Omar Fateh @omarfatehmn.com · 02/10/2026
Join Team Fateh at our big fundraiser! Thursday, October 15th, 6-8pm Now, more than ever, we need leaders who won’t fold. My campaign is hard at work canvassing across the Southside & Minnesota to elect progressive champions. Help us win a DFL Trifecta! secure.actblue.com/donate/fatehfundraiser
Text reading “Fundraiser for Fateh, hosted by Matt Musel, Thursday Oct 15th, 6-8pm, RSVP for the event location, JOIN TEAM FATEH & HELP US WIN BACK THE DFL TRIFECTA:
secure.uctblue.com/donate/fatehfundraiser
PAID FOR AND PREPARED BY OMAR FATEH SENATE COMMITTEE - P.O. BOX 8033, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55408” with pictures of Fateh.
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Sahan Journal @sahanjournal.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Her denied the sexual harassment allegations and contradicted herself in interviews with investigators. By Mohamed Ibrahim.
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How St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her responded in harassment investigation
Here’s how St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her answered questions in her sexual harassment investigation.
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taylr @taylordahlin.com · 02/10/2026
keith ellison arriving at MPR studios in st. paul for the debate against ron schutz as supporters cheered him on
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Democratic Lt. Governors @demlgs.org · 02/10/2026
Lt. Governor @peggyflanagan.bsky.social knows all too well what so many working families are experiencing right now. That’s why we need her lived experience in the Senate.
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