"I've had the pleasure of working with Londel French. He's been a champion for workers, the voice of the community and I am supporting him so he can continue his work on behalf of the people." -Attorney General Keith Ellison
Thank you
@EllisonCampaign
for your endorsement!
My name is Londel French. I’m stepping up to run for Minnesota House 62B. Now, this ain’t just about stepping into a new role; it’s about lifting up our voices, our concerns, and our dreams to a place where they can really start to make a difference.
I have made the difficult decision to withdraw from the DFL convention tomorrow. I am taking the next couple of weeks to continue to focus on my health and will make a decision about whether to continue running for state representative at that time.
While I will make a decision about the primary election at a later time, you can be sure I am not done fighting for the people. Once I have time to get right, I’ll be back in the struggle with you.
-Londel
Londel Endorsement Alert: DFL Progressive Caucus!
I'm ready to champion our shared values that no matter the color of our skin, where we come from, or who we worship, we all deserve joy and justice.
When I served on the Park Board, I eliminated fees on programs & activities because no kid should be turned away from our parks because they can’t pay.
Great talking to
@WedgeLIVE
about how we made North Commons Water Park free & why we should be reducing these barriers to joy.
Thank you
@aishaforward10
for your endorsement! I'm looking forward to being a strong partner for the Minneapolis City Council on a "Housing First" approach to encampments, keeping renters in their homes and funding quality transit for all our residents.
I also would like to thank Attorney General Ellison, County Commissioner Conley, Representative Fraser, and Council Members Chugtai and Wonsley for their endorsements and belief in my ability to be the best representative for our district.
Thank you
@StonewallDFL
for your endorsement!
On the Park Board I worked to ensure our parks were for everyone, no matter the color of your skin, your neighborhood or whether you lived in a tent or in a home. My support for LGBTQ equity & justice is grounded in the same values.
I’m running to be our next State Rep for 62B to continue uplifting our youth. As a Park Commissioner, I led eliminating fees on programs and activities because no kid should be turned away from our parks because they can’t pay. Thank you
@RitaOrtega612
for your endorsement!
With over two decades of experience working in our schools and parks, as a member leader of the Justice for All campaign, and as a Park Board Commissioner, I’ve worked to improve people’s lives through organizing and politics.
If a boss forces their workers to go on strike, those workers should have the same right to unemployment insurance as everyone else in MN who is out of a job.
I served as a union shop steward for 15 years at MPS and I look forward to fighting for MN workers at the Capitol.
I’ve been spending these last few weeks connecting with our neighbors & community leaders about their priorities for our next 62B State Rep.
Drawing from these convos, I’m excited to release my policy priorities for a MN that reflects all our values.
I can’t wait to share more about what we’re planning, about how we can all be part of this next step. Your support, from showing up at caucus, lending a hand with phone banks and door knocks, or just sending good vibes, means everything.
Great to see everyone at the third annual
@EducationMN
iftar! Let's continue to celebrate our shared humanity and work towards building an inclusive community for all our students and educators. Gratitude to all for a wonderful gathering!
Let’s do this. For us, for our community, for our future. Thank you for every bit of love and support. Here’s to taking our fight to Minnesota House 62B and beyond.
Commit to caucus ->
On the Park Board I expanded youth employment opportunities to create 300 youth jobs because we fund public safety by investing in the things that create stability.
Thank you
@voteconley
for your support! I look forward to partnering with Hennepin County as our next State Rep.
Our parks are more than just spaces; they’ve been where we’ve come together, shared our stories, and found our strength. I served on the Mpls Park Board because that needs to be true for everyone in our city, no matter your neighborhood or the color of your skin.
It’s about taking all that strength and support you’ve given me and using it to fight for us on a bigger stage. Our time together showed me what we can do when we come together, when we fight for what’s right, and when we stand up for those who need it most.
Thank you for believing, for standing by me, and for fighting for our community. Running for the Minnesota House is my way of stepping up our game, of making sure our voices are not just heard but that they ring out loud and clear where it matters most.
Great to attend the DFL Humphrey-Mondale Dinner last week! I'm excited to continue to build on the progress last session by fighting for policies like ensuring healthcare isn't costing our hourly educators a third of their income and that every family can afford childcare.
Great to join
@EducationMN
educators from across the state last week to defend and improve our pensions!
All educators deserve the ability to retire with financial security and dignity.
I’m running to be our next State Rep for 62B because I know firsthand how expensive we make being poor in this country. From hourly school workers to hotel housekeepers, workers need an advocate at the Capitol. Thank you
@SheighFreeberg
for your endorsement!
Our Senate District 62 DFL Convention is coming up in a few weeks on April 14. I look forward to learning from you all what you want we see in our communities.
Join us for a meet and greet on Sunday March 24 from 2-4pm at May Day Cafe.
RSVP here ->
My name is Londel French and I am running to be our next State Rep for 62B.
For 19 years I worked as an educator in Mpls Public Schools. I have served as an Mpls Parks Commissioner and worked as a community and union organizer.
Learn more ->
From City Hall to the State Capitol, we need elected leaders who have working people's backs every step of the way. From the
@TheMulda
rideshare drivers testifying today to
@LIUNAMinnesota
Local 363 preparing to strike,
@robin4mpls
shows how its done. Thank you for your support!
Restore the Vote author
@CedrickFrazier
's endorsement is deeply meaningful to me. Voting rights are the cornerstone of our democracy and as a community leader with the Justice for All campaign, I helped lay the groundwork for last session's Restore the Vote win.
"I just think kids need more help. I don’t know if there’s actually enough resources, especially at South, for kids to get help. We need more counselors and more mental health help." -South High School senior Aisha
I'm running to be a champion for our Minneapolis Public Schools.
Thank you to everyone who attended our fundraiser last night! Cracking down on wage theft, supporting our public schools, the future of George Floyd Square—we have so many deeply passionate people in our community with brilliant solutions and it's incredibly energizing.
Great to join
@AnishinaabeFc
at the
@epni_urbanfarm
community meeting! Community controlled restorative investments in our neighborhoods most impacted by pollution is crucial for a Just Transition and the East Phillips community's vision for the Roof Depot is leading the way.
Thanks for having me on
@WedgeLIVE
!
We don't have to agree about pro wrestling to agree about the solutions our communities in South Minneapolis need!
Great to see so many of our neighbors at caucus last night! I look forward to connecting with you all over the coming weeks about your vision for our state.
Mark your calendar for the 62B convention: April 14 at 10 AM at Washburn High School.
I’m running because I am proud to be a part of this community, and I know firsthand what we need. I know what it's like to live on $35k a year and work two or three jobs to make ends meet as an educator.
That's representation we need in our legislature.
Caucus is tonight at 7pm!
I'm an educator, union leader and former Mpls Park Commissioner. I’m running because I am proud to be a part of this community, and I know firsthand what our community needs.
I'll see you at caucus! Find your location here ->
I’m running for State Rep to bring my decades of experience as an organizer who listens to our community to the Capitol. I want to hear from you about your priorities!
Join us Saturday March 16 from noon to 2pm at Butter Bakery Cafe.
RSVP here ->
I’m running to be our next State Rep for 62B because I know that encampment evictions are failing all our neighbors, unsheltered and sheltered alike–and that our Legislature should mandate a “Housing First” approach. Thank you Samantha Pree-Stinson for your endorsement!
When we fight, we win! Joined
@SEIUHCMNIA
nursing home workers on the picket line demanding $25/hr, dignified retirement and affordable healthcare.
No one caring for our elders should be struggling to put food on the table for their own family.
#WinTogetherMN
#SolidaritySeason
Our team is working hard to make sure our neighbors in 62B know to show up to caucus for Londel for State Representative on Tuesday night!
Join the team ->
I’m running for to be our next State Representative for 62B to bring my decades of experience in education, housing, and public safety and my approach as an organizer who listens first and seeks to build coalitions. Thank you
@NelsonInz
for your support!
As an educator, I worked to make sure every student and family felt welcome and had a place in our schools so they were ready to learn–and that means properly funding mental health resources so all our students have the support they need.
I’m running to be our next State Rep for 62B because I’ve called South Mpls home for 20+ years. I recently bought my first home one block from George Floyd Square because I knew I wanted to stay a part of our community and our future. Thank you Carmen Means for your support!
It’s wrong for a boss, a landlord, or politician to tell someone ‘you don’t belong’ just because of who you are. Having protections in place that say we cannot be harassed, fired or evicted because of who we are ensures that we can all be there for our families and each other.
@jonahaprufrock
Hi! As a coach of kids with disabilities for 15 years at MPS, I've seen the hardships kids and their families have to deal with. I think there's a lot we can do to make people's lives easier and our programming better.
As a community leader with Take Action’s Justice for All campaign, I helped lay the groundwork for last session’s Restore the Vote win. As an educator, I worked to make sure every student and family felt welcome and had a place in our schools so they were ready to learn.
@jonahaprufrock
My big concern is young people after they graduate from school often struggle to get the resources and support they need. Better transit systems, supportive housing and eliminating the sub-minimum wage would change a lot of people's lives.
Caucus is coming up fast on Feb 27! Questions about the process?
@NAACPmpls
is hosting a community caucus training on Feb 20 from 6-8pm at the Phelps Community Center.
RSVP ->
@jonahaprufrock
When I was on the park board I was working on creating a fully accessible sports center for kids in MPS. I'd love to finally get this funded.