JD Vance appears to admit tale about Haitian immigrants eating pets is made-up as he loses cool with CNN host, and the implications of this admission are deeply troubling. When a public figure, especially one running for a position of power, openly acknowledges fabricating stories to manipulate the media and public opinion, it raises serious concerns about ethics, integrity, and accountability.
The fact that Vance not only confessed to creating these false narratives but also expressed a willingness to continue spreading lies for the sake of advancing his agenda is alarming. It sheds light on a dangerous mindset that prioritizes sensationalism and propaganda over truth and responsible leadership.… Continue reading
As I sit back and reflect on the recent uproar caused by JD Vance’s repost of a video that he claims shows migrants grilling cats, I am taken aback by the sheer audacity and ignorance displayed in this situation. Vance, a supposed representative of the State of Ohio, has once again fueled the flames of anti-immigrant sentiment with his false claims and inflammatory rhetoric.
The fact that Vance, a Yale-educated lawyer, is perpetuating such baseless accusations is not only disappointing but also dangerous. By spreading these lies, he is contributing to a narrative that demonizes immigrants and incites fear and hatred towards them.… Continue reading
As I read about the bomb threats that have forced a second consecutive day of school closures in Springfield, Ohio, I can’t help but feel a mixture of disbelief and anger. The fact that individuals are resorting to such extreme measures to spread fear and terror is not only unacceptable but also deeply troubling. These actions have real-life consequences for the students, staff, and families in Springfield, causing unnecessary trauma and disruption to their daily lives.
It is disheartening to see how easily some people buy into the lies and propaganda spread by politicians like JD Vance and former President Trump.… Continue reading
As I reflect on the recent revelation by JD Vance about fabricating stories regarding Haitian immigrants, my mind is filled with a sense of disbelief and outrage. The notion that a prominent figure, a potential VP candidate, could brazenly admit to spreading falsehoods that have real-life consequences is truly abhorrent. The impact of his actions, which led to the evacuation of schools, lockdowns in hospitals, and general chaos in a community, cannot be understated.
The fact that Vance openly acknowledged his deception is a testament to the dangerous realm we find ourselves in. This is not merely a case of stretching the truth or political spin; this is a deliberate and malicious act of deceit that has incited fear and potential violence.… Continue reading
It is both astounding and deeply troubling to hear the comments that JD Vance made on a far-right podcast, where he claimed that the Civil War is still ongoing and proudly declared his allegiance to the South. As an American, and more specifically as someone who hails from a long line of Yankees who fought for the Union during that tumultuous period in our nation’s history, I find Vance’s remarks not only offensive but also downright dangerous.
The Civil War was a dark chapter in our past, a time of division and bloodshed that resulted in the abolishment of slavery and the preservation of the Union.… Continue reading
I am utterly flabbergasted by the audacity of JD Vance to suggest that the GOP should threaten a government shutdown. The very idea that someone entrusted with governing the country would even consider such a reckless course of action is mind-boggling. Vance seems to have forgotten the fundamental purpose of a government, which is to govern, not to hold the American people hostage to further his own political agenda.
It is truly disheartening to see a VP candidate who fails to grasp the importance of a functioning government. A government shutdown is a clear indication of its inability to perform its essential duties.… Continue reading
It’s truly disheartening to see the fallout from “Hillbilly Elegy” and the disappointment expressed by director Ron Howard towards JD Vance. As someone who has also had a negative perception of Vance long before his political ambitions came to light, I can empathize with the frustration felt by many who saw through the facade of his book and subsequent movie.
I, too, have found it perplexing that a story so steeped in self-aggrandizement and detached observations could be heralded as a beacon of truth for the struggling working class. The blatant disregard for the complexities and nuances of Appalachian culture in Vance’s work is a slap in the face to those who actually hail from these regions and have experienced the struggles firsthand.… Continue reading
As I reflect on the recent response from JD Vance regarding the tragic school shooting in Georgia, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of disappointment and frustration. The nonchalant and dismissive attitude displayed by Vance in labeling mass shootings as simply a “fact of life” is not only insensitive but also completely devoid of empathy and compassion. To hear someone in a position of power and influence brush off such a devastating event with such callousness is truly disheartening.
It is appalling to see how Vance and even Trump, in his past statements, have downplayed the severity of gun violence in our schools.… Continue reading
As a concerned citizen observing the recent comments from JD Vance regarding school shootings being ‘a fact of life,’ I cannot help but feel a sense of disbelief and disappointment. How can a potential leader of our country, someone vying for a position of responsibility, be so cavalier and apathetic about such a pressing issue affecting our children and communities?
When faced with the harsh reality of school shootings, acknowledging it as an inevitable fact of life is not only defeatist but also shows a lack of empathy and willingness to tackle the root causes of this societal problem. The notion that nothing can be done, or worse, that nothing should be done, is not a display of leadership but rather a cowardly retreat from the responsibility that comes with seeking public office.… Continue reading
I can’t help but shake my head in disbelief at the absurdity of the recent comments made by Donald Trump regarding his running mate, JD Vance. Trump’s defense against accusations of Vance being “weird” is to insist that Vance can’t possibly be weird because he’s “so straight.” The correlation Trump draws between being “straight” and not being “weird” is not only illogical but also deeply problematic.
Sexual orientation has absolutely nothing to do with one’s propensity to be strange or odd. The fact that Trump associates being straight with normalcy is a clear reflection of his narrow-minded and outdated mindset. It is disappointing to see someone in a position of power perpetuating harmful stereotypes and stigmas surrounding sexuality.… Continue reading
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Matt Underwood
JD Vance told far-right podcast the Civil War is still ongoing and he’s with the South
It is both astounding and deeply troubling to hear the comments that JD Vance made on a far-right podcast, where he claimed that the Civil War is still ongoing and proudly declared his allegiance to the South. As an American, and more specifically as someone who hails from a long line of Yankees who fought for the Union during that tumultuous period in our nation’s history, I find Vance’s remarks not only offensive but also downright dangerous.
The Civil War was a dark chapter in our past, a time of division and bloodshed that resulted in the abolishment of slavery and the preservation of the Union.… Continue reading