Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) is throwing his support behind activist David Hogg for vice chair of the Democratic National Committee, signaling a push for younger and more progressive leadership within the party. Walz believes Hogg’s bold approach is exactly what Democrats need after their loss in the 2024 election.
“David Hogg represents exactly the kind of bold, dynamic and courageous leadership the Democratic Party needs right now,” Walz said. He emphasized Hogg’s ability to energize voters and communicate the party’s message effectively. Walz, who campaigned with Hogg during his own failed presidential run, is confident in Hogg’s leadership potential.
Walz argued that the Democratic Party must adopt a more aggressive strategy moving forward. “This is exactly what we need right now, experienced, thoughtful and energized leadership that meets people where they are and takes bold action to win,” he stated.
David Hogg represents exactly the kind of bold, dynamic, and courageous leadership our party needs right now. He has a unique ability to connect with the American people and to speak to the strengths of our party.
I couldn’t be happier to support him for DNC Vice Chair. pic.twitter.com/sHlX2fmUmD
— Tim Walz (@Tim_Walz) January 10, 2025
Tim Walz just endorsed David Hogg for DNC Vice Chair.
How much testosterone is in this picture? pic.twitter.com/9d0lVbxGCo
— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) January 10, 2025
Hogg gained national attention after surviving the 2018 Parkland school shooting and co-founding the March for Our Lives movement. His advocacy for stricter gun laws has made him a prominent figure in progressive politics.
David Hogg is a complete moron and a fraud.
— Real Defender🇺🇸 (@real_defender) January 10, 2025
David Hogg spammed the Harris campaign with so many messages to pick Tim Walz as her running mate, that they had to tell him to stop and block his number.
They still did what he wanted and it likely cost her the election, so this is an endorsement I can get behind. https://t.co/QSsqKZsNlr
— Stephen L. Miller (@redsteeze) January 10, 2025
In response to Walz’s endorsement, Hogg expressed deep appreciation. “Ever since the shooting at my high school, he’s been a champion for the gun violence prevention movement,” Hogg said. He praised Walz for being a dedicated public servant and called him “a good, decent man.”
Pictured: Tim Walz and David Hogg https://t.co/lUSzgPKVsF pic.twitter.com/ojqU25yS8U
— Phil Jenkins (@SushiComplaints) January 10, 2025
Does David Hogg know that Timmy Walz is friends with school shooters?pic.twitter.com/w3VSUQ5tgY
— Clyp Keeper (@DGrayTexas45) January 10, 2025
Walz’s support for Hogg follows his recent endorsement of Minnesota Democratic Party Chair Ken Martin for DNC chair, showing his desire to influence the party’s leadership direction.
Tim Walz is who JD Vance wants you to think JD Vance is.
— David Hogg 🟧 (@davidhogg111) August 6, 2024
Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-FL) has also backed Hogg’s bid for vice chair, highlighting growing momentum among younger Democrats for more progressive leadership.
As Democrats search for a new strategy after their recent defeat, Walz’s endorsement of Hogg signals a shift toward bold activism and youthful leadership within the party.
