JD Vance

2024 - 10 - 2

JD Vance: The Man With a Polished Tie and Unanswered Questions!

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Caught in the crossfire of politics, JD Vance attempted to charm his way through the vice-presidential debate, but did he really nail it?

In the whirlwind of the recent vice-presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz, the spotlight was bright but focused decidedly on Vance's mysterious non-answers. When Walz pointedly asked Vance whether Trump lost the 2020 election, the Ohio Senator, with all the grace of a cat on a hot tin roof, evaded a direct response, much to the dismay of onlookers. "That is a damning non-answer," Walz retorted. For Vance, who is so desperate to present a civilized front, this tactic of dodging straightforward questions seems eerily out of sync with his extreme political posture, a disconnect that has left many scratching their heads about who he truly is.

As the debate unfolded on CBS News, audiences were treated to a spectacle where both candidates laid out their visions, but opinions are divided. Analysts pointed out that vice-presidential candidates generally don’t sway the election, yet there were undeniably some interesting takeaways. Vance's polished debate lines—remarkably smooth, almost too enhanced—left an impression that could make even Kamala Harris' talk of her working-class roots look a bit rough around the edges!

While Vance strived for an aura of sophistication, he caught criticism for his polished yet hollow responses. Despite his efforts to charm viewers, many are pondering if he is merely another shape-shifting Republican, echoing Trump's dramatic tendencies but wrapped in a seemingly strategic approach. His debate performance certainly showcased a studied approach to engage, but it also raised questions about his credibility when it comes to tackling tough issues. His enigmatic persona and glitzy responses may have played well on TV, but voters are looking for substance beneath that shiny surface.

In this politically charged atmosphere, it’s crucial to observe how not just Vance, but Walz too, maneuvered through their exchanges. The debate was described as cordial, focusing heavily on policy discussions rather than the usual petty bickering. However, this decorum doesn’t always equate to effectiveness! With much of the vice-presidential debate theater being akin to window-dressing around the looming shadow of President Donald Trump, it will be interesting to see how the public ultimately weighs the value of genuine political discourse versus flashy soundbites. What mystifies many now is not just JD Vance’s stand on complex matters, but whether his polished performance on stage can translate into votes come Election Day.

Lastly, did you know that the vice-presidential debates are usually more about maintaining a candidate's image rather than changing electoral outcomes? History has shown that most voters have already made their pick long before these secondary debates roll around. As for JD Vance, there’s a rumor that he’s considering diving into the donut business—after all, with his order heard 'round the world, perhaps a quirky dessert can help shake his distasteful rep!

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Recap: JD Vance and Tim Walz US vice presidential debate (RNZ)

Walz directly asked Vance if Trump lost the 2020 election, and he did not answer. "That is a damning non-answer," Walz says.

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JD Vance is trying hard not to be weird – and it's making him seem ... (The Guardian)

Trump's running mate is now trying to put on a civilised face. But that is clashing queasily with his extreme outlook, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes.

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Who is the real JD Vance? And 4 other takeaways from the vice ... (NPR)

Vice presidential candidates are unlikely to make a fundamental difference in this election, but there were some takeaways from an interesting night.

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Live: JD Vance and Tim Walz's Vice-Presidential debate (1 News)

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Ohio Senator JD Vance are set to make their case to American voters as to why they deserve to be Vice President after the US ...

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How to watch the VP debate tonight between Tim Walz and JD Vance (CBS News)

Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance are going head-to-head tonight at their first and only debate, hosted by CBS News.

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JD Vance won the debate, but it probably will not matter (Financial Times)

It is a truism that US vice-presidential debates rarely affect the electoral outcome. After Tim Walz's lacklustre showing against JD Vance on Tuesday night, ...

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JD Vance Controlled the Debate — Until the End (POLITICO Magazine)

His answer began: “I was raised in a working class family.” For a moment, you might have thought Vance was imitating Vice President Kamala Harris' “I come from ...

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Ohio Reaps Benefits From a Climate Law JD Vance Repeatedly ... (The New York Times)

Former President Donald J. Trump has called for clawing back unspent funds included in the Inflation Reduction Act, President Biden's landmark climate bill.

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JD Vance is a dangerous, disciplined shape-shifter (The Washington Post)

Opinion. JD Vance is a dangerous, disciplined shape-shifter. The Republican vice-presidential candidate is Trump with a brain and a strategy.

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OPINION: WTF is going on with JD Vance? (UNM Daily Lobo)

It was the donut order heard 'round the world: On Aug. 22, JD Vance arrived at a donut shop in Valdosta, Georgia. He placed his order in the strangest ...

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Fact check: What JD Vance and Tim Walz got right and wrong on ... (Poynter)

Vance and Walz met in an Oct. 1 vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News that was cordial and heavy on policy discussion.

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JD Vance's debate lines were so polished you could forget they ... (The Guardian)

Maybe he thought the pink tie could help. JD Vance, the Ohio senator and Donald Trump's running mate, clearly set out to make himself seem less creepy at ...

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JD Vance Is Correct: Immigration Increases Housing Prices, and ... (Cato Institute)

you have got housing that is totally unaffordable because we brought in millions of illegal immigrants to compete with Americans for scarce homes.” (Emphasis ...

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Who is the real JD Vance? And 4 other takeaways from the vice ... (Alaska Public Media News)

Running mates are unlikely to make a major difference in this election, but there were some takeaways from an interesting night.

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JD Vance says immigration is to blame for high housing costs ... (CBS News)

In Tuesday's vice presidential debate, Sen. JD Vance claimed that housing in the U.S. "is totally unaffordable" due to immigrants. Here's what to know.

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US election: Vice presidential nominees Tim Walz and JD Vance set ... (RNZ)

Tim Walz and JD Vance's histories and rhetoric have amassed more attention than many past No 2 candidates.

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JD Vance's debate performance showed his skill at gaslighting (Los Angeles Times)

The Ohio senator had an advantage over Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz in the vice presidential faceoff: His capacity to grossly misrepresent himself and Donald ...

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The one JD Vance debate moment that thrilled Republicans (Stuff.co.nz)

Vance won over the crowd when he went back and forth with CBS News anchor and moderator Margaret Brennan as she fact-checked his comments on immigration.

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Opinion | This Is Why MAGA Loves JD Vance (The New York Times)

Like many good lawyers, he's a chameleon. Depending on the audience, he can breathe fire — the way he does on MAGA podcasts or at Trump rallies — or he can ...

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