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Tim Walz is the ‘Type of Proven Leader America Needs Right Now’: NewDEAL Statement on Kamala Harris Pick for Vice President

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Tim Walz is the ‘Type of Proven Leader America Needs Right Now’: NewDEAL Statement on Kamala Harris Pick for Vice President

“Governor Tim Walz is the type of proven leader America needs, with a record of fighting for the economic, health, and personal freedoms that Americans deserve and that Vice President Harris stands for.

“From 24 years serving in the Army National Guard to his pragmatic and effective approach to representing a rural district in Congress and a record of getting results as governor, Walz has lived a lifetime in service to his community, state, and nation. While Governor, Walz has championed voting rights, protected reproductive freedom, made government work better through initiatives like universal free meals for Minnesota students, and worked tirelessly to expand economic opportunity.

“Vice President Harris has made it clear that freedom will be a central issue of the 2024 campaign. Whether it is the freedom to thrive economically, freedom from gun violence, freedom from hunger, or freedom for women to get the health care they need, Walz is the ideal running mate to reinforce this message.

“NewDEAL looks forward to celebrating in Chicago later this month, where delegates and leaders will share our vision for the future, and celebrate the historic nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz.”