Vice President Kamala Harris chose Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate, a moderate candidate with a background in education, the military, and hunting. Walz’s experience may attract rural Midwestern voters who have supported Trump. While Walz supports Israel’s right to exist and defend itself, he has also criticized actions that violate international law and condemned attacks on Palestinian civilians. Following a Hamas attack on Israel, Walz ordered flags in Minnesota to be flown at half-mast and urged clarity in condemning the violence. He has called for a permanent ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict and emphasized the need to acknowledge the suffering of Palestinian civilians. This nuanced approach to the conflict contrasts with the more mainstream Democratic position. Walz’s selection as Harris’ running mate may appeal to those looking for a candidate with a more nuanced view on the situation in Israel and Gaza.
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