Blue Earth County Republicans

We are 53 days from the Minnesota primary—and this one matters.

As Minnesota prepares to join the nation in celebrating 250 years of American freedom, the contrast couldn't be sharper: one party is fighting to defend it, and the other has spent years dismantling it right here at home.

Walz. Flanagan. Blaha. Ellison. Simon. Smith. Klobuchar. Under their leadership, Minnesota has lost its way — and Minnesotans know it.

There is no do-over. Either we turn out the GOP vote for the Great Minnesota Take Back, or we hand them four more years and lose our beloved Minnesota. It's that simple.

Below you'll find our sample ballot for the 2026 GOP primary, featuring our endorsed candidates — veterans who share our values, goals, and commitment to restoring accountability and common sense to this state. They once volunteered to serve our country, now they volunteer to serve you, their fellow Minnesotans. We have included a printable version which is attached, and one in the body of the email for you to share.

Share this with your family and neighbors. Print it out and bring it to the polls. And most importantly — vote.

Here are the key dates for this year's election:

Absentee voting begins: Friday, June 26, 2026
In-person Early Voting begins: Friday, July 24, 2026 (18 days before the primary)
Last day to vote early in person: Monday, August 10, 2026
Primary Election Day: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
If you have voting questions or need additional information, contact us directly via email at [email protected] or by phone at 651-222-0022.

Minnesota is worth fighting for—let's go take it back!

We had a great parade at Lake Crystal Days last night. Wonderful weather and great turn-out. THANK YOU to Representative Erica Schwartz and our wonderful volunteers who walked ahead of and behind the parade trailer! We soooo appreciate you and the time you gave to making our unit look so good.

Resources Written for tweens, teens, parents, educators, and law enforcement, these tip sheets offer guidance on navigating digital safety.​

The poll surveyed Minnesota residents for their opinions of Gov. Walz and several other contentious issues, including fraud, last year’s change to the Minnesota state flag, data centers and more: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/politics/minnesota-poll-walz-flag-fraud-ai-guns/89-009f68b7-bc2e-407c-bbe8-42a5ecb73e65?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_KARE_11

Midweek Memo from MN GOP from Deputy Chair, Donna Bergstrom

Patriots~
In just under two weeks, early voting begins for Minnesota's August 11 Primary Election. Do you have a plan to vote?

Absentee voting begins on June 26. Voters may cast an absentee ballot in person at designated locations beginning that day. Early Voting begins on July 24, eighteen days before Primary Election Day. To find locations open before Election Day, visit the Minnesota Secretary of State's website:

https://www.sos.mn.gov/elections-voting/other-ways-to-vote/voting-locations-before-election-day/

Minnesota voters can also join the Permanent Absentee Ballot List, which automatically sends a ballot for every election. For more information, visit:

https://www.sos.mn.gov/elections-voting/other-ways-to-vote/join-permanent-absentee-list/

Need to find your polling place? Use the Secretary of State's Pollfinder tool:

https://pollfinder.sos.mn.gov/

As our candidates continue knocking doors across Minnesota, one message is heard consistently: voters are demanding accountability from state government. Concerns about fraud, waste, public safety, and rising costs continue to dominate conversations at the doorstep. Minnesotans are looking for leaders who will restore trust in government and focus on delivering results for working families.

This election cycle, all 201 seats in the Minnesota House and Senate are on the ballot. Notably, Republicans have fielded candidates in a majority of legislative race across the state. To every candidate who has stepped forward to serve, thank you. Minnesotans deserve meaningful choices on the ballot, and your willingness to lead and engage your community strengthens our democratic process.

The MNGOP recently obtained polling that shows great opportunities for Republican victories across the state. The grotesque damage done by the DFL Trifecta and DFL leaders like Sen. Klobuchar, Governor Tim Walz, Lt. Peggy Flanagan & Attorney General Keith Ellison is beyond comprehension and a true political and sociological nightmare. Minnesotans have had enough and what solutions and fast.

This is our chance for the great Minnesota Take Back! Now is the time to get involved. Whether it is making phone calls, knocking doors, helping with fundraising, assisting with social media, displaying yard signs, or introducing candidates to your friends and neighbors, every effort matters. Victories are achieved by volunteers who are willing to invest their time, talent, and treasure to be effective.

Do not simply stare down the road to November – join us as we take back the beautiful state we know and love.

Every conversation, every door knocked, every phone call made, and every vote cast helps move us closer to success. Thank you for all you do to support Republican candidates and advance common-sense solutions for Minnesota.

With Gratitude,
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Donna Bergstrom

Deputy Chair, Republican Party of Minnesota

Minnesota Voting Information Portal

Perhaps you saw the poll just released by KARE 11/Star Tribune regarding Governor Walz's approval rating. It is dismal, to say the least.

Tim Walz earned this low-point in how he is viewed by Minnesotans by virtue of performing poorly in his role. He will be ending his eight years as governor leaving Minnesota in a worse condition than when he assumed office.

This state, and its citizens, were likely provided a gift when Walz was scrutinized under a nationwide media during his failed VP bid. Many things have come to light since then, most of them negative with regard to the stewardship of this state.

It isn't just Walz, it is the ideologically driven leftist Minnesota DFL that have participated in creating a state less attractive than a decade ago. Most Minnesotans recognize this. To reverse this, it will be imperative this November to bring in real leadership, at the Governor's office, Attorney General, State Auditor and Secretary of State along with ending the DFL control of the Legislature.

To accomplish this, people need to be engaged and motivated to vote. Minnesota needs your help. Plan to help candidates and get neighbors involved!

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Minnesota is ready for a new kind of leadership. People are tired of politics as usual. They want leaders who solve problems, put people first, and focus on results. That's the leadership I'll bring as your next governor.

A new report shows Minnesota dropped four spots nationally since last year as academic fluency declines under Gov. Tim Walz.

Minnesota GOP Chair Alex Plechash said if Sen. Amy Klobuchar "wants to lead Minnesota, she needs to tell parents what her plan is. Will she break from Tim Walz and empower parents, especially families trapped in failing schools?”