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Walz and Moore Press for Tougher Democratic Tactics in Early Primary States

Keynoting Democratic conventions in South Carolina before proceeding to California aims to energize activists with sharper messaging against Trump.

Walz speaks with Rep. Jim Clyburn at the South Carolina Democratic Party's Blue Palmetto Dinner on May 30, 2025, in Columbia, South Carolina.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks at the South Carolina Democratic Party's Blue Palmetto Dinner Friday, May 30, 2025, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard)
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore speaks at the South Carolina Democratic Party's Blue Palmetto Dinner Friday, May 30, 2025, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard)
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz speaks at a town hall meeting at the DeYor Performing Arts Center on April 7, 2025 in Youngstown, Ohio.

Overview

  • Gov. Tim Walz delivered back-to-back addresses in South Carolina, urging Democrats to “be a little meaner” and confront President Trump’s “bullying” tactics head-on.
  • Maryland Gov. Wes Moore called on his party to match Trump’s speed, stressing that impatience and swift policy moves are essential to regain voter confidence.
  • Both governors are using high-profile speaking slots to rally Democratic activists and raise their profiles among early nominating state voters ahead of 2028 speculation.
  • Walz has paired his convention appearances with town halls in competitive Republican districts and will reconvene Minnesota’s legislature next week to finish the state budget before weighing his 2026 and 2028 plans.
  • South Carolina party leaders are pressing to secure the state’s first-in-the-South spot for 2028, highlighting the strategic value of these weekend appearances.