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    Tom Emmer

    Tom Emmer

    Statement about running for governor:

    “We will develop our policy agenda guided by our core principles of limited government, economic freedom, and individual liberty. Government needs to be redesigned and reformed; only by listening to the people can we ensure that the reforms meet the needs of Minnesotans.”  -- May 26, 2010 Capitol press conference

    Party: Republican

    Current government position: State representative, District 19B

    Elected: 2004

    Term: 3rd

    Occupation: Attorney

     

     

     

    Birth date: March 3, 1961

    Home: Delano

    Education: B.A., history/political science, University of Alaska, Fairbanks; J.D., William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul

    Website: Campaign website

    E-mail:     rep.tom.emmer@house.mn

    Key issues and priorities: According to his website, Emmer has authored legislation on "truancy reform, sweeping health care reforms, stringent penalties and alternative treatment options for the worst of the worst convicted sex offenders." Emmer's website also lists these "Statement of Principles."

    Political experience:     Member of Independence and Delano City councils, 1994-2004

    Background articles:

    Emmer on state budget problems

    Emmer on "Glenn Beck Show"

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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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    Information | Thu, Jul 2 2009 10:50 am

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