Vance Critiques Democrats Ahead of Midterms
Vice President JD Vance criticized Democrats during a rally in Iowa, asserting that the upcoming midterms represent a choice between “common sense and pure unadulterated crazy.”
Vance reflected on his upbringing, mentioning that his father, a union steelworker, instilled in him the idea that FDR’s and JFK’s Democratic parties stood for the working class. However, he believes things have changed dramatically. “This is not FDR’s party, as much as we might wish it was. It’s not JFK’s party. Ladies and gentlemen, it’s not even Bill Clinton’s party,” he stated.
He went on to argue that current Democratic candidates are advocating for a transformation of the nation rather than its improvement. “In New York,” he noted, “some midterm candidates are calling for the total eradication of Western civilization.” He emphasized that one congressional candidate in New York bizarrely claimed that Independence Day is, in fact, a celebration of the liberation of Palestine and Puerto Rico.
With the crowd reacting to his statement, Vance remarked that while it might be tempting to laugh at such claims, it’s concerning because those making them are serious. “This election is a referendum on common sense versus pure unadulterated crazy. Let’s send the crazy packing and get them out of Washington, D.C.,” he urged, drawing cheers from the audience.
He referred to some Democrats as “out-and-out lunatics” who insist that America’s history is fundamentally evil and needs completely redoing. Yet, he acknowledged that not all Democrats are so extreme; some are simply trying to present a more moderated image.
In particular, he called out potential Senate candidate Adam Hamilton from Kansas. Vance suggested that Hamilton projects a friendly demeanor but, in reality, tells his congregation they need to atone for their “White privilege” rather than sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Recent surveys indicate a close contest between Hamilton and GOP incumbent Sen. Roger Marshall in Kansas. During the rally, Vance also expressed support for Iowa Republicans, including gubernatorial candidate Zach Lane and Rep. Ashley Hinson.
