In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, excitement is building as J.D. Vance is set to make a splash at the Republican Party convention.
This Wednesday evening, Vance will take center stage as Donald Trump’s running mate, sharing his story of overcoming a tough childhood to connect with a broader American audience.
Vance plans to speak about his rise from poverty, saying, “Some folks tell me I’ve lived the American Dream, and they’re right.”
With his mother in the audience, Vance will highlight that the true essence of the American Dream for him wasn’t just personal success, but becoming a good husband and father, and providing for his family in ways he never had as a child.
From a challenging upbringing marked by his mother’s addiction, through his Marine service and Yale Law School, Vance’s journey has been nothing short of extraordinary.
Despite his bestselling memoir, *Hillbilly Elegy*, and its movie adaptation featuring Glenn Close, he remains relatively unknown outside political circles.
In his address, Vance will criticize “career politicians” like Joe Biden, blaming them for trade policies that hurt families like his own.
He’s expected to voice Trump’s commitment to working-class Americans, emphasizing that the campaign will prioritize U.S. citizens over foreign labor.
Interestingly, Vance wasn’t always a Trump supporter.
He didn’t vote for Trump in 2016 and publicly criticized his presidency, even comparing him to Hitler.
However, in 2024’s Trump Republican Party, Vance’s past critiques seem to be forgiven, and he may even win over some skeptics.
The Ohio delegation at the convention is particularly energized.
Unlike other delegates, they filled their seats well before Vance’s appearance.
Mike Gondinaki, a delegate, sees Vance as the future of the party, likening him to what Barack Obama represented for the Democrats.
The campaign has been busy preparing for Vance’s role, including adding his name to Trump’s jet and shifting some of his Senate staff to the presidential campaign.
Vance’s rags-to-riches story is expected to resonate with many in middle America, even though his political experience is limited.
Building the Legacy
Nigel Farage, a Trump ally, views Vance’s selection as a strategic move for the future.
“This is the Trump succession,” Farage told DailyMail.com, referring to Vance as part of the MAGA legacy.
The Convention Atmosphere
The anticipation for the evening was palpable.
The excitement reached a peak when Trump arrived, accompanied by his favorite song, “It’s a Man’s World” by James Brown with Pavarotti.
While Trump’s arrival was a highlight, Vance was the main attraction, with the event also featuring tributes to his Ohio roots, including a speech from the mayor of East Palestine.
A New Chapter
Vance’s debut as Trump’s running mate includes a campaign fundraiser where he criticized the media and reiterated Trump’s leadership style.
Guests enjoyed Maine lobster rolls and crab dip while Vance’s entrance was set to the banjo bluegrass of Merle Haggard’s “America First.”
Vance humorously acknowledged the weight of the evening, joking about the pressure of not messing up his big speech, but also expressing excitement about the official endorsement.
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