Neighbors, As lawmakers, we take an oath to uphold both the US Constitution and the Minnesota Constitution. That oath is not optional – it is a foundational commitment to the rule of law and the people we serve. I take my oath to serve very seriously. On Friday, the Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that Republicans' recent actions without a quorum in the Minnesota House violated the Minnesota Constitution. Democrats have been focused on working directly with constituents in our districts and are ready to bring that important work back to the Capitol. First, Republicans must agree to honor the will of the voters, the rule of law, and their oath of office to uphold the Minnesota Constitution. Until Republicans agree to govern alongside us, DFLers will continue to deny quorum. For me, this is a matter of protecting the integrity of our government and ensuring that Minnesotans can trust their leaders to act within the bounds of the law. Denying quorum is not a step I take lightly. However, I believe it’s a necessary stand to demand accountability and prevent further erosion of our democratic processes. I am committed to working for the people of 52B and am using this time to meet with constituents, learn more about the challenges facing our schools, dive deeper into the bills I’ve been working on, meet with my local government partners, and so much more.  |