Voters, leaders react to Tim Walz joining Kamala Harris on the Democratic ticket

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is officially Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate, bringing an end to speculation around who would join her on the Democratic ticket. Here's how some voters and local leaders reacted to the announcement, and what Republican voters hope to hear from JD Vance during his campaign event in Philadelphia Tuesday.

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[rajo]

Shows how oblivious these professional talking heads are. Walz will prove a juggernaut with working people everywhere.

[clearfitness]

I don't think she picked Tim Walz just because of helping the campaign .
This is the man VP Kamala Harris can work with beyond the campaign. and that's what it comes down to who can you work with for four years etc.

[joecity]

The best Americans are just like us 🇨🇦 And, Minnesotans are even the same temperature.

[sheritownsend]

So what, if Shapiro didn't get picked. This election is about ideas, not personality. Why wouldn't the people of PA vote for Walz if their governor likes him? Who else are they going to vote for, Trump and JDVance?

[erock]

One party is running on fear and retaliation and the other on optimism and positivity. I’ll take the latter of the two.

[alexleanh]

I don't get why Pennsylvania is a harder climb for Harris since she did not pick Shapiro??? First of all, most voters have already made up their mind. Secondly, the ones that are on the fence are not going to care about that. Third, even though he was not picked by Harris... Shapiro is still going to campaign hard for her in his state... it's not like he's going to quit supporting her. And lastly, Kamala and Walz can get Pennsylvania by themselves, without a doubt!!!

[AlexVembar]

Two individuals of integrity from modest backgrounds are on the Presidential and VP tickets; their selections are impervious to special interests.

[LayneRisnes]

We in Minnesota realize what a thoroughly decent and moral man governor Walz is. Some may not always agree with him but it doesn't negate what he's made of.

[fishdontscream-unmj]

YES!!! Keeping Shapiro in PA (he's awesome for here) and Kelly in AZ (sorely needed there). 2A weirdos can fkg relax. MAGA can't gay-bash or Jew-hate on him. Pete can keep working for us all. Walz is just such a LOGICAL (aka: sane) and BRILLIANT choice... 😁
Let's 🐈 😻 🥥 🌴 🇺🇸

[zachariahbarber]

I thank God every day that I am an American and not a Democrat.. especially today..
How embarrassing would that be 😂😂😂

[GrotrianSeiler]

The world loves this guy. So awesome. So much optimism

[kymbartley]

I'm so excited to vote for Harris and Walz! Smart, strong, and compassionate leaders. Yay!!!!

[mrhoneystinger]

You guys gonna report how his daughter called in the national guards positions during the blm riots so they wouldn't get arrested?

Didn't think so...

[tmgee]

Such an extremist.... no hungry kids, paid leave for parents, a woman's right to choose.

[d.m.]

With Harris I felt relief. With Walz I feel ecstatic!!! 🎊💙🎉

[christelsmith]

Great choice !!!!
‘La knows how to pick them!!!

[robfuzz]

I LOVE Walz. He's real and authentic. He's progressive but realistic. Harris/Walz just makes so much sense. Who could hate this guy?

[MyDeere]

Im from Minnesota and I approved our Governor as VP of the US. I do like Shapiro too but the choice is upon VP Harris and hers alone to make. Its good to have a good Governor like Shapiro to continue to support VP Harris even though he wasn't the one peing picked.

[ctbt]

Why would it be difficult if the governor is campaigning for her? 🤔

[pesky]

Minnesotan here. Walz is a pick for human decency with a backbone.