Nicole Mitchell

Website:  www.nicolemitchell.org
Email:  votenicolemitchell@gmail.com
Mailing address:  P.O. Box 25824, Woodbury, MN 55125

Briefly describe your qualifications:
I grew up in the district, and have always been active in the community. I am a mother and foster parent who will support education, a meteorologist who understands climate change, a lawyer with experience drafting legislation, and a military Commander who supports veterans.

What are your positions on 3-5 important issues?
Education: public education needs to be well-funded and accessible to all. Environment: we need to work to mitigate climate change impacts and protect the environment, especially water resources. Economy: support the economy by supporting workers with paid sick leave, more affordable and accessible childcare, and livable wages.

If you lose the endorsement, what is the #1 issue you would like the endorsed candidate to carry forward on your behalf?
Climate and the environment. Climate change is an issue that transcends many of the other issues, for example, increasing drought periods impact our farmers and food resources, pollution impacts our water supplies, etc.

What else should we know about you?
(That) I plan to be very engaged both while I'm running for Senate AND while I would serve. Some candidates are accessible only when asking for a vote. I've also been a life-long volunteer, ranging from work with abused women and the homeless to a lot of work with abused/neglected children. I also helped build and teach a Diversity and Inclusion program within the military. I want to make sure I represent EVERYONE and respect different experiences.

Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger
Website:www.amandaformnhouse.com
Email: campaign@amandaformnhouse.com; contact@amandaformnhouse.com
Mailing address:  583 Eagle Ridge Road, Woodbury, MN 55125

Briefly describe your qualifications:

• Master of Science in Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy (Humphrey School of Public Affairs, 2016)
• Master of Science in Genetics (Iowa State University, 2008)
• Business/Management Analyst (the State of Minnesota, 2020-present)
• Legislative Analyst (the State of Minnesota, 2020-2021)
• Union Member and Leader (Minnesota Association of Professional Employees, 2011-present)
  • Paid Parental Leave Organizing Committee
  • Government Relations Committee/Political Council
  • Steward
  • Board of Directors
  • Department of Public Safety Meet and Confer Team
• Metropolitan Council Transportation Advisory Board Alternate (2021-present)
• MetroTransit Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Community and Business Advisory Committee (2020-present)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong and passionate public speaker
• Advocate for working families
• Effective lobbying skills
• Extensive analytical experience

What are your positions on 3-5 important issues?

1. Advocating for Working Families_:  Minnesotans shouldn’t have to struggle to meet their basic needs.
2.  Addressing Climate Change: It’s our responsibility to take care of the planet, and protect it for future generations.
3.  Investing in Education: Education should be equitable and accessible to all.
4.  Championing Healthcare:  All Minnesotans deserve access to affordable healthcare and paid time away from work to care for themselves and their families.

If you lose the endorsement, what is the #1 issue you would like the endorsed candidate to carry forward on your behalf?

As the endorsed candidate, my main policy position is to champion paid family and medical leave for all Minnesotans.

What else should we know about you?

I am a passionate person who listens to understand.  I believe in bringing people together, gathering as much information and perspectives as possible, and leading with community input to make the best policy decision together.

Ethan Cha
Email: ethanchamnhouse@gmail.com
Website Address: www.ethanchamnhouse.com
Telephone: (651) 321.8388

Briefly, describe your qualifications:

I have a passion to serve my community.  I have served the democratic party for the last 12 years in the capacity of an organizer, appointed a democratic delegate to the state party, caucus democrat club president, volunteered, endorsed, elect, and advocate for democratic interests and goals. I currently continue to support, in my many roles, other DFL candidates in the 2022 election.
 
My lived experiences will make me a well-rounded legislator, one who listens to his community and Champions all.

What are your positions on 3-5 important issues? Explain: Childcare:
An issue close to my heart, as a stay-at-home parent I understand the needs and struggles of young families trying to find child care solutions for their children. Child care is essential to healthy and prosperous families.
 
 Environment:
With climate change, we need to ensure that the children of tomorrow have a sustainable and safe world to live in. We need to protect our water, soil, and air from pollutants that harm not just the environment but also the people who rely on them. We must fight for legacy funds to continue preserving the natural habitat of this region, expand trails and bike paths, and create parks to make our city livable. It is necessary for us to have a resiliency plan and mitigation solutions for extreme changes in our climate that will be
borne by our residents.
 
Education: 
Our children in k-12 deserve a well-rounded education that will equip them for the rigor and competitiveness of post-secondary education in the global economy that awaits them. We must fully fund education and close the achievement gap.
 
Women's rights and gender equality: 
I have raised 3 beautiful daughters and am married to a wonderful wife. Supporting women's rights and gender equality is a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable community.
 
Special needs and mental health: 
I have a deaf and blind family member, I know of the cries for help. We need to invest in families caring for those with special needs. This includes medical assistance, supplemental programming, and mental health support for caretakers.

What else should we know about you?

I appreciate all the work you do as volunteers. I started as a grassroots organizer 15 years ago, my family and I have volunteered hundreds of hours, and my daughters started phone banking and precinct walking when they were just 10 years old. They are in college now. I just want to say thank you to all of you.

State Candidates for Re-election

Top 10 reasons to vote Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger, House District 47A

10  MOVIES. Firm believer that "Back to the Future" is the greatest movie of all time
9 DANCE. Former dance teacher and high school Dance Team Coach; still practices ballet with her daughters
8 REPRO RIGHTS RALLIES. Attended three rallies in support of Women’s Right to Choose
7 CLIMATE. Believes climate change is a critical local issue and impacts not only us but our children and future generations
6 SCIENCE. Professional experience in analyzing evidence as a forensic scientist (similar to the lab scientists on "CSI")
5 PRO-UNION.  Union member and leader with the Minnesota Association of Professional Employees
4  AWESOME PARENTS. Her mom is a nursing professor, and father is a small business owner and retired DNR employee
3 PFML. Long-standing advocate for paid parental leave
2 HAPPY MOM. Mother of two beautiful children and "pet-mom" to three shelter animals - one cat and two guinea pigs
1 LOVES LIVING HERE. 14-year resident of Woodbury/Maplewood