Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance isn’t one to mince words, and his latest salvo was aimed right at the heart of the mainstream media. Speaking at a rally in New Kensington, PA, Vance accused the media of trying to portray Vice President Kamala Harris as the ‘second coming of Abraham Lincoln.’
‘I just can’t quite get over how dishonest the American media is about Kamala Harris. Isn’t it the craziest thing?’ Vance told the crowd. ‘Now we have to remember for three and a half years […] Democratic leaders all across the country would say things and the American media would back ’em up. That President Biden, for three and a half years—he’s as sharp as he’s ever been, sharp as a tack. Remember that?’
He continued, ‘The American media acted for three and a half years like this guy was Albert Einstein—and now they would tell us that Kamala Harris is the second coming of Abraham Lincoln. We don’t buy it. We don’t believe it.’
The Media’s Rose-Colored Glasses
Let’s face it, folks, the mainstream media’s portrayal of Biden and Harris is like watching a bad comedy sketch. They’ve been painting Biden as some sort of intellectual powerhouse when in reality, he’s been stumbling through press conferences like a lost tourist in Times Square. And Harris? Well, she’s about as close to Lincoln as I am to being the next astronaut on the moon.
Biden’s Gaffes vs. Media Praise
- Biden: “Poor kids are just as bright and just as talented as white kids.”
- Media: “A minor slip of the tongue.”
- Biden: “We choose truth over facts!”
- Media: “A passionate declaration of integrity.”
- Biden: “I’m Joe Biden’s husband, Joe Biden.”
- Media: “A charming display of self-deprecating humor.”
It’s like the media’s playing a game of “Pretend the Emperor Has Clothes” with the American public. They’re so busy trying to make Biden look competent and Harris look presidential, they’ve forgotten what those words actually mean.
Vance’s Media Showdown
Since being chosen by former President Donald Trump as his running mate, Vance has frequently expressed his distrust of the mainstream news media. Speaking with Fox News on Wednesday, Vance said he wanted to engage in multiple debates with his vice-presidential opponent Tim Walz, but only if they were ‘real’ and not ‘fake.’
‘In other words, we’re not going to walk into a fake news media garbage debate. We’re going to do a real debate, and if CBS agrees to it, then certainly we’ll do it,’ Vance added.
You’ve got to hand it to Vance – he’s not afraid to call a spade a spade. Or in this case, call out the media’s dog and pony show for what it is. It’s refreshing to see a politician who doesn’t just nod along with whatever narrative the press is pushing.
The Military Service Kerfuffle
Vance also had a public spat with CNN’s Brianna Keilar, who had questioned his military credentials. Keilar had said, ‘But when you dig a little deeper into that, he was a public affairs specialist, someone who did not see combat, which certainly the title “combat correspondent,” kind of gives you a different impression.’ Vance hit back, ‘When I got the call to go to Iraq, I went. Tim Walz said he carried a gun in a war. Did he? No. It was a lie.’
Keilar later appeared to backtrack, acknowledging that Vance ‘served honorably in Iraq.’
The Vance vs. Walz Military Service Comparison
| Candidate | Military Service | Controversy |
|---|---|---|
| JD Vance | Served in Iraq as a public affairs specialist | Service questioned but later acknowledged |
| Tim Walz | Claimed to have carried a gun in war | Accused of lying about combat experience |
It’s amazing how quickly the media can backpedal when they’re caught in their own web of half-truths. Keilar’s attempt to diminish Vance’s service backfired spectacularly, revealing the stark contrast between Vance’s honest service and Walz’s questionable claims.
A History of Media Bias
This isn’t the first rodeo for media bias, folks. Remember how they treated President Trump? They scrutinized every tweet, every gesture, like he was some sort of political Bigfoot. Meanwhile, Biden gets softballs and ice cream questions. It’s like watching two different sports on the same channel.
Let’s take a stroll down memory lane, shall we? During the 2016 election, a study by the Media Research Center found that 91% of Trump coverage on evening newscasts was negative. Fast forward to Biden’s first 100 days, and we see a complete 180. According to a study by the Pew Research Center, Biden received the most positive media coverage of any president in the last 30 years during his first 100 days in office.
It’s not just about positive vs. negative coverage. It’s about the softball questions, the lack of follow-up, the willingness to accept statements at face value. Remember when Biden said, “You ain’t black” if you don’t vote for him? The media treated it like a minor faux pas instead of the deeply problematic statement it was.
The Road Ahead
As the campaign heats up, expect more fiery exchanges between Vance and his opponents. The media portrayal of candidates remains a hot-button issue, and Vance isn’t backing down from calling out what he sees as bias and dishonesty.
In this era of spin and carefully crafted narratives, Vance’s straightforward approach is like a breath of fresh air in a room full of political air fresheners. He’s not here to play nice with a media that’s more interested in shaping stories than reporting them.
So, as we buckle up for what promises to be a wild ride to Election Day, keep your wits about you. Remember, if the media tells you Kamala Harris is the next Lincoln, it might be time to check your history books – and maybe switch channels.
Stay tuned for more updates from the campaign trail. And remember, in the world of political media, if it looks too good to be true, it probably is – especially if it’s wearing a donkey pin.
Table of Contents
- The Media’s Rose-Colored Glasses
- Vance’s Media Showdown
- The Military Service Kerfuffle
- A History of Media Bias
- The Road Ahead
