Hello/Boozhoo, my name is Emily ~
I look forward to meeting you.
I grew up in rural West Virginia and moved to Minnesota for a career in higher education and library leadership over two decades ago. I moved to Bagley in 2020 and knew almost immediately that I was home - not just where I'd landed, but where I wanted to stay. The land and the people felt more familiar to me than anywhere I'd lived in a long time. I chose this place. Showing up and committing to my neighbors is how I live that choice.
For the past five years I've served as Executive Director of the Beltrami County Historical Society, where I've secured state and federal grants, established award-winning programs, and built partnerships across tribal, county, regional, and state lines. I am most proud of the work we've done preserving our collections to industry standards so that our children's children's children can access and learn from the history our ancestors treasured. I think in generations, not election cycles.
Emily, her husband John, and their dog Susie
I believe:
Building a Better Future:
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We have foundational obligations to one another and the land.
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Government should deliver real results people can see.
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Solutions should come from the people closest to the problem.
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We should use existing resources more effectively and fairly.
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Tribal Nations are governments, and honoring treaties strengthens our entire region.
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a Strong Local Economy
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Housing People Can Afford
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Healthcare & Addiction Recovery
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Supporting Families in the Workforce
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Protecting the Land & Water