 DFL 8th congressional district candidate Michelle Lee made a stop in Bemidji this evening to talk with people about the issues that matter to them most. Lee has been traveling all over the 8th district. She also made a stop in Park Rapids and in Minaga as well as in Walker. Some key issues she says people in the 8th district are concerned about include jobs, mental health care, general health care and higher education costs. Lee says she has been a big listener and wants to work directly with the people on the solutions. It's really about finding the voice of the people, finding out what they really care about and if I am elected to become the first congresswoman in Minnesota's 8th district, it's the stories of the 8th district that I want to bring to Washington to try to affect change through our government and I still believe that we the people have power and it's not just power of corporations, it's people. Lee says a big part of her campaign will also be about protecting the environment specifically when it comes to copper nickel sulfate mining. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.