FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Gary Dahms
NOVEMBER 3, 2010 507-637-3832
REDWOOD FALLS — Current Redwood County Commissioner Gary Dahms will relinquish his title for a new one. The voters of State Senate District 21 elected Dahms to succeed current State Senator Dennis Frederickson (R-New Ulm), who decided not to seek re-election to the Minnesota Senate after serving the area for 30 years. Dahms won his election against challenger Al Kruse with 62 percent of the votes cast.
"I am honored and humbled the voters of District 21 chose me as their new State Senator," said Dahms. "I am anxious to roll-up my sleeves and get to work for my constituents."
The Legislature reconvenes January 4, 2011 to an unprecedented state deficit of $5.8 billion. The Minnesota Constitution requires the state to have a balanced budget. "There’s no doubt tough decisions will need to be made," said Dahms. "However, for many years District 21 fami-lies have needed to live within their household budgets. It’s time the state did the same."
At this time, it is unknown when Dahms will be assigned his new office, staff, and committee membership. But Dahms will let constituents know that information as soon as it’s available to him. In the meantime, Dahms encourages his constituents to contact him at home. "All of us need to work together to do what’s best for District 21," said Dahms.
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I am the endorsed Republican candidate running for the Minnesota Senate District 21 seat and would like to take a moment to introduce myself to you. District 21 includes Brown, Lyon, Redwood and parts of Watonwan Counties.
I want to represent the people of this district because I believe that rural Minnesota needs a strong voice in our legislature. Having been born and raised in the area, I know that decisions made in St. Paul will have a major impact on our future. I have been actively engaged in issues involving agriculture, economic development, environment, education and health care. Now, guided by my values, I am ready to apply my broad experience and work ethic to represent District 21 in the Minnesota Senate.
I realize that representing the citizens of District 21 at the State Senate will require a major commitment of time and energy. I am fortunate to have the support of my family and of my employees, who do a great job of managing the business and serving our customers. They all support my bid to be elected and will take on the added responsibilities that will allow me the time to do this right.
As a pro-life, fiscal and social conservative, I look forward to meeting you and other constituents throughout the district. I will work hard now through Election Day to earn your vote.
My Best,
