In recent news, the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) expressed their approval for Vice President Kamala Harris’s choice of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) as her running mate. This announcement was made on X, a platform where members such as Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and Representative Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) are active. The DSA praised Harris’s decision to select Walz, stating that it demonstrated “the world the DSA” and its allies on the left are a force not to be ignored.
According to the group, their collective action has made it clear that change is needed. They highlighted how DSA members have organized in their workplaces and unions to realign the labor movement to support Palestinian liberation. The announcement comes shortly after Kamala Harris revealed her pride in choosing Tim Walz as her running mate.
Before this decision, there were rumors that Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro (D) might be a potential candidate for Harris’s running mate position. However, reports suggested that some within the Democrat Party were opposed to Shapiro due to his pro-Israel stance.
Tim Walz has previously signed a bill requiring schools in Minnesota to stock boys’ bathrooms with period products. He also signed a bill allowing approximately 77,000 eligible undocumented immigrants to receive driver’s licenses. Additionally, under Walz’s administration, Minnesota has offered eligible undocumented students free college tuition. Furthermore, the state has become a sanctuary for those seeking refuge and has permitted minors to undergo sex changes.
This announcement from the Democratic Socialists of America highlights their support for Vice President Kamala Harris’s choice in Tim Walz as her running mate. The decision signifies a powerful collaboration between the DSA, its leftist allies, and the political landscape, showcasing their collective ability to drive change and promote their values.