You’re Invited!
Still on the fence about caucus? Check out this letter to the editor from our very own Kathryn Johnson.
Join us. We’re Senate District 49. We’re neighbors, working together for the good of all.
Why We Caucus
We asked DFLers in Eden Prairie and Minnetonka why they caucus. Here’s what they had to say.
This Month in History: Deciphering Townhalls, Caucuses, and Primaries
As the political season ramps up in Minnesota, you may find yourself wondering what these different terms mean and how they fit into the political process. Check out this great article on the history and meaning of these meetings, as well as resources for learning more!
Democracy is Not a Spectator Sport
I have some progressive and liberal friends who are currently sitting out because they view partisan politics as unsavory and somehow dirty. Political parties are the problem, they say, not the solution, and they don't want to get into that fight.
2023: A Win for Small Business, A Win for Minnesota
Since 2019, small business start-ups increased by nearly one-third, and businesses are launching faster than they did before the pandemic. Click here to learn more from the MN Dept of Employment and Economic Development year-end report!
New Year, New PCR!
Did you know that you can donate to political organizations and be 100% reimbursed for your donation by the State of Minnesota? Don’t delay - help SD49 get a strong start on the 2024 election by donating online today.
Serving and Remembering our Veterans
During these Holidays, we of the Minnesota DFL and SD49 are giving thanks for our 300,000 Minnesota Veterans. Here in Minnesota these are not just empty words, but a challenge to rise higher still.
Victory for Ranked Choice Voting
On November 7th, Minnetonka voters resoundingly rejected a City Charter amendment to repeal ranked choice voting. Click here to learn more from FairVoteMN.org
Reflections: 2023 Intercultural Picnic
Whenever groups of people gather together, and sit at a table to share a meal, there will be differing opinions, perspectives, cultural differences, age disparities, and skill varieties. This, friends, is our strength.