Justin, a young man in wheelchair smiling with a look that says "IReady to go!", name tags and seats around a Senate hearing table, American flag
Advocacy, Political, Uncategorized

This happened…

Last Friday, I was contacted by Representative Betty McCollum's Office to be part of a panel that happened yesterday to talk about the impacts of HR1 on Medicaid and our healthcare system. I, of course, said "yes, I'd love the opportunity to share my story." Because, that's what I always do. The thing is, it's… Continue reading This happened…

Side of Justin, young man in his mid-twenties in a power wheelchair, looking at speaker at podium, people seated in chairs in audience
Advocacy, Political

What did you do on New Year’s Day

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

Justin in wheelchair, crowd behind him looking towards stage and holding Harris for president signs
Advocacy, Political

I’m motivated now!

Okay, I know in my last post, I talked about not feeling particularly motivated. But, I’m motivated now! What a week!

Justin in his wheelchair, blurred people behind him in auditorium
Advocacy, Political

Ready to convene

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