Former Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz said it has been “pure hell” since the Democratic Party lost the presidential election last November. In an interview with MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow, Walz expressed his own frustration and disappointment, stating that he and his running mate, Kamala Harris, knew the implications of their loss and are still trying to come to terms with it.
Walz blamed the Republican Party’s agenda, stating that it’s been “game on” since President Donald Trump’s return to office. He warned that the president’s supporters are trying to take the country back to the past and are using tactics like gaslighting and fear-mongering to achieve their goals.
To counter this, Walz urged Democrats to stay focused and not take the bait on distractions. He advised them to surround themselves with people who understand the importance of issues like environmental concerns, justice, and criminal justice reform, and to recognize that these are the things that make society better.
Walz also urged Democrats to use the courts to push back against the Republican agenda, but he expressed caution, stating that President Trump won’t care what the courts say even if his party takes that route. He also emphasized the importance of taking it to the individual people and showing what each of these programs does and what it means for their lives.
Overall, Walz’s message to Democrats is one of perseverance and resilience, urging them to stay strong and continue to fight for what they believe in, even in the face of adversity.
