Endorsements and Distinctions

From Alicia

“On April 23, 2022 I was absolutely honored to earn the unanimous vote for endorsement to become the DFL endorsed Minnesota State Senate candidate for District 54.”

Run for Something is a groundbreaking National organization invested in making important changes to support the middle and working class by building the progressive bench from the bottom-up.

From Alicia

“In June, I joined the endorsed class of candidates from 30 states. I am thrilled to have their support as one of only a handful of endorsed races in Minnesota and honored to join their mission to build a bench of progressive leadership across the country.”

Progressive Turnout Project is the largest voter contact organization in the country, specifically dedicated to mobilizing the Democratic Party and defending democracy.

From Alicia

“Connecting one on one with people in our community and hearing what matters to them is a cornerstone of my campaign. I am proud to be endorsed by PTP who shares this value and works across the nation to support campaigns building relationships with their community.”

Planned Parenthood’s mission is to ensure all people have access to the care and resources they need to make informed decisions about their bodies, their lives, and their futures. Founded in 1916, Planned Parenthood is a trusted health care provider, educator, and passionate advocate here in the U.S. as well as a strong partner to health and rights organizations around the world.

From Alicia

“As the only pro-choice candidate in the race for state senate in 54, I know exactly what is on the ballot in November. Women’s sovereignty over their bodies. I am honored to be endorsed by Planned Parenthood who works to ensure people, not the government, get to make decisions about their reproductive health care.”

Moms Demand Action is a grassroots movement of Americans fighting for public safety measures that can protect people from gun violence.

From Alicia

“Thank you to Moms Demand Action for the Gun Sense Distinction. We all want to keep our families safe. It is not about ‘gun control.’ It’s about preventing gun violence in all its forms. It’s about encouraging gun safety and responsible gun ownership.”

Protect Minnesota is an independent, state-based organization devoted to gun violence prevention in Minnesota.

From Alicia

“Thank you to Protect Minnesota for their endorsement. I am committed to policies that will keep guns from falling into the wrong hands, restrict tools designed for mass murder, and ensure the safety of our communities.”

OutFront Minnesota’s mission is to create a state where lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people are free to be who they are, love who they love, and live without fear of violence, harassment or discrimination. We envision a state where LGBTQ individuals have equal opportunities, protection and rights. We are working toward the day when all Minnesotans have the freedom, power and confidence to make the best choices for their own lives.

From Alicia

“I am honored to have the support of Out Front Action Minnesota. I appreciate their unending support to the mission of ensuring equality for all Minnesotans and look forward to partnering with them to continue my work doing the same.”

The DFL Veterans’ Caucus serves as a voice for veterans in the political process.

From Alicia

“Supporting our nation’s heroes who have made the decision to serve our country and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice is not something I take lightly.

Throughout my career I have had the privilege of supporting our veterans in finding housing, connecting with mental health services and locating chemical dependency programs for those carrying trauma from the line of duty.

I will continue that work at the state level fixing our services and systems failing our veterans!”

When a bipartisan group of 25 women established the Minnesota Women’s Campaign Fund in 1982, only 14% of Minnesota legislators were women. In 2007, they became Women Winning and today are Minnesota’s largest and most influential women’s political organization. Women Winning has trained and endorsed thousands of pro-choice women candidates across the state and for all levels of office, and has more than tripled the number of pro-choice women state legislators, county commissioners, and mayors.

From Alicia

“It is an honor to be endorsed by Women Winning. They have endorsed so many of the trailblazing women I look up to. I am thrilled to be in the company of so many of Minnesota’s strongest leaders as we fight to protect people’s fundamental right to make decisions about their reproductive healthcare.”

Stonewall DFL is the LBGTQ caucus of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor party. They work for a safe and equitable Minnesota by electing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and allied Democrats to public office in Minnesota and to party office in the Minnesota DFL.

From Alicia

“Amplifying the voices of those who have been marginalized or silenced is a cornerstone of my campaign. As a clinical social worker, I have spent a large portion of my career working with individuals from the LGBTQ community. I believe we need folks in the legislature who will fight to ensure equality for all Minnesotans.”

MAPE (Minnesota Association of Professional Employees) members work in all segments of state of Minnesota service, and they are significant contributors to the high quality of life that is enjoyed by all Minnesotans! MAPE members deliver the services that make it all possible!

From Alicia

“As a former MAPE member when I worked for the State of Minnesota, I am truly honored to have their support and endorsement. The services provided by the State of Minnesota work because the members of MAPE work. I look forward to my continued work with the members of MAPE as I call upon their knowledge of state services, what works and what needs improvements as we all work together to build a stronger community and a thriving Minnesota.”