Elections You Can Trust.

Service You Can Count On.

Minnesotans deserve elections that are free, fair, and secure, and confidence that their vote truly matters. Our democracy depends on it. It’s time to make Minnesota’s elections the gold standard in the nation by delivering the accessibility, accuracy, and accountability voters deserve. 

The Secretary of State’s office serves more than just voters. Small businesses, nonprofits, and survivors of domestic abuse rely on it for essential services, from business filings to the Safe at Home program, which protects victims by keeping their addresses confidential. Minnesotans need to know they can count on this office for timely, trustworthy, and effective support.

With experience as a legislator, county commissioner, judge, and small business owner, Tad brings the judgment and skills to secure our elections and strengthen Minnesota’s small business economy. He’s spent his career earning trust by upholding the law without bias or political agenda. As Secretary of State, he’ll deliver secure elections, responsive service, and the clear, commonsense transparency Minnesotans deserve.

Tad’s Five Pillars of Election Integrity:

• Secure voter ID standards (prevent fraud while ensuring access for eligible voters)
• Accurate, up-to-date voter rolls (regular list audits & maintenance)
• Strong cybersecurity election systems protection (24/7 monitoring & rapid response)
• Independent, bipartisan oversight (polls, counting, audits)
• Smart coordination with state & federal partners (keep Minnesota’s elections free & fair)