2020 Presidential Campaign Blog

Amy Klobuchar To Return to South Carolina on Saturday, October 26, 2019

Senator Klobuchar To Return To South Carolina For 2019 Second Step Presidential Justice Forum

COLUMBIA, SC — Senator Amy Klobuchar will return to South Carolina on Saturday, October 26 to speak at the 2019 Second Step Presidential Justice Forum hosted by Benedict College and 20/20 Bipartisan Justice Center.

WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Klobuchar to speak at 2019 Second Step Presidential Justice Forum
WHEN: Saturday, October 26 at 4:00 p.m. ET
WHERE: Benedict College, Fine Arts & Humanities Center, 1600 Harden Street, Columbia, South Carolina

Amy Klobuchar Returns to New Hampshire on Friday, October 25, 2019

Senator Amy Klobuchar Returns to New Hampshire for Nashua Town Hall, Manchester Countdown to Victory Dinner

MANCHESTER, NH — Following a whirlwind 10-county ‘For All of America’ tour and a second TV ad buy in New Hampshire, Senator Amy Klobuchar will return to the Granite State this Friday, October 25th. Her trip will kick-off with a town hall in Nashua. Klobuchar will then speak at the Manchester City Democrats’ Countdown to Victory Dinner, with her remarks scheduled for 7:15 PM. This trip will mark her 16th visit to New Hampshire.

Friday, October 25th:

WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Nashua Town Hall
WHEN: Friday, October 25th, 2019 5:00 PM
WHERE: Nashua Community College, 505 Amherst St, Nashua, NH 03063

WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Manchester City Democrats’ Countdown to Victory Dinner
WHEN: Friday, October 25th, 2019 7:15 PM
WHERE: Puritan Backroom, 245 Hooksett Rd, Manchester, NH 03104

Amy Klobuchar TV Ad ‘Whiner in the White House’

Amy Klobuchar Campaign Launches New Iowa And New Hampshire TV Ad
After ‘For All of America’ Tour, ‘Whiner in the White House’ Will Begin This Week

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Today, the Amy for America campaign announced a new TV ad in Iowa and New Hampshire. ‘Whiner in the White House’, which begins airing on broadcast and cable this week, highlights Senator Klobuchar’s optimistic economic agenda, legislative achievements, and ability to unite Americans who are tired of the “whiner in the White House.”

“As President, I won’t govern by tweet,” Senator Klobuchar says in the ad. “I’ll lead with an optimistic economic agenda for all Americans. Rebuilding our infrastructure, lowering the cost of prescription drugs, investing in rural America. I have a proven record of getting things done. Together we can move forward, because what unites us is so much stronger than what divides us.”

Last week, Klobuchar travelled across all of New Hampshire’s 10 counties in 30 hours. The trip marked her 15th visit to the Granite State during her presidential campaign. Klobuchar then embarked on a bus tour across Iowa where she took her message to caucus-goers in a dozen Iowa counties, including many that Donald Trump won in 2016, like Washington, Keokuk, Louisa, and Dubuque Counties. During the tour, Klobuchar announced the endorsements of two Iowa legislators, State Senator Liz Mathis and State Representative Andy McKean, and she has earned the “support of more current and former legislators from Iowa than any other presidential candidate.” The tour marked Klobuchar’s 21st trip to Iowa since announcing her candidacy.

‘Whiner in the White House’ can be viewed here:

‘Whiner in the White House’ Transcript:

KLOBUCHAR: Americans are tired of having a whiner in the White House.

I’m Amy Klobuchar. As President, I won’t govern by tweet. I’ll lead with an optimistic economic agenda for all Americans.

Rebuilding our infrastructure, lowering the cost of prescription drugs, investing in rural America. I have a proven record of getting things done.

Together we can move forward, because what unites us is so much stronger than what divides us. That’s why I approve this message.

Iowa State Senator Liz Mathis, State Representative Andy McKean Endorse Amy Klobuchar for President

Iowa State Senator Liz Mathis, State Representative Andy McKean Endorse Amy Klobuchar for President

New pair of legislative endorsements come after Klobuchar’s strong debate performance

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA — Iowa State Senator Liz Mathis and State Representative Andy McKean today endorsed U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar for President. Mathis has represented Senate District 34 since 2011 and becomes Klobuchar’s first endorsement from a sitting member of the Iowa Senate. 

McKean, who switched from the Republican to Democratic Party in April over objections to Donald Trump’s conduct, cited Klobuchar’s vision, experience and desire to unite the country in announcing his support. 

“Having the support of Sen. Liz Mathis and Rep. Andy McKean is a testament to the growing enthusiasm we see across Iowa for Amy Klobuchar’s candidacy,” said Lauren Dillon, Iowa State Director. “With the addition of these two renowned lawmakers, Sen. Klobuchar now has the support of 13 current and former members of the Iowa Legislature - more than any other Democratic candidate for president. We’re thrilled to have their support as we kick off our ‘For All of America’ bus tour to take this campaign’s message across the Hawkeye State.” 

During her time in the Senate, Mathis has been a leader in efforts to protect collective bargaining rights, expand access to affordable health care and invest in mental health services, particularly for children.

“Throughout her career, Amy has worked tirelessly to address the needs of working families, including affordable healthcare and mental health services,” said Senator Liz Mathis. “Our country needs a leader with Amy’s priorities in the White House, and that’s why I am thrilled to endorse her for the Democratic nomination for president.” 

McKean made national headlines in April when he publicly announced he was leaving the Republican Party to become a Democrat. At the time, he was the longest-serving Republican in the history of the State Legislature. 

“Amy Klobuchar has a proven record of leadership, and I am proud to support her campaign for president,” said Representative Andy McKean. “Since her election in 2006, Amy has been one of the most effective members of the U.S. Senate, leading more than 100 bills and amendments that have become law. She has the smarts, vision, and grit we need to defeat Donald Trump and reunite the country.” 

McKean is the second Iowa legislator who left the Republican Party while in office, citing Donald Trump and the actions of the current Republican Party in their decision to switch parties. The other, former State Senator David Johnson, has also endorsed Klobuchar.

The endorsements come as Klobuchar prepares to kick off her 3-day “For All of America” bus tour across Eastern and Central Iowa, which will take her to a number of Obama-Trump pivot counties. Both McKean and Mathis will appear with Klobuchar at her kickoff event in Cedar Rapids this morning.

Amy Klobuchar Campaign Raises $1.1 Million In 24hrs After Ohio Debate

Amy Klobuchar Campaign Raises $1.1 Million In 24hrs After Ohio Debate
Online Donations Surge Following Commanding Debate Performance

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Following “her strongest performance yet” at the Democratic presidential debate in Ohio, the Amy for America campaign has surged in grassroots fundraising and online support. Today was the campaign’s best day of online fundraising, surpassing even the announcement in February, and tonight the campaign reached $1.1 million in contributions in 24 hours since the debate. The campaign also collected more supporter signups today than on any other day during the campaign.

“In last night’s debate, Amy Klobuchar took the fight to Donald Trump and outlined a clear optimistic agenda,” said Amy For America Campaign Manager Justin Buoen. “Clearly her message is resonating with Americans who are fed up with the noise and nonsense coming out of Washington. In the 24 hours following the debate, the campaign raised $1.1 million and saw a massive spike in organic signups to join our team heading into a critical stretch of this primary. We look forward to building on this momentum as we continue to make investments in our early state infrastructure and work to build a grassroots operation that can win big in 2020.”

2019 Liberty & Justice Celebration Pre-Event Festivities with Amy Klobuchar on Friday, November 1, 2019 in Des Moines, Iowa

2019 Liberty & Justice Celebration Pre-Event Festivities with Amy Klobuchar on Friday, November 1, 2019 in Des Moines, Iowa

Forte
615 3rd St
Des Moines, IA 50309

U.S. Senator and presidential hopeful Amy Klobuchar is back in Iowa for the Iowa Democratic Party's biggest event of the year - the Liberty & Justice Celebration! Come join Amy for some festivities before the dinner and don't forget to sign up for your free ticket to join our team!

4:30PM - Ticket pickup and pre-LJ rally at Forte

6:30PM - Event begins

We'll have more details for you soon, so make sure to sign up for your ticket so we can stay in touch!

https://www.mobilize.us/amyklobuchar/event/138728/

Amy Klobuchar to Launch ‘For All of America’ Tour Across All of New Hampshire’s 10 Counties *Updated

Senator Amy Klobuchar to Launch ‘For All of America’ Tour Across All of New Hampshire’s 10 Counties *Updated
Tour Will Include Londonderry Town Hall on October 16th

MANCHESTER, NH — Following the fourth Democratic debate in Ohio, Senator Amy Klobuchar will lead a two-day swing across New Hampshire’s 10 counties to share her optimistic, unifying agenda -- one for All of America. This visit, which will take place on October 16th and 17th, will mark her 15th trip to the Granite State. During the tour, she will hold a town hall in Londonderry on October 16th at 6:30pm.

Wednesday, October 16:

CHESHIRE COUNTY
WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Visit with Keene State College Students, drop by U.S. politics class
WHEN: Wednesday, October 16th, 2019 2:00 PM
WHERE: Keene State College, Rhodes Hall room N212, Keene, NH 03431

SULLIVAN COUNTY
WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Tour of Claremont Center for Recovery Resources
WHEN: Wednesday, October 16th, 2019 4:00 PM
WHERE: Claremont Center for Recovery Resources, 109 Pleasant St, Claremont, NH 03743

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY
WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Town Hall with local residents in Londonderry
WHEN: Wednesday, October 16th, 2019 6:30 PM
WHERE: Londonderry Senior Center, 535 Mammoth Rd, Londonderry, NH 03053

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY
WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Red Arrow Diner drop-in
WHEN: Wednesday, October 16th, 2019 8:15 PM
WHERE: Red Arrow Diner, 61 Lowell St, Manchester, NH 03101

Thursday, October 17:

STRAFFORD COUNTY
WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar and Bill Shaheen
WHAT: Meet with local residents at Harvey’s Bakery with Bill Shaheen
WHEN: Thursday, October 17th, 2019 8:00 AM
WHERE: Harvey’s Bakery, 376 Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820

MERRIMACK COUNTY
WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Meet with Concord residents at Revelstoke Coffee
WHEN: Thursday, October 17th, 2019 10:00 AM
WHERE: Revelstoke Coffee Shop, 100 N Main St, Concord, NH 03301

BELKNAP COUNTY
WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Tour of Navigating Recovery
WHEN: Thursday, October 17th, 2019 12:00 PM
WHERE: Navigating Recovery, 102 Court St, Laconia, NH 03246

CARROLL COUNTY
WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Meet with local residents and business owners in Conway at The Met and Veno’s Marketplace
WHEN: Thursday, October 17th, 2019 2:00 PM
WHERE: The Met, 2680 White Mountain Hwy, North Conway, NH 03860 and Veno’s Marketplace, 715 White Mountain Hwy, Conway, NH 03818

COOS COUNTY
WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Meet with local residents and voters at Northland Dairy Bar
WHEN: Thursday, October 17th, 2019 4:00 PM
WHERE: Northland Dairy Bar, 1826 Riverside Dr, Berlin, NH 03570

GRAFTON COUNTY
WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Meet with local residents and voters at Lucky Dog Tavern
WHEN: Thursday, October 17th, 2019 6:30 PM
WHERE: Lucky Dog Tavern, 53 S Main St, Plymouth, NH 03264

Amy Klobuchar for America to Host 14 Debate Watch Parties Across Iowa on Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Amy Klobuchar for America to Host 14 Debate Watch Parties Across Iowa on Tuesday, October 15, 2019

DES MOINES, IA — Amy for America will host 14 debate watch parties across Iowa on Tuesday as Senator Amy Klobuchar takes the debate stage in Westerville, Ohio. Caucus-goers will have the chance to hear Klobuchar discuss her plan to beat Donald Trump and lift up all Americans with her bold economic agenda.
Earlier this month, Klobuchar made her 20th visit to Iowa since announcing her candidacy for president and visited her 50th county of the state’s 99.

Tuesday, October 15
WHO: Amy for America Iowa Supporters
WHAT: October Debate Watch Parties
WHEN: Tuesday, October 15 at 6:30PM
WHERE: Supporters' homes and local businesses across Iowa

• Ames
• Burlington
• Council Bluffs
• Davenport
• Decorah
• Delhi
• Des Moines
• Forest City
• Iowa City
• Lamoni
• Maquoketa
• Newton
• Waterloo
• Webster City

https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforamy/

Amy Klobuchar’s ‘For All of America’ Bus Tour to Travel to Swing Counties in Iowa on October 18-20, 2019 ***Updated

Amy Klobuchar’s ‘For All of America’ Bus Tour to Travel to Swing Counties in Iowa on October 18-20, 2019 ***Updated

DES MOINES, IA — U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar returns to Iowa next Friday through Sunday, October 18 - 20, for a bus tour across the state. Klobuchar will take her optimistic, unifying agenda -- one for All of America -- to caucus-goers in a dozen Iowa counties, including many that Donald Trump won in 2016, like Washington, Keokuk, Louisa, and Dubuque Counties.

This will be Klobuchar’s 21st trip to Iowa since announcing her candidacy, and she will have visited more than 50 of the state’s 99 counties. Klobuchar has earned the “support of more current and former legislators from Iowa than any other presidential candidate.”

Additional details will be announced in the coming days.

Friday, October 18

WHAT: ‘For All of America’ Bus Tour Kickoff
WHEN: Friday, October 18 at 8:45 AM
WHERE: NewBo City Market, 1100 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA https://www.mobilize.us/amyklobuchar/event/139289/

WHAT: Keokuk County Meet & Greet
WHEN: Friday, October 18 at 11:30 AM
WHERE: Barn Wired, 119 E Marion St, Sigourney, IA https://www.mobilize.us/amyklobuchar/event/139182/

WHAT: Closed Biodiesel Plant Visit
WHEN: Friday, October 18 at 2:00 PM
WHERE: W2 Fuel, LLC, 3187 320th St, Crawfordsville, IA

WHAT: Louisa County Stop
WHEN: Friday, October 18 at 3:30 PM
WHERE: 324 Van Buren St in Wapello, IA https://www.mobilize.us/amyklobuchar/event/139213/

WHAT: Town Hall with State Representative Cindy Winckler
WHEN: Friday, October 18 at 5:30 PM
WHERE: German-American Heritage Center and Museum, 712 W 2nd Street, Davenport, IA

Saturday, October 19

WHAT: Roundtable with Veterans
WHEN: Saturday, October 19 at 9:00 AM
WHERE: Carnegie-Stout Public Library, 360 W 11th Street, Dubuque, IA https://www.mobilize.us/amyklobuchar/event/140735/

WHAT: Black Hawk County Meet & Greet
WHEN: Saturday, October 19 at 11:30 AM
WHERE: Single Speed Brewing, 325 Commercial St, Waterloo, IA https://www.mobilize.us/amyklobuchar/event/139228/

WHAT: Town Hall with State Senator Amanda Ragan and Rep. Sharon Steckman
WHEN: Saturday, October 19 at 2:15 PM
WHERE: Historic Park Inn, 7 W State St, Mason City, IA https://www.mobilize.us/amyklobuchar/event/139911/

WHAT: Guthrie County Democrats’ Dinner
WHEN: Saturday, October 19 at 6:00 PM
WHERE: Panora Community Center, 115 W Main St, Panora, IA https://www.mobilize.us/amyklobuchar/event/139231/

Sunday, October 20

WHAT: Jasper County Meet & Greet
WHEN: Sunday, October 20 at 2:30 PM
WHERE: Lemon Tree Tea House and Restaurant, 309 1st Ave W, Newton, IA https://www.mobilize.us/amyklobuchar/event/139210/

WHAT: Linn County Democratic Party Hall of Fame Dinner
WHEN: Sunday, October 20 at 6:00 PM
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex, 350 1st Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, IA https://www.mobilize.us/amyklobuchar/event/139235/

More Than 70 Federal, State and Local Elected Officials from Minnesota Endorse U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar for President

More Than 70 Federal, State and Local Elected Officials Endorse U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar for President
Endorsements Announced Ahead of Trump’s Visit To Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Today, Amy for America announced that more than 70 state and local officials from every corner of Minnesota have endorsed U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar for President, citing her work and effectiveness in representing millions of Minnesotans in the U.S. Senate.

Leaders from Minnesota know Klobuchar’s record of fighting for Minnesotans and her ability to get things done make her the right candidate to beat Donald Trump and move our country forward.

Tim Walz — Governor of Minnesota

“I endorsed Amy Klobuchar for President because we need to put a leader in the White House who can get things done. As President Trump continues to sow discord across the country, we must remember that Amy Klobuchar is a proven leader who has fought for Minnesotans from every corner of the state, and as President, she’ll fight for Americans across the country. We all know that we need to win the election in 2020 with a bold, positive vision.”

Peggy Flanagan — Lieutenant Governor of Minnesota

“I support Senator Amy Klobuchar for President because Amy knows how to bring people together and get things done. Amy has been a role model in our state for finding common ground so that we can rise up and find a higher purpose in our politics. In a time of great division in our country, Amy brings civility, decency, and honesty to the work.”

Jacob Frey — Mayor, Minneapolis

“Amy Klobuchar’s message of unity and efficacy are exactly what we need to defeat Donald Trump in 2020. In a time of so much division and hateful rhetoric, Minnesotans can always count on Amy to bring people together."

Tom Bakk — Minnesota Senate Minority Leader

“As a retired union Carpenter I am endorsing Amy because she has fought for working women and men who carry a lunch bucket to work every day, and as the DFL Leader in the State Senate, Amy’s top of the ticket vote getting ability has helped us keep and pick up a majority when she’s led the top of the ticket.”

Melissa Hortman - Speaker of the Minnesota House of Representatives

“The people of this country deserve the kind of leadership we’ve seen from Senator Amy Klobuchar in Minnesota. Everyone who knows Amy knows she is a hard worker and has proven herself to be an incredibly effective legislator. I know she will continue working tirelessly for the people across the country as she has done for the people of our state.”

Melisa Franzen — Minnesota State Senator

“When tough issues come up, whether it is immigration or something impacting my district, I haven’t had to reach out to Amy, she’s called me first to see how she can help. It’s that kind of hard-working, compassionate, effective approach our nation desperately needs. When elected, Amy will be someone focused on the job and on us, not on distractions.”

Klobuchar has earned the endorsements of:

Walter Mondale — Former Vice President
Tim Walz — Governor
Tina Smith — U.S. Senator
Peggy Flanagan — Lieutenant Governor
Julie Blaha — State Auditor
Melanie Benjamin — Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Chief Executive
Charlie Vig -- Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Chairman
Angie Craig — U.S. Representative, 2nd District
Dean Phillips — U.S. Representative, 3rd District
Betty McCollum — U.S. Representative, 4th District
Collin Peterson — U.S. Representative, 7th District
Jacob Frey — Mayor, Minneapolis
Emily Larson — Mayor, Duluth
Jonathan Judd — Mayor, Moorhead
Najwa Massad — Mayor, Mankato
Siad Ali — Minneapolis School Board
Noah Hobbs — Duluth City Council
Zack Filipovich — Duluth City Council
Arik Forsman — Duluth City Council

Minnesota State Senators
• Tom Bakk — Senate Minority Leader
• Karla Bigham
• Greg Clausen
• Dick Cohen
• Steve Cwodzinski
• Kari Dziedzic
• Chris Eaton
• Kent Eken
• Melisa Franzen
• Nick Frentz
• Melissa Halvorson Wiklund
• Foung Hawj
• John Hoffman
• Jason Isaacson
• Susan Kent
• Matt Klein
• Ron Latz
• Matt Little
• Jerry Newton
• Sandy Pappas
• Ann Rest
• Dan Sparks
• Patricia Torres Ray
• Chuck Wiger

Minnesota State Representatives
• Melissa Hortman — Speaker of the House
• Ryan Winkler — House Majority Leader
• Patty Acomb
• Kristin Bahner
• Connie Bernardy
• Robert Bierman
• Jeff Brand
• Jack Considine
• Heather Edelson
• Steve Elkins
• Peter Fischer
• Mike Freiberg
• Laurie Halverson
• Frank Hornstein
• John Huot
• Ginny Klevorn
• Ben Lien
• Alice Mann
• Sandra Masin
• Kelly Moller
• Kelly Morrison
• Michael Nelson
• Mohamud Noor
• John Persell
• Laurie Pryor
• Duane Sauke
• Jennifer Schultz
• Zack Stephenson
• Brad Tabke
• Dan Wolgamott
• Cheryl Youakim