I should note that Vance’s personal story is quite compelling, too. And much of that story, I admit, I wasn’t privy to before his selection. He was born into poverty in Appalachia, and his childhood was marred by his mother’s addiction and domestic violence. Eventually, he wound up in the care of his grandparents. Vance deserves a significant amount of respect for not allowing himself to be a victim of his circumstances and instead becoming an American success story.
Yeah, it’s a great story. But Mitt is the one that really sold it, though inadvertently.
“I don’t know that I can disrespect someone more than J. D. Vance,” said Mitt Romney.
It’s a very reliable barometer: If Mitt Romney hates him, then he is probably awesome! If I were running, I can think of no sign more promising than being hated and disparaged by Mitt Romney!
Them: Mitt Romney hates you.
Me: You say that like it’s a BAD thing!