Minnesota Governor and Democratic Vice Presidential nominee Tim Walz campaigned in Wisconsin on Monday, urging Democrats to keep pushing hard in the final days leading up to the election.
At a rally in Green Bay, Walz referenced Vince Lombardi, the legendary Green Bay Packers coach, to emphasize the need for hard work and persistence: There is simply no substitute for work.
Walz’s visit, alongside Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, marked his fifth trip to Wisconsin since joining Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign.
Walz criticized Donald Trump, calling him a fascist to his core for suggesting he would use the military against his critics, and emphasized Harris’s commitment to democracy and individual rights.
Walz’s stop was part of a larger bus tour through Wisconsin, rallying Democratic support in key battleground areas like Green Bay and Eau Claire.
Key issues raised by supporters included reproductive rights, democracy, and economic concerns. Walz also paid homage to the Packers by touring Lambeau Field and meeting tribal leaders, highlighting his commitment to respecting Indigenous sovereignty.
Republican Party officials criticized Walz, pointing to his handling of Minnesota’s crises and accusing him of promoting extreme liberal policies. Despite Republican pushback, Walz remained focused on contrasting Harris’s platform with what he labeled as the extremism of Trump’s allies, referencing the conservative Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025.
Recent polls show Harris with a slight edge over Trump in Wisconsin, a critical swing state for both campaigns.