Former state Rep. Krinkie considers US Senate run

Phil Krinkie
Phil Krinkie is president of the Taxpayers League of Minnesota. Prior to that he served 16 years in the Minnesota Legislature.
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Former state Rep. Phil Krinkie said he's considering a run for U.S. Senate next year, because he says neither of the current Republican candidates can mount a competitive race against incumbent Democrat Amy Klobuchar.

"I don't see us with a candidate in the race that I think can give Senator Klobuchar a truly competitive race," he said.

Krinkie, a small business owner and the current president of the Taxpayers League of Minnesota, said he's concerned about what's going on in Washington.

Krinkie said he is far from making a decision about running, but he's confident about his ability to mount a strong campaign.

"Can I raise the money? A daunting task, but I think I have enough credibility and enough moxie to go raise the funds necessary to give a competitive race," he said.

Krinkie said he would also consider running for Congress in the 6th District, but only if incumbent GOP Rep. Michele Bachmann does not seek re-election.

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