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Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) joins MS NOW's Lawrence O'Donnell to discuss the escalation in aggressive ICE tactics in Minnesota after Renee Good's fatal shooting.
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What are you hiding , Amy ?
Good backed up and then drove forward apparently hitting the ICE agent in front of her. If she survived the investigation would be whether her crime was felonious assault or attempted murder. Throw on a side investigation on whether her non-wife’s order to “drive, baby, drive” was also a crime.
Also, the investigations are by separate agencies. The vehicular assault doesn’t have any overlap with the forensic accountants coming in with their ballistic nylon tactical pocket protectors investigating multi-billion dollars of fraud.
the shooting is being investigated. as all police shootings are, you brainless harpie
“For goodness sake, stop focusing on this whole ‘fraud’ thing and ‘investigate’ something that’s clearly obvious on video!”
PMS NOW
When the elected criminals in MN are stealing millions of taxpayer funds, hell yes investigate, prosecute and incarcerate those bastards.
Good question.
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https://www.hiiraan.com/news4/2008/Feb/5931/senator_amy_klobuchar_hires_siad_ali_for_staff.aspx
Senator Amy Klobuchar Hires Siad Ali for Staff
For Immediate Release:
Friday, February 29, 2008
Minneapolis, MN – U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar is proud to announce that Siad Ali has joined her Minnesota staff as a constituent advocate focusing on immigration casework and community outreach.
Ali was most recently a career counselor at the Work Force Center in Owatonna and an adjunct faculty member with Riverland Community College in Owatonna. He also served on the Owatonna Human Rights Commission and the Owatonna Hospital Board of Trustees. Earlier, he was a Bilingual Educational Assistant for the Minneapolis Public Schools. . .
As one of his first official duties, Ali recently arranged a meeting between Senator Klobuchar and former Somali President Ali Mahdi Mohamed, along with leaders of Minnesota’s Somali community. Klobuchar thanked the community for their support and friendship. They discussed the current situation in Somalia and Klobuchar reaffirmed her commitment to work with her Senate colleagues to support a reconciliation process that will bring peace and stability to Somalia.
Ali has more than seven years of experience in the employment, education and diversity fields. He holds a bachelor’s degree in commerce and computers from Osmania University, Hyderabad, India; a master’s degree of commerce from Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, India; a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Pune, India; and a master’s degree in education from the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis.
Ali said he looks forward to meeting with community members throughout the state to discuss issues of concern, including educational opportunity, economic development, access to health care and achieving a balance between security and fairness in immigration.
We saw that bitch try to run over an officer.
Case closed.
As for as dem fraud…it seems unlimited.
That’s the problem, so much has been allowed now it’s one hell of a mess to clean up.
Almost enough to start a war as far as I am concerned.
Klobuchar, Smith Secure Funding for Project to Expand Access to Child Care in Greenbush
March 7, 2024
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN) announced that the House of Representatives passed legislation that included $1,000,000 in funding for a project to construct a child care center in Greenbush. This project, which Klobuchar and Smith worked to include, will help the non-profit Lil’ Chomper’s Childcare open and operate a rural child care program. The bill now goes to the Senate for final passage.
“For far too many parents, the struggle to find high-quality, affordable child care is a barrier to reentering the workforce. This project will address a key issue that impacts working families in Greenbush every day. With the federal funding I secured, the new child care center is one step closer to opening for service,” said Klobuchar.
“I’ve heard from Minnesotans across the state about the difficulties in accessing childcare, which is especially felt in Greater Minnesota, where the shortage of childcare has led to some people having to drive 50 miles to take their kids to childcare. This federal funding is changing that in Roseau County, where they’ll now be able to construct the county’s first and only childcare center,” said Smith. “Access to childcare is a critical part of supporting rural economies and working families. This project is a great example of how federal, state, and local governments can work together to address the needs of rural families.”
Klobuchar and Smith have been actively involved in securing this federal funding for projects benefiting communities across the state through a process called “Congressionally Directed Spending” (CDS). During the CDS process, Klobuchar and Smith have considered project proposals and advocated for funding in close coordination with leaders from across the state.
Sen. Klobuchar pushes legislation to address ‘child care deserts’
Sam Dunnum Mar 2, 2023 Updated Mar 2, 2023
WASHINGTON (WXOW) - Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar hopes her new legislation can pass Congress to address the ongoing child care crisis in the United States.
The ongoing shortage weighs on the minds of local communities. In February, Houston County in Minnesota held a town hall to come up with possible solutions to the issue.
Klobuchar aims to bring federal attention to that same crisis facing many American families.
The Child Care Workforce and Facilities Act seeks new, competitive grants from the Federal Government. These grants would focus on education, training, and retention of new employees.
News 19 spoke with Sen. Klobuchar on Thursday. She explained why parents need these grants to avoid ‘child care deserts’ in rural areas, where no affordable child care can be found. . .
Recent federal funding for child care includes $39 billion from the American Rescue Plan Act. However, that funding’s responsibility was to ensure financial survival for many industries during the pandemic. Klobuchar says new funds would push the American economy forward. . .
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. . .Cuban connections
Senator Amy Klobuchar is very involved with Cuba.
Re-opening embassy in Cuba
August 14 2015 Congressman Jim McGovern (MA-02) released the following statement after joining U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and other members of Congress for the official re-opening of the U.S. embassy in Havana, Cuba.
“Today I was proud to join Secretary Kerry for the re-opening of the U.S. Embassy here in Cuba. This marks the beginning of a new chapter in U.S.-Cuba relations that leaves the Cold War behind and embraces the power of diplomacy.
“As a witness to this historic step for our two nations, I urge my fellow members of Congress to put politics aside and seize this moment. We should lift the trade embargo with Cuba and build on the progress made here today.
“Normal relations provide us with greater prospects to engage directly with a diverse range of Cuban society. Together, we can create new opportunities for American businesses, increase travel and exchanges, and support efforts in Cuba to advance political and economic reforms and promote human rights.
“I want to thank President Obama and Secretary Kerry for their leadership to help make today possible.
“Today, the U.S. and Cuba are united in saying we are ready to create a better future for our countries and our people. Now is the time for Congress to lead.”
Congressman McGovern has been a leading champion in the push to normalize U.S.-Cuba relations. In December 2014, when President Obama first announced the new U.S.-Cuba policy, Congressman McGovern joined Secretary Kerry to welcome home Alan Gross, the American aid worker who was released from Cuba the same day.
Joining Congressman McGovern for the U.S. embassy opening in Cuba today were Senators Patrick Leahy (D-VT), Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), and Jeff Flake (R-AZ), and Representatives Barbara Lee (D-CA), Steve Cohen (D-TN), and Karen Bass (D-CA).[38]
Cuba visit
Second from left Claire McCaskill, Amy Klobuchar, Sarah Stephens, in Cuba
Warner address Cuban press conference, Klobuchar and McCaskill look on
Klobuchar, McCaskill, Warner at press conference
In mid February 2015, Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Claire McCaskill (D-Mo.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.), travelled to Cuba, for four days.[39]
They traveled with Sara Stephens of the Center for Democracy in the Americas.
Democratic senators visiting Havana called for a bipartisan effort in the US Congress to lift the decades-old embargo against communist Cuba. Related Stories.
The three senators spoke to reporters after talks on the island with Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez and Josefina Vidal, Cuba’s chief negotiator in talks with the US aimed at normalizing relations.
“I think there is clearly interest in Cuba in lifting the embargo,” said Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar, the lead sponsor of legislation introduced this month to end the 1962 sanctions. “The issue will be in the US.”
“One of the reasons we came on this trip was that we could go back and tell our colleagues what we’ve seen: That there are more and more people engaged in private sector business, that there is an entrepreneurial spirit here,” she said.
“The people want to see better relations with the US.”[40]
Cuban Embassy soiree
It was remarkable how many non-Cubans knew the Cuban national anthem well enough to sing along July 2015 as the flag was raised over the newly re-established embassy on 16th Street NW. Then they joined in the delirious shouts of “Viva Cuba!”
“It’s an amazing moment,” said Phyllis Bennis, a fellow with the progressive think-tank, Institute for Policy Studies. “In the decades-long effort to normalise relations with Cuba, to stop the US attacks and hostility toward Cuba, we have not had so many victories. Suddenly we have a victory. The flag going up - that’s huge.”
“Hemingway would be proud,” said Scott Gilbert, an attorney who represented jailed American contractor Alan Gross, by way of compliment to the bartenders mixing the concoctions in a room named after the famed American ex-pat writer. “There’s a feeling today of joy, but also of disbelief,” Gilbert said. “So many people here thought this would never happen.”
Guests included Sens. Jeff Flake (R-Ariz.), Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.), and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.); Reps. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Karen Bass (D-Calif.), Barbara Lee (D-Calif.), Jose Serrano (D-NY), Raul Grijalva (D-Ariz.); plus administration types including deputy national security adviser Ben Rhodes. NBC anchor Andrea Mitchell slipped through the phalanx of protesters, camera crews, and folks celebrating just outside the gates.
“I’m excited,” said Danny Glover, who in addition to his “Lethal Weapon” roles has been part of numerous cultural delegations to Cuba. “This is the beginning of another narrative….What’s happened in the last 54 years is an insult to our intelligence as human beings and [American] citizens.”[41]
Cuba forum
On Monday, February 23rd, 2015, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar hosted the Modernizing U.S.-Cuba Relations Summit. This forum will highlight the historic opportunity for our country to modernize our relationship with Cuba. The event will be free and open to the public. Klobuchar was joined by keynote speaker Michael Scuse, the USDA Undersecretary for Farms and Foreign Agriculture Services. There was also be a panel discussion with voices representing Minnesota’s agriculture, business, and Latino communities. Senator Klobuchar has “been a strong proponent of normalizing ties with Cuba and increasing travel and commerce that could create new economic opportunities for American farmers and businesses while improving the quality of life for Cubans”.[42]
Panelists included:
Dave Frederickson, Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Devry Boughner Vorwerk, Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Cargill and Chair, U.S. Agriculture Coalition for Cuba
Ralph Kaehler, Minnesota farmer and participant in Cuba trade missions
Rodolfo Gutierrez, Executive Director, Hispanic Advocacy and Community Empowerment through Research
Regina McGoff, Executive Director, Center for Global Education, Augsburg College
Jason Adkins, Executive Director, Minnesota Catholic Conference[43]
“Freedom to Export to Cuba Act”
March 27, 2015 Senator Klobuchar, introduced the “Freedom to Export to Cuba Act of 2015.” If passed, it would repeal or amend the long-entrenched laws that have restricted trade between the two nations during the Castro regime’s repressive rule. The bill’s introduction follows President Obama’s historic use of executive power in December to re-establish diplomatic relations and ease travel restrictions.[44]
Freedom to Travel to Cuba Act of 2015
S 299, the Freedom to Travel to Cuba Act of 2015, principal sponsors are Sens. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., and Patrick Leahy, D-Vt.[45]
By May 20, it had accumulated 33 co-sponsors, including 26 Democrats - Sheldon Whitehouse, Tom Udall, Dick Durbin, Thomas Carper, Amy Klobuchar, Barbara Boxer, Jack Reed, Debbie Stabenow, Jeff Merkley, Chris Murphy, Benjamin Cardin, Chris Coons, Dianne Feinstein, Jeanne Shaheen, Sherrod Brown, Mazie Hirono, Brian Schatz, Tammy Baldwin, Ed Markey, Heidi Heitkamp, Jon Tester, Claire McCaskill, Ron Wyden, Tim Kaine, Al Franken, Elizabeth Warren, Michael Bennet, Martin Heinrich . [46]
2016 Cuba visit
Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and 16 other House Democrats will join President Barack Obama on his historic trip to Cuba March 20-22.
Obama will be the first president to visit Cuba in 88 years, and the trip is a symbolic next chapter in his attempts to normalize relations with the country.
The House members will attend along with several senators who previously announced they will make the trip.
The House delegation includes Reps. Karen Bass, Cheri Bustos, Sam Farr, Rosa DeLauro, Barbara Lee, Charles Rangel, Kathy Castor, David Cicilline, Steve Cohen, Jan Schakowsky, Peter Welch, Alan Lowenthal, Jim McGovern and Lucille Roybal-Allard. House Democratic Caucus Chairman Xavier Becerra of California will also travel to Cuba along with Eliot Engel, the top Democrat on the Foreign Affairs Committee.
Democratic Sens. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota, Dick Durbin of Illinois, Heidi Heitkamp of North Dakota, Patrick Leahy of Vermont, and Tom Udall of New Mexico are slated to join the trip. Sen. Jeff Flake (R-Ariz.), who has been a leading advocate for normalizing relations with Cuba, will also attend. Additional House Republicans may also join.
Pelosi previously led the first official House delegation trip to the country after Obama announced the change in U.S. policy toward Cuba in 2014.[47]
Muslim Left connections
Amy Klobuchar is very well connected to Islamic leftist organizations.
The “Jihad” Caucus
In May 2015, a group of 14 U.S. senators, led by Illinois Senator Dick Durbin and Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar, wrote a letter to President Obama urging him to allow 65,000 Syrians into the United States as refugees. This would require a dramatic expansion of the refugee program, and virtually guarantee that a sizable number of ISIS fighters would slip in among them. Frank Gaffney’s Center for Security Policy called these Senators the “Jihad Caucus” because practically speaking, Jihad is what this request will bring.
The 14 senators demanding this massive influx of Syrians were: Dick Durbin, Amy Klobuchar, Al Franken, Patrick Leahy, Dianne Feinstein, Patty Murray, Robert Menendez, Sheldon Whitehouse, Jeanne Shaheen, Chris Coons, Tim Kaine, Ed Markey, Sherrod Brown, and Mazie Hirono.
These same 14 had sent another letter in April Demanding action on the Syrians.[48]
CAIR banquet speaker
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Some 400 people turned out for the April 2013, 6th Annual Banquet of the Minnesota chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-MN).
The event, themed “Upholding the Constitution, Defending Civil Liberties,” included a silent auction, a networking social, an awards ceremony, and an opportunity to learn about CAIR-MN’s accomplishments in defense of civil rights over the past year.
In her welcome remarks, CAIR-MN Chair Ramla Bile spoke of CAIR-MN’s vision in creating a society in which all Americans are treated with respect and dignity. Senator Amy Klobuchar D-MN) and Congressman Keith Ellison (D-MN) were special guest speakers. Iowa state Representative Ako Abdul Samad was the keynote speaker for the event.
The Master of Ceremonies was Phil Duran, incoming President of the Minnesota State Bar Association. The Courage Award was presented to community activist Dr. Richard Johnson and the Justice Works award was presented to attorney Jordan Kushner.
Banquet attendees included community members, leaders of mosques and Muslim organizations, business executives, and interfaith partners. This year’s banquet included 12 sponsors and over 20 table sponsors from local corporations, small businesses, law schools, and nonprofit organizations.[49]
CAIR
“I firmly believe that every person - regardless of race, gender, or financial status - is entitled to civil rights. I applaud CAIR for empowering American Muslims to participate locally and nationally in social and political activism. Your advocacy for justice, freedom of religion, freedom of expression, and continual promotion of civil rights is crucial.” - Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) (September 2014).[50]
“I am proud to serve you in the United States Senate and look forward to continuing our work together in the future”. (October 2017.[51]
MAS 2008 convention
Senator Amy Klobuchar’s delivered a Video Message to MAS MN Convention 2008.[52]
Muslim American Society of Minnesota
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In 2017 Senator Klobuchar delivered remarks to the Muslim American Society of Minnesota Convention (Hennepin County).[53]
Islamic Center of Minnesota
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On Saturday, July 28 2012, Senator Klobuchar delivered remarks at the Islamic Center of Minnesota’s Annual Ramadan Dinner in Fridley (Anoka County).[54]
She spoke to an enthusiastic and welcoming audience of over 300 people. The event also featured Haroon Moghal as an invited speaker.[55]
Abubakar Islamic Convention
Circa 2016 Senator Klobuchar delivered remarks at the 12th Annual Abubakar Islamic Convention in Minneapolis (Hennepin County).[56]
Abubakar As-Sadique Islamic Center
Circa 2016 Senator Klobuchar convened a meeting with leaders of the Twin Cities’ Muslim community at Abubakar As-Sadique Islamic Center (Hennepin County).[57]
MSA staffer
In 2017 , Ibad Jafri a former Muslim Student Association activist, was seving as a Constituent Advocate for Senator Klobuchar.
MAS meeting
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Muslim American Association Minnesota;
Meeting with Senator Amy Klobuchar. #MuslimHillDay, 2 May 2017. . .
The woman already has a job and no need to "reenter the workforce". Being a mother is a vocation.
Prairie mothers didn't need to "reenter the workforce". Taking care of her kids is her job.
I have this advice: “Lady, get your biscuits in the oven and your buns into bed.”
What’s to investigate? Is there some kind of conspiracy over an officer using his service weapon to defend his own life?
How utterly absurd.
Klobuchar Statement on Extension and Re-Designation of Somalia for Temporary Protected Status
July 19, 2021
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) issued the statement below on the extension and re-designation of Somalia for Temporary Protected Status (TPS):
“Minnesota is home to the largest Somali community in the country and has a tradition of opening its doors to immigrants from all over the world. I welcome this re-designation of Somalia for TPS, which will allow Somali people in Minnesota and across the United States to continue living, working, and succeeding in our country. As an early supporter of the legislation to provide these immigrants with a pathway to citizenship, I will continue to fight for reform to our immigration system.”
Somalis have had protected status in the United States since President George H.W. Bush first approved TPS for Somalia in response to its civil war in 1991. That status has been extended more than 20 times under presidents from both parties. Conditions in Somalia remain dire, and armed conflict continues to be a threat to the Somali people. In addition to these security risks, natural disasters and disease outbreaks have compromised millions of Somalis’ access to food, and poverty and famine remain widespread.
Klobuchar cosponsors of the Safe Environment from Countries Under Repression and in Emergency (SECURE) Act which would allow qualified TPS and Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) recipients to apply for legal permanent residency.
Klobuchar is one of the 5 dumbest people in the senate and that’s saying something. I recall when this airhead announced her run for the Presidency and was outside at a podium while snow was falling and she was talking about global warming.
Even Kamala isn’t this stupid.
She didn’t just try to hit him, she HIT him. Why is the media avoiding this FACT????
CWII is already happening but we’re just reluctant to fight back
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