Scott Jensen: podcast appearances and interviews

Scott Jensen, born on November 19, 1954, is an American physician and a political figure who practices family medicine at his clinic in Watertown, Minnesota. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota. Jensen has been affiliated with the National Veteran Small Business Coalition and has been active in public service and politics within Minnesota. His political career includes serving in the Minnesota Senate from 2017 to 2021, representing a district in Carver County. During his time in the legislature, he was considered a moderate, although his views shifted to the right following his legislative service. Jensen was involved in local education governance as a member of the Waconia school board in the 1990s and 2000s. He was the Republican nominee for governor in 2022, running against incumbent Democrat Tim Walz. Jensen announced his candidacy in 2021, selecting Matt Birk as his running mate, and secured the Republican nomination in the primary election. His campaign focused on challenging the incumbent in the gubernatorial race, which concluded with their defeat in the general election. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Jensen became known for his criticisms of lockdown measures and his promotion of views opposing COVID-19 vaccinations. His career encompasses roles in healthcare, local governance, and state-level politics, with a focus on issues pertinent to Minnesota.