During the closing statements of the recent vice presidential debate, Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota highlighted his astonishment at the extensive backing Vice President Kamala Harris has garnered from a wide range of political beliefs. He remarked on the coalition Harris has built, spanning supporters from Bernie Sanders to Dick Cheney to Taylor Swift, underscoring their shared optimism and belief in a better political landscape for the nation.
Expressing his admiration for Harris's stance on democracy, Walz emphasized the significance of supporting a system that values every individual's freedom and ability to make choices for themselves. He contrasted Harris's platform with that of GOP Senator JD Vance, asserting that while Vance aligns himself with Donald Trump's agenda, Harris offers a different, more joyful political option that centers on real solutions for the middle class. Walz praised Harris for advocating for an opportunity economy that benefits all and for promoting the idea that freedom should empower individuals to decide for themselves rather than allowing government intrusion into personal matters.