Minnesota's 3rd congressional district facts for kids
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Minnesota's 3rd congressional district - since January 3, 2013.
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| Area | 468 sq mi (1,210 km2) | ||
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| Population (2018 est.) | 723,994 | ||
| Median income | $90,442 | ||
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| Cook PVI | D+1 | ||
Minnesota's 3rd congressional district is an area in the state of Minnesota. It includes many suburbs around the city of Minneapolis. These suburbs are located in Hennepin, Carver, and Anoka counties.
Each congressional district elects one person to represent them in the U.S. House of Representatives. This person is called a Representative. Currently, Dean Phillips is the Representative for this district. He is a member of the Democratic Party. He was elected in November 2018.
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What is a Congressional District?
The United States is a very large country. To make sure everyone has a voice in the government, the country is divided into smaller areas. These areas are called congressional districts. Each district has about the same number of people.
People who live in a district vote for one person to represent them. This person then goes to Washington, D.C. They work in the U.S. House of Representatives. Their job is to speak for the people in their district. They help make laws for the whole country.
About Minnesota's 3rd District
Minnesota's 3rd congressional district is located in the eastern part of the state. It covers areas to the west, south, and north of Minneapolis. These areas are mostly suburbs. Suburbs are towns or cities that are close to a larger city.
The district includes parts of three different counties. These are Hennepin, Carver, and Anoka counties. Many people live in this district. In 2018, about 723,994 people lived there. Most of the district is urban, meaning it has many towns and cities.
Who Represents the District?
The person who represents Minnesota's 3rd district is Dean Phillips. He is a member of the U.S. House of Representatives. He started his job in January 2019.
Mr. Phillips is part of the Democratic Party. He won the election in 2018. He ran against the Republican representative who was in office before him.
What Does a Representative Do?
A Representative has many important jobs. They vote on new laws. These laws can affect everyone in the country. They also work to solve problems for people in their district. For example, they might help with issues related to healthcare or education.
Representatives also bring the ideas and concerns of their district to the national government. They make sure their community's voice is heard. They are an important link between local people and the federal government.
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See also
In Spanish: 3.º distrito congresional de Minnesota para niños
