Voters in the battleground state of Wisconsin have shared their opinions on Gov. Tim Walz, the running mate of Vice President Harris, with varying perspectives emerging from different counties.
Some voters, like Diana Altwies from Waukesha County, expressed unfamiliarity with Walz, questioning, 'Who's Tim Walz?' Altwies, a supporter of former President Donald Trump, indicated her intention to vote for Trump again in the upcoming election.
Interviews conducted in Milwaukee, Kenosha, and Waukesha counties revealed a range of sentiments towards Walz. Brian Morawski from Milwaukee County criticized Walz, describing him as 'completely stupid' and 'relatable as somebody that I really dislike.'
Concerns were raised about Walz's communication style, with Kathy Przekwas from Kenosha County stating that she sees through him and disapproves of his approach, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Walz's handling of the pandemic, including the implementation of a hotline for reporting social distancing violations, drew criticism from some voters.
While some, like Wisconsin Democratic Party Chairman Ben Wikler, praised Walz for embodying the qualities of a good neighbor that resonate with Wisconsin voters, others, such as Wisconsin Republican Party Executive Director Andrew Iverson, highlighted perceived failures in Walz's record.
Comparisons were drawn between Walz and Sen. JD Vance, Trump's running mate, with Iverson noting that many Wisconsinites are more enthusiastic about Vance due to his compelling personal story as an author and his Midwestern roots.
Overall, the reception towards Gov. Tim Walz among Wisconsin voters appears to be mixed, with divergent opinions reflecting varying perceptions of his leadership and relatability.
