An Independent Voice For All Minnesotans
Every Minnesotan should have equal access to the
“good life” — No matter their zip code.
Safe neighborhoods, smart spending, and leadership that puts Minnesotans ahead of party politics.
I was born and raised in White Bear Lake, the youngest of six children in a family deeply rooted in public service. My parents were both active in Minnesota governance, instilling in me a lifelong respect for community and civic responsibility.
I graduated from White Bear Lake High School (Go Bears!) and later earned my degree from the University of St. Thomas. As a lifelong Minnesotan, entrepreneur, and former business owner, I’ve spent my career solving problems, managing budgets, and building teams, experiences that have prepared me to take on the real challenges Minnesota is facing today.
My wife, Marie, and I also know what it’s like to raise kids in Minnesota’s public schools, navigating the same classrooms, teachers, and community programs as so many families across our state. That reminds me every day who I’m fighting for: hardworking Minnesotans who deserve a fair shot and a better future for their children.
Priorities
Minnesota, We Deserve Better 2026
Safety and Opportunity for All
Every Minnesotan should have equal access to the “good life.” That starts with being safe in your home, on your street, in your community, and in our beautiful Twin Cities. It extends to our children, who deserve to feel safe in their schools.
World-Class Education
No matter your zip code, every child deserves a public education that truly prepares them for the future. We will remove partisan-driven agendas from our schools and put educators and common sense back in control of our classrooms.
A Premier Destination for Business
Minnesota should attract companies from around the country and the world, while helping the businesses already here succeed. That means clearing away unnecessary government roadblocks to growth.
Common Sense Accountable Government
Our state agencies and the Minnesotans who work in them, will be empowered to make common sense decisions for Minnesotans, not for political parties or special interests. Massive fraud can and will be a thing of the past.
Leadership you can trust - believe in and count on
We need leaders we can trust to be working on our behalf, not for big donors or special interests. When we do hear from them, it shouldn’t be doom, gloom, or finger-pointing, it should be about possibility, unity, and progress for all Minnesotans.
Our Minnesota Environment
Protect and preserve our lakes, rivers, forests, and natural beauty because our
outdoor heritage is part of who we are and essential to the “Good Life” in
Minnesota.
How Did We End Up With This System
I call it the political matrix, we think we’re in control, but in truth, we’re just fueling the partisan machines. I don’t blame anyone for staying in it; it’s comfortable, it’s familiar, and it’s where your friends and family probably are too. But if we want something better, we have to be willing to step outside of it. Remember, government works for the people, not the other way around.
