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Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

November 3, 2026 Minnesota General Election

Candidates for State Senator District 54, Minnesota

Rick Olson - D

►Websiterickformn.com/

Ben Bakeberg - R

►Websitewww.BenBakebergMN.com

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Rick Olson

Ben Bakeberg

Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Religious Affiliation

Educational Background

Reasons & Objectives

Why I Am Running for Public Office

Goals If Elected

Achievements If Elected

Areas to Concentrate On

Housing & Communities

Community Development

Health & Medical

Healthcare

Immigration, Border Security, Terrorism & Homeland Security

Immigrants, Refugees, & Asylum Seekers

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Government Accountability

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Affordability Crisis

Crime, Police & Imprisonment

Working with Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE)

Education & Schools

Education

Environment & Climate Change

Environment