Tim  Kaine

Tim Kaine

Democrat
  • Political Experience? Yes

Tim Kaine was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, and raised in the Kansas City area. He graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in economics and earned a Juris Doctor degree from Harvard Law School. Kaine's career includes roles as a civil rights lawyer, mayor of Richmond, lieutenant governor, and governor of Virginia. He has served as a U.S. Senator since 2013 and was the Democratic nominee for vice president in 2016. Kaine has been known for his commitment to improving education, healthcare, and national security. His extensive career in public service includes efforts to expand technical education and protect the Chesapeake Bay​.​

Key Campaign Issues:

  • Healthcare: Expanding access to affordable healthcare and reducing prescription drug costs.

  • Education: Increasing funding for public schools and making higher education more affordable.

  • National Security: Strengthening national defense and supporting veterans and military families​​.