BISMARCK, N.D. – A North Dakota Democrat announces a challenge against North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring.
Vern Thompson announced Friday that he’s seeking the Democratic nomination in June.
“I’m here to give a reality check. No sugarcoating. No political spin. Just the truth about costs, markets, ownership, and the Industrial Commission. North Dakota farmers and ranchers are facing the biggest farm crisis in 40 years,” he said. “Production agriculture isn’t just an industry. It’s $41.3 billion in economic activity. It’s 123,000 North Dakota jobs. It’s our identity. It’s our way of life, and right now, it’s in trouble.”
He’s already been endorsed by the State Democratic-NPL Executive Committee.
Thompson is a former member of the North Dakota Legislature. He served in the House from 1989 until 1990. He also served in the Senate from 1997 until 2000, where he served as Minority Caucus Leader.
