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As Governor, Walz has used <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esri.com\/en-us\/what-is-gis\/overview\">geographic information system (GIS)<\/a> technology to simplify complex data into clear maps that help shape policies on issues like equity, sustainability, and economic growth.\r\n\r\nSpeaking in July at the Esri User Conference, which was attended by more than 20,000 professionals, including data scientists, geographers, and decision-makers, Walz inspired the audience. 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