WHY LATONYA REEVES IS DIFFERENT THAN ILHAN OMAR

Why Latonya Reeves is different than Ilhan Omar

Latonya Reeves brings a locally focused approach to leadership — grounded in frontline public service, lived experience, and a commitment to addressing the everyday challenges facing Minnesota’s 5th District.

Latonya is a collaborator and bridge-builder who believes progress happens when we bring people together — across neighborhoods, cultures, faiths, and political differences — to solve real problems. She listens to all of MN-CD-05, including people she may not always agree with, because she believes every voice deserves to be heard and respected.

Local Focus: Latonya believes effective representation starts at home. Her priority is staying connected to the people of MN-CD-05 and addressing the issues that directly impact daily life — safe communities, affordable housing, good-paying jobs, accessible health care, lowering the cost of groceries, and opportunity for families. She is committed to showing up, being accessible, and delivering results for the district she represents.

As a career probation officer and union president, Latonya has spent her career working directly with community members, workers, and local institutions. That experience has shaped a leadership style rooted in accountability, transparency, and trust. She believes compassion and accountability must go hand in hand, especially when public dollars are involved.

Latonya’s approach is grounded in sustainability — building fiscally responsible, community-driven policies with strong oversight that don’t just sound good, but actually work and last. In Congress, she will prioritize responsible stewardship of taxpayer resources, public safety, and long-term solutions that strengthen communities today and for future generations.

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“Latonya is the kind of public servant who doesn’t shy away from hard problems, she meets them head-on. Whether it’s our growing housing crisis, community safety, or the urgent need to modernize cannabis policy, she brings the rare combination of compassion, skill, and lived experience that Minnesota deserves in Washington. She knows what it means to protect taxpayer dollars while ensuring families have what they need to thrive.”

Angela Dawson, Minnesota Voter

“Latonya represents the new leadership we need for all communities struggling, not just a select few. Latonya will bring bold, community-driven leadership to Congress— leadership that listens, collaborates, and delivers real results for the people.”

Shanasha Whitson, Minnesota Voter

“As a former member of the Executive Committee for the DFL, the Chair of the Midwest Black Caucus, and the Deputy Chair of the Black Caucus for the DNC, I have had the privilege of meeting and working alongside many leaders, but Latonya stands out. I have known her for five years, and throughout that time she has shown unwavering for the people she serves.”

Kenneth Foxworth, Minnesota Voter

Latonya’s Leadership Values differ from Ilhan Omar’s Leadership Style

Listening First

Every voice in Minnesota’s 5th District deserves to be heard — even when there is disagreement.

Collaboration

Progress happens when community members, workers, faith leaders, and institutions work together.

Bridge-Building

Latonya brings people together across differences to find common ground and real solutions.

Local Focus

Representation starts at home. Latonya is committed to addressing the real, day-to-day challenges facing CD5.

Accountability & Oversight

Compassion must be paired with responsibility, transparency, and strong stewardship of public resources.

Sustainability

Policies should be fiscally responsible, community-driven, and built to serve both today’s needs and future generations.