Why Tim Walz Can Help Democrats Overcome Trump

When Vice-President Kamala Harris chose Tim Walz as her running mate, it was a moment of joy. We are tired of hate and division. Walz is a happy warrior who wants to include everyone in the American dream.

In a New York Times Op-Ed, author Sarah Smarsh explains why Tim Walz is a much-needed voice for the Democrats.

"The rural white working class is not a monolith. Among them remains a large and consequential minority of sensible people who even in their vulnerable economic state remain unmoved by charlatans blaming immigrants while amassing corporate wealth."

"That for all the loud racism, homophobia and jingoism of today's Republican Party — which indeed has dominated elections outside metropolitan areas — the real rural America is diverse, full of immigrants, people of color, gay and transgender people and native peoples, and even straight white folks who happily work and live alongside them."

Americans share more similarities than differences. But Trump and the GOP have made it their mission to try to divide people. Smarsh describes the pain of Trump and GOP co-opting parts of the rural life for their gain.

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