Winona County Democrats had a big reason to celebrate on November 3; Dan Wilson defeated incumbent Aaron Repinski in the race for House Seat 26A!  Dan said, “We saw a 15% swing in 26A. With that kind of victory, it is clear that our campaign was about more than any individual. Winona County made it clear that we want a future with abundant affordable housing, accessible childcare, and health insurance that works.“  He is excited to go to St. Paul and get to work.

Jack Hedin didn’t prevail in his race for the Minnesota Senate, but it’s not all bad news.  Four years ago, the Republican incumbent won the district by 19.5% points, but this year Jack managed a 17-point swing toward the DFL: “We lost this race by only 2.8%,” Jack explained.  “This was the largest shift in Greater MN.”  Jack outperformed all the statewide candidates except Jake Johnson, showing a truly broad base of support in the district.

“It was a great night,” said Winona County Chair Jim Worthley. “We can look forward to having Dan Wilson in the State House, and we definitely made gains in the senate race.  Thanks to everyone who worked so hard doorknocking and calling voters, and thanks to all those who donated so generously to the local races.”