Relatively unknown on the national stage, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has helped push through policies like universal free meals at school and a statewide child tax credit.
Tradition and ritual play major roles on Inauguration Day. Here are some of the firsts, both quirky and significant, that have occurred throughout history.
Despite increased interest in vice presidential debates — from Sarah Palin and Joe Biden to tonight's Biden-Ryan showdown — polls show these debates don't really change the vote in November.
