Kamala Harris explains why she picked Tim Walz as running mate in new statement

Vice President Kamala Harris has officially selected Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, saying in a statement posted to social media, "As a governor, a coach, a teacher, and a veteran, [Walz has] delivered for working families like his." CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.

[JPCurtis-ed]

Veterans, Teachers, Children, Farmers, working class!!

[winteronyt]

My teacher in 5th grade (I’m in 7th, yea, young) was actually Governor Walz’s daughter in law. One day, he came to visit the class. It was a cool experience! Just a fun fact!

[leoveenman]

Walz is a guy I would like to have at my barbeque.

[johnpyle]

Fantastic choice. Nobody is better than Walz in being able to convince the center that progressive policies are as American as apple pie, real kitchen table stuff.

[FGP_Pro]

This is a very good sign, she made the right choice. Best case scenario. The excitement for their campaign will increase.

[CBG]

Saying Kamala explains why, while somone else actually explains why.

[gholset]

Excitement, lol.
Kamala would say "There is excitement, and that's exciting. It's exciting because excitement is exciting."

[ryans]

Walz is a great pick. It keeps the party together and limits the liabilities Gov Shapiro had.

[steverousseau]

I was contemplating about voting again because of America stance in the Gaza debacle but I am ready to vote Blue

[Sheistyscorpion]

Good pick. He’s fairly young, well versed in politics and is passionate about helping those that need the help.

[carolalmero]

Governor Walz is an excellent speaker. The video of him signing the order for free breakfast and lunch for all kids made me proud to think what America can become. Love over hate! It’s obvious a troll farm is on this site.

[typhoonsd]

Harris explains why Tim Walz was chosen for her.

[maritzarodriguez]

How about working for the poor and senior citizens who at 70 to 80 still have to work. Ss is not even. They need help.😢

[jhoo]

Boy the dems really brought out the big guns with these two😂

[dancemaniac]

I was Team Mark Kelly but am getting to know Tim Walz. The more i learn the more excited i am. I thought this election was going to be a doozy until Biden dropped out.

[CB-myue]

Great choice! Glad to see that Kamala made the effort to find the right person to be apart of her team and support the agenda she has for the American people.

[agnestaavao]

We greatly appreciate Leaders who cares about families 👪 💜 🙏 ❤️

[djbrothamax]

Doesn't Tim Walz remind you of Jimmy Carter or does anyone remember 🤔

[lemlai]

! ! “Kamala Harris & Tim Walz” ! ! A great day for the American people, a joyful day for the Democratic Party. But also a painful and worry day for Weirdos and MAGA.

[jimlutz]

I can't think of another instance where a single WORD (an Adjective, no less) would alter the course of American history. It's just plain WEIRD!