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A Nebraska native, Tim Walz brings a background in education, veterans affairs and China to the 1st District campaign. According to Walz's Web site, he criticizes Washington for breaking "its promise to care for veterans."

On education issues, Walz says schools should be more accountable, and the government should pay a greater share of the cost of special education. Walz is also addressing the prescription drug situation, a significant component of his opponent's campaign, saying waiting for two months to import drugs from Candada "is an inadequate alternative to the skyrocketing drug costs."

Walz is a veteran of the Army National Guard. He has taught in the People's Republic of China. He also served as a visiting Fellow of International Relations at the Macau Polytechnic University, a position, he says, that helped develop his knowledge of China’s unique international status.