Walz goes into dad mode to help person who becomes ill at rally

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Kamala Harris' vice president pick went into dad mode at the Harris-Walz Eau Claire, Wisconsin, rally when someone apparently began not feeling well. Walz stopped his speech to get the attendee help, and reminded people to drink water because it's hot out. Social media has exploded in recent weeks, calling Walz's vibe "big dad energy."

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[laurak]

“Take care of your neighbors” now this is a leader!!!

[Dave-zlky]

That's not Dad mode. That is being a human being. That is the way it is supposed to be. Harris and Walz will do well.

[sharondipaolo]

It’s about kindness. It is about helping your neighbor. It is not about mocking, or name-calling. What a refreshing reminder that THIS is who we are.

[tinkergnomad]

Taking care of a stranger was more important than begging for votes. That speaks volumes of his character.

[jakehalf]

He wasn’t moving on until he knew that person was ok. Rally took a backseat.

[mikek]

"Take care of your neighbors."

This is a very good human being.

[darrellosullivan]

How refreshing to see a candidate show his humanity. What a contrast with the name calling and unconcerned GOP candidates. THANK YOU

[sarahrose]

As a Minnesotan, I haven’t always agreed with Walz’s policies, but I do believe he is a genuine person who wants to do good instead of playing the game of politics.

[davidleedutton]

Such a big difference between this and, "I don't care about you; I just want your vote."

[OzzyInSpace]

Not only did he stop to help, but stopped the entire show until he knew that person was taken care of... party aside, character sure goes a LONG way.

[alexandrasinclaire]

I didn’t know Tim before. I never heard of him, but I just love him. He’s the real deal. He is beloved, he is smart, he is REAL after 9 years of fake hair, fake orange skin, fake personality REAL is exactly what America needs.

[darthbuzz]

English bloke here. Never even heard this geezer speak before and don't know how to pronounce his surname.
But he just made me cry a little by just being a decent man.
Thank you Kamala. And I really hope you can break the ALL male president chain. Ridiculous.

[jameswray]

This is a good man. The US would be fortunate to have him as our VP.

[wildlyunrulyadventures]

THIS is what we NEED!! A man who actually, genuinely CARES.

[amyhull]

It's also coach mode--watching steadily to see if players are still well on the field.

Dad-teacher-coach. Fantastic.

[dirkesterline]

You can see the genuine concern on his face. This is what will make America great again, caring for each other instead of putting each other down.

[rodeanabean]

And that's the difference between he and Vance. He naturally is a compassionate person.

[Naturebug]

HUMANITY right here. Stopped speech and was ready to jump in to help. About each other, kindness and helping. He waited until they were alright amd thanked the helpers. Real person, selfless, kind. Take care of each other. Thank you Kamala and Tim. This is leadership. No good doing a speech if everyone has heat stroke or worse ❤

[donnalayton]

People use to be kind to those around them and their neighbors. This is what America needs. We do not need someone who speaks ill of any and everyone. God bless Tim Walz.

[Salvino]

Good to see someone promoting kindness, NOT hate or aggression.