Tim Walz, 60, is the Democratic vice presidential candidate for the 2024 US election, running with kamala harrisBorn on April 6, 1964, in West Point, Nebraska, Walz brings a long history of public service, education and leadership in politics to the Harris campaign. He is set to face the Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance, Donald Trump’s running mateIn the debate to be held on 1 October 2024.
Walz grew up in a middle-class family in Nebraska. His father was a public school administrator, and his mother was a community activist. He enlisted in the Army National Guard at age 17, served for 24 years and retired as command sergeant major, the highest-ranking soldier to serve in Congress.
Walz earned a Bachelor of Science degree in social science education from Chadron State College in 1989. His teaching career took him to China, where he taught high school as part of a government-sanctioned program. Upon returning to the United States, he became a high school teacher and football coach in Mankato, Minnesota, where he earned recognition for his commitment to students and community engagement.
In 2006, Walz entered politics by winning a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives representing the 1st Congressional District of Minnesota, a traditionally Republican-leaning area. He served six terms in Congress, focusing on issues affecting veterans, rural communities and farmers. He held prominent positions on the Agriculture, Armed Services, and Veterans Affairs committees and was recognized for his bipartisan approach and practical leadership.
Walz successfully ran for Governor of Minnesota in 2018 and was re-elected in 2022. As governor, he implemented several progressive policies, including free school meals for students, paid family leave, and an expanded child tax credit. Walz has been a vocal supporter of climate change initiatives, expansion of renewable energy, and infrastructure improvements in Minnesota.
His leadership has been credited with strengthening the state’s economy and pursuing liberal policies. Walz’s ability to enact significant change gained him a national profile, positioning him as a leading Democratic figure.
Walz is married to Gwen Walz, an educator who has worked in public, alternative, and immigrant schools as well as prison education programs. They have two children, Hope and Gus, and live in St. Paul, Minnesota.
2024 vice presidential campaign
Walz’s selection as Kamala Harris’s running mate underscores her growing influence in the Democratic Party.
His background as an educator, veteran, and public servant is completely different from J.D. Vance’s, Donald TrumpGetting going friend.
Walz’s campaign will likely focus on her experience in education, health care and progressive policies that have benefited Minnesota’s working families.
The upcoming vice presidential debate on October 1 will be a key moment for Walz, giving him a chance to differentiate himself from Vance and present the Democratic platform. Voters before the elections to be held on November 5,