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Marisa Simonetti

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What is Marisa Simonetti running for?

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U.S. Senator (Minnesota, Class 2)

Marisa Simonetti is an Independent U.S. Senate candidate who got involved in politics after volunteering in her son's kindergarten classroom and seeing teachers' funding struggles; she also volunteers in the school lunchroom. A mother and businesswoman, she holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Minnesota. She says she is working within the justice system to hold Brady/Giglio and other constitutional violations accountable.

Where does Marisa Simonetti stand on the issues?

Marisa Simonetti has a recorded position on 10 issues. Each is Civoren's summary of the campaign's own public material, with the source linked.

  • Affordable Housing

    Supports

    Treats affordable housing as foundational across policy areas; supports rural housing investment, mixed-income housing near transit, down payment assistance, and zoning reform.

    “I will fight for mixed-income housing near transit, down payment assistance, and zoning reforms that promote smart, inclusive development.”

    marisasimonetti.comAs of September 2026

  • Agriculture

    Supports

    Supports policies protecting small and mid-sized farms, cutting red tape, and increasing access to sustainable agriculture grants, plus rural housing investments.

    “I will support policies that protect small and mid-sized farms, cut unnecessary red tape, and increase access to sustainable agriculture grants.”

    marisasimonetti.comAs of September 2026

  • Energy

    Supports

    Supports expanding solar, wind, and geothermal energy through incentives, grid upgrades, and community-owned renewable projects, along with weatherization and energy-efficiency programs to lower utility bills.

    “I support expanding access to solar, wind, and geothermal energy through incentives, grid upgrades, and community-owned renewable projects that keep profits local.”

    marisasimonetti.comAs of September 2026

  • Environment & Sustainability

    Supports

    Will defend Minnesota's water, air, and land through smart regulation, pollution enforcement, and conservation, and promote green building practices and transit-oriented development.

    “I will defend Minnesota's water, air, and land through smart regulation, pollution enforcement, and investment in conservation.”

    marisasimonetti.comAs of September 2026

  • Foreign Policy & National Security

    Supports

    Supports a strong defense alongside diplomacy, disaster preparedness, and cybersecurity, framing national security as protecting people, not just borders.

    “I support a strong defense, but I also believe in diplomacy, disaster preparedness, and cybersecurity.”

    marisasimonetti.comAs of September 2026

  • Healthcare Access & Affordability

    Supports

    Supports making healthcare more affordable and accessible, including mental health services, addiction treatment, and reproductive care, plus rural health investments.

    “I will work to make healthcare more affordable and accessible across the board-including mental health services, addiction treatment, and reproductive care.”

    marisasimonetti.comAs of September 2026

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