How Harris trusted her gut and picked Walz as her running mate

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View in browser|nytimes.com August 7, 2024 Vice President Kamala Harris was told she could win the White House with any of her three running-mate finalists. She trusted her gut in picking Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota. Hiroko Masuike/The New York Times Here's how Kamala Harris's choice came down to instinct. → Sign up for the On Politics newsletter. Your guide to the 2024 elections. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018