Tim Walz: Minnesota's 41st Governor and Former US Army Officer
Early Life and Career
* Born on April 6, 1964, in West Point, Nebraska * Graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in geography * Served as a social studies teacher and football coach in Mankato, Minnesota
Military Service
* Joined the US Army National Guard in 1981 * Served as a non-commissioned officer for 24 years, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan * Earned the Bronze Star Medal and the Combat Action Badge
Political Career
* Elected to the US House of Representatives in 2006, serving six terms * Known for his bipartisan work on issues such as veterans' affairs and agriculture * Elected Governor of Minnesota in 2018, becoming the state's 41st governor
As Governor
* Prioritized education, healthcare, and economic development * Led Minnesota through the COVID-19 pandemic, implementing policies praised by both Democrats and Republicans * Signed into law legislation legalizing recreational marijuana and raising the minimum wage
Personal Life
* Married to Gwen Walz since 1995 * Has three children * Resides in St. Paul, Minnesota
Accomplishments
* Received the Purple Heart for injuries sustained in Iraq * Named Minnesota's "Legislator of the Year" in 2008 * Listed among "America's Best Governors" by Governing magazine in 2019
Legacy
* As Minnesota's first Democratic governor since 2011, Walz has worked to restore balance and progress to the state * His bipartisan approach and focus on practical solutions have earned him respect from both sides of the aisle
Sources
* [Governor Tim Walz's Official Website](https://mn.gov/governor/about/meet-the-governor/) * [Biography: Tim Walz](https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative?formType=bio&memberId=W000798) * [Tim Waltz: Minnesota's 41st Governor](https://www.mnopedia.org/people/walz-tim)
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