
"Mayor Carlson’s leadership has been vital to the City of Moorhead and the region’s economic growth. From advocating for victims of abuse, to securing critical flood diversion infrastructure, to helping drive downtown revitalization, Shelly delivers real results. We need more leaders like her—committed to making our communities better, safer and stronger."

"Our city needs a candidate with a proven track record in advocacy. Shelly isn’t someone who talks, she gets things done. Her dedication to our community’s issues is unwavering."

"It is with full confidence and genuine enthusiasm that I offer my wholehearted endorsement to Shelly Carlson. Mayor Carlson has spent five years leading our city with integrity, vision, and unwavering focus on the people she serves.
She understands what this community needs because she has been showing up for it every day."

"Having served on the Moorhead City Council with Shelly, I've seen the care she has for our city and her ability to turn that care into meaningful change. I'm endorsing her for the Minnesota House because we need a leader who can deliver real results and keep our community moving forward."

"I'm endorsing Shelly for the Minnesota House because she has always been a strong supporter of public safety and a trusted partner in this work. As mayor, she has already put in the work to build relationships needed to elevate Moorhead's voice and move our community forward."

"As a former Chief of Police and County Commissioner, I've seen the work that Shelly has done for our community. I'm endorsing her because I know she is a staunch supporter of public safety, as demonstrated through her nearly 30 years of crime victim advocacy work and her time as mayor. She understands the needs and challenges of not just
"As a former Chief of Police and County Commissioner, I've seen the work that Shelly has done for our community. I'm endorsing her because I know she is a staunch supporter of public safety, as demonstrated through her nearly 30 years of crime victim advocacy work and her time as mayor. She understands the needs and challenges of not just law enforcement, but all elements of public safety professions."

Moorhead needs an experienced leader and team builder in St. Paul to advocate for our city and to work to solve state issues. I’m supporting Shelly Carlson for the Minnesota House because she has both the skill and experience needed to represent us.:

"Shelly has consistently shown up for the New American community. From developing genuine relationships to showing up for our community in times of crisis, Shelly has worked to uplift our community and celebrate our diversity. We need an advocate like her in St. Paul to support New Americans statewide and continue investing in Moorhead."

"Shelly is the right person for the job. I’ve seen all the great work she’s already done in our community as mayor, and I know she has the expertise to take the right next steps for Moorhead."

"I had the privilege of serving alongside Shelly on the Moorhead City Council, and I've seen firsthand how deeply she cares about this community. She shows up, listens, and does the work. Moorhead couldn't ask for a stronger advocate at the Capitol."
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