2026 Lincoln Reagan Dinner

Mike Lindell

Mike Lindell’s story begins in Minnesota. Born in Mankato and raised in Chaska and Carver, Mike did not grow up with a silver spoon in his mouth. He was raised in a trailer park, where he learned early on that nothing in life is given, it must be earned. Mike is the definition of a blue-collar worker. Before he was a CEO, he was a carpet cleaner, a lunch wagon driver, and a bartender. He knows the struggle of living paycheck to paycheck. He understands the anxiety of wondering if you can afford gas to get to work. His roots are deep in Minnesota soil, and his values, hard work, faith, and family—were forged in local communities.Mike’s journey has not been a straight line to success. For decades, he battled a crippling addiction that cost him his marriage, his home, and nearly his life. He knows what it feels like to be lost, broken, and without hope.But on January 16, 2009, Mike found the strength to turn his life around. Through the grace of God and an unwavering desire to be better, he achieved sobriety and has never looked back. This victory over personal demons gave Mike a new purpose: to help others find their way out of the darkness.He founded the Lindell Recovery Network, a platform dedicated to connecting those struggling with addiction to faith-based recovery organizations. Mike believes in second chances because he is living proof of one. He carries this compassion with him every day, fighting for the forgotten men and women of our society.In 2004, Mike had a literal dream about a pillow that would hold its shape. Everyone told him it was impossible. Investors laughed. Retailers shut the door in his face. But Mike possessed the grit of a true entrepreneur. He taught himself how to sew, how to manufacture, and eventually, how to market his invention to the world. But the most important part of this success story is where it happened. While other CEOs shipped jobs to China and Mexico to save a few pennies, Mike kept his manufacturing right here in Minnesota. He created thousands of local jobs, revitalizing our communities and proving that American manufacturing is still the best in the world. He didn’t just build a company; he built a livelihood for thousands of families.Mike Lindell has never been one to stay comfortable when he sees injustice. In recent years, Mike stepped into the national arena to advocate for election integrity and transparency.The consequences were severe. Big box retailers stripped his products from their shelves. Banks canceled his accounts. The media launched a relentless campaign to destroy his reputation. Yet, Mike did not waver. He sacrificed millions of dollars in personal wealth and business revenue to stand up for what he believes is right. This fearlessness is exactly what Minnesota and the country needs. Mike has proven that he cannot be bought, bullied, or silenced. He values truth over profit and the Constitution over convenience.Now, Mike Lindell is answering a new call to service. He is running for Governor of Minnesota to bring common sense back to their state capital. Running to restore safety, rebuild Minnesota’s economy, and protect the vulnerable.

Mike Lindell

Dr. Bobby Eberle

Currently hosts the 13-Minute News Hour. As a recognized leader in conservative politics, he has been profiled in both USA Today and Insight Magazine. His opinion pieces have been featured in numerous publications including the Washington Times, Human Events, FoxNews.com, and the Houston Chronicle.In 2022, Dr. Eberle was elected as the Chairman of the Fort Bend County Republican Party. Through his organizational and leadership skills, Fort Bend County Republicans scored their first countywide election victories since 2016. Fort Bend County is ranked as the most diverse county in the state of Texas, and in the top 3 in the nation. The efforts at turning Fort Bend County have earned Eberle respect and recognition from around the state of Texas.

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