Kristi Pursell

Economy

I will continue to work tirelessly so that all those who want to farm have access to the land, healthcare, training, technical support, and resources they need to be successful. Learn more

Education

I will continue to expand opportunities for high school students to learn about the variety of post-secondary options available to them, including learning a trade, farming, and attending technical schools. Learn more

I will continue to be an advocate for funding for mental health resources in schools, helping to address some of the ongoing effects the pandemic has had on students’ (and education professionals’) mental health. Learn more

I will continue to work towards increased access to free post-secondary education. Learn more

I will continue to work to refinance and forgive student loans, and ensuring paying off student loans can count as match for pensions for public employees. Learn more

I will continue to fight for a budget that includes full funding for our public schools, reducing the undue burden put on homeowners to pass property tax levies. Learn more

Environment / Energy

I will continue to ensure our state invests in locally- and publicly-owned solar and wind power, such as solar on schools. Learn more

I will continue to use my experience locally to address the root causes of water pollution like stormwater runoff and erosion across the state. Learn more

I will continue to fight the corporate consolidation that is driving small and mid-sized farmers out of business and off their family’s land. Learn more

I will continue to champion conservation agriculture that recognizes farmland and our rural places can be great natural habitat. Learn more

I will continue fighting to ease the burden on rural communities for healthy groundwater by leveraging state funds and making the polluters pay. Learn more

I will continue to grow increased participation by farmers and landowners to increase the number of acres where soil health practices are implemented. All farmers in Minnesota must have the resources and technical support they need to implement regenerative and sustainable farming practices that build resiliency and mitigate the climate crisis. Learn more

I will continue to support pollinator-friendly programs and incentives that protect the habitat of pollinators, especially our native bees. Learn more

I will continue to help ensure our wildlife corridors are healthy and intact for native and game species to thrive. Learn more

I will continue to work towards a just transition to 100% clean energy. Learn more

I will continue to ensure all Minnesotans, regardless of zip code have affordable, healthy drinking water. Learn more

Government Reform

I will continue to foster trust in our electoral processes by supporting local election officials to freely and fairly conduct elections with integrity and efficient use of funds. Learn more

I will continue to support local government units in maintaining their ability to build upon the laws of the state to best reflect their own community’s needs and priorities. Learn more

I will continue to defend Minnesota’s standing as one of the highest voter participation states and preserve our same-day voter registration. Learn more

I will continue to support legislation that makes it easier for all eligible voters to participate in our elections. Learn more

Healthcare

I will continue to expand free mental healthcare programs, addiction treatment, and social work services. Learn more

I will continue to advocate for more transparency of healthcare costs from providers to patients. Learn more

I will continue to reign in the rising cost of prescription drugs. Learn more

I will continue to work to expand public healthcare by fighting for a Public Option, allowing more families to buy a MinnesotaCare plan, and by contracting directly with providers to lower costs. Learn more

Infrastructure / Transportation

I will continue to fight for legislation that helps grow and protect our local meat, dairy, vegetables, flowers, and small grain processing infrastructure and workforce. Learn more

Legislation

I will continue to advocate for legislation that treats addiction as a mental health issue, not a crime. Learn more

I will ensure that any budget passed by the legislature includes much-needed funding for the youngest Minnesotans who need special education. Learn more

Social Services

I will continue to champion legislation that is specifically designed to help working parents by growing our childcare workforce and make it easier for more families to qualify for financial assistance when it comes to paying for daycare. Learn more

Taxes / Budget

I will continue to fight to make sure that the wealthiest among us– those making more than 1 million a year (which is 83,333 per month/ 19,230 per week) – are paying their fair share in taxes by creating a new income tax bracket. Learn more

I will never vote to increase income taxes for middle-class families. Learn more

Wages / Job Benefits

I will continue to support and expand workers’ rights and the right to collectively bargain. Learn more

I will continue to be a fierce advocate for a state-wide minimum wage that better reflects the rising cost of living in all Minnesota communities. Learn more