By Matt Underwood Vance: Anyone who says they like turkey is ‘full of s—‘
Alright, so here’s the deal. Apparently, Vice President Vance decided to take a bold stance on the culinary world, and it involves turkey. He essentially declared that anyone who claims to enjoy turkey is, shall we say, not being entirely truthful. His reasoning? Well, apparently, the act of spontaneously roasting an eighteen-pound turkey on a Tuesday afternoon is the ultimate litmus test of turkey love. It’s pretty wild to think that this is the hill he’s chosen to die on.
The immediate reaction seems to be a collective eye-roll. There’s a prevailing sentiment that Vance, in his attempt at humor, missed the mark spectacularly. Many people seem to think this isn’t a very good joke. The general consensus appears to be that he doesn’t know how to cook, and because of that he’s taking his frustrations out on an entire foodstuff. The idea is that if *he* doesn’t enjoy turkey, then nobody truly does. It’s a classic example of someone assuming their personal preferences are universally shared, which is…well, not exactly a sign of great self-awareness.
The comments quickly point out that there’s a disconnect here. Turkey isn’t just a Thanksgiving staple. It’s in deli meats, sandwiches, and, as someone rightly pointed out, even sold at carnivals and amusement parks. The sheer volume of turkey-based products available at any grocery store suggests that a whole lot of people like turkey. This leads to the obvious question: does he even *like* to cook? The impression many get is that this comment reveals a lack of experience in the kitchen, and a possible ignorance towards the versatility of the bird.
Then we delve into the political implications, and it starts to feel like he’s trying too hard to be one of the boys. People can see the awkwardness oozing out of this joke, and question if he is really trying to relate to anyone. It’s like he’s trying to manufacture a personality, and it’s just falling flat. He’s not exactly winning any charisma awards with this one.
The comparison to George H.W. Bush disliking broccoli is interesting. It raises a good point. Times have changed, and what was once considered a faux pas for a leader seems to be more acceptable now. This is a far cry from the decorum of presidents past. It’s almost as if he’s trying to establish a shared “we’re not like those other guys” kind of thing.
The whole thing feels a bit out of touch, doesn’t it? As if he’s never walked into a deli and grabbed a turkey sandwich. It’s almost as if he lives in a different world. He comes off as awkward and tone deaf. The way he frames his thoughts makes the situation even more absurd. Then there’s this weird sense that this is a deliberate strategy. Was it an attempt to deflect from something? Who knows, really.
And, of course, the reactions are pouring in and show a lot of people are *very* passionate about their turkey. From the club sandwich lovers to those who appreciate the convenience of deli meat, there’s a strong defense of the bird. It’s kind of endearing how this simple statement has sparked such a strong reaction.
The final takeaway is that it’s another reminder of the current state of things. People are less concerned with maintaining appearances, and are much more likely to make a declaration about their stance. It’s all just another example of how the lines have blurred, and what might have been considered inappropriate in the past is now almost expected. It’s hard to say what he was hoping to achieve with this comment, but it’s safe to say it did not land well with most.