State Representative Leigh Finke

06/05/2026

This was a special conversation, and one so needed to have during Pride Month.

Religion and q***r identity have always been a part of me. It wasn't always easy to talk about but in this space, I felt right. I had the opportunity to speak openly about my experience and relationship with religion—and how it has been challenged many times as a proud trans woman elected to serve in public office.

Listen to my podcast interview with the Progressive Christians here:

HAPPY PRIDE! We have another special guest this week: Representativ...

06/01/2026

This month and every month- know that you are sacred and you belong EVERWHERE. In all the forms of q***r, you matter, YOU belong. No politician or legislation will EVER determine our value or worth. Our dignity is intrinsic; it is not granted, and it cannot be taken away.

We will always fight to protect our trans and two-spirit siblings and build a world where trans kids can become trans elders.

Forever here, forever q***r. Stay safe. We love you all! ❤️🩷🧡💛💚💙🩵💜🖤🤍🤎

05/29/2026

The 2026 legislative session has officially wrapped up! Check out our latest newsletter to see what we've accomplished together for our state and local community.

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The 2026 legislature adjourned on May 18, and I’m still reflecting on the whirlwind session. From the start, DFLers were loud and clear about our top priorities: addressing fraud prevention, advancing affordability initiatives, preventing gun violence, and holding ICE and federal immigration agent...

05/26/2026

I still have big feelings about the 2026 legislative session, but we should be proud of the important work we accomplished for Minnesotans in a tied House. Together, we are taking care of our communities and building a better life for us all.

There is still work to be done, and I look forward to connecting during this interim to hear your thoughts and priorities for future legislative sessions.

05/19/2026

This session was heavy with emotion and tough decisions. Working in a tied House brought many challenges, but it also offered more ways for legislators to reach across the aisle on important issues where Minnesotans demanded results.

We didn't pass all the legislation we wanted, but I'm proud we were able to set aside our differences to make important impacts for our communities. Let's build a blue wave in November and make sure we come back stronger to fight for the issues that matter to us.

05/17/2026

Cruisin into the last day of session 🤙🏼

05/16/2026

Time is not running out.
We've only just begun.
The time to act is NOW.

05/16/2026

36+ hours later.
Still here.
HOLD THE VOTE.

05/16/2026

Thank you for the visit and the extra boost of energy, Congresswoman Betty McCollum!

05/15/2026

Still here.
9:55AM.