"Nyob Zoo! Kuv yog State Senator Mim Muas. The census is very important to the preservation of our democracy. Population size is the sole factor for apportioning political representation at all levels of government. Population size also affects how federal funds, such as public house dollars, are allocated to the states. Make the time, pay attention to this opportunity and make sure you are counted."
- Minnesota State Senator Mee Moua

"¡Cuentas tú, contamos todos! As a recent immigrant to Minnesota, this is the first time I will be counted by the Census. The Complete Count Committee is crucial to ensure that every individual and family in our community is contacted, informed, and counted. This will ensure that Minnesotanos specifically and Minnesotans in general, receive a fair share of federal and state allocations. Together, let's make sure that every resident in our neighborhood is properly counted. ¡Juntos podemos! "
- Rosa Tock, Legislative Director, Chicano Latino Affairs Council

"The American Indian population is near the numbers when Europeans arrived here on Turtle Island over 500 years ago. Our numbers dwindled to a mere 250,000 by 1900, it is important that we be counted in 2010 to show that we are resilient and strong for our children."
- Kay Sha Bow Osay ( Walking Around) Anishinabe, Joseph B. Day

"We know that the face of rural Minnesota, especially, is changing. Every day this change presents both enormous opportunities and challenges for our communities. And if we don't account for every person through the Census, we will not be prepared to help our newest residents to be successful."
- Jim Hoolihan, Blandin Foundation, Grand Rapids

"An accurate census count is the fundamental building block of every community. Census data provides guidance for communities to determine the current and future needs of its citizens and is an integral tool for governments, businesses, schools, and many others. By utilizing the Local Update of Census Addresses (LUCA) program, the City of Moorhead is working towards a complete and accurate Census count."
- Mark Voxland, Mayor, Moorhead, Minnesota

"Policymakers and economists rely on data to drive their analysis and to shape their proposals. More complete and accurate data mean better analysis and policymaking, which outweigh the cost of collection. Minnesotans should take advantage of this important opportunity."  
- Arthur J. Rolnick, Director of Research, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

"The work of our Foundation [Southern Minnesota Initiative Fund] relies on identifying demographic trends in our region. Accurate and thorough data allows for better planning on our part for the investments we make in the economic and workforce arenas.  A detailed census for Southern Minnesota is vital to us and others who are engaged in addressing the needs and the opportunities for our region."
- Tim Penny, President and CEO, Southern Minnesota Initiative Fund