August 6th 2024.
Vice President Kamala Harris has announced her pick for running mate in the upcoming election, and it's none other than Tim Walz. With this decision, Harris continues on her journey to become the first Black female President of the United States, as reported by sources from the Associate Press. Walz, who is currently serving his second term as Governor of Minnesota, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to the table. His resume, as stated on the Minnesota government's official website, is a testament to his commitment to serving our nation.
With 24 years of service in the Army National Guard and the rank of Command Sergeant Major, Walz retired in 2005 from the 1-125th Field Artillery Battalion. He then went on to win five consecutive terms as a representative in the United States House of Representatives, serving Minnesota's First Congressional District in Southern Minnesota. Social media has been abuzz with discussions about potential vice presidential candidates, and Walz has garnered a lot of attention for his impressive record, amiable personality, and support for women's rights.
In fact, even former Minnesota governor and professional wrestler Jesse Ventura has endorsed Walz, citing his support for a woman's right to choose and his handling of the events on January 6th. This widespread support for Walz among the electorate, including independents, is evident in tweets such as one from @GovJVentura who endorses him for re-election in 2022. Another tweet from Eric Columbus on July 23, 2024, praises Walz's qualifications and TV presence, stating that he should be seriously considered for the VP position.
It was a shock to many when President Joe Biden announced that he would not be running for president this year and instead nominated Vice President Harris as the Democratic nominee. Overnight, grassroots organizations across the country raised millions in support of Harris's candidacy. Since then, she has been running a fast-paced and energetic campaign as the democratic nominee for the 2024 presidential race.
The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that Harris and Walz will hold their first joint rally at Temple University's Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This event is the first of many planned rallies in crucial battleground states. NBC also reports that Harris will be visiting five states that she and Biden flipped blue in 2020: Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, Georgia, and Arizona. She will also make stops in North Carolina and Nevada, states where Democrats won narrowly or lost by a slim margin.
With only fourteen days from their announcement until they appear before the Democratic National Convention on August 19-22, Harris and Walz have a lot of work ahead of them. But with their experience, qualifications, and strong support, they are determined to secure the Democratic nomination and ultimately, the presidency.
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