Morrison Campaign Announces Endorsements from Key Leaders in MN-03
Endorsements include Eden Prairie, Edina, Wayzata, and Medina Mayors
Morrison is endorsed by more than 30 leaders in MN-03 and across the state
THIRD DISTRICT – State Senator Kelly Morrison (DFL-SD45) today announced key endorsements from local leaders in MN-03. Morrison has received endorsements from:
Eden Prairie Mayor Ron Case
Edina Mayor Jim Hovland
Medina Mayor Kathleen Martin
Wayzata Mayor Johanna Mouton
Maple Grove City Councilmember Kristy Janigo
Mound City Councilmember Sherrie Pugh
Coon Rapids City Councilmember Kari Rehrauer
These endorsements are part of a growing list of more than 30 leaders and organizations in MN-03 and across the state, including Governor Mark Dayton, former WCCO anchor Don Shelby, Women Winning, and more than 20 state legislators.
"As a mayor, I know that you have to work with both Democrats and Republicans to get things done, and Kelly Morrison has always been a bridge-builder,” said Eden Prairie Mayor Ron Case. “We need leaders in Congress who are willing to work across the aisle to tackle our biggest challenges, and I'm proud to endorse Kelly to represent our district."
"Kelly Morrison has been a highly effective State Senator, with a verifiable track record of achieving bipartisan support on issues of importance, not only for her District but all of Minnesota,” said Edina Mayor Jim Hovland. “She is smart, thoughtful, humble, principled and pragmatic, always looking for common ground to find solutions. That is why Kelly Morrison has my support for representing all of us in the Third Congressional District in Congress.”
"Kelly Morrison is someone who puts partisanship aside to get things done, and we need more of that type of leadership in Congress,” said Medina Mayor Kathleen Martin. “I am proud to endorse her campaign and look forward to partnering with her to support our families here in Medina."
"As a CD-3 mayor, I know our district needs leaders who are willing to work with both Democrats and Republicans to deliver results for our communities,” said Wayzata Mayor Johanna Mouton. “Kelly Morrison has a track record of listening to and working with everyone, no matter their party, to improve the lives of families in Wayzata and across the state. That's why I'm proud to endorse her campaign for Congress."
"As an Army National Guard veteran, I know how important it is to support our men and women in uniform. Kelly Morrison's family has a deep history of military service, and she has always stood up for our veterans,” said Maple Grove City Councilmember Kristy Janigo. “I know that she will serve Maple Grove and the entire Third District well in Congress, and that's why she has my strong support."
"My family has deep roots in Mound and CD-3, and I know the importance of electing leaders who are committed to strengthening our communities for generations to come,” said Mound City Councilmember Sherrie Pugh. “From supporting our seniors to investing in infrastructure projects to expanding and protecting health care access for Minnesota women, Kelly Morrision has fought for our families in CD-3 and across the state. I know she will do the same in Congress, and that's why I'm endorsing her campaign.”
"As a city councilmember and former teacher, I believe we need leaders in Washington who are committed to working with our communities to strengthen our education system,” said Coon Rapids City Councilmember Kari Rehrauer. “Kelly Morrison has shown up for our students and teachers time and time again, and I know she will continue this work in Congress."
“It’s critical to have strong partnerships between the federal, state, and local levels to get things done for our communities,” Morrison said. “I’m grateful for this support from these prominent leaders in MN-03, and I look forward to working with them in Congress.
In November, Morrison announced the endorsements of more than 25 OB-GYNs in Minnesota. She is also endorsed by Women Winning and more than 30 leaders from MN-03 and across the state.
A full list of endorsements is below:
Women Winning
Former Governor Mark Dayton
Former WCCO anchor Don Shelby
Senator Jim Carlson
Senator Steve Cwodzinski
Senator Alice Mann
Senator Jennifer McEwan
Senator Erin Maye Quade
Senator Susan Pha
Senator Ann Rest
Senator Bonnie Westlin
Senator Melissa Wiklund
Representative Patty Acomb
Representative Kristin Bahner
Representative Ned Carroll
Representative Nathan Coulter
Representative Heather Edelson
Representative Steve Elkins
Representative Rick Hansen
Representative Hodan Hassan
Representative Kelly Moller
Representative Brad Tabke
Representative Samantha Vang
Representative Jay Xiong
Representative Cheryl Youakim
Mayor Ron Case (Eden Prairie)
Mayor Jim Hovland (Edina)
Mayor Kathleen Martin (Medina)
Mayor Johanna Mouton (Wayzata)
Councilmember Kristy Janigo (Maple Grove)
Councilmember Sherrie Pugh (Mound)
Councilmember Kari Rehrauer (Coon Rapids)
Commissioner Irene Fernando (Hennepin County)
Former Representative Hunter Cantrell
Former President & CEO of Planned Parenthood NCS, Sarah Stoesz
More than 25 Minnesota OB-GYNS
