We Fight for What We Love.
We love our neighbors, our environment, our local businesses, our farms, our kids, and our democracy!
My Values
Smart economic growth:
Our economy is owned by billionaires and corporations. As a result, locally-owned businesses are squeezed out and workers’ rights are violated. I will advocate for policies to improve the profitability of locally-owned businesses and farms, and ensure livable wages and good conditions for workers across the board.
Good public services:
I will advocate for strong oversight of state contracts through an Office of Inspector General to eliminate fraud in Minnesota.
I will advocate for direct funding to the public schools in District 28B to improve education without increasing our property taxes. I will always support our public schools to offer exceptional education to our students.
I will fight to institute universal healthcare in Minnesota, reducing costs and eliminating co-pays and fees for care. This would drastically reduce healthcare costs, one of the most expensive items in every family's budget.
Protecting the environment:
Conservation and recreation are at the heart of our district, and they are also the key to a healthy mind, body, spirit, and economy.
ABOUT DANIEL COLTEN SCHMIDT
I grew up in St. Louis, Missouri and have lived in both rural and urban communities all across the country. I studied natural philosophy and economics in college and moved back to the Midwest because of my love for nature and the Mississippi River.
I am deeply committed to serving my community. In my professional career as a nonprofit development director, I secured more than $12.5 million dollars for the East Phillips neighborhood in South Minneapolis, one of the poorest communities in the state.
I bought his first home in South Chisago Lake Township with my partner, and we are now renovating our historic home and revitalizing the old orchard. I am excited to embody my strong conviction and care for people and to utilize my deep understanding of our political economy to serve you, our neighbors, and the beautiful St. Croix River Valley.
