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We Won't Be Swiftboated Again! Tim Walz Served With Honor | Opinion

This election year has been the most unpredictable in generations. Since the start, pundits and commentators have compared 2024 to 1968. Aside from the DNC being held in Chicago, there are plenty of other parallels. In just the past few weeks, the sitting president has dropped out of the race, his vice president has become the Democratic nominee, and her opponent was the subject of an assassination attempt.

Now, America is getting to know Harris' running mate and current Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. In many ways, Walz is the perfect pick in a chaotic year. He's a father, a former teacher and coach, and a man who retired from the National Guard after 24 years of service. Compared to the Republican VP pick, J.D. Vance, Walz is a friendly and likable person—someone voters can feel comfortable talking to no matter what they do, what they look like, or where they come from.

That's why Walz's opponents are coming hard for him, because his broad and authentic appeal is a threat in this tight race. Political campaigns can be rough. But attacking Walz's military record is disgusting and unacceptable.

Let's start with the accusation against Walz and look at just how insane it is. According to Vance, Walz deserted his command as his unit was set to deploy. After more than two decades of service—according to the Silicon Valley venture capitalist—Walz got out of the military just in time to avoid a tour of duty.