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Klobuchar wins primary, becomes first woman to lead major ticket for Minnesota governor
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Star Tribune
Amy Klobuchar became the first woman to win the DFL nomination for governor on Tuesday night, setting up a historic general election campaign that will test the durability of Democratic control in Minnesota.
"I will stand my ground for Minnesota and I will be accountable to Minnesota," she said.
Her victory gives Minnesota Democrats a formidable nominee to lead the ticket at a time when the party's brand is under strain.
Voters are skeptical of how the DFL responded to fraud in the state's social services programs and spent a previous budget surplus.
Supporter Tamara Polzin of Waconia said Klobuchar has worked to address issues important to residents in both rural Minnesota and in the Twin Cities.