Bonnie Westlin
Candidate for MN Senate District 34
Maple Grove, Osseo, Dayton and Rogers
ENDORSED
I’m Bonnie Westlin. In 2016, I stepped up to run as a first-time candidate for Senate District 34, opposing long-entrenched Republican Warren Limmer. I didn’t win that first race, so I went to work meeting constituents, listening to their concerns, and preparing for a rematch this November. I’m ready to turn SD34 blue, and go to work for the people in my district and all across Minnesota.
Bonnie’s Concession Statement. Read It Here →
I’ll work to make health care accessible and affordable for all Minnesotans.
I'll work for racial justice and meaningful police reform.
I’ll work to fully fund and strengthen Minnesota’s pre-K through 12 public education system.
I’ll work to enact common-sense legislation to reduce gun deaths in Minnesota.
Where I Stand…
Our common values bind us together as a community and should always serve as our guide for making our state work better for all of us, no matter what we look like, where we come from or what our economic status is. It’s time to reject the politics of division. Now more than ever, we need leaders who bring us together, not tear us apart
Healthcare
The current COVID-19 pandemic has shown the deep, structural problems with our current healthcare system. We need to ensure that all Minnesotans have access to high quality, affordable healthcare, in good times and in bad. We also need to ensure that providers are able to respond swiftly to any healthcare crisis that arises, and that those working on the front lines have everything they need to protect themselves and their patients.
Education
It’s time that we fully fund our public education system, including ensuring that our schools have the vital support services they need, such as counselors and social workers, to help students be successful. I will work with teachers, administrators, parents and students to eliminate the opportunity gap, and ensure that Minnesota continues to have one of the most highly educated workforces in the nation.
Public Safety
Minnesota has failed to pass common sense gun violence prevention measures, primarily because my opponent refuses to hear any of these bills in the Judiciary Committee he chairs. Expanded background checks and Red Flag laws have broad public support and have been shown to reduce gun deaths. I strongly support these measures, and will work to pass these bills in my first year in office.
Racial & Social Justice
I am fully committed to addressing racial and social justice issues in Minnesota and dismantling the systemic, structural racism that permeates every institution and corner of our society. We do not need more empty community conversations that do not result in concrete action.
I’m asking for your vote. And I’d love your help!
Ready to roll up your sleeves? Below are a few ways you can contribute and volunteer.
Host a precinct party
Walk in a Parade
Host District Doorknocks
Help make Phone Calls
Make an Endorsement
Put up Lawn Signs
** Please Note – we are currently practicing social distancing so we will not be door knocking at this time, but we are actively phone banking and could use your help. We will let you know as soon as we are out and about.
I’m asking for your vote. And I’d love your help!
Ready to roll up you sleeves? Below are a few ways you can contribute and volunteer.
Host a precinct party
Walk in a Parade
Host District Doorknocks
Help make Phone Calls
Make an Endorsement
Put up Lawn Signs
** Please Note – we are currently practicing social distancing so we will not be door knocking at this time, but we are actively phone banking and could use your help. We will let you know as soon as we are out and about.
Endorsements
www.startribune.com
The shooting occurred at an Allina Health Clinic, police said.
Op-ed: Forgiving student debt will help senior citizens, too
www.cnbc.com
Sens. Chuck Schumer and Elizabeth Warren say President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris should cancel up to $50,000 in federal student debt.
Helping Kids Navigate Scary News Stories | Parenting Tips & Advice | PBS KIDS for Parents
www.pbs.org
We cannot fully “news proof” our home when unsettling events happen in the world, but we can help kids navigate what they hear through simple, responsive, reassuring conversations.