About Jacob
Jacob Bases is a service industry professional, artist, and veteran who is running for Mankato City Council Ward 3 to represent progressive, working-class values.
Born in Milwaukee and raised in New Ulm as the son of teachers and library staff, the values of work, education and community were guiding principles in his home.
In 2013 after his second deployment to Afghanistan as a U.S. Army Medic, Jacob bought his home in the Highland Hills neighborhood. Since then he has proudly resided in the Cedar Bluff Condo and participated in the condo’s board administration as a member, secretary, vice president, and is currently president. He has worked security, kitchen, bar and management roles across multiple locations in Mankato. As an active participant in the Mankato arts and social scene, Jacob has organized and conducted over 150 interviews during 4 years with his team of co-owners at what was Triple Falls Productions.
This proximity to the community is at the heart of what has motivated his run for Ward 3. Jacob is running because he is tired of the voices of the worker, tenant, student and unhoused going unheard. Human rights broadly guide his thinking along with the understanding that one city council member cannot alone enact change. Jacob promises to be a relentless advocate on the council as well as with city staff to highlight the progressive values reflected in our community.
Focusing on issues through the lens of workers, tenants and human rights.
Issues
Community Input and Transparency
Affordability and Tenants Rights
Reimagining Public Safety
Environmental Justice and Sustainability
Endorsements
“Asking for the public trust and approaching the work of city council is not something I take lightly. Throughout my time in Mankato I have seen the work Julia has done and the people she has touched. Her presence in this race has motivated me to consider how I too can be a better public servant. I am proud to work on her campaign, to run alongside her and enthusiastically endorse her positions and candidacy for Mayor of Mankato.”
-Jacob Bases
Run For Something
“Run for Something is committed to changing what leadership looks like in communities across the country, and Jacob Bases is at the forefront of that movement,” said Amanda Litman, Co-Founder and President of Run for Something. “This election is about bringing in a new class of leaders who are focused on delivering real results for their neighbors, which is why we’re proud to back Jacob Bases as they work to create lasting change for the community.”
MSU College Democrats
MSU College Democrats support Jacob Bases in his campaign for Mankato City Council. They recognize his commitment to progressive values and his dedication to creating positive change in the community.
Support and Recognition
Blue Earth County DFL Letter of Support
While my campaign is not associated with any political party I did respond to a Blue Earth County DFL candidate survey.
Later, we met to have a conversation about Mankato, their concerns, and their experience organizing here.
They were glad to see new, younger candidates stepping forward with progressive values and offered a letter of support with unanimous approval.
2026 Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate Distinction
The Gun Sense Candidate distinction is not an endorsement from Moms Demand Action or Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund. Instead, it is a signal to their supporters, volunteers and voters across the country that a candidate advocates for gun violence prevention and will govern with gun safety in mind.
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