US Elections: Walz Accepts Democratic VP Nomination
The Facts
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Wednesday accepted the Democratic Party's nomination for vice president on the third night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago in front of thousands of delegates, many who held signs reading "Coach Walz" in red, white, and blue.
Walz, a former high school football coach, used many football references during his speech, including painting the Democrats as down a "field goal" in the "fourth quarter" and "on offense." He added the Democrats are "the right team" and they're "going to leave it on the field. That's how we'll keep moving forward."
The Spin
Walz's coachspeak was apropos considering the type of leadership he and Harris are offering the American people. The Harris/Walz ticket is determined to turn the page from the Trump era and move America forward. This speech hit all the right notes to relate to average Americans and win over their hearts and minds.
Walz's speech was short, lacked substance, and spent a lot of time touting his resume — details of which have come under scrutiny. Democrats think they're going to win on vibes and feelings, but the American people want policies that will make the country and their lives better.
