• Press Release

EMILYs List-Endorsed Candidates Secure Democratic Nominations Across Critical Minnesota Legislative Races

August 11, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following EMILYs List-endorsed candidates’ victories in Minnesota legislative primaries and their advancement to key general election races, EMILYs List candidates are at the center of the effort to flip the House and expand the majority in the Senate where there are some of the narrowest margins in the nation – currently at a one-seat Senate majority and a tied House. EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler released the following statement:

“EMILYs List is proud to congratulate these bold women on securing the Democratic nominations in their state legislative races. This November, they’ll be at the center of the fight to win critical seats, build a Democratic trifecta, and deliver results for Minnesota families. EMILYs List is proud to stand with them as we continue our multi-year work to build women’s governing power in Minnesota.”

EMILYs List congratulates the following candidates on securing Democratic nominations in Minnesota:

  • Leah Hanson (MN-HD18A)
  • Kari Rehrauer (MN-HD35B)
  • Brion Curran (MN-HD36B)
  • Kristin Bahner (MN-HD37B)
  • Jen Fox (MN-HD41B)
  • Tracey Breazeale (MN-HD45A)
  • Lucy Rehm (MN-HD48B)
  • Mary Frances Clardy (MN-HD53A)
  • Jess Hanson (MN-HD55A)
  • Kristi Pursell (MN-HD58A)
  • Angie Hanson (MN-SD23)
  • Liz Boldon (MN-SD25)
  • Angela Nelson (MN-SD35)
  • Heather Gustafson (MN-SD36)
  • Kristy Janigo (MN-SD37)
  • Judy Seeberger (MN-SD41)
  • Ann Johnson Stewart (MN-SD45)
  • Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger (MN-SD47)
  • Lindsey Port (MN-SD55)
  • Erin Maye Quade (MN-SD56)

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