Lee stood out to nurses because of his commitment to co-governance, stating that his door will always be open to MNA and that he believes legislation is strongest when informed by those with frontline expertise. He shared personal experiences with the healthcare system and spoke with gratitude about the role nurses played in supporting his family, underscoring his support for safe staffing and his determination to push back against the corporatization of healthcare. Lee further committed to partnering with MNA to advance single-payer healthcare in Minnesota, ensuring that no one is denied care due to inability to pay, and he pledged to oppose the nurse licensure compact to prioritize hiring and retaining nurses within Minnesota communities.