As Democrats move left, Klobuchar makes a business-friendly pitch in governor’s race
- Posted on July 19, 2026
- By Star Tribune
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In brief
Senator Klobuchar positions herself as a pragmatic Democrat by championing business-friendly economic policies during her gubernatorial campaign, contrasting with the party's increasingly progressive stance on corporate taxation and wealth redistribution. Her growth-oriented platform emphasizes market competition and entrepreneurship while the Democratic base pushes for higher taxes on corporations and wealthy individuals, creating tension between moderate and progressive wings within the party.
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As Democrats move left, Klobuchar makes a business-friendly pitch in governor’s race
Her pro-growth message comes as Democrats increasingly want corporations and the wealthy to pay more taxes.
