JD Vance

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JD Vance Makes Parenting a Punchline: Cat Ladies Unite!

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Can JD Vance truly win hearts when he’s busy throwing shade at childless women? Dive into the whirlwind of political parenting debates and humor!

Ohio Senator JD Vance is stirring the pot in the realm of politics and parenting, and boy, does it have everyone talking! While many politicians are focusing on policies that can support families and children, Vance seems to have taken a different approach. His remarks about ‘childless cat ladies’ have taken the spotlight in a bizarre attempt to rally Americans into parenthood. Ironically, rather than building bridges and encouraging thoughtful discussions about raising families, he has resorted to insults, which has led to backlash not just from critics but even from within his own party.

The debate around motherhood has become incredibly personal, especially with Vance’s recent comments. For women who love being mothers, like many in the community, the choice of whether to have children should be a personal one rather than one defined by societal pressures or outdated stereotypes. As a loving mom, it's important to embrace those uncertain about motherhood with encouragement to take the plunge, all without fear of being labeled as a ‘cat lady’ if they choose a different path. This polarizing debate isn't just about parenting; it reflects on broader social issues around choice, respect, and the important idea that family can look different for everyone.

Meanwhile, the GOP base seems undeterred by Vance's controversial remarks. As he commands attention as the vice presidential nominee, his supporters appear to be rallying behind him, even as swing voters weigh the implications of these comments on his potential appeal. Political expert opinions vary widely—the mystery of JD Vance’s influence is still unraveling, leaving many to wonder if his unique approach will be a boost to the Trump campaign or ultimately prove detrimental. One thing is clear: politics now has a parenting punchline, and JD Vance is its leading act!

In all this buzzing chaos, it’s essential to remember that criticisms often come from a place of concern rather than outright hatred. Firm stances don’t always reflect dialogue but highlight the complex dance between societal norms and individual choices. So, who else has felt the effects of these quirky conversations? Notably, Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) didn’t hold back her feelings about Vance's comments, stressing that throwing shade at single, childless women seems not only offensive but a cruel twist for a political party that should be promoting inclusion.

To paint a further picture of JD Vance's impact, it’s worth mentioning his Jewish chief of staff, Jacob Reses, who has quietly become a significant influencer among conservatives despite the controversies that often surround Vance. And let’s not forget that Vance’s campaign strategies often spark wild reactions from various political factions; as the GOP navigates this intricately woven challenge, his comedic approach could either seal success or spiral down in flames. Whatever the case, every political parent—and non-parent—better buckle up, because Vance’s rollercoaster is just getting started!

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JD Vance is making the political debate around parenting weird ... (Ohio Capital Journal)

If Ohio U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance wants Americans to have kids, he should spend less time insulting the childless and more time thinking about how he can use his ...

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I love being a mom. But JD Vance is horribly wrong about 'childless ... (USA TODAY)

Because I love being a mom, I tell women unsure about motherhood to go ahead: Have babies. But it's not about avoiding 'cat ladies' label.

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'Offensive': GOP senator criticizes JD Vance's remark | CNN Politics (CNN)

Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), who is not supporting former President Donald Trump, criticized Sen. JD Vance's past comments about “childless cat ladies” and ...

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Opinion | Politics, Decency and J.D. Vance's 'Childless Cat Ladies' (The Wall Street Journal)

Hurling insults at single and childless women strikes me as a cruel and losing proposition.

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JD Vance stands by past comments after rocky VP debut (MSNBC)

In an interview with NBC News, Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, spoke about his rocky debut as former President Donald Trump's running mate and the criticisms he's ...

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Meet JD Vance's Jewish chief of staff, Jacob Reses (The Times of Israel)

The 33-year-old Modern Orthodox day school alum has quietly become one of the most influential conservatives in the US after his boss was chosen as Donald ...

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As JD Vance Takes Heat, Trump Fans Rally to His Side (The Wall Street Journal)

GOP base is sticking with the embattled vice-presidential pick, but swing voters are an open question.

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Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance campaigns in ... (AZCentral.com)

Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk speaks during a rally for vice presidential nominee JD Vance at Arizona Christian University on July 31, 2024.

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Opinion | The Mystery of JD Vance Is Unraveling (The New York Times)

Even so, despite his early stumbles, it's too early to know whether Vance will turn out to be a boon or a bust for the Trump campaign.

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JD Vance rallies in Reno, “If you are in this country illegally, start ... (KUNR Public Radio)

Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance and wife Usha Vance at a campaign rally at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center on July 30, 2024. Nick Stewart / KUNR ...

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JD Vance Is the Real Sucker Punch for Trump (Bloomberg)

Patricia Lopez is a Bloomberg Opinion columnist covering politics and policy. She is a former member of the editorial board at the Minneapolis Star Tribune, ...

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JD Vance in the Valley; primary election results continue to come in ... (FOX 10 News Phoenix)

From GOP vice presidential candidate JD Vance's campaign stop in Arizona to the sentence a man has received for killing his girlfriend, here's a look at ...

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Childless cat ladies of the world must unite against JD Vance's ... (Nikkei Asia)

Nancy Snow, a Tokyo resident, is an advisor in strategic communications and the lead author of the forthcoming "Propaganda and Persuasion" (8th editio.

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Get ready for even more JD Vance in the spotlight after shaky rollout (CNN)

Ohio Sen. JD Vance speaks at a campaign rally in Reno, Nevada, on July 30, 2024. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images.

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Trump running mate JD Vance in Fresno County for fundraising ... (KFSN-TV)

Republican nominee for vice president JD Vance is turning his attention to the Central Valley. He is in Coalinga on Wednesday for a fundraiser.

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The farmers who love JD Vance (Politico)

But you wouldn't know it from today's fundraiser in Coalinga, Calif., where he got a warm reception from California's farming community. California Republicans ...

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JD Vance has much to learn about the spotlight, Senate ... (The Washington Post)

The Ohio Republican is the most politically inexperienced GOP vice-presidential nominee in almost 90 years. He's run in just one election for any political ...

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JD Vance to tour border ranch, meet with Sierra Vista mayor during ... (AZCentral.com)

JD Vance will meet with fourth generation rancher John Ladd and Sierra Vista officials during southern border visit in Cochise County.

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JD Vance 'May Be a Drag' on Donald Trump, Polling Suggests (Newsweek)

Selecting the Ohio senator as his VP could "be a drag on Trump's reelection chances," according to a politics expert.

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JD Vance credits Trump for prisoner swap Biden negotiated | CNN (CNN)

Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance discusses the massive prisoner swap with Russia that included Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich.

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JD Vance Suggests Donald Trump Deserves Credit for Joe Biden's ... (Newsweek)

The Ohio Republican said Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan may have been released in anticipation Trump winning.

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This Is Why J.D. Vance Hates “Childless Cat Ladies” (The New Republic)

In his worldview, there can only be one supreme power in America—and it's between trad-male authoritarians like him or woke women of the left.

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Trump explains why he chose JD Vance: 'He's self-made, no well ... (Times of India)

US News: ​Former president Donald Trump said he has all the respect for his running mate JD Vance despite the several controversies around him.

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Trump ramps up defense of VP choice Vance after rocky rollout (PBS NewsHour)

Trump said Wednesday running mate JD Vance is "strongly family-oriented" when asked repeatedly to explain Vance's history of criticizing childless ...

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Did Donald Trump just mock JD Vance? 'I've always had great ... (Hindustan Times)

Donald Trump on Wednesday declared that the selection of Ohio Senator JD Vance as his running mate “will not have any impact” on the 2024 White House race.

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COLUMN: J.D. Vance vs. the cat people (Tahlequah Daily Press)

Some of my best friends are cat people. I'm particularly indebted to our neighbor Laura, a self-described "crazy cat lady," who took in Albert, the most ...

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JD Vance is having a rocky rollout. How much does it matter to voters? (ABC News)

Republicans and Democrats agree: Ohio Sen. JD Vance has had a rocky rollout as Donald Trump's running mate. What's less clear is how much it matters to ...

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Childless adults and stepparents have some thoughts on JD Vance (Mother Jones)

The GOP pick for VP has repeatedly criticized women without biological children as “childless cat ladies.” Now, they're pouncing on him.

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While JD Vance Rails Against 'Cat Ladies,' GOP Policies Are Making ... (Ms. Magazine)

Americans with children are more likely to be unhappy, compared to people without children, because of a lack of paid leave and childcare.

GOP VP candidate J.D. Vance goes on the attack during visit to the ... (NPR)

On a three-day campaign sweep through Nevada and Arizona, Republican vice-presidential candidate J.D. Vance repeatedly pinned what he called the failures of ...

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JD Vance makes campaign stop in Glendale, set to tour border on ... (Arizona's Family)

JD Vance appeared to a crowd of supporters Wednesday night as part of a campaign stop in Glendale at Arizona Christian University Event Center.

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JD Vance attacked AOC for 'sociopathic attitude' towards children ... (The Guardian)

Trump running mate made remarks to Catholic group in 2021, the same year he criticized 'childless cat ladies'

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Vance tours U.S.-Mexico border in Arizona, faulting Harris over ... (CBS News)

In Arizona, Sen. JD Vance criticized the Biden administration's immigration policies and targeted Vice President Kamala Harris for her work on the issue.

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Donald Trump ramps up his defense of JD Vance after one of the ... (WKYC.com)

Former President Donald Trump is ramping up his defense of Ohio U.S. Sen. JD Vance after one of the rockiest VP rollouts in recent memory.

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JD Vance says border enforcement isn't hard. It's 'common sense' (KARK)

Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance campaigned in Arizona this week, trying to paint the Biden-Harris administration as weak on immigration.

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'Idiotic policies': JD Vance slams Harris in visit to US southern border (KTVQ Billings News)

Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance toured a stretch of the U.S.-Mexico border in Arizona, slamming Vice President Harris and the White House's ...

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