This chapter examines J.D. Vance's rhetorical strategies as a vice presidential candidate, linking his tactics to historical demagoguery against marginalized groups. It critiques Vance's evolution from neoliberal advocacy to embracing populist yet racist rhetoric amidst a backdrop of contemporary media narratives.
In this public News Brief, we examine rightwing media's shameful incitement campaign against Haitian migrants and J.D. Vance's smarmy, grating rhetorical tactic of blaming nameless "constituents" for his stoking of a hate mob.