JD Vance Defends Abortion Stance in Debate

During the recent vice-presidential debate, JD Vance attempted to rewrite Donald Trump's history regarding the Affordable Care Act, claiming Trump worked in a bipartisan manner to save it, a stark contradiction to Trump's campaign promises to repeal it. Vance's strategy focused on appealing to undecided voters by avoiding direct references to Trump, instead launching attacks on Kamala Harris and attempting to portray himself as reasonable despite numerous falsehoods. Vance also tried to distance himself from his previous hardline stance on abortion, acknowledging its unpopularity while feigning empathy for women in difficult situations. Throughout the debate, he selectively reinterpreted events surrounding the January 6 Capitol riot, claiming Trump 'peacefully' transferred power, and dodged questions about whether Trump lost the 2020 election. His performance, while smooth, was criticized for its dishonesty and lack of accountability, especially regarding pressing issues such as democracy and reproductive rights. The debate highlighted the stark contrasts in policy perspectives between the two parties as voters prepare for the election.