CHICAGO (NEXSTAR) – Governor Tim Walz, Vice President Kamala Harris’ new running mate, takes center stage to accept the party’s nomination for VP Wednesday night.
Democrats are dubbing the day Walz Wednesday. It will be one of the first times Governor Walz will have the national spotlight since Vice President Harris announced him as her running mate just two weeks ago.
Polling shows he’s still a relatively unknown name to the majority of Americans, making Wednesday night’s introduction a crucial moment for the party.
Minnesotans at the convention say voters will fall in love with the man they describe as a good neighbor.
“For the nation to find out what kind of governor we have,” said Minnesota delegate J.P. Barone.
The Harris-Walz campaign expects the veteran, dad and former teacher to build on this week’s momentum.
The Obama’s fired up the convention Tuesday night.
“America’s ready for a new chapter America is ready for a better story,” said Barack Obama.
Former president Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama delivered a sharp rebuke of Donald Trump.
“Who’s gonna tell him that the job he’s currently seeking might just be one of those black jobs,” said Michelle Obama.
They called on voters to show up this November.
“Whether you’re a Democrat, Republican, Independent or none of the above. This is our time to stand up,” said Michelle Obama.
Wednesday night speakers will include former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and former president Bill Clinton.