Former Vice President Kamala Harris has revealed new details about her selection of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her 2024 running mate.
In her newly released book, 107 Days, Harris shared insights into the decision-making process behind choosing Walz over other contenders, including Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) and Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ).
Harris released 107 Days on Tuesday, calling it her account of running what she described as the shortest presidential campaign in modern history.
The book includes her behind-the-scenes perspective on the candidate interviews, her private reflections and her ultimate decision.
Harris said her team narrowed down the running mate pool to three finalists: Shapiro, Walz and Kelly.
Each candidate, according to Harris, brought a distinct style and set of strengths, but also challenges she believed would affect her campaign.
Of Walz, Harris noted that his authenticity stood out immediately.
She recalled that in his interview, “It was quickly clear to me that Tim had walked into that room feeling he wouldn’t get the job.”
She recounted that the first words Walz said were: “Whether or not you pick me, I’m going to do everything I can to get you elected.”
Harris said this established the tone of the