Rice County Republicans

Press Release from the Bill Paulsen for Senate Campaign

On Wednesday, July 22, Bill Paulsen formally announced he is seeking the endorsement of the Republican Party for Minnesota State Senate District 25, encompassing northern Rice County, southern Scott County, Le Sueur County and eastern Sibley County.

Mr. Paulsen believes that it is the people of Minnesota who drive economic prosperity. He understands that the people of Senate District 25 work hard to start new businesses that create jobs and put in long hours to achieve a bright future for themselves and their children. “To help the people of Minnesota achieve their goals, much work needs to be done in the Legislature. Minnesota faces a $6-$7 billion structural budget deficit for the next biennium, a weak job market, and dwindling tax revenues. I will work to advance responsible leadership for Minnesota’s future, rather than reckless spending and special interest politics,” said Mr. Paulsen.

Mr. Paulsen has been a resident of Minnesota for eight years, working as an engineer in the electronics industry. He currently resides in Lonsdale, in Rice County. He earned a Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Minnesota in 2006. From his experience in the technology world he understands that education is critical for our young citizens.

Mr. Paulsen recognizes that Minnesota must position itself and its citizens to compete in a global economy. This includes ensuring that parents can provide a quality education to their children. “Our children need the skills to compete in the competitive marketplace. I will support parents in choosing the education that best fits their kids. This includes upholding the constitutional mandate requiring that the Legislature in Minnesota provide for public schools while protecting alternative forms of education including charter and homeschooling.”

Budget reform is also a priority for Paulsen who noted that the Legislature adjourned without balancing the budget and even passed spending bills that exceeded expected revenue. “The state of Minnesota must live within its means just like every family in Senate District 25 must do,” said Paulsen.

Paulsen continued, “I look forward in the coming months to meeting and listening to the people of Senate District 25. The people are what make our communities great places to live in and I wish to represent them to help them realize their dreams.”

To learn more about Bill Paulsen and his campaign for the Minnesota Senate, including finding out about upcoming events where you can meet him, visit www.billpaulsenforsenate.org. His campaign can also be found on Facebook under the Bill Paulsen for Minnesota Senate group.

For more information about this press release, please contact the Bill Paulsen for Senate Campaign at (507) 412-8400 or by email at bill.paulsen.for.senate@gmail.com.