“We’re Neighbors and We’re Not Weird”: Tim Walz Roasts Trump and Celebrates Detroit at Harris Rally
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Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz brought humor and energy to the stage at Kamala Harris’ rally in Detroit on Wednesday, taking the opportunity to praise the city and take jabs at Donald Trump.
Walz began his speech with optimism, stating, “I think we can all agree our future is pretty bright.” The Minnesota governor then praised Michigan’s spirit with his characteristic charm, saying, “Holy hell can you throw a party in Michigan,” to which the crowd responded with wide cheers.
During the rally, when a participant required medical attention, Walz paused to commend first responders. “Thank you for caring for your neighbors. Look, we share a lot of things. That’s one of them. We’re neighbors and we’re not weird,” he quipped, taking a subtle shot at his GOP rivals, told The Independent.
Walz accused Trump and J.D. Vance of trying to “steal the joy from this country.” He contrasted this with Harris, saying, “But our next president brings the joy. She emanates the joy.”
Turning his focus to Trump, Walz noted that the former president “sees the world a bit differently.” He continued, “He doesn’t know the first thing about service because he’s way too busy serving himself. This is a big difference, again and again. He does things that weaken our country, only to strengthen his own hand.”
Walz didn’t shy away from humor while criticizing Trump. “He mocks our laws. He sows chaos and division amongst the public. And that’s to say nothing of his record as president,” Walz said, doubling over with laughter.
Shifting to a serious tone, Walz blasted Trump’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic. “He froze during COVID. People lost their lives because of that. He drove the economy into the ground. And make no mistake, violent crime was up during Donald Trump’s presidency.”
Not one to miss a joke, Walz added, “And that’s not even the crimes he committed,” drawing more laughter from the audience.
Walz’s blend of humor and earnest criticism highlighted the differences between the Democratic and Republican tickets, emphasizing service and joy as central themes of the Harris-Walz campaign. His speech underscored the importance of leadership that prioritizes the well-being of the country over personal gain while celebrating the resilience and spirit of Detroit.
