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“I think this is an exciting time where we can actually get a compromise between Democrats and Republicans, and we have to for this country. Now, I think we need not only to balance the budget in the future but we also need balance in the budget.”

Quote by Amy Klobuchar

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Amy Klobuchar, born May 25, 1960, is the senior United States Senator from Minnesota, serving since 2007. She is the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate from Minnesota. A former prosecutor, she served as Hennepin County Attorney before entering federal politics. Klobuchar ran for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020, gaining recognition for her moderate stance and debate performances. She is known for her work on antitrust legislation and tech regulation. more

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