Growe was a former teacher, state Representative (HD 40A, 1973-1975), and sitting Secretary of State (1975-1999) from Minnetonka.
Mattson was a resident of St. Paul, DFL candidate for Secretary of State in 1970, former Auditor (1975-1979), candidate for the 4th CD in 1976, and sitting Treasurer (1983-1987).
Herschbach was a truck driver from Mendota Heights, DFL candidate for the 4th CD in 1986, candidate for U.S. Senate in 1988, candidate for Governor in 1990, candidate for the 3rd CD in 1992, and candidate for Attorney General in 1994. Herschbach was endorsed by Lyndon LaRouche's National Democratic Policy Committee.
Black was a retired resident of Lutsen and candidate for Cook County Sheriff in 1982.
Lagermeier was a retired senior travelling agent for Western Railroad Association (1935-1980) from Richfield.
Carlone was a general contractor and farmer from Stacy and American Party nominee for U.S. Senate in 1978.
Herman was an insurance agent from Minneapolis, candidate for HD 36 in 1970, DFL candidate for HD 58B in 1974, DFL candidate for the 3rd CD in 1980, and Independent-Republican candidate for SD 58 in 1986.
Savior was an artist from Minneapolis and perennial candidate.