YOUNG DEMOCRATS OF AMERICA STATEMENT ON SELECTION OF MINNESOTA GOVERNOR TIM WALZ AS DEMOCRATIC VICE PRESIDENTIAL NOMINEE

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the Young Democrats of America were excited to learn of Vice President Kamala Harris’ decision to select Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her 2024 running mate.

Throughout his time in office, Walz has routinely fought to better the lives of Minnesotans— providing universal school meals, paid family leave, red flag gun laws, legalization of marijuana, and environmental protections.

In 2023, Walz codified reproductive healthcare as a “fundamental right” in Minnesota by signing the Protect Reproductive Options Act into law. During his time in office, he also signed many LGBTQ+ protection bills into law, including the lifesaving "Trans Refuge" bill.

In the words of the Minnesota Young DFL president and national Young Democrats of America President Quentin Wathum-Ocama:

“Governor Walz has nearly two decades of critical government experience, first as congressman and now as a two term governor who has presided over one of the most consequential and progressive legislative sessions in Minnesota history. His selection sends a clear message that a Harris-Walz administration is ready to deliver for the American people on day one.”

We, the Young Democrats of America, could not be more enthusiastic with Vice President Harris’ decision. We look forward to electing Harris and Walz to their respective offices in November 2024.

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