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Joe McDonald

RepublicanIncumbent

Photographer/Business Owner

Joe McDonald is a Republican candidate for Minnesota House of Representatives District 29A in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

McDonald earned his A.A. in Photography from Hennepin Technical College, master's degree in photography in 2003, and craftsman degree in 2008. His professional experience includes owning a photography studio.[1]

Campaign themes

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Joe McDonald's campaign website highlighted the following issues:[12]

Statement of Principles

To always apply the principle of limited government based on the rule of law and truth to every proposal.

To always honor the central place of individual liberty both in life and in politics.

To always encourage free enterprise, entrepreneurship and economic reforms grounded in the free market solutions.

To always support local, state and national interests in advancing freedom and opposing tyranny in all its forms.

To always be in firm defense of family, community, faith and constitutional principles, first, last and always.

To listen to the people I represent and respect those with whom I disagree.

If “We the People” are to succeed in the critical political and policy battles ahead, we must be certain of our purpose.

We all must work resolutely to defend the high ground of Americas founding principles based on Judean Christian values of Life, Liberty and property.[13]

Presidential preference

Joe McDonald endorsed Rick Santorum in the 2012 presidential election.[14]

On the 2026 ballot

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

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