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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 22h

And, gratefully, Minneapolis has three great options for mayor. I endorse Omar Fateh and Dewayne Davis, and I will rank Jazz Hampton. It’s going to get louder and more chaotic in these final days of the campaign. Let’s keep focused on strengthening the Minneapolis we love – by electing a new mayor.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 22h

There are more reasons Minneapolis needs a new mayor, but lying about police reforms, acting in ways that undermine trust in police reforms, and an inability to partner with other elected officials to promote and deliver on our city’s needs make it clear we need a new mayor.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 22h

Minneapolis needs a mayor capable of developing strong working relationships with other elected officials serving the city. Especially in these uncertain times. After 8 years in office, Jacob Frey has no endorsements from the Mpls legislative delegation or county commissioners serving the city.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 22h

Minneapolis deserves a mayor we can trust on police reform. The officer who killed Amir Locke was put in charge of use-of-force training by Jacob Frey’s police chief. When the situation became public, Frey doubled down on the chief’s decision before the people of Minneapolis forced a change.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 22h

Minneapolis deserves a mayor who doesn’t mislead us about policing. My heart still aches for Amir Locke & his family. Four years ago, Jacob Frey claimed to have ended no-knock warrants. He didn’t. And an innocent man then lost his life during the execution of a no-knock warrant.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 22h

First, I have to say I am still so grateful for the many people who supported our campaign, who shared with me their hopes and dreams for our city, and who show up every day to make Minneapolis a great city. The people of Minneapolis are wonderful.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 22h

Folks know I have some experience running against an incumbent, and I think it’s important to explain why we need new mayoral leadership in Minneapolis. I have such strong thoughts about this that I ran myself 4 years ago.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 22h

I also plan to rank Jazz Hampton, and I am so grateful he has stepped up to run and is offering his leadership in this way.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 22h

I endorse DeWayne Davis bc I've been impressed w/ how he is bringing people together in his campaign & his mix of political experience & dedication to serving people in our community. He's shown a high level of integrity in how he’s navigated challenges in Mpls, & that's especially important now.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 22h

I endorse Omar Fateh because I've been impressed with the drive & energy he brings to the campaign &, more importantly, to fighting for & with working people as a public official. At this moment we need leaders aligned with regular folks not wealthy interests, and Sen. Fateh is that kind of leader.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 22h

We’re getting close to election day in Minneapolis, and I’ve figured out who I plan to vote for. I endorse Dr. DeWayne Davis and Sen. Omar Fateh. I also plan to rank Jazz Hampton.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 22d

So much to be angry about right now. Federal agents raiding an apartment building in the middle of the night, taking kids out with their wrists in zip ties, destroying people’s stuff. Reading this story had me shaking with rage. chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...

Massive immigration raid on Chicago apartment building leaves residents reeling: 'I feel defeated'

The Department of Homeland Security said federal agents with Border Patrol, the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives arrested 37 people in the raid.

chicago.suntimes.com

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · 27d

The wholesale sellers at the main Minneapolis farmers market sometimes have lychees. They also sometimes have passion fruit for cheap. Which I love!!!!

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · Sep 14

I’ve seen too many describe what Brian Kilmeade’s says with the word ‘euthanize.’ No. What he is describing is murder. He is talking about murdering many innocent people. It is another sign of how dangerous our political times are that this man is a host of show on a major tv network.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · Sep 13

Brian Kilmeade endorses euthanizing homeless people: "Involuntary lethal injection, or something. Just kill them."

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · Sep 11

I have been taking the 10th Ave bridge on my bike commute because the dinkytown greenway bridge is closed, and I am very glad for the bike infrastructure that makes 10th Ave feel safe. But I am still looking forward to dinktown greenway bridge coming back. It’s my favorite!

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · Sep 7

I’d also like a demand around corruption. But this is an area I know less abt. I just know it’s abhorrent that Trump’s net worth has doubled in the past year to more than $5 billion (according to Forbes). Trump is using his position to enrich himself, his family, & his allies. It’s unAmerican.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · Sep 7

2. No federal military in cities unless the governor of the state has requested it.

3. Fire RFK Jr. (for lying about public health, science, and making Americans less healthy.

Honestly… those are probably the three I’d start with.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · Sep 7

So, what does fighting look like? I think the idea of winning a shutdown is maybe the best we’ve got right now. And these are the handful of demands I’d start with.

1. No federal law enforcement officials can wear masks while on duty.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · Sep 7

“This is not how authoritarian happens. This is authoritarianism happening.’ Ezra Klein.

I agree we are so beyond normal. I desperately want democratic leaders who will fight.

Stop Acting Like This Is Normal www.nytimes.com/2025/09/07/o...

Opinion | Stop Acting Like This Is Normal

www.nytimes.com

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · Sep 7

This is scary and dangerous. That the president would say (or even imply) that the federal government is going to war against and American city.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · Sep 7

Authoritarians thrive on your silence — be loud — for America.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · Sep 2

“Be loud for America.”
This is the advice I need and want to hear. Thank you @govpritzker.illinois.gov Chicagoans… I think the world of you all and your amazing city. I was grateful to live in Chicago for four years.

Adam Schwarz @adamjschwarz.bsky.social · Sep 2

Illinois Gov. Pritzker ahead of Trump National Guard deployment:

"To Chicagoans... Look out for your communities and your neighbours. Know your rights. Film things that you see happening... Authoritarians thrive on your silence. Be loud for America."

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · Aug 27

Oh Minneapolis… my heart breaks for the victims and families who lost children, for those injured and their loved ones, and for our shattered community. We all deserve so much better than living with this violence in our lives and communities.

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · Aug 27

This sounds so fun! Give a little kiss to the heart you get to put inside.❤️

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Kate Knuth @kateknuth.bsky.social · Jul 15

I’m so proud of my brother. Read about his art & its development over decades. I love how he weaves nature, climate, beauty, & bugs! So cool to see how the root of our shared childhood (lots of time searching for creatures outside) led to different career paths www.theguardian.com/artanddesign...

‘They digest externally’: the artist who creates paintings with live flies

For over a decade, John Knuth has created art using the regurgitation of flies and after he lost his home in the California wildfires, his work has a new perspective

www.theguardian.com

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