Pastor Bill E. Gates Jr. Advocates for Media Accountability in Minnesota Governor Race

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Date: 12/07/2025

Pastor Bill E. Gates Jr. Demands Fair Coverage: “Ignoring Me Will Not Make Me Go Away”

Minneapolis, MN — Pastor Bill E. Gates Jr., candidate for Governor of Minnesota, is doubling down on his demand for fair coverage and equal recognition in the race. His message is clear: he’s here to compete — loudly, visibly, and unapologetically.

“Yes, I ran for Governor of Arkansas in 2022,” Gates said. “I knew Sara Huckabee Sanders was going to win, but I stepped up anyway. That experience made me tougher. I moved to Minnesota in August 2023 after a job fell through, but the people, the culture, and the Minnesota Nice spirit won me over. Since then, I’ve been building a serious platform to make the Star of the North brighter for everyone.”

Gates says he’s tired of being treated like a footnote, while the spotlight stays glued to the familiar names. “Minnesotans deserve better than recycled narratives and the same old headlines,” he stated. “If I have to fight for every inch of recognition the way Chris Rock did in Head of State, then so be it — because I’m not backing down, and I’m not disappearing.”

Gates’ campaign priorities include:

• Education & Opportunity: Expanding access to quality education and workforce development.

• Economic Growth: Empowering small businesses, innovation, and well-paying jobs.

• Healthcare Access: Ensuring affordable, reliable care for all Minnesotans.

• Environmental Protection: Preserving Minnesota’s natural beauty for future generations.

• Community Safety: Advancing public safety and justice reforms that build trust.

With a background in business, finance, hospitality, and community activism, Gates says he brings a working‑class, boots‑on‑the‑ground perspective missing from the usual political lineup.

“This campaign is about fairness, representation, and determination,” Gates concluded. “I will keep showing up, speaking out, and pushing forward. I’m not going away. And don’t count out the little guy.”

Learn more at votebillgates.net.

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