"I think all of us know, the Electoral College needs to go. We need a national popular vote," Walz said during a fundraising event at the home of Gov. Gavin Newsom, thereby aligning himself with a majority of American voters who favor direct democracy. However, Walz emphasized that winning the current election required focusing on the Electoral College, stressing the importance of swing states such as Beaver County, Pennsylvania, and Reno, Nevada.
During a campaign event in Seattle, Walz self-identified as a 'national popular vote guy,' illustrating his belief in the fundamental need for voting reform. Nevertheless, he acknowledged the political reality, stating that 'that's not the world we live in,' calling attention to the challenges posed by the current electoral system.
After his comments prompted some backlash, a spokesperson clarified that 'Governor Walz believes that every vote matters in the Electoral College and he is honored to be traveling the country and battleground states,' suggesting that despite his personal views, he remains committed to the electoral strategy necessary for this election.
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