27/08/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 27/08/2024 23:31
Nearly a month ago, the Republican Party formally nominated their candidates for President and Vice President, and just this past week in Chicago the Democratic Party also selected their nominees. While many are familiar with those names at the top of the ticket, the individuals slated at VP for this cycle are likely new names for most. In this week's Rural Matters, we are going to look at the backgrounds of each of the VP nominees. If you're interested in more policy details, I'd direct you to the a great write-up from the National Grain & Feed Association newsletter.
Governor Tim Walz
Background: Tim Walz served from 2007 to 2019, representing Minnesota's rural 1st congressional district. He was a member of the House Agriculture Committee, where he served on the House Agriculture Forestry Subcommittee and the House Agriculture Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development Subcommittee. Since 2019, Walz has served as Governor of the State of Minnesota.
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Senator J.D. Vance
Background: J.D. Vance entered politics and was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2022, representing Ohio. He had worked as a legislative staffer on the hill during college and after law school briefly. During his time on the hill, he's been a vocal advocate for rural and agricultural communities.
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The November election is important, with critical and contested races up and down the ballot. It is important that you educate yourself on the candidates, make an informed choice, and then get out to vote in-person on November 5th or request an absentee ballot at least 15 days before the election.