Today, Explained Mr. Veep
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Oct 2, 2024 
Andrew Prokop, a Vox journalist, analyzes the vice-presidential debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance, highlighting its surprising focus on policy over personal attacks. Dan Cassino, a professor specializing in gender and politics, discusses how these candidates embody evolving ideals of American masculinity. The conversation also addresses the implications of their arguments on climate change and healthcare, suggesting a potential shift in political dynamics. This exploration of masculinity in politics promises to reshape future narratives in the electoral landscape.
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Vance's Strategy
- J.D. Vance aimed to present a more reasonable image of Trumpism.
- He focused on issues and blamed the Biden administration's record on Harris.
Climate Stance
- J.D. Vance's climate stance involves supporting clean air and water but questioning carbon emissions' impact.
- He suggested reshoring manufacturing, wrongly claiming the US is the cleanest economy.
Abortion Debate
- While personally anti-abortion, Vance presented a softer stance, advocating for states' rights.
- Walz questioned the fairness of geographically determined abortion rights.