Minnesota Governor Tim Walz accepted the Democratic Party's vice-presidential nomination at the Democratic National Convention, delivering an impassioned speech that emphasized his background as a high school teacher, football coach, and National Guard soldier. Walz highlighted his personal struggles and triumphs, including the financial support his family received from social programs and his and his wife's journey through fertility treatments. He contrasted the Democrats' vision of freedom, focusing on healthcare and social justice, with the Republicans’ agenda. Walz's speech aimed to introduce himself to the nation and appeal to rural and blue-collar voters. Oprah Winfrey and Bill Clinton also spoke at the convention, supporting the Harris-Walz ticket. Walz's candidacy is seen as crucial in securing key battleground states for the Democrats.