Becka Thompson for Ward 12

11/11/2025

https://mailchi.mp/vote4becka/lawn-signs-and-veterans-day

If you have one, it will be picked up by EOD tomorrow. If you’ve already recycled it, don’t fret! That’s okay. Recycling is good!

11/06/2025

https://mailchi.mp/vote4becka/thank-you-so-much-this-is-just-the-beginning

Perhaps I didn’t communicate clearly enough that my opponent is DSA. I tried — consistently, honestly, and sometimes at personal cost. She worked hard to obscure that affiliation. It was a smart move on her part. And I did what I could to bring truth to light.

11/04/2025

Met folks all morning at loons and fire roast and turtle bread and then voted and then door knocked until it was dark out.
I missed on social media some endorsements of amazing people:
Carrie Nauman
Noel Casey
Carlotta Arradondo.

But you were all in my lit! (I’ll get you on here in celebration pics). So grateful. Now to wave some signs before the polls close.
I’m so humbled by this wave of support.

11/04/2025

https://mailchi.mp/vote4becka/dont-you-forget-to-vote

When I was 18 and a freshman in college, I could finally vote. I pulled out the Duluth News Tribune voter guide (I went to school there for a while) and carefully circled my choices.

11/03/2025

https://mailchi.mp/vote4becka/one-day-more "My place is here, I fight with you..."

No matter what you call them, I’ve always believed in divine appointments. It’s a phrase my aunt used to use — what people today might call manifesting an opportunity or a moment. This weekend, I met someone and we hit it off right away. We talked for hours about the arts — about the nuance ...

11/03/2025

Your Voice Matters! Just a quick reminder that Tuesday, November 4, is Election Day here in Minneapolis. No matter who you’re supporting, the important thing is that your voice is heard. I’m Becka Thompson, and I’m running for City Council in Ward 12 because I believe our city works best when everyone shows up and participates.

11/02/2025

Ran into a visitor today who was gushing about our parks. Let’s properly fund them!!

11/02/2025

https://mailchi.mp/vote4becka/how-good-can-it-get

I’m part of a small circle of leaders who challenge and support one another to grow — in life, in service, and in courage. Together, we have a mantra that guides us wherever we go: “How good can it get?”

11/01/2025

https://mailchi.mp/vote4becka/the-power-of-showing-up

Where to begin? I’ve been knocking on doors every single day for months. It’s a little wild to think about. Every day, I meet someone who has known me since I was a kid — and every day, I’m reminded of how lucky I am to be in this moment. As my mom always used to say, “make new friends, bu...

11/01/2025

Heart. Honesty. Strength.
I feel the worry and weariness on every block.
The chaos we see isn’t random — it’s what happens when leaders stop caring about safety.
As a teacher, I’ve learned trust is built by showing up — and doing what’s right, even when it’s hard.
I’m running for City Council to bring calm back — to heal what’s broken, with heart, honesty, and the strength to fix what matters.
✅ Vote Becka Thompson for Minneapolis City Council, Ward 12 — Nov. 4

10/28/2025

I have been remiss on giving proper credit to those who have gotten behind me. Shelly is an incredible person. I have yet to get her bio fully correct but I'll try my best - she is prolific. Living all over the state of MN, Shelley is truly a vanguard. She knows everyone. Multi-generational southsider, she is a proud grad of South High and was the youngest delegate at the Democratic convention of 1972. Truly stunning. Moreover, Shelley is an outspoken advocate for kids, schools and faith - just like me. I am profoundly honored to have earned her support.