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JD Vance's sad book tour shows why his 2028 hopes are fading
Salon.com • • nation
Key Points:
- JD Vance, vice president and former Senate candidate, is struggling with political relevance and public perception, particularly due to his social media addiction and awkward public persona.
- Vance’s recent memoir excerpt heavily features the late Charlie Kirk and his widow, which has been met with ridicule online and seen as a tone-deaf attempt to capitalize on Kirk’s death.
- Despite portraying a religious conversion to Catholicism, Vance’s faith appears performative and aimed at appealing to conservative voters, but it alienates many due to his inconsistent messaging and attacks on Catholic leadership.
- Vance’s political standing is weakening, with polls showing him tied with Marco Rubio for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination, reflecting voter dissatisfaction with both candidates.
- His involvement in efforts to manage the political fallout around Donald Trump’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein further damages his credibility, revealing a focus on political manipulation over genuine moral leadership.
