Anita Smithson (she/her) is a mother, community leader, advocate, and organizer dedicated to building community, finding shared values, and advancing an equitable future.

Democracy in America is at a crossroads - I am running for DFL Secretary because I am in this fight with you, and I want our party to be the best it can possibly be. I believe that I can be a bold leader at the top of our state party to ensure we meet the moments before us.

DFL State Central Committee members, and party leaders across our state: I ask for your support and your vote at the March 29, 2025 DFL Business Conference in Edina. You can learn more about me here.


A dark blue logo with a photo of Anita Smithson, a white woman with short brown hair and large glasses, smiling directly at the camera. To the right it says Anita Smithson for DFL Secretary.

Current:

Blooming Strategies LLC - Founding Member, political consulting

Bloomington Pride MN - Communications Officer of new 501(c)3 non-profit

Greene for Minnesota - Campaign Manager (2024)

Volunteer:

Bloomington Human Rights Commission - Chair

Minnesota DFL - Senate District 50 Communications Officer; State Central Committee Member; Stonewall DFL Communications Officer; canvasser; volunteer

Contact: AnitaSmithsonDFL@gmail.com