Opposition Research 2026

Let's help you figure out some of the other candidates on your ballot this fall.

This page holds information specifically to note a few **candidates you might avoid voting for.**

Lucy Rehm and her pals. There is no question she's not a good representative for Carver County (48B). She votes lock step with the DFL and lead the way on the abortion up to birth efforts, including removing any medical care for infants who may survive. She and the Democrats wasted the $18 Billion dollar surplus, raised taxes and fees by an additional $10 billion, let fraud run crazy with out any accountability, increased healthcare costs, and they refused to provide any relief to seniors - voting to keep the social security income tax. Our taxes are higher because of their desires for an expensive office building for themselves.

County Commissioner District 5

John Fahey- Running for re-election, proven history on the Carver County Board of Commissioners. First elected to the board in 2020. His priorities include:
- Ensure sustainable transportation safety and infrastructure investment
- Fiscal responsibility and sound taxpayer stewardship
- Regional collaboration and multi-board leadership
- Quality of life for every Carver County resident
Khai Tran - Moved into the district in September 2025 then announced his run for Commissioner. He's involved in a couple of non-profits with his wife which had previous funding from the county also. While he talks a good game, known to be aligned to the DFL.

County Commissioner District 2

Tom Workman RECOMMENDED CANDIDATE- He has dedicated his career to serving residents and remains committed to keeping Carver County strong, safe, and thriving!
Chrissy Ahola - former campaign manager for Lucy Rehm and also been treasurer for many democrat candidates. SW Metro volunteer awardee. Socially liberal.

County Sheriff Race Questions- Review the Candidate Forum from this summer.

Chanhassen City Council Races

We have 3 recommended candidates for Chanhassen.

Jerry McDonald for Mayor

City Council (elect 2)

The other candidates running for city council have things you might not know about.
Kyle O'Neill - attended the 2017 DFL Founders Day dinner. His 2026 campaign is listed on ActBlue for political fundraising. He is listed as the Political Director for IBEW and has actively urged members to vote for Democrat Angie Craig earlier this year. His official campaign website contains positions commonly associated with progressive democrat policy language.
Bryan Litsey  - Public campaign finance data indicates donations were made to Biden for President in 2020. Served on the POST Board's advisory committee following George Floyd and has said reforms were long overdue to expand statewide oversight of police.