WINONA, Minn. – A former downtown promotion director for the Winna Chamber of Commerce, Michael Todd, declared his candidacy for the Minnesota Senate. Todd, age 30, is a Democrat. He seeks the Senate District 26 seat being vacated by Republican Jeremy Miller after 16 years. Todd made his announcement at an event attended mostly by small business owners. He spoke abiut “kitchen-table issues” —the rising cost of living, access to rural healthcare, and the housing challenges. “This campaign is about meeting people where they are and taking their concerns,” he said.
Todd. First bid for public office. At gathering to announce candidacy.
Todd profile
He grew up in suburban Goodview. He graduated from Winona High School and the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh. He is the former director of the Winona Main Street Program and has volunteered with local non-profits. Professionally Todd has worked the in marketing and communications for a local community bank. In March he started his own business.
Senate District 26. Spans Winona County except St. Charles and some townships; most of Houston County, all of Filmore County; and eastern Mower County.