Part of LSA’s Effort to Move Priorities for People and the Land Forward at the Local Level
9/19/24
WINONA, Minn. — Land Stewardship Action issued the following statement announcing its endorsement of Greg Olson, running for Winona County Board District 4.
“We are proud to support Greg Olson in his campaign to represent the people of Winona County District 4. We share a common vision for vibrant, growing rural communities and sustainable agricultural practices. If re-elected, we look forward to working with him to offer solutions at the local level,” stated Emily Minge, Political Organizer for LSA. “By focusing on local government, LSA aims to build participation and engagement in all levels of government. We know that there is so much power and possibility at the local level of government and we want to foster connections and understanding of how our values can be put into action.”
Greg currently serves at the Houston County Facilities Foreman.
Greg shared that, “as the end of summer nears, I remind myself that on average each of us will see 76 summers and there is nothing we can take with us. It is the world we leave behind that sustains our future. That is why I am seeking re-election, to continue my service to the residents of Winona County, to help ensure that a sustainable future exists.” Regarding LSA’s endorsement, he went on to say that “I am humbled to be recognized for my efforts over the last 16 years. If re-elected, I will continue to support sustainable policies for our Winona County residents.”
To earn Land Stewardship Action’s endorsement, Greg Olson attended LSA’s local candidate forum to answer questions from the public, completed a County Board candidate questionnaire, and cleared an internal vetting process with LSA’s Political Committee and Board of Directors.
This year, leading up to the fall elections, Land Stewardship Action is focusing on engaging members, supporting candidates, and building power at local levels of government. This includes elected County Commissioners and Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisors. This is a direct response to feedback from those in LSA’s base, as they feel most directly impacted by local government bodies. More information on LSA’s 2024 election initiatives and endorsed candidates may be found here: www.landstewardshipaction.org
Contact: Emily Minge, LSA, eminge@landstewardshipaction.org, 612-400-6353