Minnesota House of Representatives District 57A candidate surveys, 2022

Elections in Minnesota, 2022

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This article shows responses from candidates in the 2022 election for Minnesota House of Representatives District 57A who completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey.

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Candidates and election results

General election

General election for Minnesota House of Representatives District 57A

Incumbent Jon Koznick defeated Greg Henningsen in the general election for Minnesota House of Representatives District 57A on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jon Koznick (R)	62.5	13,039
		Greg Henningsen (D)	37.4	7,792
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	23

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 20,854
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Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Greg Henningsen (D)

Everyone agrees that we have an overly partisan, dysfuctional, polarized government. Unfortunately, polarization is not limited to poliotics. It shows up within our families, in our neighborhoods and at our schoolboard meetings. The solution is to see those on the "otherside" as Americans not enemies. Then listen. Listen with curiousity to understand. Prioritize the relationship and find common ground. This is not natural and takes trianing and practice.

I can bring that spirit of listening to understand and prioritizing relationship development with Representatives from the other side of the isle. If we can make laws together, they are more solid and lasting. We have to start working together to find solutions that work for everybody.

The problems with this solution are that it will take time and we need more willing participants. It starts in the House Civility Caucus and builds from there. Collaboration not demonization.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Greg Henningsen (D)

I start with meeting peoples basic needs, then build out from there. I can list the 5 big ones. Healthy food and clean water, Healthcare, Education, Safety, and Housing. Beyond that, voting rights, access to safe and legal abortions and workers rights come to mind. We can make policy that works for everyone.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Greg Henningsen (D)

Show me a leader who is an unsurpassed uniter.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Greg Henningsen (D)

Go to BraverAngels.com

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Greg Henningsen (D)

A selfless uniter that seeks to serve.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Greg Henningsen (D)

Honesty, Authenticity, Integrity and Humility

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Greg Henningsen (D)

Prioritize people by creating solutions to problems.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Greg Henningsen (D)

If I could be a part of turning the ship toward more peaceful waters, that would be phenomenal.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Greg Henningsen (D)

The space shuttle blew up and President Reagan got shot. I was 10.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Greg Henningsen (D)

I started babysitting twin cousins and mowing lawns at 10. By 14, I moved into restaurant work. Mostly washing dishes.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Greg Henningsen (D)

The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success by Deepok Chopra. I read that in my 20's and it changed my understanding of the world. I have recommended it to many and given many copies away.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Greg Henningsen (D)

Running for House of Representatives in 2022.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Greg Henningsen (D)

Citizens United. Only the fattest cats are laughing.

See also

More about these elections:

• Minnesota House of Representatives elections, 2022

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