So, you know the Minnesota district that has a special election coming up to elect a new MN House representative? I live there and am a delegate. I spent a long Wednesday afternoon at our Senate District 40B endorsing convention. WAIT! You went to what!!! Anyway, 100 of us delegates and even more volunteers showed… Continue reading What did you do on New Year’s Day
About living with a disability and the next 4 years? I’m ready to fight and make sure our voices are heard. I’m ready!
On Thursday, I did something! I voted early in Minnesota.
You know that there is a pretty huge election in three weeks. So, here are my top reasons why I support Democrats up and down the ballot.
I’ve loved being involved in the political process where I can make my voice heard about issues that matter to people with disabilities. Governor Walz has made me feel important and that what I have to say is important. What a gift. Check out the USA Today article!
Okay, I know in my last post, I talked about not feeling particularly motivated. But, I’m motivated now! What a week!
On Friday, I’m heading to Duluth for the DFL State Convention. This will be the 3rd time I’m a state delegate and here’s why I’m going: I went to my local caucus in February and raised my hand. I went to my Senate District Convention and raised my hand. Showing up and raising my hand… Continue reading Ready to convene
A mixed couple of weeks with some disappointment, excitement, and frustration with the unknown.
I am having severe pain in my right knee and it is causing significant hurdles in my writing process and getting out in the community. I powered through the pain and testified at the Minnesota House Human Services Policy Committee last Tuesday about Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) legislation (House File 4568 and Senate File… Continue reading Time for change
Remember how I mentioned that there is legislation being introduced at the State of MN to make improvements to the Consumer Directed Community Services (CDCS) program? The first hearing in the House Human Services Policy Committee is at 1:00 on Tuesday, 3/19/2024, and I am excited to testify in support of this bill. This issue… Continue reading Time to Testify
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