Flanagan Could Be First Female Native American Governor of Minnesota

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Peggy Flanagan, a professor in the Economics department at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, is running for governor of Minnesota. If elected, she would become the first female and first Native American governor in the state's history.

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Flanagan is a member of the White Earth Ojibwe tribe. She has served as a state representative and senator, and is currently the majority leader in the Minnesota Senate. She is a progressive Democrat who has campaigned on a platform of economic justice, environmental protection, and healthcare access.

Flanagan is considered to be a strong candidate in the race. She has the backing of the Democratic Party and a number of labor unions. She is also a well-known and respected figure in Minnesota politics.

The election will be held on November 5, 2024. Flanagan is facing a number of challengers, including Republican incumbent Governor Tim Walz. The race is expected to be close.