MN HOUSE 17B
Press releases, endorsements, statements, and campaign milestones from Ben Wieman for Minnesota House District 17B.
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Drop by Carver Community Park on Friday, October 9 (3:30–7:30 PM) for free ice cream floats and conversation with Ben Wieman and Julie Kelzer. Learn how you can join our grassroots volunteer team!
Ben Wieman shares a core realization from the campaign trail: a community cannot stand on just one backbone. Agriculture and public education are interdependent pillars that sustain our small towns.
Education Minnesota has officially endorsed Ben Wieman for State Representative in District 17B, praising his dedication to supporting educators and championing innovative funding solutions for rural schools.
Erik Osberg's Fish Fry Townhall on Oct 7, 5–7 PM at the Pla-Mor Ballroom in Glencoe. Meet Erik (CD-7), Ben (House 17B), Julie Kelzer (Senate 17), and Mali Anderson (House 17A). Great food, great conversation, and ways to get involved.
Ben Wieman shares updated campaign literature and high-resolution materials ahead of door-knocking and community events across District 17B.
Nonpartisan election reform advocacy organization recognizes Ben Wieman's commitment to giving voters more choice, voice, and better representation.
"Agriculture isn't just an industry in 17B — it's our way of life." Ben Wieman shares his vision for the future of Minnesota family farms.
Digital contributions are now open via ActBlue to help fund yard signs, literature, voter outreach, and campaign operations across District 17B.
Ben attends his first county conventions in Hutchinson and Waconia, speaking with voters on dairy farming headwinds and rural school funding.
Ben Wieman officially launches his campaign on the DFL ticket to represent District 17B with a people-first vision for rural Minnesota.
5th-generation Sibley County farmer Ben Wieman formally announces campaign to represent District 17B with a focus on agriculture, education, and rural communities.
Delegates unanimously endorse Ben Wieman for State Representative, uniting behind a candidate who brings real farming experience to the capitol.
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