Kamala Harris Selects Minnesota Governor Tim Walz As Her Vice Presidential Running Mate
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US Vice President Kamala Harris was formally certified as the Democratic Party's presidential nominee for the November election on August 6, 2024. The 59-year-old emerged as the top contender on July 21, 2024, after President Joe Biden decided not to seek a second term. Notably, Harris is the first Black and South Asian woman to be nominated for president by a major political party.
Following her nomination, Harris named Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. If elected, Walz will be the third vice president from Minnesota. He will join Hubert Humphrey (who served under President Lyndon B. Johnson) and Walter Mondale (who served under President Jimmy Carter).
"I am proud to announce that I've asked @Tim_Walz to be my running mate," Harris posted on X. "As a governor, a coach, a teacher, and a veteran, he's delivered for working families like his. It's great to have him on the team. Now let's get to work."
Born and raised in West Point, Nebraska, Walz graduated from Chadron State College in 1989 with a degree in education. He began his teaching career at Alliance High School in Nebraska, later moving to Mankato West High School in Minnesota. At Mankato, he also coached football and led the team to its first state championship. In addition to his civilian career, Walz served in the US Army National Guard for 24 years. He retired in 2005 as a master sergeant.
Walz's political career began in 2006 when he beat the Republican incumbent in a rural district in Minnesota, securing a seat in Congress. In 2018, he successfully ran for Governor of Minnesota and has held the office since. The 60-year-old is married to Gwen Walz, a fellow former educator. They have two children, Hope (23) and Gus (17), as well as a rescue dog, Scout, and a rescue cat, Honey.
Resources: Theguardian.com, CNN.com, Businessinsider.com, NPR.org
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summer_beach10 monthsIf she wins, I would just be worried about the inflation issue. Just because she is a female doesn't mean she is best for our country. I'm not trying to offend anyone just speaking my mind.
vofocawuwilu8 monthsI think Tim Walz is a good choice, he will support Kamala and not try to be the man. As far as inflation goes, that happened after the pandemic, caused by greedy corporations. Kamala has put forth her plan to hold those accountable who artificially inflate prices. As a prosecutor she knows how to get that done. Our economy has shown record breaking growth. We are the envy of the world. She has my vote (if I was 18).
charliem2158 monthsthank you finally (if i was 18 i would vote for Kamala walz harris)
mapachegod10 monthsWell she has my vote
kronoic10 monthsFirst Woman PRESIDENT CHECK- mysticpelt_12310 monthsGO HARRIS!!
hree010 monthsCool
pixiedog10 monthsI think it would be so cool for a female to win
bakudekulover11 monthsWOW that's interesting- m4r1411 monthsWoW 😍
teslaz11 monthsShe will make our country great!- teslaz11 monthsIm so excited for kamla!