In one of the most important exchanges of Tuesday's vice-presidential debate, Vance refused to say that the former president lost the 2020 election, and he downplayed the violent events of January 6. He also declined to rule out challenging the outcome of the upcoming election even if votes were certified by every state leader as legitimate, showcasing his loyalty to Trump and the emerging anti-democracy movement.
Trump picked Vance as his running mate because Vance publicly stated he'd do what Mike Pence refused to do—to overturn democracy and place the US under Maga control. This indicates Vance’s commitment to Trump’s agenda and his willingness to question the legitimacy of democratic processes.
Vance alleged that the 2020 election was stolen and claimed Biden’s immigration policy would lead to Democrat voters pouring into the country. His remarks suggest a strategic political narrative aimed at solidifying his base by stoking fears about electoral demographics.
Vance told voters, 'You're talking about a shift in the democratic makeup of this country that would mean we never win, meaning Republicans would never win a national election in this country ever again.' This highlights his ideology rooted in the fear of demographic change influencing electoral outcomes.
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