Primary Election is Tuesday, Aug. 13
Voting season is underway. The state primary election is August 13 and will narrow down the candidates for U.S. Senator and House of Representatives Districts 2 and 4, as well as South St. Paul Mayor. Here’s a brief look at who’s on the ballot. We provided websites if one was available. To register to vote or find your polling location, visit www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-voting.
U.S. Senator
John Berman, Republican
makeusageeky.com
Loner Blue, Republican
Steve Carlson, DFL
stevecarlsonforussenate2018.com
Joe Fraser, Republican
joeforsenate.com
Alycia R. Gruenhagen, Republican
alycia4senate.com
Ahmad R. Hassan, DFL
hassanforminnesota.org
George H. Kalberer, DFL
Amy Klobuchar, DFL (incumbent)
amyklobuchar.com
Patrick D. Munro, Republican
gowithmunro.com
Raymond D. Petersen, Republican
rayforsenate.com
Ole Savior, DFL
Christopher Seymore Sr., Republican
seymoreforussenate.com
Royce White, Republican
roycewhite.us
U.S. Representative District 2
Angie Craig, DFL (incumbent)
angiecraig.com
Marc Ives, DFL
ivesforcongress.com
Tayler J. Rahm, Republican
rahmforcongress.com
Joe Teirab, Republican
joeformn2.com
U.S. Representative District 4
Betty McCollum (incumbent), DFL
mccollumforcongress.com
Gene Rechtzigel, Republican
May Lor Xiong, Republican
mayformn.com
South St. Paul Mayor
(Candidates appear alphabetically)
Jimmy Francis (incumbent)
Education: 2-year broadcasting degree from Brown Institute, life/health/property/casualty insurance license from Kaplan University
Occupation: Employee benefits advisor with Assured Partners
Political experience: eight years as mayor of South St. Paul
Top three priorities: Continued effective and functional government, water protection and infrastructure resilience, and economic development
Candidate statement: “As a lifelong resident, I love South St. Paul and my goal has always been to continue to implement the vision of our council, ensure continuity in ongoing projects, and further improve the community’s quality of life. Remaining as your mayor allows me to strengthen progress, address persistent issues, and maintain leadership stability for the benefit of South St. Paul’s residents. My motto, ‘Forward with Francis’ reflects our journey of progress over the past eight years, showcasing how far we’ve advanced. I am here to serve; I ask for your vote.”
Learn more: ilovessp.com, 651-321-8348
Mark J. Westpfahl
Education: Master of Education, University of Minnesota
Occupation: Social studies teacher
Political experience: Served four years on school board; Minnesota State Capitol Preservation Commission 2022-present.
Top three priorities: Maintain and repair important infrastructure, find a balance between taxes and spending, and lower our incidences of domestic violence and opioid use.
Candidate statement: “My vision for the city is ‘Embracing the Past, Envisioning the Future.’ I aim to build a prosperous future while serving our diverse community and showcasing our rich heritage. I bring civic pride, an eagerness to engage multiple perspectives and governmental experience. I hope to make city government a place where all residents come together to enhance our city’s strengths, solve its problems, and build something new. I want the city to be a vibrant, thriving place where people want to live, work and play. I aim to bring more transparency, collaboration and creativity to city government.”
Learn more: markformayorssp.com; 651-246-8574
Eddie Wu
Education: Bachelor’s degree in English for Teaching from Metro State University
Occupation: Restaurant owner/operator
Political experience: Ten years’ experience working with county, state and federal organizations to fund community projects.
Top three priorities: Strengthen current small business support and increase small business options; representation of all communities; energize the city’s public amenities.
Candidate statement: “A vote for Eddie Wu for mayor is a vote for a more vibrant city. My business, leadership and political experience can enhance what we do have and attract the things we don’t. I grew up here, I’ve raised my kids here, and I want to make this the city they want to stay in – a city we don’t need to leave for medical needs, date nights, or outdoor get-togethers. South St. Paul can be the same great city I grew up in and it can include the new communities that call it home in a way that benefits everyone.”
Learn more: voteforwu.com, 612-386-1598
The general election will be held Tuesday, Nov. 5.
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