Walz Criticizes Book Bans and School Shooting Acceptance at HRC Gala

During the Human Rights Campaign's annual gala, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz emphasized Democratic support for LGBTQ+ rights and condemned the normalization of school shootings.

Walz mocked recent anti-LGBTQ book bans, highlighting a Minnesota law that prohibits such bans.
He criticized GOP vice presidential candidate JD Vance's remarks that school shootings are a 'fact of life.'
Walz praised Vice President Harris for her longstanding support of LGBTQ+ rights and noted the Respect for Marriage Act.
Biden's recent clemency for LGBTQ+ veterans affected by 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' was also discussed.
Walz emphasized the importance of quick political action to improve lives, citing his record in Minnesota.