Tim Walz, a then-congressional candidate, broke a promise to deploy with his U.S. Army National Guard unit if deployed to Iraq while continuing his campaign. He ultimately left the military while the rest of his unit deployed to Iraq.
Key Points
Tim Walz's statement about being willing to leave his family behind to deploy to Iraq.
Walz did not retire as a Command Sergeant Major as claimed, but as a Master Sergeant.
Pros
Tim Walz's dedication to serving his country both as a congressional candidate and in the military.
Cons
Breaking a promise to deploy with his National Guard unit to Iraq despite previous statements.