Minneapolis Candidate Forums
Candidate Forums in Minneapolis
The League of Women Voters of Minneapolis hosts and promotes nonpartisan candidate forums to help voters hear directly from those running for office. These forums provide a trusted, unbiased space where candidates can share their views and voters can learn more about the issues that matter most.
Whether you are preparing for a local election or looking to better understand candidates and policy positions, our forums are designed to support informed voting across Minneapolis.
Candidate Forums in Minneapolis
The League of Women Voters of Minneapolis hosts and promotes nonpartisan candidate forums to help voters hear directly from those running for office. These forums provide a trusted, unbiased space where candidates can share their views and voters can learn more about the issues that matter most.
Whether you are preparing for a local election or looking to better understand candidates and policy positions, our forums are designed to support informed voting across Minneapolis.
About our Candidate Forums:
The League is a nonpartisan organization that does not support or oppose any political party or candidate. The views expressed in each forum are those of the candidates, not those of the League of Women Voters. LWV posts complete, unedited recordings of forums. Editing is authorized only for official media reporting. Excerpts or edited clips of candidate forums may not be used for partisan, political purposes.
What Are Candidate Forums?
Candidate forums are public events where individuals running for office answer questions and discuss their positions on key issues. These events are moderated by the League and follow a structured, nonpartisan format.
Forums may include candidates for:
Minneapolis Mayor
City Council
School Board
Park and Recreation Board
County or state offices
Each forum is designed to give candidates equal opportunity to speak and provide voters with clear, comparable information.
Our Commitment to Nonpartisan Forums
The League of Women Voters of Minneapolis does not support or oppose candidates or political parties. Our role is to ensure that voters have access to fair, balanced, and factual information.
To maintain neutrality:
All registered candidates are invited to participate
Questions are developed to reflect community concerns
Moderators enforce consistent rules and timing
Forums focus on issues, not endorsements
This approach ensures that voters can evaluate candidates based on their own priorities and values.
Upcoming Forums
Candidate forums are scheduled ahead of local and state elections.
Check this page regularly or visit our Events page to find:
Dates and times for upcoming forums
Locations or virtual access details
Information about participating candidates
Attending a forum is one of the best ways to stay informed before casting your vote.
Why Forums Matter
Candidate Forums play a critical role in a healthy democracy. They:
Increase transparency in elections
Give voters direct access to candidates
Encourage issue-focused discussions
Help reduce misinformation
By creating a space for open dialogue, the League of Women Voters of Minneapolis helps strengthen trust in the electoral process. NOTE: candidate signs or shirts are not allowed inside Candidate Forums to allow them to remain nonpartisan.
Watch Candidate Forums
The League regularly records and shares candidate forums so voters can watch at their convenience.
You can:
View recorded forums
Access forums by race or office
Share videos with others in your community
These recordings are especially helpful for voters who cannot attend live events but still want to hear directly from candidates.
Join the League of Women Voters of Minneapolis
Support nonpartisan candidate forums and help ensure Minneapolis voters have access to clear, unbiased election information.
As a member, you can:
Help plan and support candidate forums
Contribute to voter education efforts
Stay informed about local elections and issues
Be part of a community committed to civic engagement
Join today and help make informed voting accessible to everyone in Minneapolis.
Common Questions
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A candidate forum is a structured event where candidates answer questions and share their positions on issues so that voters can better understand their choices.
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Yes. The League of Women Voters of Minneapolis is strictly nonpartisan and does not support or oppose candidates or political parties.
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All official candidates for a specific office are invited to participate, ensuring a fair and balanced discussion.
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Yes. Many forums are recorded and unedited for viewing by the public.
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Questions are developed to reflect issues important to the community and are presented in a fair and consistent manner.
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You can attend in person or virtually, depending on the event. Check this page or the Upcoming Events page for details on upcoming forums.