His assertion is that he stands as an authentically independent voice, one who sides “with the people of this district. Minnesotans want a representative who [shares] their experiences and possesses the leadership skills.”
Raised in South Bronx, N.Y. and going on to Bronx Regional High School, which he left as valedictorian, Chris Fields eventually enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. “I finished College Park University, graduating magna cum laude. Experience gives me [an informed] view of challenges facing the world.”
Fields adds, “Having survived a tough inner-city upbringing, I have certainly shared many of the struggles people in our district experience today. My 21-year career as United States Marine [gives] me real experience with the federal government and a first-hand look at what works and doesn’t work in government. My experience and professional career prepare me to successfully represent the Fifth Congressional District.”
Chris Fields (CF) gave the MSR a telephone interview to discuss his campaign and qualifications to represent Minnesota’s Fifth District.
From Chris Fields' campaign press release on April 14:
Minnesota’s Fifth Congressional District Republicans voted to endorse Chris Fields as their candidate in the race for Congress this year. Fields was elected with over 75% of the vote on the first ballot with two other candidates in the race.
Fields will be running against incumbent Representative Keith Ellison (D) in the fall.
“I am humbled to accept the endorsement of my fellow Republicans today,” Fields stated.
“I fully accept the responsibility to offer a positive vision, and, equally important, I will share this vision with those who have been taken for granted, neglected and cast aside by a political establishment that sees them as focus group and a means to an end,” Fields concluded.
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Dan McGrath, Executive Director, Minnesota Majority, will appear on "Republican Roundtable" in May. He discusses the Voter Photo ID amendment to the Minnesota Constitution and misleading statements made about it. Republican Roundtable is produced by the Senate District 50 and 63 Republicans and is hosted by Tim Erlander and Marc Sullivan.
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Chris Fields says he unites, Ellison divides
From Chris Fields' campaign press release on April 14:
