Minnesota Governor Tim Walz Energizes Democrats at South Carolina Convention
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Minnesota Governor Tim Walz made waves at the South Carolina Democratic state convention, employing bold rhetoric to rally activists. As the party’s potential 2024 vice presidential nominee, Walz sought to leverage the national attention gained with Kamala Harris as her running mate.
During his keynote speech, Walz passionately criticized former President Donald Trump, urging Democrats to be more assertive in their opposition. "When it’s a bully like Donald Trump, you bully the s—- out of him," he declared, inciting applause from the audience. He acknowledged the challenges ahead for Democrats, particularly in a state where they have not won a statewide election in nearly two decades.
Walz’s remarks were part of a busy agenda that included appearances at a fundraising dinner and an after-party fish fry hosted by Rep. Jim Clyburn. Alongside Maryland Governor Wes Moore, Walz has been testing his messaging in South Carolina, a state critical in the Democratic presidential primary calendar.
"The existential threat that is Donald Trump continues to loom," Walz stated, reflecting the party’s ongoing debates about its future direction after the last election. He encouraged unity among Democrats, hoping to inspire confidence and enthusiasm in their fight against Republican dominance.
Although Walz has not declared his candidacy for a third gubernatorial term or a potential presidential run in 2028, he remains a prominent figure. Recent travels to early-voting states have kept speculation alive. Recently, he communicated his intentions to continue engaging with constituents in states he perceives as neglected by Republican representatives.
Amid ongoing discussions about the party’s strategy, Walz’s assertive approach resonates with many Democrats calling for stronger opposition against Trump. He aims to inspire a fighting spirit within his party as the 2024 elections approach.
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