Scott is proudly endorsed by the following groups and individuals:
Lisa Goodman
Ward 7 City Council Member
“Scott has built and maintained strong relationships with our Seventh Ward neighbors over decades of living, working and advocating for us, and will work to advance our interests instead of the outside interests who spend outsized money in Minneapolis. Scott Graham has the background and life experience to best represent a majority of residents in the Seventh Ward.”
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Dawanna Witt
Hennepin County Sheriff
“Scott Graham is my first choice in the 7th Ward City Council race. Downtown Minneapolis' success is vital to the rest of Hennepin County. I know Scott will be a partner in the public safety work we do there, and I look forward to voting for him.”
Jacob Frey
Minneapolis Mayor
“Scott is a common-sense progressive who will be a voice of reason on the City Council. We need leaders who understand that making progress on issues like public safety and affordable housing requires pragmatism and collaboration. I look forward to working with him to move Minneapolis forward!”
Meg Forney
Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board President & Ward 7 Neighbor
“Knowing Scott Graham for decades through our mutual business, community and party advocacy, I am grateful for his deep experience, progressive leadership and genuine caring. As we transition from the long term stewardship of Lisa Goodman, Scott’s steady and even hand will guide our Ward forward as well as direct his skill sets towards our pervasive housing crisis.
Representation is based on relationship building and Scott’s proven service, collegial personality and consensus building acumen is what our Ward needs. Let's hand over the mantle to Scott.”
Mike Erlandson
Former DFL State Party Chair & Ward 7 Neighbor
“As Ward 7 residents evaluate candidates for City Council, I hope they join me in supporting Scott Graham. Scott will be a steady, thoughtful, respectful and dedicated leader like my friend Lisa Goodman, who has represented us so well. Our City faces many challenges, making it important for us to choose Scott, a leader who can roll up his sleeves and deliver results for our city on day one.”
Martha Holton Dimick
Former Hennepin County District Court Judge &
2022 Hennepin County Attorney Candidate
“I strongly support Scott Graham’s candidacy for City Council in Ward 7. Scott represents the pragmatic progressive leadership that is needed in our city. His life and work experiences clearly demonstrate an understanding that a creative problem-solving approach to the challenging issues in Ward 7 will be of the utmost value and benefit. Scott will be able to move the needle forward in a positive direction.”
Tom Madden
Former Mpls School Board Chair & Ward 7 Neighbor
“As a resident in Ward 7 and a small business owner in Minneapolis, I’ve known Scott for nearly 30 years and he has earned my trust and appreciation. His sound judgment, commitment to our city, ideas to solve our biggest challenges, and actual experience in leadership are why I support Scott. This isn't time for the untested. It's time to get things done. My time as Chair of the Minneapolis Board of Education gave me an understanding of how critical selecting the right City Council person is for the needs of our ward and our city. Now more than ever, we need experienced people to dive in and do the hard work, and that’s why I’m proud to endorse Scott Graham for Minneapolis City Council in Ward 7.”
Cathy Abene
Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board Commissioner
“I'm happy to support Scott Graham for Minneapolis City Council because I've seen him work and organize for his community. Scott's years in DFL leadership have prepared him very well to serve on the City Council. I know that he's already digging into the details of how our city government works and what can be done to make it work even better. Scott will be a great representative for Ward 7!”
Latonya Reeves
Ward 7 Community Leader
“Scott Graham is a pragmatic leader who embodies the spirit and resilience of Ward Seven. He will strive to be a City Council member for all and work collaboratively to address the challenges and promote the successes of Minneapolis, especially around our public safety initiatives.”
Tom Hoch
Ward 7 Neighbor
“I know Scott will continue the tradition of informing and educating 7th Ward residents and that he will work with them to represent their interests. Scott is pragmatic and progressive; he’ll be a positive force in shaping our Minneapolis of the future.”
Frank Brown
Minneapolis Business Owner
“I support Scott Graham for City Council because he knows how to get the job done. Scott is resourceful, collaborative, and persuasive. We need Scott on the City Council.”
KK Neimann
Ward 7 Neighbor
“I have known Scott for over 10 years. Through our mutual involvement in Ward 7, I have seen firsthand what a committed and engaged citizen he is. Whenever he was asked to step up and serve Minneapolis, he said yes. Scott loves this city, and he cares about making it a place where everyone thrives. I have no doubt that he will bring a positive and inclusive energy to the Minneapolis City Council.”
Mark Globus
Former Ward 7 City Council Candidate
“I have had the unique opportunity to interact closely with Scott in a number of different settings. He has continually proven to me that he has the demeanor, intellect, leadership style and work ethic to be an outstanding member of the Minneapolis City Council.”
Annie Child and Susan Stryker
Ward 7 Neighbors
“We have worked with Scott for years at Coldwell Banker. He is a stand-up guy who is in touch with our city’s neighborhoods. We know he will be a strong voice for our community and we’re proud to support him for City Council.”
Joan Peterson Lussenhop
Former SD61 DFL Chair
“I am pleased to endorse Scott Graham for Minneapolis City Council. I have worked with Scott on many DFL projects over the years. Scott has the ability to listen respectfully to all people concerned about an issue and then work to achieve consensus. Scott has a deep knowledge on many issues facing the City that he will bring to the City Council. I believe his skills, knowledge and experience make him uniquely qualified to help lead Minneapolis into the future.”
David Evinger
Ward 7 Neighbor
“Scott Graham knows Ward 7 and he has been actively involved with our community for decades. Lisa Goodman is retiring from the City Council. To fill her shoes, we need someone with knowledge and experience. Scott has both.”
Dick Adair
Ward 7 Neighbor and longtime Precinct Chair (Bryn Mawr)
“I think Scott is just the right person to carry on Lisa Goodman’s pragmatic and experienced leadership.”
Dianne Bell
Ward 7 Neighbor
“I’ve been Scott’s neighbor for 17 years and have come to know him very well. He is an outstanding person with a wealth of knowledge and experience. From his many years as a realtor and property manager to the outreach within our neighborhood as an organizer for things like National Night Out, Scott’s energy and passion are unmatched. He cares deeply about the city of Minneapolis and the safety, well-being and prosperity of all who live here. He approaches everything with a high degree of integrity and honesty, and will be a strong advocate for all of Ward 7 on the City Council.”
Phyllis Roden
Ward 7 Neighbor
“I was thrilled when Scott stepped up to run for the Ward 7 city council seat. Scott has a 30-year commitment to the City. We in Ward 7 need and deserve a city councilperson with a long history of involvement and history in the City. I love Scott’s energy and vision and look forward to having him represent us.”
Brenda, Jeff and Gracie Laux
Ward 7 Neighbors
“Our Ward 7 has enjoyed a long standing and strong voice of reason at City Hall. Minneapolis needs Scott Graham to continue this important tradition. Scott will lean in and work hard to deliver common-sense solutions. We are proud to support him for City Council in Ward 7.”
Bruce Larson
Former SD61 Central Committee Member