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Minnesota State Senate District 56

The chief function of a legislator is to enact laws. Each legislator represents a certain area as well as a number of individuals, referred to as constituents, who live in that area. In Minnesota, a state senator represents roughly 78,000 people, while a representative or house member represents approximately 39,000 people. There are 67 members in the Senate and 134 in the House. Senators’ terms are four years (two years in the first election following redistricting) while House members terms are two years.Learn more at the MN Senate website.

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    Julida Alter
    (Rep)

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    Raymond David Petersen
    (Rep)

Biographical Information

If elected, what will your top three priorities be and why? (750 characters)

What will you do to support a vibrant economy across Minnesota and to address inflation? (500 character)

What legislation, if any, would you support to address racial or ethnic disparities in Minnesota? (500 characters)

Do you support the adoption of a ballot issue to add the Equal Rights Amendment into the Minnesota State Constitution - why or why not? (500 characters)

What legislation, if any, would you support to protect clean air and water in Minnesota? (500 characters)

What legislation, if any, would you support to meet the need for safe communities? (500 characters)

What changes to legislation would you support to reduce the influence of big money in elections? (500 characters)

Campaign Website http://www.JulidaforMN.com
Campaign Twitter Handle @Julidaformn
Campaign Email Julidaformn@gmail.com
Contact Phone 6122022194
telephone 6122022194
As an ESL teacher, mother, and South Metro resident, my top priorities are improving educational outcomes, making life more affordable for families, and increasing accountability in government. Students deserve schools focused on academic achievement and preparing them for future success. Families need relief from rising costs for housing, childcare, groceries, and energy. Taxpayers also deserve confidence that public dollars are being spent wisely and protected from waste, fraud, and abuse. Strong schools, responsible government, safe communities, and a healthy economy create opportunities for families and help Minnesota remain a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Families and small businesses are feeling the pressure of rising costs. I will support responsible budgeting, reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens, strengthen workforce development, and support entrepreneurs and small businesses. Minnesota's workforce is one of our greatest assets. By encouraging economic growth, investing in skills training, and ensuring government lives within its means, we can make Minnesota more affordable and create greater opportunity throughout our state.
Minnesota should focus on expanding opportunity and improving outcomes. As an ESL teacher, I have worked with students and families from many backgrounds and understand that success begins with quality education, safe communities, and access to good jobs. I support policies that strengthen educational achievement, workforce training, and economic opportunity while measuring results and removing barriers that prevent people from reaching their full potential.
I support equal rights and equal protection under the law for every Minnesotan. However, I do not support the current Equal Rights Amendment proposal. My concern is not with equal rights, but with placing broad language in the state constitution that could create uncertainty about how existing laws and policies will be interpreted in the future. Constitutional amendments should be clear, durable, and broadly understood. I believe equal rights are best protected through laws that provide clarity
Minnesota's clean air and water are essential to our quality of life, outdoor recreation, agriculture, and economy. I support science-based environmental standards, investment in water infrastructure, and responsible stewardship of our natural resources. I also believe communities should have transparency regarding major developments and their impacts on local infrastructure. We can protect the environment while supporting economic growth through practical, balanced solutions.
Safe communities begin with supporting the police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and emergency responders who serve our communities every day. I support improving recruitment and retention, providing effective training and resources, addressing mental health and addiction challenges, and ensuring accountability throughout the justice system. Families deserve safe neighborhoods, schools, parks, and businesses, and public safety should remain a core responsibility of government.
Minnesotans deserve confidence that elected officials are accountable to voters. I support clear and timely disclosure of campaign contributions so the public can easily see who is funding campaigns and advocacy efforts. Transparency helps voters make informed decisions and promotes accountability. Any reforms should be applied fairly and consistently while protecting constitutional free speech rights and encouraging broad participation in the democratic process.
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