Tim Walz highlights service and policy goals at Democratic National Convention

By Asia MatthewsSpecial to the AFROMinnesota governor and vice presidential nominee, Tim Walz addressed the Democratic National Convention in Chicago with a speech reflecting on his extensive background in public service and his vision for the future. His remarks emphasized his diverse experiences and the policy initiatives he has championed throughout his career.“It’s the honor of my life to accept your nomination for vice president of the United States,” he said to a cheering crowd.Walz, who grew up in Butte, Nebraska, a town with a population of about 400, began his career in education and military service.& Democratic vice presidential nominee Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz during the Democratic National Convention Aug. 22, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)His father, a Korean War veteran, died from lung cancer shortly after Walz joined the Army National Guard. Walz served in the Guard for 24 years, a period that he cites as formative in his development as a public servant.Before entering politics, Walz taught social studies and coached a state champion football team at a Minnesota public high school.& Reflecting on his shift to public service, Walz recounted how his experiences with students and athletes inspired him to pursue a political career.& “They...