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Joe McDonald
| Joe McDonald | ||
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| Minnesota House of Representatives District 29A | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| 2011 - present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| January 6, 2015 | ||
| Years in position | 2 | |
| Party | Republican | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $31,140.90/year | |
| Per diem | $66/day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 6, 2012 | |
| First elected | November 2, 2010 | |
| Next election | November 4, 2014 | |
| Term limits | N/A | |
| Personal | ||
| Profession | Photographer/Business Owner | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
| Campaign website | ||
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Contents |
Joe owns his own photography studio in Delano, MN.
McDonald holds a photography degree from H.T.C. He earned his Masters Degree in photography in 2003, and his Craftsman Degree in 2008.
Committee assignments
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, McDonald served on the following committees:
| Minnesota Committee Assignments, 2013 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Education Finance | ||||
| • Health and Human Services Finance | ||||
| • Legacy | ||||
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, McDonald served on these committees:
| Minnesota Committee Assignments, 2011 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Health and Human Services Finance | ||||
| • Health and Human Services Reform | ||||
Issues
Presidential preference
2012
Joe McDonald endorsed Rick Santorum in the 2012 presidential election. [1]
Elections
2012
McDonald won re-election in the 2012 election for Minnesota House of Representatives District 29A. He was unopposed in the Republican primary on August 14 and defeated Susann Dye (D) in the general election on November 6, 2012.[2][3]
| Minnesota House of Representatives, District 29A, General Election, 2012 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Joe McDonald Incumbent |
62% | 13,002 | |
| Democratic | Susann Dye | 38% | 7,954 | |
| Total Votes | 20,956 | |||
2010
McDonald won election to the District 19B Seat in 2010. He had no primary opposition. He defeated Christine Brazelton (DFL) in the general election on November 2, 2010.[4]
| Minnesota House of Representatives, District 19B (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Christine Brazelton (DFL) | 7,179 | 32.67% | ||
| Joe McDonald (R)
|
14,770 | 67.22% | ||
| Write-In | 25 | 0.11% | ||
Campaign donors
2012
Campaign donor information is not yet available for this year.
2010
In 2010, McDonald received $21,388 in campaign donations. The largest donors are listed below.[5]
| Minnesota House of Representatives 2010 election - Campaign Contributions | |
|---|---|
| Top contributors to Joe McDonald's campaign in 2010 | |
| Public Fund | $5,785 |
| Wright County Rpm | $4,000 |
| Kalleberg, Philip | $500 |
| Minnesota Trucking Association | $500 |
| Roskowiak, Sandy | $500 |
| Total Raised in 2010 | $21,388 |
Recent news
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Joe McDonald News Feed
- Legislature adjourns as tax bill closes $627 million state budget deficit - Princeton Union Eagle
- Tornado shows value of media's weather obsession (5x8 - 5/21/13) - Minnesota Public Radio
- Bobby Jindal Praises Ken Cuccinelli During Virginia Republican Convention - Huffington Post
- House passes anti-bullying bill; legislators recall personal experiences - Princeton Union Eagle
- Political speeches: Why all the lengthy rhetoric even when they know they'll lose? - MinnPost.com
- Sun Exposure May Lower Blood Pressure - Everyday Health
- 2016 Election: Rare Same-State Rivalries Emerge In Early Speculation - Huffington Post
- Stories planned for the Tuesday, May 14, 2013, Herald-Whig - Quincy Herald Whig
- Bob McDonnell, Bobby Jindal Hit With Setbacks That Could Affect 2016 Chances - Huffington Post
- China's April auto sales rise 13 percent - KEYC TV
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Personal
McDonald and his wife Rachel have three children.
External links
- House website
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign contributions: 2010
- Facebook profile
- Twitter account
References
- ↑ Rick Santorum for President, "SANTORUM ANNOUNCES MINNESOTA LEADERSHIP ENDORSEMENTS," February 6, 2012
- ↑ Minnesota Secretary of State "2012 State General Election Candidate Filings," Accessed June 18, 2012
- ↑ Minnesota Secretary of State, Official 2012 Primary Results
- ↑ Minnesota Secretary of State – 2010 General Election Results
- ↑ Follow the Money - 2010 Campaign contributions
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Duane Quam (R) |
Minnesota House of Representatives District 29A 2013-present |
Succeeded by NA |
| Preceded by Tom Emmer (R) |
Minnesota House of Representatives District 19B 2011–2013 |
Succeeded by Kathy Brynaert (D) |
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