Only two people in the last half century (52 years to be exact) have been endorsed by a Minnesota Republican state convention and were elected governor. Winning the hearts and votes of the 2,200 or so delegates demands loyalty to a very partisan agenda. After all, the delegates are the most intense Republicans, the ones who were willing to spend hours at a precinct caucus in February, move through the local and regional conventions and give up a spring weekend in May.
A very fair assessment of Jensen's vulnerabilities coming off his endorsement. Over time other factors will emerge ;but let me mention a couple that come to mind. Jensen could have a primary challenge that could force resources away from addressing Walz. Governor Walz will not have that distraction. Of likely benefit to Jensen would be a third party candidate who, on balance, leans left on a number of issues. That candidate might not be particularly formidable but in a close race could be a significant factor. But, this speaks to a future discussion for another day.
A very fair assessment of Jensen's vulnerabilities coming off his endorsement. Over time other factors will emerge ;but let me mention a couple that come to mind. Jensen could have a primary challenge that could force resources away from addressing Walz. Governor Walz will not have that distraction. Of likely benefit to Jensen would be a third party candidate who, on balance, leans left on a number of issues. That candidate might not be particularly formidable but in a close race could be a significant factor. But, this speaks to a future discussion for another day.