Minnesota Governor Tim Walz was elected to the governor’s office on Tuesday. Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris’s running mateHis wife Gwen Walz also has a strong background in education. She has also been a supporter of prison reforms. Gwen has been supportive of her husband’s political activities and is a devoted mother.
Gwen Walz, the wife of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, has a background in education and could be a fixture on her husband’s 2024 presidential campaign alongside Vice President Kamala Harris. Gwen has taught in public and immigrant schools as well as prisons.
Born in Glencoe, Minnesota, and raised in the western part of the state, Gwen received her education from Gustavus Adolphus College and Minnesota State University.
She began her teaching career in Alliance, Nebraska, where she met Tim Walz. They married in 1994 and moved to Minnesota to raise their two children, Hope and Gus. Hope is a recent graduate from Montana State University and Gus is in high school.
With over two decades of experience in the Mankato School District, Gwen has served as an administrator and coordinator, focusing on closing the achievement gap.
She founded Educational Travel Adventures with Tim, organising educational trips to China for high school students.
As First Lady of Minnesota, Gwen has been a supporter of prison reform. She has visited state prisons, supported the implementation of new college curriculum for inmates, and advocated for increased clemency.
According to CNN, Gwen’s first public event as First Lady was a rally in support of restoring voting rights to felons.
His work in prison reform shows that he believes incorporating education into the correctional system can reduce recidivism and improve lives.
Gwen is a helpful companion
Gwen has been a constant support system throughout Tim’s political career. When Tim was elected governor of Minnesota in 2018, Gwen’s role expanded to include advocacy for a number of social issues. Tim often credits Gwen for her unwavering support and contributions to their shared journey.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Gwen is also deeply involved in the lives of her children.
Tim often shares his family’s proudest moments on social media, from Hope’s senior prom to Gus getting his driver’s license.
Gwen’s devotion to her family is evident in her everyday interactions.
While Tim is campaigning for the vice-president position, Gwen is set to potentially take on the role of Second Lady.