Dayton, Walz, Murphy Present Unified Leadership to Minnesotans

DFLers hold press conference to discuss unified leadership in One Minnesota

State Rep. Erin Murphy, Gov. Mark Dayton, U.S. Rep. Tim Walz, State Rep. Peggy Flanagan, DFL Chair Ken Martin

Gov. Mark Dayton, Tim Walz, the DFL nominee for Governor, Erin Murphy, the DFL-endorsed candidate for Governor, and DFL Chairman Ken Martin held a press conference to discuss unified leadership in “One Minnesota.” Walz lauded Dayton and Murphy’s leadership, and Murphy and Dayton gave Walz high marks for his vision for One Minnesota.

“I congratulate Tim Walz and Peggy Flanagan on their victory in the primary and I am happy to endorse them to be the next Governor and Lt. Governor of Minnesota,” Gov. Dayton said. “Their vision for ‘One Minnesota’ is a needed call for unity that will bring Minnesotans together to solve the challenges we will face in the future. In the weeks to come, I will do whatever I can to support Tim and Peggy as they build a statewide coalition to win this November.”

Murphy added, “It’s critical that DFLers unite to build our future. I support Congressman Walz and Rep. Flanagan and their commitment to run a positive, inclusive campaign that centers Minnesotans in our politics and works in partnership with communities from across the state.”

Walz lauded Dayton for his leadership as Minnesota Governor, and Murphy for her legislative leadership. “Governor Dayton and Majority Leader Murphy exemplify the work ethic that it takes to make progress in our state,” Walz said, “and they have the heart and moral compass to guide tough decisions that leaders need to make. I am honored to stand side-by-side with them today.”