Walz says he ‘speaks like everybody else.’ And it’s not working for the campaign.

"Most politicians don't though" I agree with that.

 

I think a pro-Israel running mate would have dampened enthusiasm among a lot of young Democratic voters. Also historically the home state of the VP pick has traditionally been worth about 1 point in the polls.

I’m sure it was an extremely calculated choice that was made after examining mountains of data and focus groups etc.

I feel confident Walz was the right choice. Less potential downside, IMO.

 

I do like Tim’s cocaine energy.

 

I agree with some of the above but it’s impossible to have a good faith conversation with you because like Etgator1 you are just a mouthpiece for a tribe.

I think she picked Walz because
- the Palestine/Jewish thing
- wanting a regular blue collarish white guy to balance the ticket - her and Shapiro may look like two lawyer elites in suits
- the chemistry was better with Walz
- Walz is less of a threat as Shapiro has his own ambitions
- Walz seemed to be creating some buzz.

As I’ve said I think Shapiro would have been better due to PA popularity and he is generally more moderate. But let’s be honest about the assessment and the reasons.

 

Why would Democrats strategists and people who are close to Harris' team agree to start talking to Politico about Walz's issues now?

 

Alternative post had Harris picked Shapiro "Kamala messed up big time picking the slick, typical elitist politician instead of the relatable down-to-earth midwesterner who would have helped her secure the blue wall. Now because she was trying to capture the Jewish vote, along with Pennsylvania, she's going to lose Wisconsin and Michigan. Terrible miscalculation by Kamala."

 

And yet Tim Walz's favorabilty is higher than either of the presidential candidates as well as the other vice presidential candidate.

I would also add that even though he wasn't as remotely polished as JD Vance his favorables actually went up after the debate. Just maybe voters prefer a regular guy to a slick performer.

 

they wouldn’t.

 

Gosh, but for board rules, I could answer that question. Suffice it to say you are too hyper-partisan....probably more so than just about anyone of this site.

 

Trump needed a new VP because the prior one didn't appreciate him conspiring to kill him.

 

You just don't - and intellectually can't - get it.

 

And yet between the two presidential candidates and the two vice presidential candidates Tim Walz has the highest favorability ratings. As far as dumb is concerned no candidate can hold a candle to the guy who talks about batteries and sharks, wind mills, and last but not least a fictional cannibal.

 

So you are saying Politico made the story up?

 

This seems like a fun game.

"I need a V.P. who's not a rapist like I am."






You could also go with "I need a V.P. who is not a Racist like I am." Followed by "Not so fast, Mr. Vance! Just kidding--you're my V.P."

 

Also, Shapiro has no military experience, and Walz does. That counts in states that have military bases and have large numbers of (normal, not weird) conservatives.