Testimonials
“I’ve followed Tom in the news through the years and have always been impressed with his ability to stand for his convictions on the tough votes, even when he was outvoted 6-1 by the DFL majority. At the same time, he could work well with people of all viewpoints. His collaborative yet principled style will make him an effective state auditor.”
Ruth Ann Michnay (2nd CD) - Former 6th CD Chairwoman; past State Vice Chairwomen of MN GOP; U.S. Rep. John Kline campaign treasurer (1999-2008); MN GOP State Chair Candidate (1997); managed six Republican candidate campaigns.
“When we were working to get Republicans elected to the Duluth school board over the years, Tom was always a person I could call for advice and ideas. He was willing to share his expertise in running urban elections for building the Republican Party throughout Minnesota.”
Therese Vaughn (8th CD) - Former 8th CD Chairwoman; Duluth Republican Women
“Tom Conlon is well qualified and the most electable Republican candidate for State Auditor. He’s won 5 consecutive citywide races for School Board in heavily-DFL St. Paul, and he can attract votes from diverse citizens who don’t traditionally support Republicans.”
Rick Aguilar (4th CD) - Past Chairman, St, Paul Area Chamber of Commerce 2000-2001; Republican Activist; and Republican National Convention Delegate, MN (2004, 2008)
“During 18 years on the St. Paul School Board, Tom Conlon championed fiscal responsibility and getting greater value for our dollar. He was not afraid to take on special interest groups who wanted to spend money but had less interest in achieving results in the classroom. He also fought for parental rights, saving JROTC programs and keeping the pledge of allegiance in the schools. ”
Dave Racer (4th CD) - Former GOP state senate candidate; National Campaign Manager, Alan Keyes for President (1996); Campaign Manager, Mike Menning for MN Governor (1985); Past Precinct and BPOU Chair HD 67A (St. Paul); Past Delegate State, and National GOP conventions; State Central Delegate.
“Tom recruited and mentored Republican candidates in his efforts to build a viable Republican Party in St. Paul. He based his commitment on the need for accountability and transparency in local and school district government and backed it up by asking tough questions and challenging DFL opponents in his five successful school board campaigns.”
Isaac Erickson (4th CD) - St. Paul Republican City Committee, Ward 5 Chair
“As our school board member, Tom reviewed financial audits from the policy and citizen’s perspective and always asked the right questions with the taxpayer’s perspective in mind. This skill will serve him well as our state auditor.”
Leslie Wilcox Rosedahl (4th CD) - HD 64B Chair
“Tom and I worked closely on the Mike Huckabee for President campaign in Minnesota last year. I was impressed with Tom’s demonstrated commitment to principle, teamwork, and his political acumen that was useful to our presidential campaign efforts in Minnesota. He is both a fiscal and social conservative and will be a true taxpayer advocate as state auditor.”
Gary Borgendale (4th CD) - Minnesota Leadership Team Chair, Huckabee for President; 2008 Republican National Convention alternate delegate, SD 50 state delegate.
