We all need to work together to get the job done.
Betsy Hodges is a leader who understands that.

    In Minneapolis, City Hall used to be a place of special favors and retribution, irresponsible budgets slapped together with side deals and 7 to 6 votes.

    We cannot afford to go back – now is not the time for settling old scores.

    Minneapolis is facing tough times. State funding cuts. Federal funding cuts. Paying off debts inherited from former administrations.

    I know about facing tough times and I know we have to face our problems head on. That’s why I won’t make spending promises I can’t keep. That’s why I won’t let the City slide back into accumulating debt.

    I will make sure – even as we keep working toward financial health – that we are maintaining the character and vitality of our City. I’ve included ideas about how we can do that on my ISSUES page.

    I am running for City Council to make sure Minneapolis is a place where we and all our kids want to live – now and in the future.

    I know the only way we make real progress is by working together – in our neighborhoods and in City Hall. I have a record of bringing people together. Even if we disagree on an issue, you and I will always be able to work together. You will always get excellent constituent service from my office.

    Please feel free to contact me – at 612.925.5999 or at betsy@betsyhodges.org– with any questions about my candidacy and the issues here in Southwest Minneapolis.

"Betsy Hodges understands that the City’s budget is not just a numbers game, it is a statement of our community’s values and priorities. She also understands that we do not have unlimited resources – that choices need to be made. She knows that the public process is designed to frame and inform public decisions and she respects that process.

"That is why I am supporting her for City Council. I am confident that Betsy will carry on the delicate work of balancing our community’s needs, wants and desires within a sustainable tax policy.

"Please join me in voting for Betsy Hodges on November 8th."
— Barret W.S. Lane, Minneapolis Council Member, Ward 13

In September's Primary Election,
Betsy placed first with 57% of the vote.

On Tuesday, September 13, the residents of the 13th Ward were given their
first chance to voice their preference fr who will represent them in the
Minneapolis City Council for the next four years. They made themselves heard
by voting for Betsy by a solid majority in a three-way race.

"I am grateful for the support of Ward 13 voters and the confidence they
have placed in me," said Betsy. "While this is a big boost to our efforts,
it's a long road to the November 8th general election. We will need to work
hard to make sure neighbors and our vision for Minneapolis are represented
at City Hall."

Walter and Joan Mondale have endorsed Betsy

Neighbors for Hodges is proud to announce that Walter and Joan Mondale have endorsed Betsy Hodges for Minneapolis Ward 13 City Council.  We are deeply proud to have the support.

Betsy Hodges is the DFL endorsed candidate in Ward 13 

On Saturday, April 2nd the Ward 13 DFL delegates unanimously gave their endorsement to Betsy Hodges.

“Minneapolis is a great city, and we want to make sure it’s a place we’re proud to pass on to the next generation. With the energy in this room and our capacity to organize, we will make sure our vision is represented at City Hall!” said Betsy.