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 Tim Walz is an American politician serving as the 41st governor of Minnesota since January 2019, and the 2024 Vice Presidential pick by Kamala Harris. Born on April 6, 1964, in West Point, Nebraska, Walz has a diverse background in education, military service, and public service. He graduated from Chadron State College in Nebraska and later earned a master's degree in educational leadership from Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Before entering politics, Walz was a high school teacher and coach, which earned him the recognition as Minnesota Teacher of the Year. He also served in the Army National Guard for 24 years, retiring with the rank of Command Sergeant Major.
Walz began his political career in 2006 when he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Minnesota's 1st congressional district. During his tenure in Congress, he focused on veterans' affairs, agriculture, and education. As governor, Walz has prioritized healthcare, education, and infrastructure, and has been recognized for his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Known for his bipartisan approach, Walz continues to advocate for policies that aim to improve the lives of Minnesotans, emphasizing collaboration and pragmatic solutions.Copyright 2024 Quiet. Please Sciences sociales
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  • Tim Walz: Historic 3rd Term Bid | Biography Flash

    Tim Walz: Historic 3rd Term Bid | Biography Flash
    Sep 20 2025
    Tim Walz Biography Flash a weekly Biography.

    Tim Walz has been squarely in the national and state spotlight this week following his headline-making announcement that he is running for a historic third term as Minnesota’s governor. With a packed Minneapolis hall roaring in support on Friday, September 19—barely hours ago—Walz took the stage to launch his re-election campaign and set himself up to make Minnesota history as the first person to win three four-year terms since the state switched to this system six decades ago. According to CBS News, he declared “governing like good neighbors is not just what Minnesotans want from us; it is what they demand from us. Because we believe we’re One Minnesota.” Throughout the rally, Walz did not avoid hot-button issues, making clear that tackling gun violence is front and center after the shocking assassination of state representative Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, as well as a mass shooting at Annunciation. He vowed to use the “power of this office to help stop the bloodshed” and called for bipartisan courage, insisting some Republicans must help remove “weapons of war off our streets and out of our schools.”

    Earlier this week on Tuesday morning, Walz kicked off a media blitz and posted a two-minute campaign video across his social media in which he affirmed “We’ve made historic progress in our state, but we’re not done yet. I’m staying in the fight—and I need you with me.” This message quickly spread, with outlets such as Fox News and MPR News highlighting Walz's sharpened critiques of Donald Trump and the GOP, as well as his appeal to Minnesota’s sense of resilience after a tumultuous year. He didn’t shy away from mentioning his time as the 2024 Democratic vice presidential nominee, noting how his brief but intense spell in the eye of national politics both raised his profile and brought tougher scrutiny of his record and personal biographical details.

    Reporters have pointed out that Walz faces real challenges as he seeks this third term. His support in greater Minnesota has waned and opposition Republicans—like former state senator Scott Jensen, healthcare tech executive and Army veteran Kendall Qualls, and state rep Kristin Robbins—are sharpening their campaigns. Fox News and the Star Tribune note Walz now touts more than one million dollars in the bank, giving him the power of incumbency, but he will be “bucking history.”

    On the public appearance front, beyond the campaign and statewide tour, Walz is scheduled as a featured speaker for the California Democratic Party’s 2025 State Convention on May 31 in Anaheim. Party leaders such as Rusty Hicks have lauded his history as a teacher, veteran, and champion for working families.

    Despite a few controversies—including a highly publicized comparison between ICE agents and Nazi Germany’s Gestapo, for which he has refused to apologize—Walz is leaning into his reputation as a bold and sometimes blunt leader. On social media, Tim Walz has remained highly active, sharing updates on X, Instagram, and Facebook, echoing his messages of unity and hope while once again framing himself as a defender against “the chaos, corruption, and cruelty coming out of Washington.”

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  • Biography Flash: Tim Walz Eyes 3rd Term Amid Gun Reform Push & COVID Action

    Biography Flash: Tim Walz Eyes 3rd Term Amid Gun Reform Push & COVID Action
    Sep 13 2025
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    Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has been making headlines this week for signaling his near-certain intention to seek a third term in office. While he stopped short of an official confirmation, speaking Wednesday at an Inver Grove Heights elementary school, Walz told reporters, I think that's a safe assumption when asked about running again in 2026, adding that a formal announcement should be expected in the coming days. He emphasized the privilege of his role and his desire not to "switch horses mid-stream," referencing the work left to do for the state, particularly following a tough summer marked by tragedy and soul-searching for his family and administration, as reported by KARE 11 and Fox 9.

    Walz’s possible reelection bid is deeply intertwined with Minnesota’s recent surge in gun violence, most notably the politically motivated shooting at Annunciation Church and the fatal attack on state political leaders earlier this summer. He’s spent considerable time attending memorial services for those lost, meeting with affected families, and rallying lawmakers toward commonsense gun reforms. Walz is actively organizing a special legislative session, expressing certainty it will happen, with or without pre-agreement from legislative leaders. He has publicly declared that the session’s main focus will be on firearms regulations, including proposals for an assault weapons ban, high-capacity magazine clips, safe storage laws, liability insurance, and strengthening the state’s red flag law. Fox 9 and CBS News Minnesota note Walz's comments on the urgency and pain fueling these actions, saying, "We have got to do something to make our streets safer, make our schools safer, and do some commonsense things." However, given the political makeup of the legislature, passing major reforms will be a challenge, a point echoed by analysts on KSTP.

    Another significant move came in public health: Walz issued an executive order making COVID-19 vaccines more easily accessible for Minnesotans, particularly after federal changes limited booster availability. His order gives health professionals more flexibility and positions Minnesota as a leader in pushing back against politicized limits on vaccine distribution, according to the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy.

    On social media, Walz has kept active, weighing in on national controversies. On September 7, he posted pointed criticism of presidential rhetoric online, reacting to Donald Trump’s inflammatory comments about Chicago and immigration. There’s speculation in the blogosphere about Walz’s leadership style in crisis, contrasting him sharply with Trump, especially given the polarized reactions to recent acts of political violence targeting Democrats. Jewish Dems commented that Walz’s response to tragedy marked him as a figure of unity, calling out silence from other leaders and distinguishing his approach as one Minnesota needs.

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  • Biography Flash: Tim Walz - Guns, Gaffes, and Governing in the Spotlight

    Biography Flash: Tim Walz - Guns, Gaffes, and Governing in the Spotlight
    Sep 9 2025
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    Tim Walz has been front and center on the national stage this past week, shaping his legacy and making headlines with a series of bold moves and controversial moments. The biggest development comes in the wake of the horrific Annunciation Church shooting in Minneapolis, as Walz is leading calls for a special legislative session to advance a sweeping set of gun control measures. He’s publicly proposed a ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, safe storage laws, liability insurance, and a tougher red flag law. This has ignited fierce debate in Minnesota, with advocacy groups like Moms Demand Action accusing him of dragging his feet while Republican legislators push back, arguing for improved mental health resources and security in schools instead. Walz doubled down in media interviews, saying, “We just have more guns, and the wrong types of guns are on the streets,” as reported in Minnesota outlets. The question of whether Minnesota will act on gun reform is now a central biographical note for his governorship, with the outcome of this gun debate likely to shape his political legacy for years to come.

    On public appearances, Walz was a featured speaker at a major labor union event this Monday, where he couldn’t resist weighing in on recent social media rumors about former President Donald Trump. With the phrase "Trump is Dead" trending over the weekend, Walz joked to the crowd, “Just saying, there will be news sometime,” playfully mimicking Trump’s signature hand gestures. Congressman Tom Emmer quickly blasted Walz online for this, accusing him of poor taste and a lack of leadership—a clear sign that Walz remains both a national lightning rod and a relentless political showman.

    On the policy front, Walz issued a high-profile executive order yesterday, aimed at preserving access to vaccines in Minnesota even as federal support potentially wanes. This order instructs the state’s health department to broaden vaccine distribution efforts and ensure that COVID-19 and routine vaccines remain accessible to all, a move Walz says distinguishes Minnesota as a model for science-based public health policy, according to Fox 9.

    On social media, Walz continued to publicly spar with Trump, rebuking a recent post in which Trump suggested military action against Chicago. Walz wrote that “there’s nothing normal about the President declaring war on an American city,” amplifying his national profile as a Democratic counterweight to the Trump brand. Meanwhile, local mayors and activists are looking to Walz for decisive action, rallying outside the Capitol with Moms Demand Action and elevating the urgency around gun reform.

    Looking to the future, the California Democratic Party has unveiled Walz as a featured speaker at their 2025 state convention, further cementing his status as a significant figure in the party’s national ecosystem.

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would love to have learned more about him than just the base facts. Hope he narrates his autobiography one day

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