He boasted about his own background, sharing his experiences in the Army National Guard and as a high school teacher.
Democratic vice presidential candidate and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz celebrates with his family during the Democratic National Convention, Wednesday, August 21, 2024, in Chicago.
“It was these players and my students who inspired me to run for Congress. They saw in me what I wanted to convey to them: a commitment to the common good,” he said.
He also drew attention to his political achievements, winning particular acclaim for his policy of providing free breakfast and lunch in Minnesota’s public schools.
Walz said that while Republicans banned books from schools, “we banned hunger from our schools.”
And then he fulfilled the duty of a loyal number two: he supported his boss.
“If you’re a middle-class family or trying to move into the middle class, Kamala Harris will lower your taxes,” he said. “If you’re hoping to buy a home, Kamala Harris will help you make it more affordable.”
And then, in true Friday Night Lights style, he called for action using a football metaphor.
“We’re down a field goal, but we’re on offense and we have the ball,” he said, before touting Harris as the team leader. “We’re charging down the field and boy, do we have the right team.”
