Gov. Tim Walz Visits Battleground Pennsylvania, Buys Baked Goods

• Governor Walz visited Cherry Hill Orchards Outlet in Lancaster, PA.

• He purchased baked goods to support local businesses.

• Expressed gratitude to campaign volunteers at a Lancaster event.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks to the media, Nov. 9, 2022, in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr, File)

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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz recently embarked on a two-day campaign swing through battleground Pennsylvania, marking his first solo visit to the state since joining the Democratic ticket. During his visit, Walz and his daughter Hope made a stop at the Cherry Hill Orchards Outlet produce market in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. They purchased baked goods, including 'whoopie pies' and apple cider donuts, to support local businesses.

Following his visit to the produce market, Governor Walz brought the baked goods to a volunteer appreciation event in Lancaster. At the event, he expressed gratitude to campaign volunteers for their hard work on behalf of the Harris-Walz campaign.

Importance of Pennsylvania in the Presidential Race

Pennsylvania holds significant importance in the current presidential race, with the fate of the White House potentially hinging on the outcome in this battleground state. Recent polls indicate a tight race between President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris in Pennsylvania and other key swing states.

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He purchased baked goods to support local businesses.

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Governor Walz visited Cherry Hill Orchards Outlet in Lancaster, PA.

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Expressed gratitude to campaign volunteers at a Lancaster event.

The polling data suggests that Vice President Harris has made significant strides in consolidating support in crucial midwestern states like Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. These states, known as the 'Blue Wall,' have historically played a pivotal role in determining the outcome of presidential elections.

Despite Harris's progress in other states, the race remains neck-and-neck in Pennsylvania, where President Joe Biden narrowly won by a slim margin in the previous election. This underscores the importance of continued campaigning and voter outreach efforts in the state.