The NPR Politics Podcast So Who Are These Vice Presidential Picks Meant To Appeal To?
Sep 26, 2024
Dive into the strategic dance of vice presidential picks as J.D. Vance and Tim Walz navigate their campaigns. Discover how Vance employs aggressive media tactics to attract male voters while Walz opts for a more understated approach. The podcast discusses the Democratic Party's struggle to connect with older white male voters and the importance of male allyship. Explore the authenticity challenges in political branding and how these strategies may shape upcoming electoral outcomes.
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VP Role
- A vice president's primary role is to avoid negative attention.
- They should support the nominee without overshadowing them.
Vance's Media Strategy
- J.D. Vance uses non-traditional media, defying typical VP behavior.
- He actively engages in interviews and podcasts, unlike other VP candidates.
Vance on Assassination Attempt Coverage
- J.D. Vance gave an interview discussing a perceived lack of media coverage about an assassination attempt against Trump.
- He questions why a Google search doesn't autocomplete "Trump" when typing "assassination of TRU."