About Us

The Official Website of the Douglas County, Minnesota Republican Party

Who we are

Douglas County, Minnesota Republican Party

As Douglas County Republicans, our mission is to uphold the values of fiscal responsibility, limited government, and individual liberty. We strive to promote policies that foster economic growth, job creation, and prosperity for all residents of our community. Through grassroots organizing, community engagement, and advocacy, we aim to protect the rights of individuals, defend our Constitution, and preserve our
conservative principles. We believe in empowering individuals to achieve their full potential, promoting family values, and ensuring a safe and secure environment for future generations. With integrity, dedication, and a commitment to service, we work tirelessly to advance the conservative cause and make Douglas County a better place for all.

2026
Make This Year Count
Douglas County, Minnesota

Republican Party

The officers include:

Dan Haglin: Chair
Tina Kuseske: Deputy-Chair, Deputy-Treasurer
Joel Novak: Secretary
Colin Hawkinson: Treasurer

Dave Anderson: Vice-Chair
Tony Baune: Vice-Chair
Holli DeShane: Vice-Chair
Grant Haugen: Vice-Chair
Ron Jennissen: Vice-Chair
Jim Korkowski: Vice-Chair
Theresa Lukes: Vice-Chair

State Central Committee, Delegates & Alternates:

Holli DeShane: Delegate
Bill Ingebrigtsen: Delegate
Joel Novak: Delegate

Stephen Knudsen: Alternate #1
Jerry Rapp: Alternate #2
Kenneth Wersinger: Alternate #3
Linda Rae Marquardt: Alternate #4
Patrick Wolf: Alternate #5
Dan Haglin: Alternate #6
Rep. Mary Franson: Alternate #7
Nevin Smith, Sr.: Alternate #8
Tom Marthaler: Alternate #9

Meet our team

The following Republican State and Federal legislators represent Douglas County

Congressional Representative 7th District

Alexandria, MN

Senate District 12: Senator sen.torrey.westrom@senate.mn

Fergus Falls, Mn

Senate District 9: Senator sen.jordan.rasmusson@senate.mn

Alexandria, MN

House District 12B: Representative rep.mary.franson@house.mn.gov

Underwood, Mn

House District 9B: Representative rep.tom.murphy@house.mn.gov