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Endorsements and Testimonials
"Shannon has a decades-long history of leadership advocating for fully-funded community schools, crafting thoughtful policy, and partnering across layers of government to ensure our community has what we need to thrive. We need her thoughtful, strategic, and strong leadership in the MN Senate. I’m proud to endorse her."
Dr. Jen Westmoreland
Former Hopkins School Board Director
“Shannon Andreson is a leader who marshals with heart, tenacity, and strength of character. She is well known in our community for cutting through to the issues that matter, and for positive conflict resolution. I fully support Shannon Andreson for State Senator for SD49.”
Mary Pat Blake
Business Leader & Board Director
"I endorse Shannon Andreson for Minnesota State Senate. She has worked tirelessly for the students in the Hopkins School District, both as the school board chair and advocating for our children in St Paul. She has the experience, the drive, and the values to lead. We need her in the Minnesota Senate!"
Zhiming Zhao
School Board Director
"I proudly endorse Shannon Andreson for Minnesota Senate - SD49 because she leads with community and a clear focus on improving everyday life for working families. Her proven commitment to strong public schools, affordable housing, accessible health care, and equity reflects the practical, compassionate leadership our district deserves."
Jennifer Munt
Minnetonka SD49 resident
Former Metropolitan Councilor
"I’m proud to support Shannon Andreson for Minnesota Senate, SD49. I’ve seen her lead up close as our School Board Chair, and she brings thoughtfulness, integrity, and a real commitment to getting things right for our community. Shannon listens, does the work, and leads with purpose. SD49 would be well served by her leadership.
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Brooke Roper
Vice Chair, Hopkins School Board
"I am proud to endorse Shannon Andreson for State Senate District 49. Shannon is a dedicated advocate for students, parents, and educators with a proven record of service on the Hopkins School Board and in the classroom.
Shannon understands how advocacy is not just about speaking up but it’s about listening, building trust, and turning community voices into action.
Shannon leads with integrity and compassion. She shows up for working families, supports public education, and consistently works for policies that ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed.
I wholeheartedly support Shannon Andreson for State Senate and encourage our community to stand with a leader who truly advocates for our communities, parents, students, and our shared values."
Fadumo Hassan
EP Resident and Advocate
"I have seen Shannon Andreson lead through some tough times. While doing that, she kept students first in the Hopkins School District and supported others like me in Minnetonka as an elected official and a business owner. Like Shannon showed up for me, I trust Shannon will show up for families, businesses, and community as we continue to go through tough times. Please join me in supporting Shannon for State Senate-SD49."
Kissy Coakley
Minnetonka City Council
"Minnesota has never needed strong voices for underrepresented people and everyday Minnesotans more than it does right now. Shannon Andreson brings years of dedicated public service from her time on the Hopkins School Board, and for over a decade has tirelessly advocated for our community’s needs. She is a compassionate, effective leader who isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo when it matters. I have been lucky to serve alongside her as she balances the diverse needs of our community. I wholeheartedly support her campaign for MN Senate."
Rachel Hartland
Treasurer, Hopkins School Board
"I’m supporting Shannon based on my experience serving with her on the Intermediate District 287 School Board, which supports unique learners across 12 west metro districts, including ours. I’ve seen firsthand how she advocates for minority and immigrant students and families, and how she works to turn ideas into policy. She helped move universal free school meals from concept to legislation to state law. If elected, she’ll be ready on day one with the knowledge needed to pass legislation that works for all people.”"
Francesca Pagan-Umar
Former Director of the Eden Prairie School Board
Former Director of Intermediate District 287
"Thank you, FairVote Minnesota, for the endorsement, which reflects years of grassroots advocacy for Ranked Choice Voting. It works here in Minnetonka. Voters have more choice, and campaigns are more civil.
I support ranked choice voting local options legislation for 2026 that would allow all Minnesota counties, cities, towns, and school boards to use RCV if they choose, and provide consistent standards for implementation."