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| U.S. Senate: Minnesota and the DFL Party are truly fortunate to have a person with Amy Klobuchar's integrity, intelligence and passion as our United States Senator. Amy rose to the top of a dynamic field of candidates because she clearly articulated a vision for this state and country. U.S. Congress: A republican nightmare, veteran Tim Walz hits head-on all of the issues that our past representative had been afraid to address. With heavy involvement in the military, school-teaching and coaching, Walz brings something new to First District's House seat - leadership. Attorney General: Lori Swanson stands up for ordinary Minnesotans against companies and criminals that break the law. She will continue to fight for HMO and health care reform and will crack down on pharmaceutical companies that price-gouge our patients. Lori will hold companies accountable when they unlawfully stack the deck against our citizens while holding all the cards. Swanson will assist county attorneys in committing dangerous sexual predators and prosecuting meth dealers to keep our communities safe. State Auditor: Rebecca Otto is a dedicated public servant with an unflinching commitment to accuracy. She believes government should be accountable to you, not special interest groups like Taxpayer's League, and as State Auditor she will work to ensure accountability at all levels of government, not just local governments. Rebecca will stand up against bad state fiscal policy that has been undermining the financial stability of our schools and our local governments and driving up our property taxes. Secretary of State: Mark Ritchie worked for Governor Perpich in the Department of Agriculture, working on trade policy and the farm crisis. He created the League of Rural Voters ten years ago to increase voter registration and civic participation in rural communities. He created a non-partisan voter registration campaign, where over 1,000 groups registered over 5 million new voters nationwide - despite obstacles by former Minnesota Secretary of State Mary Kiffmeyer. State Senator District 27: Recently, Dan Sparks' identity protection package was signed into law, a big victory for you - the voter! Dan was able to secure more than $10 million to fund regional programs including flood relief and road improvement. When government is ineffective with gas gouging, skyrocketing property tax, and endless fees, Dan Sparks works to reform it and remove the barriers so you can get ahead. Minnesota House of Representatives 27A: Robin Brown is a positive leader representing Minnesota families. The mother of six children, Robin and her husband Joe live in rural Freeborn County where she raises Peruvian Paso horses. Robin serves as an art teacher at Albert Lea High School and campaigned full-time this summer to earn your vote. Her legislative priorities will be quality education, assessable health care and good jobs. Minnesota House of Representatives 27B: Jeanne Poppe is an effective and engaged civic leader. Her experiences governing on the Austin City Council and as state representative provided local constituents with an active demonstration of her ability to communicate, make decisions, and problem solve. Jeanne's educational background as a counselor means she listens and learns before she speaks and decides. Focusing on shared values and beliefs which lead to collaboration and cooperation are the hallmark of her leadership syle. |
2009 Local Elected Officials: County Commissioner District 1: Glen Mathiason County Commissioner District 3:: Jim Nelson County Commissioner District 5: Linda Tuttle Soil and Water Supervisor District 1; David Ausen Soil and Water Supervisor District 2: Christopher J. Dahl Soil and Water Supervisor District 5: Donald Kropp Mayor of the City of Albert Lea: Mike Murtaugh Council Member Ward 3 of Albert Lea: Ellen Kehr Council Member Ward 5 of Albert Lea: Larry Anderson Mayor of the City of Alden: Jerry Reyerson City Council Members of Alden: Samara Christensen Mayor of the City of Clarks Grove: Bruce Hansen Council Members (Special Election) of Clarks Grove: Marvin C. Thompson & Dick Nelson City Council Members of Clarks Grove: Carolyn Weller & Dick Nelson Mayor of the City of Conger: Travis Henderson City Council Members of Conger: Mark Behr Mayor of the City of Emmons: Mark Heggestad City Council Members of Emmons: Jerry Martinson & Loren Honsey Mayor of the City of Freeborn: Mark Gruben City Council Members of Freeborn: James Beach & Dale Johannsen Mayor of Geneva: Steven Bailey City Council Members of Geneva: Jannell Tufte & Timothy N. Gassman Mayor of the City of Glenville: Wes Webb City Council Member of Glenville: Sue Gillard & Gary Gulbrandson Mayor of the City of Hartland: Kelly Routh City Council Members of Hartland: Larry D. Flatness & Linda Pederson & Sheri Donovan Mayor of the City of Hayward: Willis Pfieffer City Council Members of Hayward: Michael D. Hansen & Dale E. Matson & Nick Semple Mayor of the City of Hollandale: Ted Radke City Council Members of Hollandale: Ken Muillenburg & Tom Nims Mayor of the City of Manchester: Blake Shell City Council Members of the City of Manchester: Steven Hannegrefs & Eugene Utzka Mayor of the City of Myrtle: Larry Prantner City Council Members of Myrtle: Dana Warrington, & Patricia Lawson Mayor of the City of Twin Lakes: Joel Schwarz City Council Member of Twin Lakes: Sarah Attig & Jeanne Epland Albert Lea School Board Members: Bill Villarreal , Bill Leland , Linda Laurie |
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| *Disclaimer: The Freeborn County DFL does not necessarily endorse or support the positions taken on the issues as presented on linked internet sites nor do we in any way have or want any say over the material presented. Satire, issues, events, views, and sites are listed because they are devoted to topics of current interest to Democrats and are intended strictly to provide information to enable voters to make up their own minds on political and social issues. |
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| Katherine Island, Albert Lea, MN |
| Art & Rose Anderson- Co-Chairs Shari Staude- Secretary Tim Peterson- Treasurer |
| Educate Advocate Organize Wellstone Action! |
| Art Anderson, Shari Staude & Tim Peterson ~our honored leader, sassy secretary & on-top-of-it treasurer~ Your hard work and commitment is truly appreciated. We thank you! |
| Labor Union Center AFL-CIO, 1407 Highway 13 N, Albert Lea, Mn 507.373.0649 |
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| More Pictures ~ Freeborn County DFL Activities |
| Political Satire & Cool Stuff ~ it says so much... |
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| We are Proud to Present Our Elected Officials! |
| Our next monthly meeting will be held July 16, 2009 7 pm |
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| Freeborn County Board Of Commissioners Glen Mathiason 1st District County Commissioner 20060 700th Avenue Alden Mn 56009 507.874.3232 glenmath@deskmedia.com Daniel Belshan 2nd District County Commissioner 85486 157th Street Glenville Mn 56036 507.448.3332 dbelshan@clear.lakes.com Jim Nelson 3rd District County Commissioner 16270 785th Avenue Albert Lea Mn 507.448.3981 Christopher Shoff 4th District County Commissioner 405 Garden Rd Albert Lea Mn 56007 507373.0980 christopher.shoff@co.freeborn.mn.us Linda Tuttle 5th District County Commissioner 1508 Ashley Court Albert Lea Mn 56007 507.383.0463 tuttleolson@charter.net |
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| First Ward
Councilor Vern Rasmussen,Jr. 1426 Edgewater Dr. (507) 377-1540 Home vrras@charter.net |
| Mayor
Mike Murtaugh 313 Willamor Rd. (507) 377-2590 Home murtaugh.mike@gmail.com |
| Second Ward
Councilor Larry Baker 1315 Lakeview Blvd. (507) 377-1397 Home lbaker2nd@gmail.com |
| Third Ward
Councilor Ellen Kehr 1712 Plainview Lane (507) 377-8643 Home ekehr@vacation.com |
| Fourth Ward
Councilor Reid Olson 1110 Richway Dr. (507) 373-2769 Home olsonsiding@hotmail.com |
| Fifth Ward
Councilor Larry Anderson 824 Jefferson (507) 377-2392 Home larry5thward@charter.net |
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| Minnesota State Representative 27A Robin Brown 337 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Marin Luther King Jr Blvd Saint Paul, MN 55155 651.296.8216 rep.robin.brown@house.mn |
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| Minnesota State Senator Dan Sparks 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Capitol Building, Room 317 St. Paul, MN 55155-1606 651.296.9248 sen.daniel.sparks@senate.mn |
| United States Representative Tim Walz Mankato Office 227 E Main St Mankato Mn 507.388.2149 tim@timwalz.org |
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| Upcoming Events Freeborn County Fair Aug 4-9 Stop in and see us at the Fair!!! Freeborn County DFL Speghetti Feed September 26 4-7pm Fairline Building Fairgrounds Albert Lea |
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| Senator Sparks offers help for tornado victims
State Senator Dan Sparks (DFL-Austin) is adding another level of assistance available to Austin-area residents impacted by Wednesday’s tornado. Senator Sparks said he has been speaking with local officials and has already begun the process of working to bring relief to those in need. “I spent most of Thursday helping our neighbors clean up their yards and homes,” Sen. Sparks said. “I’ve seen first-hand all of the devastation people are facing right now, and I know from the past disasters this area has faced that people have a lot of questions after something like this happens. If anyone is facing challenges or has questions, I encourage them to contact me so I may help them through the disaster relief process.” Senator Sparks said he spoke with several local leaders yesterday and is waiting for them to provide a total damage estimate. Once that number is available, he will begin work at the state level to secure disaster aid. That aid may not be available until the Legislature reconvenes in 2010, but the preliminary work of securing support can begin immediately. “This area has seen its fair share of challenges in the past,” Sen. Sparks said. “I have no doubt that, by working together, we will rebound as a stronger community.” Anyone with questions may contact Senator Sparks in Austin at 507-438-2898 or sen.dan.sparks@senate.mn. |
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