216: J.D. Vance, Conspiracy Hobbit
Conspirituality
Judging Competence from Appearance
One can initially perceive someone as calm and competent based on their appearance, such as Vance presenting as plain-spoken and having piercing blue eyes. However, deeper scrutiny may reveal discrepancies between their public image and background. Despite presenting as a man of the people and claiming to be from Appalachia, in reality, Vance grew up in suburban Ohio and is more of an intellectual with a law degree from Yale. Although he is well-read, well-spoken, and disciplined according to those who know him, some may find flaws such as poor writing style in his work.
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