Profile of Brad Finstad (D) Minnesota 1st district
Profile of Brad Finstad (D) Minnesota 1st district Brad Finstad (D) Minnesota 1st district Brad Finstad is a Republican congressman representing Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District, a predominantly rural area in southern Minnesota. Born on May 30, 1976, in New Ulm, Minnesota, Finstad has deep roots in the region, growing up on a family farm and gaining firsthand experience with the challenges facing rural communities. Before serving in Congress, he was a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from 2003 to 2009, where he focused on agricultural policy, rural development, and fiscal responsibility. Finstad later served as the USDA State Director for Rural Development in Minnesota, further solidifying his reputation as a champion for rural America. Elected to Congress in 2022, Finstad has prioritized issues such as supporting farmers, expanding broadband access, and addressing inflation’s impact on working families. His pragmatic approach and connection to his district’s agricultural heritage have made him a strong voice for Minnesota’s rural communities. Visit Brad Finstad’s official government page at finstad.house.gov. Follow our podcast and join the discussion at PointedWords.com.
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Profile of Brad Finstad (D) Minnesota 1st district
Brad Finstad (D) Minnesota 1st district
Brad Finstad is a Republican congressman representing Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District, a predominantly rural area in southern Minnesota. Born on May 30, 1976, in New Ulm, Minnesota, Finstad has deep roots in the region, growing up on a family farm and gaining firsthand experience with the challenges facing rural communities. Before serving in Congress, he was a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from 2003 to 2009, where he focused on agricultural policy, rural development, and fiscal responsibility. Finstad later served as the USDA State Director for Rural Development in Minnesota, further solidifying his reputation as a champion for rural America. Elected to Congress in 2022, Finstad has prioritized issues such as supporting farmers, expanding broadband access, and addressing inflation’s impact on working families. His pragmatic approach and connection to his district’s agricultural heritage have made him a strong voice for Minnesota’s rural communities.
Visit Brad Finstad’s official government page at finstad.house.gov.
Follow our podcast and join the discussion at PointedWords.com.
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