State Rep. Frank Moe (DFL-Bemidji) surprised the political establishment of SD 4 and northern Minnesota by announcing he won’t seek re-election during what was expected to be his nominating speech for the 4A DFL endorsement Saturday. (The Bemidji Pioneer has a good story on this).
Am somewhat confused that with Frank Moe’s retirement from 4-A, why Irene Folstrom would be considered a strong replacement cnadidate in 4-B. Is she moving; and going to run against the endorsed candidate in 4-B (Meg Bye)?
Thanks for the question. That’s what I don’t know. The Bemidji Pioneer reporter her as one of two candidates named as possibilities by DFL insiders. But I must admit I don’t know what side of the line she’s on. I don’t believe anyone is challenging the endorsed Meg Bye in 4B. We are talking specifically about 4A. Does anyone know what side of the line Irene lives on? I need to do some checking.
AB
Hi there! I live in Bemidji, in 4A.
Irene Folstrom
Well, there you have it.
And if Irene is responding on blogs like this she must be thinking about seeking the endorsement. Since the local races on the Iron Range are all snooze fests this year, I’m going to make a point of following this one. Any candidate interested in 4A let me know, and I’ll post your announcement here at MinnesotaBrown.com.
AB
Hi! My name is Tony Williams. I made my official announcement at the Beltrami County GOP convention. I am ready willing and able to serve the community of Northern Minnesota and the people of my district with great enthusiasm.
I welcome any challengers, however know that in order to win this election you will have to work at least twice as hard as I intend to work.
Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have at my campaign e-mail: electtonywilliams@gmail.com