Kamala Harris Picks Minnesota's Tim Walz for Vice President

Publish date: Wednesday، 07 August 2024

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris revealed that she has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her vice-presidential running mate. Harris made the announcement via text message to her supporters.

Kamala Harris Picks Minnesota's Tim Walz for Vice President

Harris praised Walz, highlighting his proven leadership and track record in Minnesota. "Tim is a battle-tested leader who has an incredible record of delivering for Minnesota families," Harris stated. "I’m confident he will bring that same principled leadership to our campaign and to the office of the vice president."

Walz'sBackground

Tim Walz, 60, is a U.S. Army National Guard veteran and former teacher. He expressed his excitement about joining Harris on the ticket, saying on X, "I’m all in. Vice President Harris is showing us the politics of what’s possible. It reminds me a bit of the first day of school."

Kamala Harris Picks Minnesota's Tim Walz for Vice President

As governor, Walz has championed progressive policies such as free school meals, climate change initiatives, middle-class tax cuts, and expanded paid leave for workers. He has also been a strong advocate for women’s reproductive rights while maintaining a conservative stance on agricultural and gun rights from his time in the U.S. House.

Harris’s choice of Walz aims to attract rural, white voters and boost the campaign's appeal across different voter bases. With Walz’s background and political stance, the move is seen as a strategic effort to strengthen Harris’s bid for the White House.

Kamala Harris Picks Minnesota's Tim Walz for Vice President

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