Campaign endorsements
ELECTED OFFICIALS
Keith Ellison
Minnesota Attorney General
“Cedrick Frazier is a proud public servant. His vision and dedication to the public makes him the best choice for Hennepin County Attorney. In a time of growing uncertainty from the federal government, strong leadership at the local level is critical in keeping our communities safe. I am excited to work alongside Cedrick to deliver the smart public safety solutions the people of Hennepin County need and deserve.”
Minnesota Lt. Governor
Peggy Flanagan
“In the legislature, Cedrick helped deliver the largest comprehensive investment in public safety in our state’s history. He has the clear-eyed leadership and experience that Hennepin County needs in this moment to ensure that every resident feels safe in their neighborhood and has access to due process. I am excited to endorse Cedrick’s campaign for Hennepin County Attorney because I know how impactful his leadership will be for all of us.”
Hollies Winston
Brooklyn Park Mayor
“Cedrick Frazier is a thoughtful, visionary leader with a proven track record of delivering on the issues that matter most to our communities. During his time in the legislature, he championed critical legislation—most notably to fund community violence intervention programs—which have led to measurable reductions in crime and stronger, more resilient families. I am confident he will bring that same commitment and forward-thinking leadership to improve the lives of all Hennepin County residents.”
State Senator (Plymouth)
Bonnie Westlin
"Representative Cedrick Frazier is the perfect person to lead the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office. Cedrick’s rigorous and thoughtful approach to complex issues is exactly the kind of leadership we need to enact public safety solutions that will keep us safe. I’ve gotten the opportunity to work alongside Cedrick and witness, first hand, how he applies his life experiences to his work to ensure nobody gets left behind as we move forward. I am proud to endorse Representative Cedrick Frazier to be the next Hennepin County Attorney because he is the best person for the job."
State Representative (Minneapolis)
Esther Agbaje
“Representative Cedrick Frazier has been a remarkable collaborator at the Capitol, delivering on the kind of legislation that improves the everyday lives of everyday people. I’ve seen Cedrick go above and beyond to learn the issues that impact the lives of Minnesotans and lead on the solutions that make all of our lives easier. Rep. Frazier is focused on bettering our communities by focusing on people first, and I'm proud to endorse him for Hennepin County Attorney.”
Roslyn Harmon
Golden Valley Mayor
“Representative Cedrick Frazier is a leader to his core. His record as a legislator clearly shows that he is the best choice to be the next Hennepin County Attorney because he understands that a good leader is a good steward of the will of the people. I am so glad to have a leader like Cedrick with the courage to do what’s right even when it’s hard, and the determination to see the fight through the finish line. I am proud to endorse Cedrick Frazier for Hennepin County Attorney.”
State Senator (Champlin)
John Hoffman
“Representative Cedrick Frazier is the pragmatic, level-headed leader Hennepin County needs as its next County Attorney. He understands that real public safety means holding people accountable and prosecuting crime, while also working to prevent it. As a fellow suburban lawmaker, I trust Cedrick to keep my family and community safe, and I know he’ll do the same for every resident across Hennepin County, from our suburbs to the heart of Minneapolis. Cedrick Frazier makes decisions based on facts, fairness, and the best interests of the people he serves. I encourage everyone who cares about safe, thriving communities to join me in supporting him for County Attorney.”
State Representative (Edina)
Julie Greene
“I’m proud to support my colleague Cedrick Frazier for Hennepin County Attorney. Cedrick is a bold, compassionate leader who truly understands how gun violence affects our communities. His work on the Red Flag Law is saving lives, and his steady leadership will make a difference at the County level on day one.”
Brooklyn Center Mayor
April Graves
“Cedrick Frazier has a unique understanding of the challenges facing our communities. His lived experience, combined with his deep knowledge of our systems, gives him the perspective we need in a Hennepin County Attorney who will pursue both safety and justice. I know Cedrick is committed to building trust with our communities - a foundation that is critical to achieving true public safety.”
State Senator (Eden Prairie)
Steve Cwodzinski
“Watching Cedrick Frazier carry the School Resource Officer bill in 2024 was one of the finest things I’ve ever seen in my tenure as a legislator. It was a complex, emotional issue that demanded real leadership - and Cedrick delivered. He brought closure to all parties: law enforcement, school leaders, community advocates, and legislators on both sides of the aisle. The bill struck the right balance by clarifying the law so SROs could return to schools that wanted them, while respecting the local control of districts that chose a different path. Cedrick’s ability to listen, negotiate, and build trust across differences is exactly the kind of steady, nuanced leadership Hennepin County needs in its next County Attorney.”
State Senator (Minnetonka)
Ann Johnson Stewart
“A strong public safety system requires strong communication, and Cedrick Frazier is the patient and visionary communicator who I am excited to collaborate with as the next Hennepin County Attorney. I’ve seen Cedrick take the time to listen to the concerns of the unheard and deliver on the priorities of the overlooked. I am proud to endorse Cedrick Frazier as the next Hennepin County Attorney because I am confident that he is the best person for the job.”
State Representative (Plymouth)
Ned Carroll
“I am proud to endorse Representative Cedrick Frazier for Hennepin County Attorney because I know he is committed to the kind of smart, collaborative governance that will serve the people of Hennepin County well. As Vice-Chair of the House Judiciary Committee, I’ve seen Cedrick fight for vulnerable Minnesotans while always ensuring that all voices at the table are heard. Cedrick is the kind of leader who will motivate people to do their best because he brings his best day in and day out. I’m excited to support my colleague and friend, Cedrick Frazier, to be the next Hennepin County Attorney.”
State Representative (Brooklyn Park)
Huldah Hiltsley
“Cedrick is the best choice to lead the County Attorney’s office because he has the lived experience that will guide him to make the right decisions in difficult moments. I’ve seen Cedrick take bold leadership positions at the Capitol and build coalitions with nuanced observations informed by his experiences. I am proud to endorse Cedrick for County Attorney because I know his steady leadership will improve safety outcomes for us all.”
State Representative (Minneapolis)
Jamie Long
“I am proud to support Cedrick Frazier as the next Hennepin County Attorney because I know he will bring the same determination and leadership to the County Attorney’s office that he brought to the state capitol every single day. Cedrick has fought to protect the voice of the people through his work restoring voting rights to thousands of Minnesotans, ensuring everyone gets a fair shot at living full lives. His ability to build large coalitions with different backgrounds and perspectives under shared values is a rare trait that will be critical in improving public safety outcomes for the people who call Hennepin County home.”
State Representative (Bloomington)
Nathan Coulter
“As a Representative for one of the most diverse suburban districts in Minnesota, it is important to have a partner in the County Attorney’s office who will fight to protect Minnesotans of all backgrounds, and Cedrick Frazier is the leader this moment calls for. Cedrick takes the time to understand the issues and has a heart for justice like few people I’ve ever known. I am proud to support Cedrick Frazier for Hennepin County Attorney because I know him, I trust him, and I believe that he is the right person for the job.”
State Representative (Minneapolis)
Mohamud Noor
“Cedrick Frazier is a brilliant and thoughtful leader who will do the work to find the best solutions that meet the moment. Cedrick has championed legislation that helped bolster workforce development initiatives across the state, helping thousands of Minnesotans earn their dreams through entrepreneurship. I trust Cedrick to be a defender of the little guy, someone who will ensure that no one gets taken advantage of and everyone gets a fair wage for a fair day’s work. I am proud to endorse Cedrick Frazier for Hennepin County Attorney because he is the best candidate to keep Hennepin County as one of the best places in the world to do business.”
State Representative (Minneapolis)
Sydney Jordan
“I am proud to support Cedrick Frazier for County Attorney because I know he will have the best interests of young people at the forefront of his priorities. As a legislator who carried the Meals for All bill, I know public safety starts with basic needs being met. The future of young people in our community is deeply important to us all, and Rep. Frazier will be a strong and visionary partner at the County Attorney’s office, ensuring young people have all the tools they need to thrive.”
State Representative (Richfield)
Michael Howard
“Cedrick Frazier knows that we create change by listening and fighting alongside the people – not powerful special interests. That’s how he’s fought for justice and a safer Minnesota at the State Capitol, and it’s precisely the kind of leader we need as our next Hennepin County Attorney.”
State Representative (Minneapolis)
Aisha Gomez
“Cedrick Frazier is exactly who we need as the next Hennepin County Attorney because he is the kind of leader who will always meet the moment. We have been told so often in Hennepin County and across the country that we can have either safe streets or a criminal legal system that doesn’t just punish but seeks to repair harm and restore communities, but not both. Cedrick is a leader with the moral clarity and courage to reject this false choice. He knows that our communities deserve humane systems that do justice and love mercy. Cedrick’s inclusive vision for public safety in Hennepin County is exactly what this moment requires.”
State Representative (Golden Valley)
Mike Freiberg
“Serving alongside Cedrick Frazier in the House, and representing the same Senate district, I’ve seen firsthand the steadiness and integrity he brings to every challenge. Cedrick’s commitment to the people we serve is remarkable - especially his success in restoring the voting rights of thousands of Minnesotans. He understands that protecting democracy isn’t abstract work; it’s about ensuring fair systems, transparent decision-making, and equal access to justice. Cedrick is exactly the kind of principled, grounded leader Hennepin County needs, and I’m proud to support him for County Attorney.”
State Representative (Minneapolis)
Samantha Sencer-Mura
“Cedrick Frazier is a compassionate and effective leader who can meet the moment we are in. Cedrick cares deeply about our schools, and knows that when educators are supported, students thrive - and when students thrive, our entire public-safety landscape improves. Cedrick and I share the belief that investing in young people is one of the most effective long-term strategies for community safety. I’m proud to support him for Hennepin County Attorney because he brings a holistic, education-informed, and youth-centered perspective that will make a real difference for families across the county.”
State Representative (Eden Prairie)
Alex Falconer
“Representative Cedrick Frazier is a brilliant and dedicated leader and I am incredibly proud to support his bid for Hennepin County Attorney. In a time where climate change is truly an existential problem, we need local leaders who have done the homework and have the willpower to fight back against federal rollbacks for climate protections. Cedrick Frazier has been a champion for the environment in the state capitol and I am confident that he will be a strong defender of the environment as County Attorney”
State Representative (Minneapolis)
Fue Lee
“I am proud to endorse Cedrick Frazier for Hennepin County Attorney because he is someone who knows what it’s like to grow up in neighborhoods like the ones we call home in North Minneapolis. He understands the challenges we face and works alongside community leaders to deliver solutions that make the lives of Northsiders easier. Cedrick is a visionary leader who always remembers the historically forgotten, and I’m excited to collaborate with him as the next Hennepin County Attorney.”
State Representative (Minneapolis)
Anquam Mahamoud
“I am proud to endorse Representative Cedrick Frazier to be the next Hennepin County Attorney because he is the best candidate for the job. Time and time again, I’ve seen Representative Frazier show up for those who feel unheard or overlooked, and I know he will continue to look out for vulnerable community members as the next Hennepin County Attorney. I know that the Hennepin County Attorney’s office will be a gold standard of service with Cedrick at the helm because he leads with care and strong values of justice and fairness.”
State Senator (Edina)
Dr. Alice Mann
“Working with Cedrick Frazier on paid medical leave legislation showed me the depth of his commitment to real people and real families. That legislation ensures Minnesotans don’t have to choose between caring for their health and paying their bills - because no one should be pushed into crisis simply for doing the right thing. Cedrick understands that stability at home strengthens safety in our communities, and he’s always fought for policies that give people the resources they need when life is at its hardest. As Hennepin County Attorney, he will bring that same compassion, steadiness, and focus on public well-being to the work of keeping our communities safe.”
State Representative (Minneapolis)
Katie Jones
“Representative Cedrick Frazier is a rare kind of public leader - and one of the few lawyers I’ve ever worked with who treats climate change like the urgent, real-world crisis it is. I’m proud to support his campaign for Hennepin County Attorney because he understands that protecting our environment and protecting our communities go hand in hand. At a time when people simply want to feel safe walking outside and enjoying all the great things Minneapolis has to offer, Cedrick brings a clear, informed understanding of how climate impacts our health, our neighborhoods, and our long-term safety. Please join me in supporting Cedrick Frazier for Hennepin County Attorney!”
Hennepin County Commissioner
Angela Conley
“Cedrick Frazier has always understood that public safety improves when the mental health needs of the community are met. I watched him carry and pass Minnesota’s Red Flag Law, taking guns out of the hands of people who are dangers to themselves or others. This legislation is already preventing tragedies in Hennepin County -both acts of violence and suicides - and it wouldn’t have happened without Cedrick’s steady leadership and his ability to bring people together around common-sense solutions. I trust Cedrick to be the right person to lead the Hennepin County Attorney’s office with a clear vision of justice and a commitment to prioritizing the needs of victims and survivors. I’m proud to stand with Cedrick because he leads with heart, clarity, and a deep commitment to keeping every family safe.”
State Representative (Minneapolis)
Emma Greenman
"I’m proud to endorse Cedrick Frazier as the next Hennepin County Attorney because I know he is the leader we can trust to meet this moment, protect democracy, and keep all our communities safe. As co-chairs of the Inclusive Democracy Caucus, Cedrick and I worked side-by-side to expand the freedom to vote, safeguard free and fair elections, and put power in the hands of the people, not corporations and billionaires. He understands that defending inclusive democracy is inseparable from protecting our communities.”
LABOR UNIONS
EDUCATION MINNESOTA PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION
SEIU MINNESOTA STATE COUNCIL
THE ROBBINSDALE FEDERATION OF TEACHERS