Lisa Demuth of the Minnesota House of Representatives calls out Gov. Tim Walz for his 'far extreme policies' on 'America Reports.' Kamala Harris picked Tim Walz as her running mate, which has sparked both praise and criticism from media and commentators.
Key Points
Walz is praised for his folksy Midwestern charm and rural American persona
Critics attack him for his very liberal policies and handling of certain issues
The choice of Walz as a running mate has sparked both support and backlash
Pros
Walz is seen as embodying the proud, resilient, hard-working, patriotic middle of the country
He has a great personal story, including 24 years in the National Guard
Cons
Critics view Walz as a hardline progressive leftist
He faced criticism for his handling of the Minneapolis riots after George Floyd's murder