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Tim Walz: Some would say, 'Boy, this is getting way too political for a commencement address.' But I would argue: I wouldn't be…

On the recordMay 16, 2025
Some would say, 'Boy, this is getting way too political for a commencement address.' But I would argue: I wouldn't be honoring my oath if I didn't address this head on.
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Tim Walz
Democratic · Minnesota

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Walz defends his political remarks during a graduation speech as necessary.

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