“Your right to choose if and when to have a child should not be determined by where you live. Peggy will work tirelessly to reestablish nationwide access to reproductive healthcare, including abortion, contraception, and pre- and post-natal care. Peggy will fight to keep politicians out of doctors’ offices so that healthcare decisions are between patients and their providers. The government has no place deciding who can get what types of healthcare.”
“After the Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade, Peggy helped Minnesota become the first state to pass legislation protecting a woman’s right to choose and protecting abortion providers.”
“By striking down nationwide access to abortion, the Supreme Court set us back decades. Peggy supports passing the Women’s Health Protection Act to restore the protections of Roe v. Wade, and expand access to abortion for women in every state.”
“Peggy will fight back against Trump and Republicans’ attempts to defund Planned Parenthood and reproductive healthcare providers. She will vote to repeal the Hyde Amendment, which impacts the ability of low-income women to afford abortions.”
“Peggy helped pass the Minnesota Protect Reproductive Options Act which ensures access to contraception, sterilization, preconception care, maternity care, abortion care, family planning, fertility services, and counseling regarding reproductive healthcare. She will fight for this legislation at the federal level.”
“Prescription drugs are outrageously expensive because Washington politicians have let Big Pharma set the rules for too long. Peggy believes Medicare and Medicaid must negotiate the cost of all prescription drugs and force Big Pharma to lower its prices.”
“The high cost of prescription drugs hurts seniors’ ability to age with dignity. Peggy believes Medicare must negotiate the price of all prescription drugs, not just a handful. Cheaper prescriptions will ensure more money is kept in the pockets of our seniors.”
Expand Medicare, such as to cover dental, vision and hearing
Stop AI from denying care to people on Medicare
“Seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income Americans who rely on Medicare and Medicaid face serious gaps in coverage. Peggy will fight to expand Medicare and Medicaid coverage to include essential healthcare like vision, dental, and hearing.”
“Until recently, supporting Medicare was an issue that we all agreed on. In the Senate, Peggy will fight back against cuts to Medicare and Donald Trump and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s plan to use AI for prior authorization to dictate what care seniors receive, as opposed to the doctors who prescribe it.”
Pass Medicare for All or another single-payer plan
Expand coverage to more people, including through the ACA and Medicaid
“Peggy believes healthcare is a human right and will fight for Medicare for All, ensuring providers, clinics, and hospitals have the resources to give people the care they deserve. She knows we need to consider the impact on workers across the board as we make this change. Until that plan passes, Peggy will fight hard to expand access to care and rein in insurance company greed.”
“Peggy believes healthcare is a human right and will fight for Medicare for All, ensuring providers, clinics, and hospitals have the resources to give people the care they deserve. She knows we need to consider the impact on workers across the board as we make this change. Until that plan passes, Peggy will fight hard to expand access to care and rein in insurance company greed.”
“More than a million Minnesotans, including people with disabilities, seniors, and children, rely on Medicaid. The providers they see, including rural hospitals, mental health clinics, and nursing homes, rely on Medicaid. Peggy will fight to restore the inhumane cuts to Minnesotans’ healthcare made by Donald Trump and Republicans.”
“Seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income Americans who rely on Medicare and Medicaid face serious gaps in coverage. Peggy will fight to expand Medicare and Medicaid coverage to include essential healthcare like vision, dental, and hearing.”
“America’s healthcare system is broken. Donald Trump and Republicans have made it worse by cutting Medicaid for millions of Americans, eliminating tax credits that make healthcare cheaper for 90,000 Minnesotans, and defunding critical research into diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Peggy will fight to restore this vital funding and build a better system.”
“Medicaid is the primary coverage for two of every three nursing home residents. Peggy supports reversing the cuts to Medicaid in Donald Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ to ensure we don’t jeopardize the healthcare of seniors to pay for billionaire tax cuts.”
“America’s healthcare system is broken. Donald Trump and Republicans have made it worse by cutting Medicaid for millions of Americans, eliminating tax credits that make healthcare cheaper for 90,000 Minnesotans, and defunding critical research into diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Peggy will fight to restore this vital funding and build a better system.”
Require insurers to cover mental health care like physical care
Train and hire more mental health providers
“Peggy supports solutions like payment and coverage parity so that your insurance company covers mental healthcare like they cover your trip to the doctor. She also supports expanding the mental healthcare workforce, improving access in settings like schools, so people get care when and where they need it.”
“She helped deliver increased funding for Minnesota’s Dairy Assistance, Investment, and Relief Initiative, championed Sustainable Aviation Fuel, and expanded much-needed mental health resources for farmers.”
Protect and expand Medicaid funding for long-term care
“More than a million Minnesotans, including people with disabilities, seniors, and children, rely on Medicaid. The providers they see, including rural hospitals, mental health clinics, and nursing homes, rely on Medicaid. Peggy will fight to restore the inhumane cuts to Minnesotans’ healthcare made by Donald Trump and Republicans.”
“Medicaid is the primary coverage for two of every three nursing home residents. Peggy supports reversing the cuts to Medicaid in Donald Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ to ensure we don’t jeopardize the healthcare of seniors to pay for billionaire tax cuts.”
“Peggy believes healthcare is a human right and will fight for Medicare for All, ensuring providers, clinics, and hospitals have the resources to give people the care they deserve. She knows we need to consider the impact on workers across the board as we make this change. Until that plan passes, Peggy will fight hard to expand access to care and rein in insurance company greed.”
“Your right to choose if and when to have a child should not be determined by where you live. Peggy will work tirelessly to reestablish nationwide access to reproductive healthcare, including abortion, contraception, and pre- and post-natal care. Peggy will fight to keep politicians out of doctors’ offices so that healthcare decisions are between patients and their providers. The government has no place deciding who can get what types of healthcare.”
“Peggy helped pass the Minnesota Protect Reproductive Options Act which ensures access to contraception, sterilization, preconception care, maternity care, abortion care, family planning, fertility services, and counseling regarding reproductive healthcare. She will fight for this legislation at the federal level.”
Improve maternal health and reduce maternal deaths
Close disparities in maternal health, including racial gaps
Protect and expand access to prenatal and postpartum care
“Peggy has championed maternal health in Minnesota and will tackle the needs of expecting moms at a federal level by expanding access to prenatal and postnatal care to cut rates of maternal mortality and increase healthy births, especially for Black and Native mothers.”
“Your right to choose if and when to have a child should not be determined by where you live. Peggy will work tirelessly to reestablish nationwide access to reproductive healthcare, including abortion, contraception, and pre- and post-natal care. Peggy will fight to keep politicians out of doctors’ offices so that healthcare decisions are between patients and their providers. The government has no place deciding who can get what types of healthcare.”
“Peggy helped pass the Minnesota Protect Reproductive Options Act which ensures access to contraception, sterilization, preconception care, maternity care, abortion care, family planning, fertility services, and counseling regarding reproductive healthcare. She will fight for this legislation at the federal level.”
Reverse or block Medicaid and other health care cuts that strain rural hospitals
“More than a million Minnesotans, including people with disabilities, seniors, and children, rely on Medicaid. The providers they see, including rural hospitals, mental health clinics, and nursing homes, rely on Medicaid. Peggy will fight to restore the inhumane cuts to Minnesotans’ healthcare made by Donald Trump and Republicans.”
“Peggy supports solutions like payment and coverage parity so that your insurance company covers mental healthcare like they cover your trip to the doctor. She also supports expanding the mental healthcare workforce, improving access in settings like schools, so people get care when and where they need it.”
Stop insurers from denying or delaying care doctors say patients need
End prior authorization requirements
Bar AI from deciding whether patients get care
“Peggy believes it’s time to ban insurance companies from using prior authorization processes for care. Too many Minnesotans have sat on the phone and begged their insurance company to cover a prescription medication, a treatment, or a surgery. A stranger behind a desk or an AI algorithm shouldn’t be able to deny you care your doctor prescribed.”
“Until recently, supporting Medicare was an issue that we all agreed on. In the Senate, Peggy will fight back against cuts to Medicare and Donald Trump and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s plan to use AI for prior authorization to dictate what care seniors receive, as opposed to the doctors who prescribe it.”
Expand access to addiction treatment and recovery services
“People experiencing homelessness or struggling with addiction are a part of our community, and we must address these challenges as a community. Peggy believes that we must invest in affordable housing and building systems of care for our neighbors.”
“She’s not tethered to the special interests plaguing our healthcare system and will fight to ensure doctors and patients get to make decisions about their care.”
“Nobody’s daughter should grow up with fewer rights than her mother, yet our daughters today have fewer rights than we did at the same age. It’s clear that Republican politicians will stop at nothing to control women’s bodies. Outlawing abortion is just the first step. Republicans are working to limit contraception, IVF, and all aspects of reproductive healthcare.”
“Everyone needs access to healthcare; Peggy will fight for permanent advance appropriations for the Indian Health Service required to meet the needs of Native people across Minnesota and our country.”
Fund border security with more agents and resources
Invest in border technology, including drug detection at ports of entry
“Our current immigration system is broken and for far too long Washington hasn’t been able to fix it. We must have a strong and secure border, but Peggy is clear that a strong border should not keep us from welcoming new people to the United States. Peggy believes that immigrants are not only vital to the success of Minnesota’s economy, they are part of what makes Minnesota strong and a desirable place to live, work, and raise a family.”
“We have seen the consequences of a poorly managed border. Peggy believes we need to modernize and invest in the technology and capacity needed to maintain orderly borders for the safety and security of everyone.”
“Everyone involved with our immigration system today is overburdened: judges, immigrants, border technology and staffing, and legal advocates. We must invest in updating our outdated systems built in the 1900s for the 21st century.”
Respect due process and constitutional rights in immigration enforcement
Hold ICE and its agents accountable for abuses
Stop ICE raids in communities
Focus immigration enforcement on dangerous criminals
Compensate people and communities harmed by ICE
“Due process is the foundation of the American justice system. Peggy will fight to rein in Donald Trump and Kristi Noem’s power to trample due process rights, detain and deport lawful residents–even citizens–and separate children from their parents.”
“Peggy believes that ICE is out of control and that we must dismantle the agency and reimagine an immigration system rooted in dignity, safety, and due process for all.”
“Federal Immigration officers are not above the law. Peggy is calling for an end to the aggressive sweeps against immigrants who pose no danger to our communities.”
“The federal government laid this chaos and disruption on Minnesotans’ doorstep. Kristi Noem, Greg Bovino, and everyone involved in Operation Metro Surge must be held accountable for violating the law and due process. The federal government must repair and restore what it’s taken from Minnesota.”
“Peggy would have voted against Donald Trump’s bill that stripped away due process from some immigrants and allows ICE to indiscriminately round up people and tear families apart.”
Focus immigration enforcement on violent criminals, not law-abiding immigrants
End mass deportations
Guarantee due process before anyone is deported
Stop separating families through detention and deportation
“Due process is the foundation of the American justice system. Peggy will fight to rein in Donald Trump and Kristi Noem’s power to trample due process rights, detain and deport lawful residents–even citizens–and separate children from their parents.”
“Peggy supports ending the Trump Administration’s mass deportation policy that has indiscriminately targeted green card holders, people with no criminal records, and even U.S. citizens.”
“Federal Immigration officers are not above the law. Peggy is calling for an end to the aggressive sweeps against immigrants who pose no danger to our communities.”
Give undocumented immigrants a path to legal status or citizenship
“Most undocumented folks today have been here for over two decades, and our economy and communities rely on them. We need a pathway to legal status that allows folks contributing to Minnesota’s economy and communities to come out of the shadows.”
Fix the immigration system through comprehensive reform
Include border security and enforcement in immigration reform
“Our current immigration system is broken and for far too long Washington hasn’t been able to fix it. We must have a strong and secure border, but Peggy is clear that a strong border should not keep us from welcoming new people to the United States. Peggy believes that immigrants are not only vital to the success of Minnesota’s economy, they are part of what makes Minnesota strong and a desirable place to live, work, and raise a family.”
“Everyone involved with our immigration system today is overburdened: judges, immigrants, border technology and staffing, and legal advocates. We must invest in updating our outdated systems built in the 1900s for the 21st century.”
Keep legal immigration open to those who follow the rules
“Our current immigration system is broken and for far too long Washington hasn’t been able to fix it. We must have a strong and secure border, but Peggy is clear that a strong border should not keep us from welcoming new people to the United States. Peggy believes that immigrants are not only vital to the success of Minnesota’s economy, they are part of what makes Minnesota strong and a desirable place to live, work, and raise a family.”
“Peggy’s view on immigration is grounded in her Catholic faith and the belief that one should welcome the stranger, especially those seeking harbor from religious or political persecution. Our country was built by immigrants, and the foundation of our rule of law is due process.”
“Our current immigration system is broken and for far too long Washington hasn’t been able to fix it. We must have a strong and secure border, but Peggy is clear that a strong border should not keep us from welcoming new people to the United States. Peggy believes that immigrants are not only vital to the success of Minnesota’s economy, they are part of what makes Minnesota strong and a desirable place to live, work, and raise a family.”
“Peggy believes that refugees and asylum seekers fleeing violence, persecution, and war deserve the chance to seek safety through a fair and lawful process. We cannot turn our backs on people seeking refuge or send families back into dangerous and life-threatening situations.”
“During her time as Lt. Governor Minnesota passed a historic increase in funding for public education, including expanding special education seats, and she helped spearhead the universal school meal program to keep kids fed and lower grocery bills for parents, so everyone can focus on what’s most important, learning.”
“Your zip code should not dictate the quality of your education. Peggy believes parents, teachers, and students should make classroom decisions, and that the federal government should have a larger role in funding K-12 education, without a voucher program, so schools can retain and adequately pay a quality workforce and that students have access to the resources they need while not solely relying on property taxes to make up funding gaps.”
“She will take these results to Washington to fight for resources for early learning, special education, and career education to level the playing field for children across the state.”
Make pre-K and early learning affordable for families
“She will take these results to Washington to fight for resources for early learning, special education, and career education to level the playing field for children across the state.”
“The Head Start program is an essential part of our childcare infrastructure in Minnesota, serving 12,500 kids each year. Peggy supports not only reversing the cuts made by the Trump Administration, but expanding Head Start for more families so parents can go to work knowing their kids are learning and taken care of in high quality environments.”
“The biggest raise many families get is when their kids start kindergarten, and childcare costs come off their budget–that was the case for Peggy. Peggy supports expanding publicly financed universal Pre-K to get kids into high quality learning environments, and improve family budgets.”
“Your zip code should not dictate the quality of your education. Peggy believes parents, teachers, and students should make classroom decisions, and that the federal government should have a larger role in funding K-12 education, without a voucher program, so schools can retain and adequately pay a quality workforce and that students have access to the resources they need while not solely relying on property taxes to make up funding gaps.”
Help pay college costs for people in nursing, teaching and other needed fields
“Instead of punishing student borrowers, Peggy believes we need to expand opportunities for tuition support and loan forgiveness for people serving in essential public sector roles including teaching and healthcare, especially in rural and underserved communities.”
Oppose vouchers and keep public money in public schools
“Your zip code should not dictate the quality of your education. Peggy believes parents, teachers, and students should make classroom decisions, and that the federal government should have a larger role in funding K-12 education, without a voucher program, so schools can retain and adequately pay a quality workforce and that students have access to the resources they need while not solely relying on property taxes to make up funding gaps.”
Expand loan forgiveness for public service and high-need careers
“Instead of punishing student borrowers, Peggy believes we need to expand opportunities for tuition support and loan forgiveness for people serving in essential public sector roles including teaching and healthcare, especially in rural and underserved communities.”
Give every child a good education regardless of ZIP code, race or income
Fund schools equitably so poorer districts are not left behind
“At just 25, Peggy became the youngest member of the Minneapolis School Board, where she fought to make sure kids of all backgrounds could get a high-quality education.”
“Your zip code should not dictate the quality of your education. Peggy believes parents, teachers, and students should make classroom decisions, and that the federal government should have a larger role in funding K-12 education, without a voucher program, so schools can retain and adequately pay a quality workforce and that students have access to the resources they need while not solely relying on property taxes to make up funding gaps.”
Give parents a voice alongside teachers in their children's schools
“Your zip code should not dictate the quality of your education. Peggy believes parents, teachers, and students should make classroom decisions, and that the federal government should have a larger role in funding K-12 education, without a voucher program, so schools can retain and adequately pay a quality workforce and that students have access to the resources they need while not solely relying on property taxes to make up funding gaps.”
“During her time as Lt. Governor Minnesota passed a historic increase in funding for public education, including expanding special education seats, and she helped spearhead the universal school meal program to keep kids fed and lower grocery bills for parents, so everyone can focus on what’s most important, learning.”
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“Access to special education is a right, but access to quality special education has not been realized for far too many kids because the federal government has never lived up to its promise. Peggy believes Congress needs to fully fund the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.”
“In many communities, schools go beyond their core education mission and provide services like health and mental healthcare, dental services, nutrition, and after school programming. Peggy supports expanding the Full-Service Community School program to strengthen the communities our kids are growing up in.”
“The Trump Administration is proposing drastic cuts to Tribal Colleges and Universities for future budgets and the Bureau of Indian Education–another failure of the government to meet its trust and treaty obligations. Peggy will fight for the funding needed for teachers, students, and staff at these vital higher education institutions.”
Tie the minimum wage to inflation so it keeps pace
Make sure full-time work pays a living wage
Strengthen and enforce wage and overtime laws
“Peggy supports an America where one good job is enough. One job that pays your monthly bills, lets you put some money in the bank and even take a vacation.”
“Peggy co-chaired the Raise the Wage campaign in Minnesota and supports a $17 federal minimum wage tied to inflation to keep up with the increased costs of food, housing, and everyday essentials.”
“After co-chairing the coalition to raise the minimum wage in 2014, Peggy helped usher in the most pro-labor legislative session ever in 2023, passing a statewide paid leave program, the largest expansion of prevailing wage protections, banning captive audience meetings, and requiring that all workers have access to sick time.”
“If you work full-time in America, you shouldn’t struggle to survive. It’s been nearly 20 years since Washington raised the minimum wage to $7.25–that’s $15,080 per year. Peggy knows it’s time to raise the minimum wage so folks are paid what they rightfully deserve. That means at least $17 an hour and tied to inflation.”
Protect workers' right to organize and bargain collectively
Ban captive audience meetings
“After co-chairing the coalition to raise the minimum wage in 2014, Peggy helped usher in the most pro-labor legislative session ever in 2023, passing a statewide paid leave program, the largest expansion of prevailing wage protections, banning captive audience meetings, and requiring that all workers have access to sick time.”
“She also helped lead the fight for Paid Family and Medical Leave, working for years to pass Minnesota’s nation-leading program to level the playing field for small businesses and ensure no one has to choose between taking care of their baby and their paycheck.”
“Peggy supports national paid family and medical leave so families can take care of each other without losing a paycheck, small businesses can offer the same benefits to their employees as large corporations, and every employer can keep their workers on the job.”
“After co-chairing the coalition to raise the minimum wage in 2014, Peggy helped usher in the most pro-labor legislative session ever in 2023, passing a statewide paid leave program, the largest expansion of prevailing wage protections, banning captive audience meetings, and requiring that all workers have access to sick time.”
Address root causes of crime like poverty, addiction and mental illness
Keep communities safe from crime
“Peggy understands community safety cannot be achieved piecemeal. We need an integrated system where local law enforcement agencies have the resources they need. We must also address the root causes of crime–including mental health, addiction, and economic security.”
Ban or restrict assault weapons and high-capacity magazines
Ban ghost guns
“The patchwork of gun laws across our nation has created a system filled with legal gaps and loopholes. Peggy wants to ban assault weapons, high-capacity magazines, and ghost guns.”
Fund police departments and give them the resources they need
Invest in better training for police officers
Build trust between police and the communities they serve
Strengthen oversight and accountability for police
“Peggy understands community safety cannot be achieved piecemeal. We need an integrated system where local law enforcement agencies have the resources they need. We must also address the root causes of crime–including mental health, addiction, and economic security.”
“Law enforcement must be both well resourced and held to a high standard in order to establish trust and credibility in their community. Peggy supports funding local police departments so they have the resources they need to train officers and support community safety.”
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“Peggy knows real safety for our communities comes from both accountability and rehabilitation for people who commit crimes. We need to expand and invest in programs to support re-entry, reduce recidivism, and give people the opportunity to contribute to their families and our communities.”
“Domestic violence can destabilize every aspect of your life–safety, housing, and community. As a fierce supporter of survivors and the organizations who support them in crisis, Peggy will fight for federal funding to ensure that those fleeing domestic violence find a safe harbor in their time of need and to help prevent domestic violence.”
“Peggy has a long history of standing with the community in difficult and scary moments, and unfortunately, antisemitism, Islamophobia, and violence against LGBTQ2S+ Americans are on the rise. Peggy supports increased resources to support victims of hate and improve law enforcement monitoring of hate activity to better tackle issues before they move from risk to reality.”
“Minnesota became the first state to tackle the epidemic of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives by establishing an office to support families and law enforcement in solving and prosecuting these crimes. Peggy will work to ensure a permanent federal office is established to end the trafficking of and violence against Native women, girls, and our two-spirit relatives.”
“Everyone deserves to be safe wherever they choose to live. Peggy will continue the work of Senator Smith and push for the Justice for Native Survivors of Sexual Violence Act.”
“Peggy supports universal childcare. She knows investing in high quality programs in the places and spaces families choose helps kids learn and grow and benefits families’ budgets.”
“The Head Start program is an essential part of our childcare infrastructure in Minnesota, serving 12,500 kids each year. Peggy supports not only reversing the cuts made by the Trump Administration, but expanding Head Start for more families so parents can go to work knowing their kids are learning and taken care of in high quality environments.”
“The biggest raise many families get is when their kids start kindergarten, and childcare costs come off their budget–that was the case for Peggy. Peggy supports expanding publicly financed universal Pre-K to get kids into high quality learning environments, and improve family budgets.”
Shore up Social Security's finances for the long term
Restore staffing and service at Social Security offices
“Instead of fighting for regular folks, Congress passes bills that give corporations and the wealthiest Americans special treatment: from tax loopholes to limits on what they pay into Social Security and Medicare. Peggy will fight to stop this special treatment and unrig our system for you and me.”
“Peggy will fight to protect Social Security now and for future retirees by ensuring that the wealthiest Americans pay their fair share into the system. By expanding the income cap and source for contributions, Social Security will continue to provide benefits seniors can count on for decades to come.”
“Seniors and people with disabilities are hurting because Donald Trump and Elon Musk gutted the Social Security Administration (SSA). Peggy believes that we must invest in the Social Security Administration to ensure that people get the answers and the services they need quickly-at local Social Security offices, on the phone, or on the internet.”
Expand and strengthen SNAP, WIC and other food assistance
Make sure everyone has enough to eat
Support Meals on Wheels and home food delivery for seniors
“Ripping away SNAP, Meals on Wheels, and WIC from children, seniors, and low-income Americans to pay for tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy is inhumane. Peggy will fight to reverse the cuts the Trump Administration made to food assistance and make sure that everyone has enough to eat.”
“According to Meals on Wheels America, 13 million seniors worry about having enough food. This is unacceptable. Peggy will fight to protect and expand SNAP, Meals on Wheels, and other programs, so no senior in Minnesota has to worry about their next meal.”
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“In 2015, Peggy was elected to the state legislature, where she led Democrats on child care issues and engaged her colleagues to form the POCI (People of Color and Indigenous) Caucus.”
“In the U.S. Senate, she will fight to ensure that seniors don’t just get by, but that they have what it takes to live a full and dignified life and are able to retire.”
“At a time of rising costs, seniors living on fixed incomes deserve every additional dollar they can get. Peggy supports eliminating the tax on Social Security to expand the personal budgets of seniors.”
“As Lt. Governor, Peggy has been a champion for housing investment and affordability. She fought for policies to make it easier for renters and those trying to buy a house to actualize that dream. This work culminated in 2023 with a historic state investment to support down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers, housing construction support, and rental assistance for Minnesotans in every region of the state.”
“Housing costs are putting a strain on homeowners and renters alike. We need to ensure people can afford to buy their first home and make sure renters can afford their housing costs.”
“As Lt. Governor, Peggy has been a champion for housing investment and affordability. She fought for policies to make it easier for renters and those trying to buy a house to actualize that dream. This work culminated in 2023 with a historic state investment to support down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers, housing construction support, and rental assistance for Minnesotans in every region of the state.”
“Housing costs are putting a strain on homeowners and renters alike. We need to ensure people can afford to buy their first home and make sure renters can afford their housing costs.”
“As Lt. Governor, Peggy has been a champion for housing investment and affordability. She fought for policies to make it easier for renters and those trying to buy a house to actualize that dream. This work culminated in 2023 with a historic state investment to support down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers, housing construction support, and rental assistance for Minnesotans in every region of the state.”
“People experiencing homelessness or struggling with addiction are a part of our community, and we must address these challenges as a community. Peggy believes that we must invest in affordable housing and building systems of care for our neighbors.”
“As Lt. Governor, Peggy has been a champion for housing investment and affordability. She fought for policies to make it easier for renters and those trying to buy a house to actualize that dream. This work culminated in 2023 with a historic state investment to support down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers, housing construction support, and rental assistance for Minnesotans in every region of the state.”
“America needs to take bold action to build more housing and help people upgrade existing homes to bring down costs like utilities and insurance. Peggy supports The Homes Act and taking other bold steps to create more affordable options and good union jobs to get the work done.”
“An increasing number of homes in Minnesota are owned by Wall Street speculators who are outbidding hardworking Minnesota families. Peggy believes we should ban large corporate landlords and hedge funds from purchasing single-family homes.”
“Peggy believes that it is the responsibility of the United States government to deliver robust, accessible, and quality care for our veterans. We can’t pass off this duty to some company focused on profit.”
Expand mental health care for veterans and service members
Strengthen veteran suicide prevention and crisis care
Fund research and alternative treatments for PTSD
“Peggy will fight to invest in veterans’ mental healthcare. Their unique experiences, and higher rates of PTSD, depression, and suicide deserve a comprehensive federal response from robust research to innovative treatments and access.”
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“During Peggy’s time as Lt. Governor Minnesota has made historic investments in programs to support veterans leading to the opening of three new veteran homes, functionally ending veteran homelessness in eight out of nine Minnesota regions, and a new military museum scheduled to open next year.”
“Peggy will take the work and success of functionally ending veteran homelessness in most of Minnesota to Washington. With dedicated federal resources, we can take the Minnesota model nationwide and make sure our veterans have the secure housing they deserve.”
“In Minnesota and across the U.S., grieving families are having to delay plans and jump through hoops to get death certificates signed. Peggy supports the bipartisan plan to require that veteran death certificates be signed a maximum of two days after they pass so their families can move forward.”
“Peggy supports providing the healthcare and benefits our Guard and Reserve members have earned regardless of whether their orders were for active or reserve duty to put an end to the healthcare and benefits disparity based on a technical difference.”
Open and expand markets for American farm products
Give farmers aid for losses from tariffs and trade disruptions
Give farmers stable and predictable trade policy
“Farmers and their families deserve a government that does everything in its power to provide market and infrastructure stability today and ensure that future generations can choose to farm their family’s land.”
“Peggy supports eliminating tariffs that are devastating Minnesota farmers, while maintaining those protections that are vital for industries like Minnesota iron mining, and ensuring that farmers receive aid to support them as we rebuild the agricultural market access Trump has destroyed.”
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“Congress hasn’t passed a full, five-year farm bill since 2018. Peggy understands the importance of stability to farm families and our ag industry. She will work to pass a comprehensive, five-year Farm Bill with strong titles for Minnesota, including support for producers and investments in the research and innovation Minnesota leads on.”
“Peggy believes that when farmers invest their hard-earned money in equipment, they should have the right to repair it themselves or choose their own mechanic. They should not be forced to work through the manufacturer. Peggy wants to let farmers call the shots and have the opportunity to keep work and money in their local community.”
Cut greenhouse gas emissions, including by moving to clean energy
Invest in climate resilience and adaptation
“We only have one planet, and we must ensure it’s livable for future generations and address climate change. The innovation, development, and deployment of renewables are critical to energy security in the 21st century and to mitigating the extreme weather impacting us all.”
“During her term, Minnesota made major investments in climate and clean energy, while committing to achieve 100% carbon-free electricity by 2040. These investments also mean a new sector with high-paying, union jobs across the state.”
“Minnesota’s water is one of our great resources, and we should never take it for granted. Peggy knows that we need environmental groups, industry, labor, and farmers working together to protect our water from pollution and invasive species.”
Hold polluters accountable and enforce environmental laws
“Peggy believes there is more to do to hold people and companies accountable when they refuse to comply with environmental standards that are designed to protect our children and natural resources.”
Replace lead pipes and get lead out of drinking water
“Your home should be a safe and healthy place; Peggy supports increased federal funding to remove lead from pipes and homes to make them safer for all of us.”
Bar members of Congress from becoming lobbyists after they leave
Tighten ethics and conflict-of-interest rules for Congress and the executive branch
Extend the lobbying ban beyond Congress
“If Washington is going to focus on making families’ lives easier, we need to end the onslaught of corporate and dark money in elections, reverse Citizens United, and hold the powerful to higher ethical standards.”
“Peggy supports banning stock trading for anyone elected to federal office, including members of Congress and the president. Minnesotans need public servants who are focused on serving their constituents, not their stock portfolios.”
“If Washington is going to focus on making families’ lives easier, we need to end the onslaught of corporate and dark money in elections, reverse Citizens United, and hold the powerful to higher ethical standards.”
“In the Senate, Peggy will fight to ban corporate money in our elections and require disclosure of all donors. D.C. won’t work for people until we get corporate and dark money out of our democracy.”
“Seniors and people with disabilities are hurting because Donald Trump and Elon Musk gutted the Social Security Administration (SSA). Peggy believes that we must invest in the Social Security Administration to ensure that people get the answers and the services they need quickly-at local Social Security offices, on the phone, or on the internet.”
Other things the site says about government operations and elections (1)
“Peggy recognizes that Trump has unleashed an assault on our democracy and demands that Congress immediately pass laws to protect free and fair elections.”
Use targeted tariffs to protect American jobs and industries
Repay businesses, farmers and families for tariff costs
“Peggy supports eliminating tariffs that are devastating Minnesota farmers, while maintaining those protections that are vital for industries like Minnesota iron mining, and ensuring that farmers receive aid to support them as we rebuild the agricultural market access Trump has destroyed.”
“Over the past decade as a state lawmaker and Lt. Governor, Peggy has joined business development and trade missions, become a staunch advocate for our agricultural industry, welcomed foreign dignitaries to Minnesota, and promoted Minnesota as a destination for investment and opportunity.”
“China has a history of unfair trade practices and intellectual property theft. Peggy supports cracking down on foreign actors like China who cheat to undercut American workers and Minnesota businesses.”
Restore and protect federal support for clean energy
Move to 100% clean energy and phase out fossil fuels
“We only have one planet, and we must ensure it’s livable for future generations and address climate change. The innovation, development, and deployment of renewables are critical to energy security in the 21st century and to mitigating the extreme weather impacting us all.”
“During her term, Minnesota made major investments in climate and clean energy, while committing to achieve 100% carbon-free electricity by 2040. These investments also mean a new sector with high-paying, union jobs across the state.”
“In this country, we continue to consume more electricity every year. Peggy opposes the Trump Administration’s rollback of investments in clean energy and supports clean energy solutions like wind and solar that also create new union jobs in all areas of our state.”
“Peggy supports the development of new technologies like biofuels including Sustainable Aviation Fuels, and green steel and green ammonia from green hydrogen.”
Expand clean and renewable energy production at home
“We only have one planet, and we must ensure it’s livable for future generations and address climate change. The innovation, development, and deployment of renewables are critical to energy security in the 21st century and to mitigating the extreme weather impacting us all.”
Restore the energy tax credits and investments that were cut
“During her term, Minnesota made major investments in climate and clean energy, while committing to achieve 100% carbon-free electricity by 2040. These investments also mean a new sector with high-paying, union jobs across the state.”
“In this country, we continue to consume more electricity every year. Peggy opposes the Trump Administration’s rollback of investments in clean energy and supports clean energy solutions like wind and solar that also create new union jobs in all areas of our state.”
“Peggy knows that we can have good jobs and a clean environment. She will fight to ensure that the deployment of clean energy creates new, high-paying, union jobs and industry decarbonization that will protect and grow jobs.”
“America needs to take bold action to build more housing and help people upgrade existing homes to bring down costs like utilities and insurance. Peggy supports The Homes Act and taking other bold steps to create more affordable options and good union jobs to get the work done.”
“Peggy supports biofuels. She appreciates that farmers supply inputs for higher-value energy products and understands the importance of this additional market.”
“Sustainable aviation fuel is an example of what happens when the government, farmers, and the private sector partner together and have a vision for the future. Peggy knows we must continue investing in SAF and leverage existing commodities to drive new technologies.”
“Peggy believes that establishing ongoing peace and stability in the Middle East requires a lasting ceasefire and a two-state solution which allows for a secure Israel and Palestinian self-determination. Peggy would have joined Minnesota Senators Smith and Klobuchar in voting to halt offensive weapons sales to Israel. Peggy believes the United States and global partners must surge aid to Gaza and help rebuild the area.”
Support Palestinian statehood, self-determination, equal rights and safety
Support Israel's existence, security and right to defend itself
Get humanitarian aid into Gaza and help rebuild it
Limit or put conditions on U.S. weapons for Israel
“Peggy believes that establishing ongoing peace and stability in the Middle East requires a lasting ceasefire and a two-state solution which allows for a secure Israel and Palestinian self-determination. Peggy would have joined Minnesota Senators Smith and Klobuchar in voting to halt offensive weapons sales to Israel. Peggy believes the United States and global partners must surge aid to Gaza and help rebuild the area.”
“All eligible voters should have their rights protected. Peggy supports the John Lewis Voting Rights Act and other policies that restore and protect the democratic processes from voter suppression, election interference, and undue burdens on people who have the right to vote.”
Protect the right to protest and assemble peacefully
“Peggy believes in the right to free speech and the freedom of assembly and will fight to uphold every American’s constitutional right to self-expression.”
“Instead of fighting for regular folks, Congress passes bills that give corporations and the wealthiest Americans special treatment: from tax loopholes to limits on what they pay into Social Security and Medicare. Peggy will fight to stop this special treatment and unrig our system for you and me.”
“She supports cutting taxes for middle and working class Minnesotans by expanding the Child Tax Credit to give family budgets a boost and lift kids out of poverty.”
Stop tax breaks and loopholes for big corporations
Tax big corporations at no lower rate than workers and small businesses
“Instead of fighting for regular folks, Congress passes bills that give corporations and the wealthiest Americans special treatment: from tax loopholes to limits on what they pay into Social Security and Medicare. Peggy will fight to stop this special treatment and unrig our system for you and me.”
“Small businesses need programs in place that allow them to compete with larger corporations, attract top talent, and grow. Peggy believes the government should invest in small business loans and level the playing field so small businesses don’t pay a higher tax rate than giant corporations like Amazon.”
Level the tax playing field between small businesses and big corporations
“Small businesses need programs in place that allow them to compete with larger corporations, attract top talent, and grow. Peggy believes the government should invest in small business loans and level the playing field so small businesses don’t pay a higher tax rate than giant corporations like Amazon.”
“Small businesses need programs in place that allow them to compete with larger corporations, attract top talent, and grow. Peggy believes the government should invest in small business loans and level the playing field so small businesses don’t pay a higher tax rate than giant corporations like Amazon.”
Win infrastructure funding for their own state or district
“The Trump Administration’s politiciazation of infrastructure grants and permitting processes is unacceptable. Peggy will push for robust and reliable federal infrastructure investments in Minnesota.”
Other things the site says about public lands, water and tribal affairs (4)
“She will continue the tradition of those who have held this Senate seat before her-Senator Paul Wellstone, Senator Al Franken, and Senator Tina Smith–leading on issues important to tribal communities and seeking a seat on the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs.”
“Under Peggy’s leadership, Minnesota has become the model for Tribal-State relations grounded in a foundational government-to-government relationship and consultation with Minnesota’s 11 Tribal nations on state actions that impact them.”
“The federal government has never fully lived up to treaty and trust obligations, and the Trump Administration has been even worse. Peggy will hold the Administration to higher standards for working with Tribal governments.”
