🏛️ Structure of Minnesota State Government
Executive Branch
Led by the Governor (currently Tim Walz).
Other elected officials: Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, and State Auditor.
Governor's Office Website
Legislative Branch
Minnesota Legislature: Bicameral system with the House of Representatives (134 members) and the Senate (67 members).
Judicial Branch
Led by the Minnesota Supreme Court, with the Court of Appeals and District Courts.
🗳️ Elections and Voter Information
Minnesota Secretary of State (Elections Division): Manages voter registration, election security, and candidate filings.
Register to Vote
Elections & Voting Info
Minnesota Voter Guide: Comprehensive guides for state and local elections.
Voter Guide Portal
📊 Key Political Issues in Minnesota
Climate Change and Renewable Energy Development
Affordable Housing and Urban Development
Healthcare Access and Affordability
Public Education and Teacher Retention
Transportation and Infrastructure Modernization
Racial Equity and Police Reform
🤝 Civic Engagement & Grassroots Activism
League of Women Voters of Minnesota: Promotes informed and active civic participation.
Minnesota Environmental Partnership: Advocates for environmental sustainability and climate action.
ISAIAH Minnesota: Focused on social justice and community empowerment.
📰 Stay Informed
Star Tribune: Covers statewide politics and government.
Minnesota Public Radio (MPR): Offers in-depth reporting on state government and issues.
MinnPost: Nonprofit newsroom focusing on Minnesota politics and policy.
📚 Educational Resources
Minnesota State Archives: Provides access to government and historical records.
Minnesota State Archives Website
BallotPedia Minnesota: Neutral, fact-checked information on elections and policy.
Ballotpedia Minnesota
📱 Useful Tools and Apps
Countable: Follow legislation and contact your representatives.
CivicEngage: Portal for community-level civic information.