Morning Wire Hung Cao’s Race for VA Senate | 10.13.24
Oct 13, 2024
A retired Navy Captain shares his remarkable journey from being a refugee in Vietnam to pursuing a political career in Virginia. He discusses the personal sacrifices of his family and reflects on the evolving political landscape. The conversation highlights discrepancies in polling, government overreach, and eerily familiar echoes of communism in today's America. Additionally, he critiques border security measures and challenges current military policies that prioritize diversity over merit. His candid insights aim to inspire and inform listeners.
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Escape from Vietnam
- Hung Cao, a Vietnamese refugee, shared his family's escape from communism.
- His mother sewed notes into her clothes, fearing separation, and his father worked abroad to secure their future.
Shifting Political Landscape
- Cao believes the Democratic Party has shifted significantly leftward from its ideals in the 1970s.
- He now views their policies as aligning with communist principles he and his family fled.
Motivation for Political Entry
- Witnessing the US withdrawal from Afghanistan motivated Cao to enter politics.
- He felt the Biden administration's actions mirrored the fall of Vietnam, prompting him to run for office.