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Podcast: On the Ballot
Episode: Walz wins the Veepstakes
Description: On this episode: Many observers of national politics might not have known much about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) before his ascendence over the last few weeks to become Kamala Harris' choice for a running mate, which became official last night.
Why'd Harris choose Walz over other front runners like Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro or Arizona Senator Mark Kelly? What's his record look like as a politician, and who might succeed him as governor in Minnesota? Is the Harris-Walz ticket official, or are there any more formalities left for them to secure the nomination...