Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D), Vice President Kamala Harris’s running mate for the 2024 election, is under fire for comments he made in the 1990s when he praised the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to students at a Nebraska high school. In a 1991 article published by the Alliance Times-Herald, Walz described Chinese communism as a system where “everyone shares” and is provided with necessities like food and housing equally.
Walz’s comments to his students emphasized how the Chinese government ensures that “everyone is the same,” regardless of profession, with both doctors and construction workers earning the same income. However, his portrayal of the CCP’s policies left out significant details, particularly the severe human rights abuses associated with China’s one-child policy. Instead of addressing the reality of forced abortions and sterilizations, Walz described the policy as merely a tax on families exceeding the limit.
These past remarks have resurfaced at a critical time, with Walz now facing an investigation by the House Oversight Committee into his connections with Chinese officials. Critics argue that his praise of Chinese communism raises serious concerns about his judgment and his suitability to serve as vice president.
As the campaign progresses, these revelations could become a focal point for conservative voters wary of any candidate who appears sympathetic to authoritarian regimes. The Harris-Walz ticket will likely face increasing scrutiny as more questions arise about Walz’s past views and connections.
