‘A good vibes candidate’: Harris’ VP pick Walz appeals to working class Americans, say analysts
‘A good vibes candidate’: Harris’ VP pick Walz appeals to working class Americans, say analysts
- August 7, 2024
- Louis DeSipio, Chicano/Latino studies and poli sci, Channel News Asia, Aug. 7, 2024
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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, a working-class politician with a rural background, is an appealing option for Democrats and independents – and perhaps even moderate Republican voters. … In terms of his political career, Walz has “talent” along with a track record of legislative achievements and election wins, said Louis DeSipio, political science professor at the University of California, Irvine. … “(The Democrats) very quickly need to introduce him to the American people. There's hope that he'll speak to football dads and older white voters,” said DeSipio. “He gets a couple weeks to try out, and then we'll know if this was a good or bad decision on Harris' part. So far, (the reception has been) positive.”
For the full story, please visit https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/usa-presidential-election-tim-walz-kamala-harris-democrats-analysts-4532951.
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