Remembering Melissa Hortman

I am running for office this year to honor Melissa Hortman. I first met Melissa as a Women Winning PLOT intern in 2022 and have been inspired by her ever since.

Melissa led by example and believed that we all do better when we all do better. She was instrumental in helping us build our field campaign for Lauren Bresnahan, Ph.D.'s 2022 State House race. I will remember her for her ability to do what needed to be done for the common good of the state, even when it was uncomfortable or unpopular. We have lost a great leader. Hate has no place here.

Thank you TMJ4 News for the chance to share my memories of Melissa Hortman.

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Sarah Steffen, who got to know Representative Hortman during volunteer campaign work, also visited the memorial.

"I definitely will miss her ability to reach out across the aisle- to reach a common goal for all Minnesotans," Steffen said.

Steffen recalled the former House Speaker's courage as a legislator, especially during difficult decisions.

"To take stands or positions that were maybe unpopular, uncool or uncomfortable that were important to promote the common good for the state," Steffen said.

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Watch the interview here.