Know Your Enemy

What's Wrong with J.D. Vance?

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Aug 10, 2024
J.D. Vance, Republican senator from Ohio and author of 'Hillbilly Elegy,' discusses his controversial evolution from a memoirist to a prominent figure in Trump’s inner circle. The conversation highlights Vance's tumultuous childhood, emotional struggles, and desperate quest for approval. His transition to Catholicism and the influence of elite spaces, such as Yale Law School, are explored. The hosts analyze the complexities of his political persona, critiques of his claims, and how his narrative mirrors broader cultural and socioeconomic issues facing America today.
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