'Will parents of people who struggle with being different at last find a powerful advocate?'

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz embraces his son at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's son, Gus, has a nonverbal learning disorder and ADHD

(Image credit: Al Drago / Bloomberg via Getty Images)

published 23 August 2024

'My son and Gus Walz deserve a champion like Tim Walz'

Tina Brown at The New York Times

For "people who are different and have no support, the world can be bleak. Their loneliness can be agonizing," says Tina Brown. Having a "friendly, forgiving workplace to go to is critical. It's often their only taste of community and what makes them such reliable and rewarding employees." Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz has "been such an inspiring role model to kids all your life," so "I urge you: please make this your cause."

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Justin Klawans has worked as a staff writer at The Week since 2022. He began his career covering local news before joining Newsweek as a breaking news reporter, where he wrote about politics, national and global affairs, business, crime, sports, film, television and other news. Justin has also freelanced for outlets including Collider and United Press International.