Tim Walz

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Tim Walz

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Vice President
Date of Birth April 6, 1964 (Age: 62)
Overall Community Sentiment: Leaning Supportive

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Overview
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Personal Background

Tim Walz holds a solid foundation in education and leadership. He graduated from Butte High School and earned a Bachelor of Science in social science education from Chadron State College. Walz pursued further studies, obtaining a master's degree and working on his Doctor of Education. Early in his career, he served in the Texas Army National Guard and worked in various roles, including as an instructor in the Arkansas Army National Guard. His professional journey includes a notable focus on education, as evidenced by his master's thesis on improving human rights and genocide studies in high schools. Walz's leadership capabilities are further underscored by his transition from the private sector to significant roles in public service.

Political Ideas

Tim Walz blends moderate and progressive policy stances, advocating for human rights education and free menstrual products in schools. His rhetorical style includes unexpected alignments, such as supporting environmental regulations that benefit regional industries. Walz's personal life, including his son's neurodivergence, informs his advocacy for inclusive policies. He also coined the term "weird" to describe opponents, showcasing a folksy yet sharp political edge.

Campaigns
2024: U.S.A. Vice President

Election History

Vice President of the United States

75,017,613 votes (48.32%)

Loss

Winner: J.D. Vance

2022: Minnesota State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

2022 Minnesota gubernatorial election

1,312,349 votes (52.27%)

Win

Democratic-Farmer-Labor primary results

416,973 votes (96.54%)

Win
2018: Minnesota State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

Minnesota gubernatorial election, 2018

1,393,096 votes (53.84%)

Win

Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party primary results

242,832 votes (41.60%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Minnesota's 1st congressional district, 2016

169,074 votes (50.30%)

Win
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Minnesota's 1st congressional district, 2014

122,851 votes (54.20%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Minnesota's 1st congressional district, 2012

193,211 votes (57.50%)

Win
2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Minnesota's 1st Congressional district election, 2010

122,365 votes (49.30%)

Win
2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Minnesota's 1st Congressional district election, 2008

207,753 votes (62.50%)

Win
2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

United States House of Representatives elections in Minnesota District 1

141,622 votes (53.70%)

Win