Now that Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has skyrocketed into the public eye after being named Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate, voters have been introduced to his plainspoken, Midwestern communication style. [time-brightcove not-tgx=”true”] As former President Barack Obama wrote this week in his statement regarding Walz, “Tim’s signature is his ability to talk like a human being.” Walz’s manner of speaking has already become apparent in his first days as a vice presidential contender and candidate.