National, local campaign money flowing into Minneapolis policing question National, local campaign money flowing into Minneapolis policing question The campaign contributions signal intense local and national interest in an election still three months away. August 3, 2021 — 8:00pm Text size Copy shortlink: The political committee behind a proposal to replace the Minneapolis Police Department brought in nearly $1 million in campaign contributions this year, signaling intense local and national interest in an election that is still three months away. Yes 4 Minneapolis, which gathered signatures to place a policing question on the November ballot, reported roughly $983,000 in donations — money that came from a mix of individuals and local and national groups, according to a campaign finance report filed Tuesday. The group is seeking a change to the city charter that would clear the way for officials to replace the Police Department with a public safety agency.