DFL Party & Republican Party of Minnesota Team Up to Promote Caucuses
St. Paul, MN- Republican Party of Minnesota Chairman Ron Carey and DFL Chair Brian Melendez today came together to promote the state's caucus system at press conferences in St. Paul and Rochester.
"Precinct caucuses are the first step for Minnesotans to have their voice heard on who becomes the next President of the United States," said Minnesota DFL Chair Brian Melendez. “This election will help to determine the direction of our state and our country and we encourage all Minnesotans to take part in this process.”
The DFL Party and Republican Party of Minnesota came together last year to advocate moving Minnesota’s caucus date to February 5, known as “Super Tuesday,” in order to have a stronger voice in the Democratic and Republican nomination for President. Minnesota is one of the largest of the 23 states holding a caucus or primary on February 5.
"As a teenager growing up in Iowa, I first participated in a caucus in 1976 when I supported Ronald Reagan for president. I have strongly believed the caucus system is a great way for people to get involved in politics ever since that day. I am excited to be here today with Chair Melendez to encourage all Minnesotans to get involved and attend their precinct caucus on February 5,” Republican Party of Minnesota Chairman Ron Carey said.
Precinct caucuses start at 7:00 p.m. on February 5. Caucus-goers can find their precinct caucus location by visiting the Secretary of State’s web site (http://caucusfinder.sos.state.mn.us) or by visiting www.dflcaucuses.org and www.mngop.com.
