CD2 Convention Candidates:
How has the CD2 leadership been doing? Now is the time to make that evaluation and look to the future and how we can get Republicans elected to office. Learn more about the April 12th convention HERE.

Candidate for CD2 Chair
Gabriela Kroetch
Slate - Kroetch/Waggoner/Field
Trust. Strength. Wins. We'll Deliver all three by
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Improving leadership and communication,
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Engage with and support volunteers,
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Focus, take action & bridge divides.
These goals unite our slate and can unite our CD to elect Republicans to office.
As BPOU Chair, candidate for SD55, Deputy Chair of CD2, and mentor for Republicans candidates state wide, she believes this experience has prepared her to navigate the next contested election cycle successfully and get more Republicans elected by bringing us together. ​​​

Candidate for CD2 Deputy Chair
Will Waggoner
Slate - Kroetch/Waggoner/Field
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Elected Chair of SD41, deeply involvement in the grassroots and leadership. He has also managed House and Senate campaigns in CD2, gaining valuable insight into the district’s political landscape. He currently works in government relations and advocacy, representing organizations across MN. He is committed to strengthening the Republican Party in CD2 and helping to deliver wins for our candidates.
Trust. Strength. Wins.
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Candidate for CD2 Secretary
Melissa Field
Slate - Kroetch/Waggoner/Field
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"I am a proven leader with a strong foundation in strategic decision-making, team empowerment, community service, campaigning and legislative work that will be a perfect fit for CD2 Secretary. With my passion for service and deep roots in the community, I am ready to bring next-level leadership and a Republican WIN to CD2! I would be honored to earn your vote on April 12th to be your next Secretary of CD2."
Melissa Field
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Candidate for CD2 Chair
Joe Ditto
Current incumbent Chair of CD2.
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"I’m running for reelection to continue the great work that we started last cycle. When I was first elected in two years
ago I promised to be a fair and transparent chairman and I have delivered on that promise helping to get
Republicans elected across the district. I look forward to continue serving you all in the 2025-2026 cycle."
Joe Ditto
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Candidate for CD2 Director at Large
William Beck
Current Deputy Chair of CD2.
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"I would like to continue my work on the board as Delegate-at-Large. I hope to continue our board’s emphasis on social functions and fundraisers while expanding our focus to help candidates up and down the ballot – especially school board, city, and county candidates. I hope and pray that I can earn your vote on April 12!"
William Beck​​​
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Candidate CD2 Deputy Chair
Natalie Barnes
Current CD2 Delegate at Large
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"I’d love your support as we work together to strengthen our party and win elections. CD2 needs to focus and build 4 key areas: Build a strong grassroots network; deliver a clear, strong message; recruit and support great candidates; and fundraising for success. I’m ready to earn your support and be part of the leadership team!"
Natalie Barnes​​
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