Harris’s V.P. Pick Receives Mixed Reactions from Undecided Voters

Vice-presidential nominees often have a negligible impact on voter decisions, according to conventional wisdom. This appears to be the case with a select group of undecided voters in important swing states that have been monitored by the Times over the past seven weeks.

When polled about Vice President Harris’ choice of Governor Walz, the uncertain voters generally shrugged. They provided the following feedback:

Kristen Morris, a 60-year-old nursing student and self-described “raging moderate,” said she knew almost nothing about Mr. Walz besides the fact that he seemed genuine, hardworking, and had an interesting combination of military and teaching experience.

She emphasized the need for a shift toward the middle, avoiding extreme promises and pandering.

Remarcus Steele, a 29-year-old social media influencer, interpreted the selection of Mr. Walz as evidence of a cautious approach by a Black female candidate, particularly in light of the negative reactions to former President Barack Obama.

Mr. Steele expressed a desire to hear more from Ms. Harris and was still undecided.

Bob and Sharon Reed, who reside on a farm, are approaching the election in different ways. Mr. Reed is leaning slightly toward voting for Mr. Trump, while Ms. Reed is not considering voting for Ms. Harris, citing concerns about Harris’s preparedness for the role.

Ryan Rivera, a 20-year-old transgender man, revealed that many voters are paying little attention to the election. Rivera is focused on other priorities and expressed a feeling of being overwhelmed by political news.

Overall, the reactions of undecided voters suggest that the vice-presidential pick is not a significant factor in their decision-making process.