I happen to be blessed enough to hail from one of those families where everyone is a Republican. We don't have anything to fight about at holidays because we are a bunch of people surrounded by people who know we're right. It's lovely.
My family is an unlikely Republican family, though. You see, much like J.D. Vance, my family is from Appalachia. My Dad is from Harlan, Kentucky, When he was young, most of his family and neighbors were Democrats and coal miners. His Dad, however, was a dyed in the wool Republican. Eventually, my grandfather went to work for a Republican Governor of Kentucky (at that time, that was also rare) as a revenuer. When that Republican Governor lost his next election, my grandfather lost his government job, so he packed up his family and moved to Florida. Not surprisingly, the revenuer, who days before was busting up stills, was not very popular and it was the best for their safety. My Dad is proud of his Appalachia roots and we visited Kentucky several times a year. He wanted me to feel a connection to my people. As a result, when J.D. Vance published 'Hillbilly Elegy', I couldn't wait to get my hands on it. It told the story of poor people America has left behind. That book was my first exposure to Vance. Today, that brilliant author was selected to be Donald Trump's running mate. Since I'm the 'political' friend in my friend group, I've received tons of texts this afternoon asking me why Vance is a good pick, so, I am going to my best to assemble all those talking points you can use with your skeptical friends.
3 key reasons for @JDVance1
— Justin Hart (@justin_hart) July 15, 2024
1) All these states PA, MI, WI, MN and OH of course
2) Trump will never have to go on an unfriendly network if he doesn’t want to
3) Unlike Kamala and other BIPOC officials, he has a legit working-people background and an actual handicapped… pic.twitter.com/NfVb17dpRu
I asked some people I respect in conservative circles and Justin was one of the first ones to answer. His list is compelling.
I’ve interviewed @JDVance1 dozens of times over the years—this one at a trade school in Cincinnati was enlightening — when he decides he will step up & let the student draw his blood because she became so nervous to have hers drawn was quite the moment https://t.co/VccxcWUTEr pic.twitter.com/KWGBPSIGhH
— ZitoSalena (@ZitoSalena) July 15, 2024
The wonderful Salena Zito also took to Twitter to share this story. His humble roots will certainly be an asset as the party seeks to attract working class voters.
If you get a chance, I hope you read "Hillbilly Elegy" - the best-selling book by @JDVance1. More than any candidate, JD has a background that tells the struggles of MANY Americans and the grit of blue-collar America.
— Justin Hart (@justin_hart) July 15, 2024
- Chaotic Home Life: JD Vance's home life was marked by… pic.twitter.com/Vjb9FzzcWL
Teamsters President Sean O'Brien: "J.D. Vance...he's been great on Teamster issues...he's been right there on all our issues." pic.twitter.com/HkWyUNk62H
— MAGA War Room (@MAGAIncWarRoom) July 15, 2024
Vance clearly understands the plight of the American worker and is ready to put America First.
Vance gets an A rating from NumbersUSA -- a group which advocates for lower levels of immigration. https://t.co/QdtY1pGGEy pic.twitter.com/O3o3mqOLco
— Adam Shaw (@AdamShawNY) July 15, 2024
As Americans watch our border go unsecured, and as we learn daily of more heinous crimes committed by illegal migrants upon the American people, this rating is crucial.
We have a long way to go but JD Vance on Trumps ticket is the biggest blow to neocon establishment in DC since Trumps election in 2016
— Saagar Enjeti (@esaagar) July 15, 2024
And that is a good reason to put a big smile on my face
One thing Vance checks off for me as a net positive is he opposes the "forever wars" and has opposed sending taxpayer $$ to Ukraine!
— Stacey-AA7YA 🇺🇸🎙️ 📻🎧 (@AA7YA) July 15, 2024
Vance served our country as a Marine and is against starting new wars and nation building.
When the Twin Towers came down, JD Vance enlisted in the Marine Corps, gung-ho to exact justice on America’s enemies. Subsequently he came to believe the Forever Wars were a mistake. This is who I want by Trump’s side: an American patriot, with the courage to fight America’s wars…
— David Sacks (@DavidSacks) July 15, 2024
J.D. Vance is the right choice, the only choice for a time and an age like this. The fact that Trump was prescient enough to see this says a lot about him. Now, let’s go win! pic.twitter.com/BK7xMeyr3o
— Scott Morefield (@SKMorefield) July 15, 2024
Finally, my friend and columnist from our sister site, 'Townhall', Soctt Morefield, was an early proponent of J.D. Vance and wrote this piece back in June. It's also worth a read.
The case for JD Vance:
— Scott Morefield (@SKMorefield) June 19, 2024
* Solid on all the key issues that originally propelled Trump to the presidency
* Will expand the GOP voter base like few could by being eloquent & articulate
* Has a unique ability to speak to the working-class white voters it will take to win back the… pic.twitter.com/TctOmyhdaW
You are now fully prepared to go out and explain to your friends and neighbors why Vance is an excellent complement to Trump and why they are ready to lead on Day 1. Now, lets go win!
