Tag: minnesota
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The top fundraisers in the Minnesota House
Campaign finance requirements govern how much money candidates may receive from individuals and organizations, how often they must report those contributions, and how much individuals, organizations, and political entities may contribute to campaigns. While campaign finance is not the only factor in electoral outcomes, successful fundraising can provide a candidate with advantages during a campaign.…
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The top fundraisers among Minnesota statewide elected offices
Campaign finance requirements govern how much money candidates may receive from individuals and organizations, how often they must report those contributions, and how much individuals, organizations, and political entities may contribute to campaigns. While campaign finance is not the only factor in electoral outcomes, successful fundraising can provide a candidate with advantages during a campaign.…
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Brad Finstad (R) wins special election in Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District
Brad Finstad (R) defeated Jeff Ettinger (D) in a special election to fill the seat representing Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District in the U.S. House on Aug. 9, 2022. The special election filled the vacancy left by Jim Hagedorn (R), who died while in office on Feb. 17, 2022. This was the 11th special election to…
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Minnesota sees fewer U.S. House candidates this year than in 2020 and 2018
The filing deadline for candidates running for Congress in Minnesota was May 31, 2022. Thirty-two candidates are running for Minnesota’s eight U.S. House districts, including 18 Democrats and 14 Republicans. That’s four candidates per district, less than the 4.63 candidates per district in 2020 and the 4.75 in 2018. Here are some other highlights from…
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Newcomers will represent at least 31% of Minnesota’s state legislative districts next year
Sixty-three state legislative districts up for election in Minnesota this year are open, meaning no incumbents filed to run. This represents 31% of the state’s legislature, a marked increase compared to recent election cycles. Since no incumbents are present, all open districts are guaranteed to be won by newcomers. Fifty-nine of these districts are open…
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Erik Mortensen raised more than any other Republican House candidate in Minnesota
Minnesota Republican candidates and officeholders have raised $7.3 million during the 2022 election cycle. Among state House candidates and officeholders, Erik Mortensen has raised more than any other Republican. Mortensen represents District 55A and is running for re-election in 2022. Mortensen raised $90,777 and spent $24,672 between Jan. 1, 2021, and Mar. 31, 2022. According…
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Kelly Morrison raised more than any other Democratic House Rep. in Minnesota
Minnesota Democratic candidates and officeholders have raised $7.8 million during the 2022 election cycle. Among state House candidates and officeholders, Kelly Morrison has raised more than any other Democrat. Morrison is the representative for District 33B and is running for election to the Minnesota State Senate to represent District 45 in 2022. Morrison raised $74,968…
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Minnesota senate president raises $35,360 this election cycle
According to campaign finance reports filed with the Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board, Minnesota State Sen. David Osmek has raised $35,360 and spent $8,118 between Jan. 1, 2021, and Mar. 31, 2022. Osmek currently serves as the president of the state senate. Osmek is a member of the Republican Party and assumed office…
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$8.3 million raised in the race for Minnesota governor
The general election for Governor of Minnesota will take place on Nov. 7, 2022. In total, candidates running for Minnesota governor have raised $8.3 million, received $27,100 in loans, and spent $4.1 million between Jan. 1, 2021, and Mar. 31, 2022. The Democratic and Republican primaries are on Aug. 8, 2022. Here’s the breakdown for…
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Minnesota attorney general raises $540,932 this election cycle
According to the most recent campaign finance reports filed with the Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has raised $540,932 and spent $272,300 between Jan. 1, 2021, and Mar. 31, 2022. Ellison is currently ranked sixth in state-level donations in the 2022 election cycle. Ellison is a member of…