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 No matter what time of year, Minnesota credit union must understand the importance of being involved in the political process. More than 1.5 million credit union members reside in our state alone and have the capability to shape any election. Throughout the year, credit union professionals and volunteers are encouraged to form and cultivate relationships with elected officials and those vying for political office. It is important to make your voice heard and help elect credit union-friendly candidates to positions on the state and federal level.
Election 2010
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Dates to Remember:
- Primary Election:
Tuesday, Aug. 10
- General Election:
Tuesday, Nov. 2
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Resource Links:
- Where do I vote? click here
- How can I find out who is running for office? click here
- I will be out of town. How do I apply for an absentee ballot? click here
- How can I promote election day at my credit union? click here
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Election Cycles
The information below lists the various state and federal offices, terms, and election cycles.
State or Federal Office
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Term & Election Cycle
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| President of the United States
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four year term, last elected in 2008
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Members of the U.S. Senate
- Sen. Klobuchar elected in 2006
- Sen. Franken elected in 2008
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senators elected on a staggered six year term (1/3 up for election every two years)
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Members of the U.S. House of Representatives
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two year term, last elected in 2008 |
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All 134 Members of the Minnesota House
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two year term, last elected in 2008 |
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All 67 Members of the Minnesota Senate
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four year term, elected in 2006 |
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Governor of Minnesota
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four year term, elected in 2006
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Minnesota's Constitutional Officers
- Attorney General Lori Swanson
- Secretary of State Mark Ritchie
- State Auditor Rebecca Otto
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four year term, elected in 2006
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2008 Credit Union Voter Guide
In the summer of 2008, the Minnesota Credit Union Network contacted every individual aspiring to represent Minnesota in the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House of Representatives, and the State House of Representatives in the upcoming November election. Each candidate received a five-question survey and a “Credit Union 101” version of MnCUN’s Credit Union Courier newsletter.
The results of those surveys are included in the 2008 Credit Union Voter Guide. The Network is happy to report that almost half of the state house candidates and 100 percent of the incumbent congressional delegation responded to the survey, and all conveyed strong support for the credit union movement. Nearly 50 percent of the respondents reported being credit union members, and all agreed that protecting consumer choice of financial institutions and keeping credit unions’ not-for-profit tax status was important.
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