I grew up in Minnesota and used to work for the state GOP. I’m a bit surprised to see Vice President Kamala Harris choose Gov. Tim Walz (D‑MN) as her running mate. He boasts a progressive record, and a poor one, at that. Plus, she didn’t really need Minnesota’s electoral votes — she had already spiked 10 points. But Harris likely could have benefited from pairing with Gov. Josh Shapiro (D‑PA).
Still, Harris’s choice means something — and it’s not good. Democrats aren’t hiding how far to the left they want to go anymore. With Walz at her side, it’s clear Harris and the Democratic Party are going full speed ahead in a more progressive direction.
Tim Walz, progressive model
Walz’s progressive record provides insight into how he would act as vice president. It should be clarifying for Republicans, if not downright scary. …