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Abena McKenzie

DemocraticFirst-time candidate

Nurse

Abena McKenzie is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House Minnesota District 5 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Abena McKenzie earned an associate degree from Merritt College in 2011. Her career experience includes working as a nurse.[1]

Associates:
Merritt College, 2011

In their own words

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

ello, my name is Abena McKenzie and I work as a LPN Trach Care Nurse. My job is very fulfilling as I like to see patients heal and thrive, and to help improve their quality of life. I love what I do, and I like to make a difference.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I would like to assist High-school Apprenticeship programs to assist with Tuttoring in STEM education to Junior, and Middle School. I would love to see communities improve test scores and give kids positive encouragement to reach for goals and achievements.We need family and community stability assist programs including family, Marriage, and Parenting counseling. We can assist with grants in this area as well.Citizens Civic Duties Upgrade needs to happen. We have a vision to assist with financial assistance for Jury Duty details, for transportation cost, food cost and etc. The real cost of actually being a productive Citizen for Civic Duties must be addressed

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

We need to implement voluntary treatment into involuntary treatment to encourage and assist the people who are afflicted. This behavior of homelessness, and criminal activities, has a traumatic effect on the community, and the people demands to be safe, and in a safe community. These critical areas need to be addressed.

Abena McKenzie did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2024 Candidate Connection survey.

On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.

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