Paul Thissen

Thissen received an A.B. from Harvard University and a J.D. from the University of Chicago.[5] Prior to being appointed to the Minnesota Supreme Court, he was a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives, representing District 61B from 2002 to 2018. His professional experience includes working in private practice with Briggs and Morgan, a lawyer in the Minnesota Public Defender's Office, and as a law clerk to United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit Judge James Loken.[5]

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Thissen's website highlighted the following campaign themes:[14]

Aging & Seniors

Excerpt: "We should build communities that allow all ages to thrive and help older Minnesotans live independently and with dignity."

Agriculture

Excerpt: "Strong family farms are essential to the continued viability of rural communities and to our entire state. I will fight to provide stability and predictability, as well as new opportunities, to allow family farmers to thrive — for this generation and the next."

Choice

Excerpt: "The United States Constitution guarantees a woman’s right to choose. Paul Thissen supports each woman’s right to make personal medical decisions with her physician."

Civil Rights

Excerpt: "Minnesota should be a place where ALL individuals are treated fairly and protected from discrimination based on their race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or age."

Economy

Excerpt: "We need to step up our game in seeking solutions that create jobs by strengthen strengthening the middle class and support the many bold Minnesotans who are striving to embark on new careers."