Gov. Tim Walz’s remarks at a Columbus rally Tuesday were largely centered around getting people to early vote as the vice presidential nominee sought to solidify support for himself and Kamala Harris just a week out from Election Day.
Walz, the Democratic governor of Minnesota, hopes he and Vice President Harris can turn Georgia blue for the second consecutive presidential election. Election experts have identified the Peach State as a swing state again this time around after it proved crucial for President Joe Biden’s victory in 2020.
Walz urged Democratic supporters to keep momentum in the week leading up to Nov. 5, telling the crowd that “we can win this thing.”
“We’ve got 2 minutes on the clock, and we’ve got the damn ball,” Walz said.
Prior to his speech at the Columbus Georgia Convention and Trade Center, Walz also visited Iron Bank Coffee Shop in downtown Columbus to speak with educators.
It was standing room only inside the venue as a DJ entertained attendees before Walz spoke. Walz kicked off his speech letting supporters know that there are still undecided voters as Election Day draws near.