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    David Senjem

    David Senjem

    Statement about running for governor: The Senate minority leader on June 2, shortly after Gov. Tim Pawlenty's announcement, "I'd have to think about." — Star Tribune

    Party: GOP

    Current government position: Senate minority leader; represents District 29

    Elected: 2002

    Term: 2nd

    Occupation: Recently retired environmental affairs officer at Mayo Clinic

     

     

    Birth date: Dec. 20, 1942

    Home: Rochester

    Education: B.A., Luther College

    Website: In Touch With Senator Senjem

    E-mail:     sen.david.senjem@senate.mn

    Key issues and priorities: Higher education, bonding, agriculture and medical research

    Political experience: Served 11 years on the Rochester City Council, four years as a Park Board member and six years on the Olmsted County Environmental Commission. Also member of  the Minnesota Emergency Response Commission for 16 years and of the Minnesota OSHA Advisory Committee for four years.

    Background articles:

    Senate profile

    Wikipedia

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    Check out questions readers have for Minnesota's candidates for governor (and some answers) at 10Questions.com

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