June 21, 2013

“I am proud to list my name along with the other elected officials from the 13th Ward endorsing Linea. Her experience – both professionally and personally — will provide a strong and fresh voice for all of us at City Hall.” – Representative Frank Hornstein

MINNEAPOLIS – Linea Palmisano, the DFL Endorsed candidate for City Council of the 13th Ward, announces the endorsement of her campaign by a number of prominent current and former elected officials.

Endorsements from the 13th Ward:

• Minneapolis Mayoral Candidate Betsy Hodges
• Minneapolis Mayoral Candidate Mark Andrew
• Representative Frank Hornstein
• School Board Member Rebecca Gagnon
• Minneapolis Park Board Member Brad Bourn.

“First and foremost, these are our 13th ward neighbors”, says Palmisano. “I am grateful for their support and the relationships we have been fostering together- some for almost a decade. Good relationships amongst representatives mean a lot to me, and residents can be confident that we will work together to build a winning campaign coalition dedicated to moving the 13th Ward forward.”

The list keeps growing. Other recent endorsements for Palmisano include:

• Current City Council Member and Former Minneapolis Mayoral Candidate Gary Schiff
• City Council President Barb Johnson
• Council Member Kevin Reich
• Council Member Elizabeth Glidden
• Council Member Lisa Goodman
• Senator Melisa Franzen
• Senator Patricia Torres- Ray
• Senator Kari Dziedzic
• Representative Susan Allen

Read this article at the Southwest Journal

LINEA PALMISANO ENDORSED BY THE MINNESOTA YOUNG DFL (MYDFL), MINNESOTA ASIAN-INDIAN DEMOCRATIC ASSOCIATION (MAIDA), AND THE DFL AFRICAN AMERICAN CAUCUS

MINNESOTA DFL CONSTITUENCY CAUCUSES SHOW SUPPORT FOR LINEA PALMISANO IN 13^TH WARD CITY COUNCIL RACE

Linea Palmisano’s campaign is pleased to announce the endorsement of three DFL constituency caucuses:  The Minnesota Young DFL, the Minnesota Asian-Indian Democratic Association, and the DFL African American Caucus.

“Linea Palmisano has a proven track record of bringing groups together to accomplish tasks, both professionally and through her volunteer work.  She has a history of inclusiveness, and encourages youth in her community to become more active and engaged.  We are proud to support her,” said MYDFL in a statement.

The African American Caucus also released a statement, saying, “We believe Linea shows a strong desire to ensure accountability for the use of city resources, is committed to a sustainable community infrastructure in African American neighborhoods by addressing several disparities, including the economy, housing and transportation.”

“Linea has displayed incredible service to her community, and would bring much needed private sector experience to City Hall.  She has the ability to bring people together to accomplish tasks, and works hard to ensure all voices are heard.  We are proud to support her,” added MAIDA.

“I am pleased to have the endorsement of MYDFL, MAIDA, and the DFL African American Caucus.  Each organization does a tremendous job ensuring the DFL and its candidates fully represent the needs and values of their members.  These endorsements reflect my ability to work collaboratively to connect people to services they need to live healthy, sustainable lives,” Said Palmisano.  “I am excited to continue my campaign with support from them as I work toward creating a more connected city that works for everyone.”

LINEA PALMISANO ENDORSED BY WOMEN WINNING

WOMEN WINNING ENDORSES LINEA PALMISANO IN THE RACE FOR MINNEAPOLIS CITY COUNCIL IN THE 13^TH WARD

Linea Palmisano’s campaign is pleased to announce the endorsement of the Women Winning, formerly the Minnesota Women’s Campaign Fund.

“We are proud to support Linea Palmisano for Minneapolis City Council in the 13th Ward. Not only does she have a big city vision that will benefit all families in Minneapolis, she has a track record of bringing people together to solve tough issues,” said Lauren Beecham, Women Winning Executive Director.  Their committee endorsement vote was unanimous.

“I am proud to be endorsed by Women Winning, and I know they don’t get involved in every race.  The fact that they chose this one means that the 13th ward is an important race to them, and demonstrates their confidence in me as a candidate.”

The Women Winning endorsement comes close on the heels of another high-profile endorsement by the Minneapolis Firefighters.  “I think these endorsements show that people are taking note of the work that I’ve done in the community, and realize how effective I can be as a City Councilperson,” said Palmisano.

“I’ve worked hard to connect people to services they need to live healthy, sustainable lives, and have a proven track record of working collaboratively to get things done.  I am excited to continue my campaign with support from Women Winning and the Firefighters as I work toward creating a more connected city that works for everyone.”

LINEA PALMISANO ENDORSED BY MINNEAPOLIS FIREFIGHTERS

MINNEAPOLIS FIREFIGHTERS LOCAL 82 ENDORSES LINEA PALMISANO IN THE RACE FOR MINNEAPOLIS CITY COUNCIL IN THE 13^TH WARD

Linea Palmisano’s campaign is pleased to announce the endorsement of the Minneapolis Firefighters.

“This is an important endorsement for me.  Ensuring excellent constituent services is part of what makes a city councilperson effective, and the firefighters are integral to a safe Minneapolis.”

Over the past few years, firefighter staffing numbers have shrunk considerably, and their injuries are at an all-time high.  “I know that the Firefighters and the City need a good relationship in order to provide a safe, healthy community for both residents and firefighters alike.  I think that in me they’ve found a candidate they trust to ensure every voice is heard, and I’m honored to receive their endorsement.”

Palmisano is running for the open seat in the 13^th Ward.  Throughout her community organizing and career experiences, she has been connecting people to services they need to live healthy, sustainable lives.  Professionally, Palmisano coordinates Health Care Reform initiatives that will improve the access, quality, and affordability of health care in our system.

“I have a proven track record of working collaboratively to get things done, and it is important to me that these essential city services are part of our ongoing discussion about improving Minneapolis.”

Neighbors for Linea, PO Box 24050, Minneapolis, MN, 55424  http://www.lineapalmisano.org

Today, Linea Palmisano gave a presentation about her involvement and work with immigrant youth for the CItizens League Capitol Solutions legislative event series.  In 2007, Palmisano founded Navigate Minnesota with young immigrant youth at Southwest high school. Navigate has since expanded to a statewide program.  The 2013 legislative session brings the potential for Minnesota to expand access to higher education for immigrant students.

Thanks to all those who came out to Bob and Debby Wolk’s last night for our Lynnhurst Meet and Greet! Nearly 30 members of the community showed up to hear about my campaign for City Council and discuss the future of the 13th Ward. I look forward to more conversations about issues and opportunities we will face together as the campaign continues.

City departments sharing data to derive better information sounds great! And how this gets implemented effectively will be key as to how useful it becomes. At IBM I saw the early prototypes for this type of technology, and there are a lot of important privacy checks that can be put in place.

Great Star Tribune article here.

Thanks to John Watne and the Examiner for the great article, and for everyone who came out to Turtle Bread Last night! More than 50 members of the community showed up to hear about my campaign for City Council and discuss the future of the 13th Ward. I look forward to more conversations about issues and opportunities we will face together as the campaign continues.

You can find the article here.