Kamala Harris’s naming of Governor Tim Walz as the Democratic nominee for vice president recognizes him as a highly respected public servant in Minnesota and across America for his values, his patriotism and his knowledge of security.

Growing up as a child working on the farm, Governor Tim Walz knows the heartland of America. As a teacher, coach and veteran, he understands the values and challenges of America’s working families. And in the Congress, I saw firsthand Tim Walz’s leadership, collaborative spirit and effectiveness in bringing people together and getting the job done.

As the longest serving non-commissioned officer ever to serve in Congress, Governor Tim Walz has a deep personal commitment to confronting the challenges facing America’s veterans. Under Governor Walz’s leadership on the House Veterans Affairs Committee, we made tremendous progress by passing the most significant legislation for our veterans in our country since the G.I. bill.

Governor Walz was selected from a field of candidates that demonstrated the strength and vitality of the next generation of Democratic leadership. As the vice president of the United States, Tim Walz will continue his leadership for America’s working families and move our country forward. Now, we must continue our march to victory in November with the Harris-Walz freedom ticket!

Thank you,

NANCY