Help me Rhonda

Republican candidate for governor Marty Seifert has selected an Anoka County commissioner as his lieutenant governor running mate.

Seifert announced his selection today of Rhonda Sivarajah. Here's the campaign news release:

Marty Seifert announced Anoka County Commissioner Rhonda Sivarajah as his running mate today at a press conference in St Paul. Sivarajah has served as the district 6 Anoka County Commissioner since being elected in 2002.

Marty Seifert said, Rhonda has real world experience running a small business, life experience raising a family, and practical experience as an Anoka county commissioner with a record of downsizing government through creative solutions.

Rhonda Sivarajah added, I am proud to join Marty Seifert's effort to bring conservative values to Minnesota government. With our combined experience and vision, I am confident we have what it takes to lead a successful campaign for Minnesota's highest office.

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