Happy Pride, Fargo! I'm sad to miss the events this weekend (I'm on a family vacation) but I'm with you in spirit. Have fun celebrating and creating community! We are stronger together as we continue to advocate for diversity, acceptance and equal rights.

Lower your risk of getting very sick or being hospitalized for infections from common viruses like flu, COVID-19, and RSV by getting vaccinated. Contact your local VA to find out when and where to get vaccinated. va.gov/find-locations/

The ND Legislature's interim committees are kicking off their work! You can follow along on topics of interest here: ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-20… and see the schedule here: ndlegis.gov/calendar Here are the committees your District 44 team are on: mailchi.mp/fb2815cd8465/w…

The benefits of music education for children are well-documented. It can boost mental health, enhance creativity and improve cognitive functioning. A summer camp program in South Dakota and Minnesota aims to bring all that and more to Indigenous girls and gender-diverse kids —

The 140 police officers who were violently attacked on Jan. 6, 2021, would like a word.

And about genocide. And about poverty. And about dictatorship in the United States.

On this #LaborDay & every day, I stand with ND workers & advocate for policies that support a better life for all! Having living wages, safe working conditions, paid family leave + the right to organize shows that we value every worker AND these policies strengthen our economy.

The City of #Fargo and the City of Moorhead are collecting input on a proposed bridge replacement project on 12th Avenue North in Fargo and 15th Avenue North in Moorhead. Check out the website to learn more about the project and give us your feedback at fargo-nd.civilspace.io/en/projects/re…

FARMS, the NSF AgTech Engine in ND, addresses food security challenges through cutting-edge ag tech + cross-cultural collaboration. Last night we had a multi-course meal w/ indigenous ingredients & learned about the critical role tribes play in our food systems. Inspiring night!

There’s nothing normal about the President declaring war on an American city.

Staggering numbers by the Lancet. Vaccinations have: - Averted 154 million deaths - For every death averted, 66 years of full health were gained on average = 10.2 billion years total - Accounted for 40% of the observed decline in global infant mortality

District 44's Sen. Joshua Boschee is considering a run for mayor of Fargo. Josh is a gifted public servant: vision & leadership skills, a deep understanding of policy + budgets, topped off with the ability to communicate well & build relationships. He would be a wonderful mayor.

One way to resist concerning gov't actions is by serving your community as an elected official, appointed board/commission member or informal local leader on an issue that matters to you. If that interests you, learn more by applying to this program today! elevate-nd.com/program

The former Lt Gov has about a year of interim leadership experience in the higher ed world. northdakotamonitor.com/2025/09/22/san…