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Minnesota Gov. Walz Visits Black-Owned Barbershop In Racine

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz visits the Minnesota State Fair Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024 in Falcon Heights, Minn. (Glen Stubbe/Star Tribune via AP)

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz recently made a visit to a Black-owned barbershop in Racine, Wisconsin, ahead of a rally in the nearby Milwaukee suburb. During his visit to Racine Barbar Sports Co., a barber shop and business collective, Governor Walz engaged in a conversation with local Black entrepreneurs and community leaders. The discussions centered around the entrepreneurs' ventures and backgrounds, providing Governor Walz with valuable insights into their experiences.

At the start of the roundtable discussion, Governor Walz highlighted Vice President Kamala Harris' agenda aimed at creating economic opportunities for Black men. He emphasized the importance of providing the necessary tools and resources to empower individuals to achieve their desired levels of success. Governor Walz also acknowledged the significance of the business community giving back and fostering growth, underscoring the critical role of community support in driving economic empowerment.

He engaged in conversations with local Black entrepreneurs and community leaders.
Governor Walz visited Racine Barbar Sports Co. in Racine, WI.
The discussions focused on the entrepreneurs' ventures and backgrounds.

By visiting Racine Barbar Sports Co. and engaging with local entrepreneurs and leaders, Governor Walz demonstrated his commitment to understanding and supporting the Black business community. The conversations held during the visit likely provided valuable insights that can inform future policy decisions and initiatives aimed at promoting economic empowerment and entrepreneurship among Black individuals in the region.

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