Harris' running mate, minnesota governor tim walz, boasts progressive health care record
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WASHINGTON — With Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, Vice President Kamala Harris has tapped a fiery advocate for public health and abortion rights. Harris chose Walz as her vice
presidential pick Tuesday morning. The pair have less than 100 days before Election Day to rally voters to the new Democratic ticket. Walz emerged as a frontrunner for the role in part due
to his record of defending abortion access, gender-affirming care, and the national Covid-19 response. Walz was early to instate Covid-19 shutdowns and social distancing policies, earning
criticism from state Republicans and then-President Trump, who tweeted “LIBERATE MINNESOTA!” in April 2020. State Republicans have since sued over his early Covid-19 response, including mask
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