Heather Gustafson

Heather Gustafson was born in Sartell, Minnesota, and lives in Vadnais Heights. Gustafson earned a bachelor's degree in mass communications from Minnesota State University, Moorhead. Her career experience includes working in radio and as a high school teacher at Centennial High School.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Born in St. Cloud, Minnesota, Heather Gustafson graduated from Sartell High School. She earned a B.S. in Mass Communication from Minnesota State University Moorhead and an M.S. in education from the College of St. Scholastica. Gustafson’s career experience includes working as a radio broadcaster. Gustafson has been a teacher since 2012 with a Minnesota teaching license in Social Studies. She is a member of Pheasants Forever and Ducks Unlimited.

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?

As a current public school teacher, Heather genuinely understands what schools need to be successful and supported.Heather supports proven public safety prevention strategies to ensure everyone feels safe in their homes and community.Heather will ensure that Minnesotans will have reproductive freedom, protected civil rights, and free and fair elections.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about supporting public education, protecting our environment, strengthening our local economy, and funding programs that keep our community safe.

Like many people, I’ve watched growing polarization divide our state and our nation. At the same time, I’ve been inspired by the underlying Minnesota values of hard work, lending a hand to a neighbor in need, and working together towards common goals - values that defined us as Minnesotans for generations. We’re tired of fighting and the loud voices of extremism. We want effective leaders who understand the real problems facing Minnesota and who are ready to get to work.