Members of the LCR board met with Donald Bellfield on Thursday, August 18th to discuss his candidacy for the 8th Ward council seat in Minneapolis. We're pleased to announce that we're endorsing his candidacy, and look forward to supporting him in the days leading up to the September 13th primary.
He faces a crowded field of candidates on September 13th. The DFL did not endorse. There are 4 Democratic candidates running, plus some Green and non-affiliated candidates. Donald has been door-knocking specifically to Republican-identified households, hoping that the DFL candidates will split the vote and he'll be able to win one of the top two spots. Donald holds a bachelor's degree in Urban Studies from Mankato State University, and has earned a public policy certificate from the Humphrey Institute. A 30 year employee of the Metropolitan Council, he currently focuses on transit issues and has a broad range of experience in budgeting, research and planning. An outgoing, enthusiastic fellow, Donald is the type of candidate we want to encourage. Describing himself as an 'Arne Carlson Republican', his priorities are fiscal responsibility, public safety and economic development. He is fully supportive of the current city policies on GLBT issues related to hiring, domestic partnerships, employee benefits, etc. If you're an 8th Ward resident and want to find out more about Donald's campaign, contact me at [EMAIL PROTECTED]<mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>. We'll post updates on the campaign as the days roll along. Mark Hanson Monthly Meetings: First Thursday, 5:30 PM, Wilde Roaste Cafe, 5th and East Hennepin (1 block north and across the street from Boom). Log Cabin Republicans of Minnesota PO Box 130691 St. Paul, MN 55113-0006 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Eva Young Near North Minneapolis Blogs: http://lloydletta.blogspot.com http://www.outletradio.com REMINDERS: 1. Be civil! Please read the NEW RULES at http://www.e-democracy.org/rules. If you think a member is in violation, contact the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[email protected] Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
