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Mr. Steinhafel-

I have been following the story of Target's contributions to the Minnesota Governor's Race.  I read your message at Pressroom.target.com.

Your company's decision to contribute to MN Forward is disappointing, to say the least.  I find it hard to believe that you cannot see the duplicity of claiming to support the gay community, or women's rights, and then making a contribution supporting political candidates that are endorsed by MN Forward.  It is shocking to us, who have long noted Target's social conscience.  It is not just your employees that are saddened to hear this news.  I cannot in good conscience continue to shop at your store until you reverse this decision.  I urge you to call MN Forward and ask for your money back.  There are many ways Target can use its corporate muscle to help create jobs and improve the business environment without getting involved in these social issues.  

You need to rethink, not just contributions in the future, but this one as well.

As soon as I see the announcement that you have withdrawn the contribution, I will head out to one of the three Target stores located within a few miles of my home.