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Democratic Vice President Picks Pro-Choice Governor Tim Walz as Running Mate
Walz and Wife Gwen Open About Fertility Struggles
High-Profile Supporters of Reproductive Technology
Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate, a move that solidifies the Democratic ticket's strong stance on abortion rights and access to fertility treatment.
In April, the Tim Walz for Governor campaign office sent out a fundraising letter in an envelope that featured a photo of the governor and his wife, Gwen, along with their two sons. The letter described the couple's struggles with infertility and their decision to use in vitro fertilization (IVF) to conceive their children.
The Walzes' openness about their fertility journey has made them advocates for reproductive rights and access to fertility treatment. In a statement released Tuesday, Harris praised Walz's commitment to these issues.
“Governor Walz has been a champion for reproductive rights and access to fertility treatment throughout his career,” Harris said. “He understands the challenges that many families face when trying to conceive, and he is committed to ensuring that all families have the opportunity to build the future they want.”
Walz's selection as Harris's running mate is a clear signal that the Democratic Party is committed to protecting and expanding reproductive rights. In recent years, several states have passed laws restricting access to abortion and fertility treatment. These laws have disproportionately impacted low-income families and families of color.
The Walzes' story is a reminder that infertility is a common experience. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 10% of women in the United States experience infertility. IVF is a safe and effective treatment for infertility, but it can be expensive and is not covered by all insurance plans.
The Walzes' advocacy for reproductive rights and access to fertility treatment is a powerful reminder that these issues are important to families across the country. Their story is a reminder that we must continue to fight for the rights of all families to build the future they want.
Key Points
- Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate.
- Walz and his wife, Gwen, have been open about their struggles with infertility.
- The Walzes are strong supporters of reproductive rights and access to fertility treatment.
- Harris's selection of Walz as her running mate is a clear signal that the Democratic Party is committed to protecting and expanding reproductive rights.
- Infertility is a common experience, and IVF is a safe and effective treatment for infertility.
- The Walzes' story is a reminder that we must continue to fight for the rights of all families to build the future they want.
Additional Resources
- CDC: Infertility
- Resolve: The National Infertility Association
- American Pregnancy Association: Infertility