By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Gavin Newsom has been engaging in a social media “meme war” targeting Donald Trump, employing a style reminiscent of the former president, and drawing criticism from prominent Republicans. Vice President J.D. Vance, during a Fox News appearance, urged Democrats to “stop sounding like crazy people” in response to Newsom’s tactics, deeming them inauthentic. Newsom, however, has responded by suggesting Vance “almost got it,” and his office has even mocked Republicans. The meme war was fueled by the matter of congressional redistricting, with both Trump and Newsom seeking to redraw maps to gain political advantages.
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Snowflake JD Vance, it seems, has found himself in a bit of a pickle, getting tangled up in a political feud, and the internet, as it often does, is having a field day. The crux of the matter? JD Vance, known for his political commentary, is reportedly upset that Democrats are, well, sounding “crazy.” This sentiment, however, is being met with a hefty dose of irony, and the online reaction is, to put it mildly, not sympathetic.
Vance’s plea for a less “crazy” political discourse appears to have been met with a fair amount of mocking. The general consensus seems to be that Vance, or perhaps the Republicans in general, are the ones who are sounding erratic. The comments are loaded with observations of Vance’s actions, from his use of eyeliner to the way he defends Trump, which is described as sycophantic. It’s clear that many find his actions and statements to be at odds with his desired image of seriousness.
The core of the critique revolves around the perception that Vance is, in a way, trying to take ownership of something that others see as already belonging to the right wing. In other words, he’s trying to tell the Democrats to stop sounding “crazy,” while many believe that it is the right wing that already sounds crazy. The internet is pointing out the contradiction, and the general vibe is that his words ring hollow.
One recurring theme in the commentary is the idea that Vance is somehow out of touch, or perhaps simply confused. There are many calling him a “couch humper”. It’s as if he’s missing the bigger picture, failing to recognize that his own actions and associations, particularly with Donald Trump, are perceived as contributing to the very “craziness” he’s complaining about. The criticisms are quick to point out the hypocrisy, and the irony of Vance’s stance.
Adding fuel to the fire is the constant comparison of Vance to the likes of Trump. The comments highlight perceived similarities, such as Trump’s supposed “copyright” on tweets, as if he’s cornering the market on outrageous behavior. They are seemingly saying, “Stop being crazy? That’s our thing!”. It paints a picture of Vance trying to protect Trump’s political brand, and simultaneously, the overall tone seems to indicate that Vance is not considered an authentic voice in the political landscape.
The online commentators aren’t holding back when it comes to Gavin Newsom. Newsom is being painted as using the exact same tactics as Trump, therefore, creating irony and further ridicule. The commenters seem to revel in the idea of Democrats playing the same game, calling it “super effective.”
The comments also touch on the idea of “trolling back.” It is clear the people commenting want to do the same tactics that they feel the right wing is doing. Overall, the reaction is largely one of amusement. The perceived absurdity of the situation is highlighted, and there is a clear sense that Vance is being seen as a bit of a joke.
The criticisms are often pointed, calling Vance a sycophant and couch humper. The overall feeling is that the comments are more about the right-wing as a whole and less about JD Vance’s personal stance. People want the Republicans to stop acting crazy, as that is their main concern.
Ultimately, this online episode seems to be less about a specific political issue and more about the dynamics of perception. It’s about how public figures are received, and how readily online commentators are ready to pounce on perceived hypocrisy or contradiction. It’s a reminder that, in the digital age, reputations are built and destroyed in real-time, and a single statement can be dissected and mocked endlessly.