I'll be doing more writing and share things from time to time here, so thank you all for your support. It's been a dream come true, and I'll look forward to doing this all again. Until then, please enjoy my latest piece on safety and the light rail in @streets.mn streets.mn/2025/08/18/t...

People-powered campaign = neighbors, workers, small donors who believe government should work for families 💪 When I'm people-powered today, you know who I'll answer to after Aug 12th. Every $5-50 makes the difference! Link in bio #StPaul #Ward4

We shouldn't be forced to limit activities because of smoke in our air 💨 City policy can help: Xcel franchise $ for geothermal systems, weatherization, sealing homes against pollution/heat. Better insulation=cleaner air. Climate adaptation=keeping families safe 💪 #StPaul #Ward4

We've normalized Snelling Avenue being the most dangerous road in Ward 4. From Roseville to I-94, it divides neighborhoods instead of connecting them. Speed tables, enforcement, better design—we can choose safety over car convenience ✊ #Snelling #StPaul #Ward4

🌭🍉 National Night Out is Aug 5! Invite me to your BBQ or block party—I’d love to meet your neighbors and talk about a St. Paul that works for every family. DM me your address and I’ll try to swing by! #ColeForward #Ward4 #NationalNightOut #StPaul

Featured in this month's Park Bugle! 📰 Highlighting our focus on system-level solutions for working families—municipal grocery, social housing, addressing the wealth gap 🏠 Real change comes from neighbors working together 💪 August 12th! #StPaul #Ward4

Honored to receive the endorsement of Falcon Heights Councilmember Paula Mielke! 🙌 She shares my commitment to renters' rights, safer Snelling Ave & better State Fair experience 🚴‍♀️ let's win for everyone on August 12th! #StPaul #Ward4

Deeply honored to receive the Moms Demand Action candidate distinction 🧡 My dad was a police officer—gun violence prevention is personal. Every family deserves to know their loved ones come home safe. Together we build the safer St. Paul we deserve ✊ #GunViolencePrevention #StPaul #Ward4

🧊 No cooperation with ICE. Ever. At the MICAH forum last night, I said it plain: I will never cooperate with child snatchers and cowards hiding behind face masks—not as your neighbor, and not as your councilmember. #StPaul #Ward4 #NoICE #ICEout #SanctuaryCity #WeKeepUsSafe #StPaulElections

🚨 FORUM UPDATE! 🚨 The #DFL SD 64 event has been cancelled, and they are encouraging folks to attend the League of Women Voters event. Updates at coleforward4.org/events. See you there 👋 #ward4 #StPaul

🗳️ Join us at upcoming forums across Ward 4 this July! From housing, to immigration, to preservation, your voice matters. 📅 7/14, 7/17, 7/22, 7/30 🎟️ RSVP: coleforward4.org/events Let’s pack these rooms and show what a people-powered campaign looks like. #StPaul #Ward4

Honored to be endorsed by former State Senator Dick Cohen—author of the Legacy Amendment & longtime champion for public funding & justice. I’m proud to carry that bold, creative spirit forward in Ward 4. Vote Aug 12 & rank me #1 for a people-powered St. Paul. #StPaul #Ward4

✊ ST. PAUL IS A UNION TOWN ✊ Join us July 13 at 10:30AM for a labor doorknock with Starbucks Workers United MN! Hear from workers, talk labor solidarity, then hit the doors with us. Open to all union folks, allies & accomplices. Let’s build a workers-first St. Paul! #UnionStrong #Ward4 #StPaul

Nearly 20% of St. Paul’s land is tax-exempt. Private colleges hold \$709M in property that could generate $8.8M year. My Co-PILOT plan asks them to pay their fair share for the public services we all rely on. It’s about fairness—not punishment. #Ward4 #CoPILOT #StPaul #Taxes

Due to recent acts of political violence in the area, our event today is postponed. We will post our rescheduled event when it is available. Stay safe today. Please direct all questions to [email protected]

🚨 Two big things this Saturday, June 14th! 🚨 👟 Knockin’ with Robin! Join @robin4mpls and I for a morning of canvassing across Ward 4 in St. Paul and Ward 2 in Minneapolis! 👑 Then: No Kings Rally! You in? RSVP at coleforward4.org/volunteer

Honored to have Minneapolis CM Robin Wonsley's endorsement! 💚 From food relief during the uprising to now, we've shared the work of building safe, inclusive cities. Excited to partner across the river along the Green Line for a St. Paul that works for all. 🚊✊ #Ward4 #TwinCities #DSA

🚨 Big week ahead! ☕ Thu AM: Meet & Greet @ Workhorse (8–10) 🚪 Thu PM: Door knock @ 5 🗑️ Sat: GOTT cleanup @ Turf Club (10) 📣 Sun 5/18: BIG door knock @ 1st Cup Coffee (1pm) Join us as we clean up, knock doors & connect!#Ward4 #StPaul

Need an excuse to touch grass? 🌱 Come knock doors with us! Get your steps in, meet cool neighbors, and help elect Cole while enjoying that sweet spring air ☀️ Sign up for upcoming door knocks + events at the link in bio! 🏃‍♀️🚪

This week, I’m personally matching $1 for every $5 donated. Funds go to local orgs fighting the opioid crisis—an issue that’s hit close to home for my family. Support the campaign and the work on the ground. Let’s lead with compassion and action. Coleforward4.org

My mom was prescribed fentanyl. It took her life. This fight is personal. I'm running to bring a public health voice to City Hall—because every overdose deserves action. This week, $1 of every $5 raised goes to local orgs. Coleforward4.org #StPaul #Opioids

Huge thanks to everyone who joined our GotT team at the Kasota Ponds cleanup with SAPCC! 🌿 We picked up trash, learned about bugs & native plants, and showed what neighbor power looks like. 💪 Where should the next GotT be? #GetOutTheTrash #StPaul #KasotaPonds #Ward4

🌹 Endorsed by Twin Cities DSA! 🌹 From the streets during the uprising to fighting for tenant protections right here in our neighborhoods— Let’s organize, let’s win, and let’s take this all the way to City Hall. ✊ #Ward4 #StPaul #PeoplePowered #TwinCitiesDSA #HousingJustice

🏛️ St. Paul Civics 101: What’s a Ward? 🤔 Ever wonder why St. Paul is divided into wards? Let’s break it down! Follow along as I break down St. Paul’s civic structure and how we can make local government work for us! #Ward4 #StPaul #LocalGovernment #KnowYourCity #CommunityPower

🎉 Join Us for a Neighborhood Trash Pickup! 🗑️🚮 Join us on March 23rd for "Get out the Trash" to keep our streets and parks looking great. 📅 Date: Sunday, March 23rd 📍 Location: Turf Club ⏰ Time: 1pm #Ward4 #NeighborhoodCleanup #StPaul #CommunityCare #TrashPickup

Hi neighbor! 👋 3 years ago, the Snelling Ave CVS closed permanently. Its derelict presence has hindered our community's growth. This site deserves a new purpose as a mixed-use space, contributing to our neighborhood's development. #SnellingAve #Ward4 #StPaul #Community #MixedUse #Innovation

Hi Neighbor 👋 Let's talk #policy! I'm unveiling my 4-for-4 plan for #SaintPaul and #ward4 that focuses on #affordability, #safety, #innovation and a city #forallfamilies. Like what you see? Learn more and go 4-for-4 at coleforward4.org/vision

Renters deserve real protections—no matter how old the building. I’m defending Rent Stabilization because we can’t let developers lock in a two-tier system. Let’s keep housing affordable for everyone. #RentStabilization #SaintPaul #NoTwoTierSystem #Ward4 #ColeForWard4

One week ago, we kicked off this campaign with an incredible group of supporters! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who showed up, shared their energy, and made this event so special. This is just the beginning—let’s keep the momentum going! 💙 #ColeForWard4

It's a race! I'm so excited for this field of candidates and to make my case for a Safe, Affordable, Fair and Innovative Saint Paul! https://www.twincities.com/2025/03/04/st-paul-city-councils-ward-4-candidates-draws-cole-hanson-molly-coleman-cristen-incitti/?share=idn2iy4it4iwdmlnitaw

Meet Cole Hanson – a dad, a public health educator, and your neighbor. He’s running for Saint Paul City Council to build a better city for everyone. Let’s make it happen together! 🏘️🗳️ #ColeForWard4 #SaintPaulStrong