Staff Reports
Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, a poster child for extreme leftist ideology, as her running mate for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. This is a decision that raises eyebrows among many, considering Walz’s advocacy for policies that most would categorize as radical, such as supporting abortions right up until birth and endorsing gender-altering surgeries for children. It’s no secret—his policymaking shows a dedication to ideology that many Americans find alarming.
Interestingly, a recent poll revealed that many voters are scratching their heads over Walz. It turns out that an astonishing number of respondents—nearly half—admitted they didn’t know enough about Walz to form an opinion. This isn’t surprising given that Walz has spent much time operating from behind the veil of a blue-state bubble. It does, however, raise questions about how this radical leftist could be a suitable choice for a national ticket. While Harris touts the selection as a win, the average American seems to be collectively shrugging.
A New Poll Shows How Americans Feel About Walz As Harris’ Running Mate https://t.co/zelHFvCCwq
— Dr. Kenneth Warner (@wrestlerkw7) August 8, 2024
When dissecting more of the polling information, it becomes evident that the voter landscape is anything but unified when it comes to the Harris-Walz partnership. Only 35 percent of voters believe that Walz is the best or an acceptable choice for Harris, while 16 percent categorize him as a total flop. The rest? They’re sitting on the fence, chewing their nails and remaining uncertain, much like someone trying to figure out what to believe in a climate of chaos.
Despite the skepticism from the average voter, Walz did see a bump in net favorability shortly after being named as Harris’ running mate, rising from a mere +1 to a quite remarkable +15. This uptick mirrors a trend seen with former President Trump’s running mate, J.D. Vance, who also experienced an increase in popularity following his selection. However, one can’t help but wonder if this is simply a reaction to Harris’ name rather than an endorsement of Walz himself. After all, when you’re flying under the radar for so long, any attention can feel like a boost—especially when that attention is courtesy of the Vice President.
Notably, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi came out swinging to defend Walz, characterizing him as “right down the middle.” This is a line so classic it could be a refrain in a leftist musical, especially since it comes from Pelosi, who has crafted her image as the queen of the radical left. Celebrating Walz’s “middle-ground” status means rebranding leftist ideals as moderate—idealistic, to say the least, and politically expedient, to say the most.
In an age where media narratives are crafted with expert precision, the claim that a staunch advocate for radical policies is “right down the middle” reflects the depths of leftist denial. If his leadership in Minnesota is any indication, voters are likely to see through this smoke-and-mirrors act as they prepare for a pivotal election. Time will tell if the public embraces (or recoils from) the duo of Harris and Walz come November, but one thing’s for sure: this pairing has made quite the splash in the conservative pond.
