The choice of JD Vance as Donald Trump’s running mate for the US presidential election was considered a “goal” by political analyst Felippe Ramos, in an interview with CNN Brazil . Ramos believes that the decision could be crucial for the Republican campaign.
JD Vance, author of the best-selling book “Hillbilly Elegy,” which was later adapted into a film, is known for his story of overcoming adversity. Coming from a poor family in the American Midwest, with a drug-addicted mother, Vance managed to graduate in Law from the prestigious Yale University.
The embodiment of the “American dream”
According to Ramos, Vance’s trajectory embodies the so-called ‘American Dream’: “He comes from the bottom, he comes from poverty and he is the embodiment of the so-called American dream, someone who came from the bottom who ended up at Yale.” The analyst highlights that this narrative of success can attract voters from diverse groups, including women, blacks and Latinos.
Furthermore, at 39, Vance represents a renewal in the Republican Party. His youth contrasts with the advanced age of Trump and current President Joe Biden, both in their 70s.
From critic to ally
One intriguing aspect of Vance’s selection is his history of criticizing Trump. Ramos points out that, a few years ago, Vance was a staunch opponent of the former president, even comparing him to Hitler. However, his change of position shows, in the analyst’s view, that Trump is open to accepting former critics.
“This will be very well-placed because the questions that the press has been asking JD Vance are exactly about this past, about his past statements criticizing Trump,” explains Ramos. Vance’s response, admitting his past criticisms but stating that he changed his mind after seeing the Trump administration, is seen by the analyst as “a wonderful speech that convinces many voters,” he said.
Vance’s choice as vice president appears to be a calculated strategy to broaden Trump’s electoral base, taking advantage of his history of overcoming obstacles and his ability to appeal to different segments of the American electorate. It remains to be seen how this duo will fare in the debates and in the upcoming campaign.
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