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Carla Nelson, Minnesota State Senator representing District 26, shared a series of posts on her X (formerly Twitter) account in mid-September 2025 addressing civic values, community development, and concerns about public program integrity.

On September 17, 2025, Nelson posted a quotation from the Preamble to the United States Constitution: “We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish https://t.co/geOlCc7XBr”. The message referenced foundational American principles.

The following day, September 18, Nelson highlighted her participation at a local school event. She wrote: “It was such an honor to speak at the ribbon cutting for Franklin Elementary's brand new community schoolyard and celebrate this exciting milestone with everyone! This project is really special for our community. What used to be unused turf and old playground equipment is now a https://t.co/Xps0NuKJOz”. Her remarks emphasized improvements made to local infrastructure intended for children’s benefit.

Later that same day on September 18, Nelson addressed concerns regarding fraud in public assistance programs. She stated: “The US Attorney for Minnesota warned that fraud in our public programs has overtaken legitimate services. When these programs, which are meant to help the most vulnerable, are overtaken by fraud, it is bad for our entire state. We owe it to taxpayers and to those truly in need to https://t.co/s01fJMS14Y”.

Nelson has previously focused on issues related to education policy and fiscal responsibility during her tenure as a legislator. Community projects like schoolyard renovations have been part of broader efforts across Minnesota schools aimed at providing safe spaces for children while fostering community engagement. Meanwhile, concerns over fraud in social programs have prompted calls from state officials—including U.S. Attorneys—to enhance oversight mechanisms and ensure resources reach their intended recipients.