Why Is Everyone Obsessed With Amy Klobuchar Eyebrows?

Skip navigation!ADVERTISEMENTStory from NewsADVERTISEMENTWhy Is Everyone Talking About Amy Klobuchar’s Eyebrows & Not Her Policies?Sarah MidkiffLast Updated January 15, 2020, 3:51 PM Photo: ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images.In the last debate for Democratic candidates before the Iowa caucus, presidential hopefuls Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Pete Buttigieg, Amy Klobuchar, and Tom Steyer took the stage to talk about important issues ranging from recent events in Iran to the wins of women in politics. But some viewers seemed to focus on something else entirely: Klobuchar’s eyebrows.During her first question of the night, a zoomed-in frame of Klobuchar sparked certain reactions from Twitter users who noted her defined and arched eyebrows. And while we’ve seen Klobuchar combat criticism to her appearance before, the amount of attention to critiquing the Minnesota senator's face was quite overwhelming this time around.AdvertisementADVERTISEMENT

When will the eyebrow artist explain what happened tonight

— Jenée (@jdesmondharris) January 15, 2020

Ok but is her eyebrow falling or is it just me ? #DemDebate #AmyKlobuchar pic.twitter.com/YBFpBRhShV

— meliZa (@mels_121) January 15, 2020

So, why is it that everyone seemed was more focused on Klobuchar's eyebrows than on her political policies?Klobuchar gave insightful and quantifiable answers to debate questions on Tuesday, in tandem with her high polling performance in Iowa ahead of the caucus. During her stand-out debate night, she chimed in on recent events in Iran and the nuclear war agreement which she originally helped shape, citing her track record during her 12 years in Senate.While Klobuchar disagreed with some other candidates on whether or not to remove all armed forces from the Middle East, she said that she would "improve the situation for our troops in a very big way with our education, and with their jobs, and also with their health care." According to Klobuchar, as far as the Iran agreement goes, she said that "as president, I will get us back into that agreement. I will take an oath."She also joined Warren in celebrating the wins of women, specifically women in politics who have unseated male incumbents — including herself. “I have won every race, every place, every time,” she said. Warren distinctly pointed out in a question about a woman's electability that she and Klobuchar were the only candidates on stage that had never lost an election they entered. Despite all of this, Klobuchar's appearance seemed to be a focal point for this debate.

And, this isn’t the first time people have commented on the senator's appearance, either. During the last debate, her bang's were the object of attention and speculation across the Twitterverse, particularly due to the fact that they would slightly shake every time the senator spoke. Her bangs caught so much attention that they were mentioned in the Saturday Night Live cold open. “Look, I could say a lot about the issues we’ve talked about tonight,” said beloved SNL alum Rachel Dratch who portrayed Klobuchar. “But the sad thing is, you’re not listening to a word I’m saying because you’re just watching my hair dance on my forehead.”

AdvertisementADVERTISEMENTThe unfortunate truth is that, as a woman in politics, appearance will often outweigh positions on climate change, raising minimum wage, or even foreign policy. The fact is, Amy Klobuchar's eyebrows have nothing to do with her ability to lead this country — a point that was clearly brought up and thoroughly made in this particular debate. Rather than focus attention on the Senator's appearance, let's talk about how she plans to make her way to the Oval office.Related Content:AdvertisementADVERTISEMENT Somos LatineFrom Wildfires To ICE Raids, L.A. Latines Keep Fighting BackJust five months ago, Mexican firefighters were rushing to Los Angeles to keep the city from burning to the ground. Now, before there’s even been tby Natalie Arroyo Ca...PoliticsAmerica Must Remember That We All BelongThe first Trump administration unleashed a relentless assault on immigrant communities. Then came the pandemic, hitting communities of color and immigrant by Anonymous Nonprof...UnbotheredMen, Your Reaction To Abuse Allegations Says More About You Than ...It’s been a heavy week online as stories of abuse involving high-profile men and Black women in the public eye have resurfaced and unfolded in real time.by Susan AkyeampongAdvertisementADVERTISEMENTSomos LatineTrump Has Assaulted DEI & Immigration. Here’s How Undocumen...Since President Donald Trump took office on January 20, immigrants have been scrambling to keep themselves safe amid emerging executive orders, nationwide by Nicole FroioSomos LatineAs Trump Vows to End Birthright Citizenship, Latine Immigrants Le...On January 20, Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States of America. During his campaign, Trump vowed to brutally tackle by Nicole FroioPoliticsAmerica Was Founded On Violence & Racism. Of Course, Trump Is Its...Trigger warning: This article contains references to child sexual abuse. As Donald J. Trump prepares to assume the presidency once again, we find ourselvesby Kavita MehraSomos LatineAs Trump Threatens Mexicans, Their Firefighters Are Battling LA’s...In 2015, then-presidential hopeful Donald Trump branded Mexicans as criminals, drug dealers, and rapists. That same year, he said the Mexican government waby Natalie Arroyo Ca...RSVP: Election 2024RSVP: Rally, Support, Vote With PowerWelcome to Rally, Support, Vote with Power. Whether it’s your first election or your fifteenth, RSVP is your always-on guide to the headlines, a safe plaby R29 TeamRSVP: Election 2024Trump May Have Won The Presidency But Abortion Won In These StatesA record 10 states had abortion-related ballot measures in the 2024 election. While Florida was the first to record a disappointing result, failing to receby Elizabeth GulinoUS Election 2024Donald Trump Wins The PresidencyDonald Trump has won the presidency — this time, as the first convicted felon to become president of the United States. Trump, who is also the oldest perby Refinery29 StaffNewsElection Stress Disorder Is A Thing — Here’s How To CopeThis article was originally published in November 2020 and has been updated. As the 2024 election continues to crawl along, you may feel a heightened senseby Elizabeth GulinoNewsMy Abortions Were The Most Freeing Experiences Of My LifeAfter the fall of Roe vs. Wade in 2022, Texas enforced some of the most restrictive abortion laws in the country. These trigger laws, which are laws that tby Elizabeth GulinoAdvertisementADVERTISEMENTADVERTISEMENTADVERTISEMENT