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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
3 months
1 in 6 veterans are food insecure, together we can solve that. Buy a bag at until Feb 14th and the proceeds go to @RobertIrvine ’s @rirvinefound to support our vets. The purchase of a @heritage_gear bag can feed a vet for a month. Buy a bag, feed a vet.
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
3 years
19 years 8 kids 2 imperfect people refusing to give up on each other 1 marriage #Anniversary
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Matt Birk
2 years
20 years today 8 kids Lots of ups and downs 2 imperfect people refusing to give up on each other 1 Marriage THE GREATEST ADVENTURE!
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Matt Birk
3 years
The fact that you can fly on a completely full airplane but can’t eat at a restaurant with reduced capacity in MN doesn’t make sense.
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Matt Birk
4 years
As we listen to epidemiologists, it’s good to remember that the Titanic was built by experts, the Ark by amateurs.
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Matt Birk
2 years
Kirk Cousins is one of about 5 people in the @vikings organization you CANT blame for a disappointing season.
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Jim Souhan
2 years
For all the difficulty he’s caused, for all he’ll yet cause, for his idiocy, dump Kirk Cousins.
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Matt Birk
4 years
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Matt Birk
3 years
I think if you need to work to put food on your table and keep a roof over your head then your job is essential.
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Matt Birk
4 years
If we take down all of the statues of people who were not perfect we will be left with nothing but statues of Jesus.
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
1 year
It was an honor to run alongside @drscottjensen for Lt Gov. We worked. We fought. We didn't run. Grateful to my amazing wife, kids, and the army of volunteers. Disappointed we won't get to serve the people of MN, but I'm 100% IN for whatever God has planned next.
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Matt Birk
1 year
I have a pair of 6 year olds. They can count faster than Arizona.
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Matt Birk
5 years
3 years ago today my life changed forever when this guy was born and his birth mother did the most unselfish and loving act I’ve ever witnessed- she chose us and gave us the honor of raising him. #Love #Adoption #ProLife #Family #GratefulHeart
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Matt Birk
6 years
Wife gone, have the kids solo. While watching @TheMasters found 2 year old in the closet eating dog food. Pretty sure I’m out of the running for Father-of-the-Year 2018
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Matt Birk
4 years
Bold strategy by the @Vikings to not put their offense on the field the entire first half. Let’s see if it pays off.
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
6 months
My submission for the new Minnesota State flag
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Matt Birk
2 years
I think the @Vikings offense is 2 decent O lineman away from being elite. Defense needs a little more work (and some luck with the injuries). A HC that creates the right culture and BOOM!- we are having a parade in FEB. We ain’t that far off.
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
2 years
Get politics out of the classroom. Teach kids how to read, write, and do math.
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4 years
Miss you Big K
@ThePurpleCode1
The Purple Code
4 years
RIP forever purple 🙏🏼 #SKOL
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Matt Birk
2 years
We’re going to win. We’re going to heal Minnesota. And we’re never looking back. VOTE TOMORROW, MINNESOTA!
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Matt Birk
2 years
You can vote without an ID but you cant get a cheeseburger.
@kare11
KARE 11
2 years
The mayors of Minneapolis and St. Paul announce both cities will temporarily require proof of COVID-19 testing or proof of vaccination at indoor food establishments starting Jan. 19.
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Matt Birk
2 years
Adoption changed my life
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Matt Birk
5 years
@Espn ⁩ shows this graphic every year on day 3 of the ⁦ @NFLDraft ⁩, and you know what? I’m not sick of seeing it yet.
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Matt Birk
2 months
“You’re welcome”???? You overspend OUR money, increase the national debt, can’t secure the border, send money to corrupt foreign countries, don’t take care of most vulnerable Americans- Maybe it would be better if the govt DID shutdown for awhile…STOP HELPING!
@amyklobuchar
Amy Klobuchar
2 months
Hello 2 a.m.ers! 🌕 For everyone who is still awake, we just passed the budget and averted a shutdown. You’re welcome.
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Matt Birk
2 years
Was cleaning out a bunch of junk boxes in the garage this morning and just happened to come across this. There are no coincidences. I think I’ll hold onto this. RIP Coach Madden
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Matt Birk
2 years
Yes I am biased, but I thought that was the best debate performance yet from Tim Walz.
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Matt Birk
4 years
I’m gonna whoop the next joker that puts fingerprints on my car
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Matt Birk
3 years
You never hear anyone who played with @Kaepernick7 talk about him as a good teammate or leader.
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
17 days
Let's be clear-our politicians did not just send $60B to Ukraine-they sent it to military contractors, who will then turn around and give some of it back to the politicians in the form of campaign donations. See how that works?
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Matt Birk
5 years
All the people I have met from North and South Dakota I genuinely like- they are good people with solid character. Now Wisconsonians- that’s a totally different deal.
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Matt Birk
5 years
Wife out of town this weekend and I have the 5 boys solo. It’s been less than 2 days and I am DONE. Tonight for dinner we had @ColdStone Shout out to my wife @AdriannaBirk and all the stay at home moms in the world. Toughest and most important job in the world.
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Matt Birk
4 years
I don’t like masks but I, like 99.9% of all Americans, abide by the mandates set forth by the govt. So why are the mask folks so angry with people who share this opinion? I wear them where I’m told, and I don’t where I don’t have to. What more do you want?
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Matt Birk
2 years
Suspend the MN gas tax right now. Why wouldn't you do that in this time of crisis for many working class families?
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Matt Birk
5 years
The 2012 @Ravens replaced their OC after week 14 and we all know how that turned out. Get ready @Vikings fans- Lombardi trophy here we come! #SKOL
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Matt Birk
1 year
Rain, blood, snow or mud- GO VOTE today! Call your family and friends!
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
2 years
SCOTT JENSEN WON THE DEBATE
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Matt Birk
4 years
Throwing a perfect strike in this spot is beyond words
@DailyCaller
Daily Caller
4 years
The greatest first pitch in the history of baseball 🇺🇸
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Matt Birk
3 years
Name one thing better than fishing with your kids.
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Matt Birk
5 years
Reminder to everyone on social media, particularly young people- your number of followers or likes is in NO way indicative of your character or worth as a human being.
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Stud
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Live Action
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People with Down syndrome are a gift to society, not a burden.
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Matt Birk
3 years
Getting emails about a "Save our Restaurants" movement in Minnesota. Do you know from what/whom we are trying to save them?-The government. Think about that for a minute.
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Matt Birk
1 year
OK bud
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@MnNiceFC
Wes Burdine
1 year
Congrats to @BirkMatt on continuing his streak of never winning!
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Matt Birk
4 years
We are taking our oldest “baby” to college so I am voluntarily turning in my man card for the next 48 hours. I’m not crying. You’re crying.
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
2 years
Start packing your bags
@Tim_Walz
Tim Walz
2 years
One month.
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Matt Birk
3 years
Just went through the drive thru and when I got to the window there was a sign that read "Masks Appreciated". So when she gave me my coffee I handed her a mask. It feels good to do my part.
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
5 years
Should be mandatory that all teenagers today watch Fletch and Fletch Lives. 2 of the most important films in the last 50 years
@Super70sSports
Super 70s Sports
5 years
"Oh, it's me, Dr. Rosenpenis." “Doctor who?" “Dr. Rosenrosen."
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Matt Birk
4 years
Retweeting this because the world needs more of this. Let it be the inspiration for all of us to DO something for our fellow man today.
@RealJamesWoods
James Woods
4 years
I just love this.
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
2 years
Celebrating @JaredAllen69 and a Vikings W today! Celebrating an election W in 9 days.
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Matt Birk
3 years
In 2016 the Dems thought the election was illegitimate. In 2020 the Repubs thought the election was illegitimate. Maybe we should work on making sure our elections are legitimate, otherwise its more of the same- one side winning, one side bitching, and nobody working together.
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
4 years
Hey everybody- I'm going on @TuckerCarlson tonight at 7:50pm CT. That's it.
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
4 years
Great headline.
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Matt Birk
1 year
We will never move forward until we see the dignity and value in every human being. Being Pro-Life is much more than being against abortion, but it starts with the belief that everyone has the same right as you- the right to life. Let's work together to build a culture of life.
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WCCO | CBS News Minnesota
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Matt Birk, in concession speech: "If we lost because of abortion, an issue that was not on the ballot, if we lost because I'm pro-life, because I believe every life has dignity, I'm OK with that." |
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Matt Birk
2 years
If you got 3% raise last year you are only 5% poorer now. #Inflation
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Matt Birk
3 years
Reminds me of a Biden campaign rally
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Clay Travis
3 years
Big turnout for the WNBA championship parade today.
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Matt Birk
2 years
Where the Lamar haters at these days? #MVP
@ESPNStatsInfo
ESPN Stats & Info
2 years
Lamar Jackson is the 1st player in NFL history with 2,000 pass yards and 600 rush yards through 8 games of a season. Jackson is on pace for 4,694 pass yards and 1,275 rush yards. The most rush yards in a season with 4,500 pass yards is 444 (2020 Deshaun Watson).
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Matt Birk
3 years
Remember when @PAOnTheMic said Kyler Murray was better than Lamar Jackson....and lots of you agreed with him. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Show the reigning MVP a little respect.
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Sarah Ellison
3 years
When Lamar Jackson tells the field-goal unit to stay on the sideline, the field-goal unit stays on the sideline. He’ll take care of the rest.
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Matt Birk
4 months
Do you guys ever work on finding solutions to problems that ACTUALLY exist?
@LtGovFlanagan
Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan
4 months
This new year, landlords will be required to keep rental units at a minimum of 68 degrees from October to April.     I’m grateful we got this done for Minnesota renters.
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Matt Birk
4 years
My kids just left for the First Day of School. Last time I was this happy I was holding the Lombardi Trophy. Thank God for our Catholic schools and teachers.
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Matt Birk
4 years
Almost 7 qtrs into the Vikings season, and it's hard to identify one thing they do well.
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Matt Birk
1 year
Heal Minnesota! Vote Republican up and down the ticket today!
@drscottjensen
Scott Jensen
1 year
It’s been an honor to run for Governor. Minnesotans are clearly saying, “now is the time for change!” We are going to fight for safer streets, the best education for our kids, and more money in the family budget. I hope I’ve earned your trust. I’m asking for your vote. #HEALMN
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Matt Birk
5 years
Why doesn't the US Dept of Education ban cell phones in ALL schools? Wouldn't this help students do better academically, as well as help their social and emotional development? #CultivatingCharacter
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Matt Birk
3 years
Maybe you should do the opposite of defunding the police if you want to keep your city safe.
@StarTribune
Star Tribune
3 years
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar told constituents at a town hall Saturday that Minneapolis' rise in gun violence and carjackings can be blamed on police who "have chosen to not fulfill their oath of office and provide the public safety they owe to the citizens."
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Matt Birk
2 years
Fulton Sheen wrote this in 1945 and it’s freaking me out because he wrote this in 1945.
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
2 years
The Walls are closing in on Walz.
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@BirkMatt
Matt Birk
2 years
Governor Scott Jensen Lt. Governor Matt Birk Game OVER, Tim Walz
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Matt Birk
3 years
Allowing outdoor dining in Minnesota in December is about as 2020 as it gets. It's like one of my football coaches used to say, "If you're dumb you better be tough."
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Matt Birk
2 years
I caucused tonight and became a delegate. I am supporting @drscottjensen because: 1) He wants to do the right things, the right way, for the right reasons 2) He isn't a career politician (meaning he can't be bought and is not beholden to any group) 3) HE. CAN. WIN.
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Matt Birk
2 years
It’s so annoying when MN people go to Florida in the winter and then tell everyone in MN they’re in Florida. Separate topic- I took my kids fishing the other day.
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Matt Birk
4 years
I like going for it. Especially the way the @Vikings were running the ball down their throats. “You play to win the game”
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Matt Birk
6 years
Here you go @Eagles Next year this thing is coming back to Minnesota to stay #Vikings #Skol
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Matt Birk
2 years
Something incredible is happening in Minnesota. People are READY to vote for @drscottjensen !
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Matt Birk
2 years
If you were the CEO of a company and lost $250 Million, resignation would be expected. In politics, quitting is rare. We're going to have to fire Walz, Flanagan, and everyone on down. Minnesota continues to make national headlines for the WRONG reasons under this administration.
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Matt Birk
3 years
Funny to see media praising Joe Biden and his Catholic Faith when a few months ago the same media was slamming Amy Coney-Barrett for her Catholic Faith.
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Matt Birk
2 years
Will Smith and Chris Rock are professional actors. Also, the Oscars Awards Show has been irrelevant for years. Lastly, this doesn’t really matter one way or the other. Done.
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Matt Birk
6 years
A football season is like life- it’s not IF adversity comes, it’s WHEN and HOW you come through it. Keep pounding the rock @Vikings , literally and figuratively. Keep going no matter what. Don’t judge, just play. Champions don’t blink.
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Matt Birk
5 years
To the person or persons that stole my daughter’s backpack and laptop from my truck last night as I watched her play softball- I’m coming..
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Matt Birk
1 year
Jesus lost his only election vs Barabbas. Just sayin.
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Matt Birk
4 years
Google 2012 Baltimore Ravens roster
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Matt Birk
3 years
For the last 25 years, public schools have been pushing God out and eliminating the Pledge of Allegiance. Today, we have a lack of unity and National pride in our country. I believe there is a correlation. You reap what you sow.
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Matt Birk
4 months
Minnesota- you awake yet?
@PioneerPress
Pioneer Press
4 months
Minnesota State Office Building renovation will cost nearly half a billion dollars. What’s behind the price?
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Matt Birk
4 years
I wish this was @Twitter more often
@barstoolsports
Barstool Sports
4 years
6 year old John Oliver just beat cancer and came back to school to this. Incredible. (Via @FOX29philly )
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Matt Birk
2 years
Minnesota parents are gonna make their voices heard loud and clear Tuesday.
@ColinCowherd
Colin Cowherd
2 years
Red wave is coming Tuesday. Don’t mess w people’s kids. It lands differently — and they will hold a grudge. Can’t blame em. That’s my Ted Talk.
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Matt Birk
4 years
In the name of trying to find some common ground in the pandemic pandemonium, can we all agree on at least this one thing- Nobody REALLY knows what the hell they’re talking about.
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Matt Birk
2 years
Tim Walz shut our state down, dwindled our labor force, and is now bragging about getting a few of those jobs back like it's a historic achievement. This feels like an abusive relationship!
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Matt Birk
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The tomb is empty! He is risen! Christ is King!
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Matt Birk
2 months
“What’s for dinner? Abortion Plans this weekend? Abortion Read any good books? Abortion How’s the weather? Abortion Final Four pick? Abortion” You can’t be a real person Peggy.
@LtGovFlanagan
Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan
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I filled out my brackets based on whether those schools are located in a state that protects access to abortion care. By this measurement, it’s only fair that Minnesota didn’t make the tournament because they’d have been a favorite for the title.
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Matt Birk
2 years
Tonight Kid #1 left for college and then Kid #8 learned how to ride his bike without training wheels. Time is a fickle thing.
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Matt Birk
1 year
Focus on what matters- God, family, work, health, and pull ups.
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Matt Birk
5 years
UPDATE: Daughter’s backpack and laptop are back in our possession- thank you to the Mendota Heights and West St Paul community and law enforcement for their great work. Perps still on the run, but not for long. I’m still coming...
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Matt Birk
3 years
I am not afraid of Covid. There is no evidence that says I should be. I do not shame people who are afraid, whether I think it's warranted or not You can make me wear a mask and ruin my neighbors' businesses But you cannot make me fearful.
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Matt Birk
2 years
Public safety is on the ballot A better economy is on the ballot Fighting inflation is on the ballot A BETTER education for our kids is on the ballot Energy independence is on the ballot In 6 days, vote “JENSEN/BIRK” and this state will have an incredible turnaround!
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Matt Birk
4 years
Extraordinary leadership displayed by Trump and Biden tonight – both of them acted like jackasses in an effort to bring the American people together. All of us can agree on one thing now –that was a complete disaster.
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Matt Birk
4 years
Ugh!!!! Minnesota
@FootballScoop
FootballScoop
4 years
Well over 1,000 high school football games played over the past four weeks, zero reports of community COVID spread
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Matt Birk
4 years
I have a great seat at M&T Bank Stadium for the ⁦ @Ravens ⁩ ⁦ @Chiefs ⁩ game tonight. LETS GOOOO!
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Matt Birk
3 years
Me and my ladies. DAMN I look good!
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Matt Birk
4 years
He deserves to go to the Pro Bowl @cjham28
@VikingsPR
Vikings Communications
4 years
That 25-yard reception by @cjham28 moved his season total to 12 receptions for 124 yards, both new career highs for the third-year FB. #ProBowlVote
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Matt Birk
2 years
Things have gotten pretty heated as of late. So, I decided to be the bigger man- I reached out to Walz. He agreed to meet with me tomorrow morning. Hoping we can find common ground and move forward. Stay tuned.
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Matt Birk
3 years
I'm old enough to remember when cops were the good guys and small businesses were legal.
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Matt Birk
2 years
You don’t HAVE to be a Heisman winner and future US Senator to hang with me, but it definitely helps your chances.
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Matt Birk
2 years
Employee @WholeFoods “Don’t tell any of my coworkers, but I’m a conservative and I’m voting for you and @drscottjensen
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Matt Birk
2 years
Tim Walz locked our kids out of the classroom. Some may never recover. What a devastating mistake and an indictment of his leadership. His campaign seems to be only centered around demonizing Scott Jensen. Instead, he should be apologizing for what he's done to Minnesota.
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