Jump to content

Kamala Harris selects Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to be VP running mate


Social Media

Recommended Posts

image.png.70f8054a4dc6ddf11ad551c72c9db898.png

 

Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate as she gears up for a November faceoff against former President Donald Trump. This decision, confirmed by two sources familiar with the matter, introduces a new dynamic to the 2024 presidential race.

 

Walz, 60, emerged as a dark horse contender for the vice-presidential slot amid early speculation about other high-profile names, including Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Arizona Senator Mark Kelly. However, Walz's profile surged over the past week, particularly after a viral cable news interview where he criticized some Republicans as “weird,” a line of attack that national Democrats subsequently adopted.

 

Walz's selection is seen as a strategic move, given his liberal credentials and the perception that he is a safer choice compared to other contenders who have faced criticism from various segments of the left. Shapiro, for instance, has been scrutinized for his response to pro-Palestinian protests following the Israel-Hamas conflict, while both he and Kelly have faced backlash from union leaders.

 

Moreover, Walz brings geographical appeal, hailing from a Midwestern state that Trump has increasingly targeted. Although Biden won Minnesota by 7 points in 2020 and no Republican has secured a presidential victory there in over 50 years, Trump and his running mate JD Vance have intensified their campaign efforts in the state, aiming to flip it in the upcoming election.

 

Walz’s liberal bona fides and his recent rise in prominence make him a compelling choice for Harris as she prepares to challenge Trump in what promises to be a highly contentious election. His ability to appeal to Midwestern voters and his alignment with national Democratic strategies position him as a key player in the Harris campaign's efforts to secure victory in November.

 

Credit: CNN  2024-08-06

 

news-logo-btm.jpg

 

Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

 

Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

3 hours ago, Yellowtail said:

Now that right there is funny! 

Mark Halpern of Newsmax said harris passed up one of the biggest stars of her party Pa Gov shapiro.

 

I think her radical pro hamas  supporters made it seem that way!

  • Confused 1
  • Haha 2
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Walz looks like a heart attack candidate. Weird choice as VP. VP should be younger than President or look likely to live 8 years. This guy doesn't look well. Looks older than Trump. 

  • Like 1
  • Haha 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

2 hours ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Enjoy the show, and don’t slope off when it doesn’t go the way you want.

 

Like you did when Biden malfunctioned against Trump?

  • Confused 2
  • Love It 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

I watched the rally with the camera constantly panning 360% to show that stadium absolutely packed to the gills strong positive vibe strong positive energy strong positive message at times funny as all get out ……bleat all ya like you would be foolish to underestimate this team!

  • Like 1
  • Thanks 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

13 hours ago, Social Media said:

Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate as she gears up for a November faceoff against former President Donald Trump. This decision, confirmed by two sources familiar with the matter, introduces a new dynamic to the 2024 presidential race.

Good on her, pick an old white man for the job, that'll show the GOP who's on top of the game.

Not so good to attract the youth vote, or the black vote though.

 

IMO that's Harris for you, just old Washington politics dressed in a younger skin.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

19 minutes ago, thaibeachlovers said:

That support may well vanish like frost in the sun. The bounce she got was from replacing the guy with cognitive problems, and it's still a long way till November. IMO she is the reason people may change their minds as she is IMO basically unlikeable. Just imagine if you will the King of Saudi meeting her. If she starts cackling he might think Biden should have tried to win.

Can agree with you that November is still a long way. Can't agree with you that she is unlikeable when her electability and favourability polls are trending up. If she meet the Saudi King, it will be a meeting between Heads of State in a formal setting with no personal financial expectation weighing on her to overlook Saudi Arabia human rights violations. 

  • Like 1
  • Agree 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Well, they do make a good team. 

 

Walz let Minneapolis burn for 3 or 4 days in the 2020 Summer of Love and mostly peaceful city burnings before calling in the Guard.  Then Kamala raised bail money for the burners.

 

https://www.minnpost.com/metro/2020/05/what-we-know-about-the-events-surrounding-george-floyds-death-and-its-aftermath-a-timeline/

 

The link is a good look at what "mostly peaceful" looked like.

 

photo of burned post office

 

Edited by impulse
  • Like 1
  • Thumbs Up 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.









  • Topics

  • Latest posts...

    1. 0

      Pregnant Woman and Husband Narrowly Escape After Car Plunges Into Pond

    2. 202

      Can you defend yourself?

    3. 719

      Its Happening - Law to Tax Overseas Income Now in Progress

    4. 6

      Thailand Live Tuesday 10 September 2024

    5. 0

      Pattaya: Search For Culprit Who Muzzled 10 Dogs With Tape

    6. 6

      Thailand Live Tuesday 10 September 2024

    7. 0

      Van Driver Loses Control, Crashes Into Electric Pole and Overturns

    8. 1

      Congress Faces Intensifying Battle Over Government Funding as Shutdown Looms

    9. 6

      Thailand Live Tuesday 10 September 2024

    10. 0

      Chinese Factory Manager Falls to His Death After Silo Explosion, Three Others Injured

    11. 79
    12. 80

      Do You Believe: Next year, and the next, will be HOTTER than 2024?

×
×
  • Create New...
""