Former President Donald Trump’s choice for vice president has come under scrutiny by some critics who believe he should reconsider his decision to choose Republican Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his running mate. However, Frank Luntz, a well-known pollster with an anti-Trump stance, believes that this is not the case. In an interview with CNN, Luntz explained that Sen. Vance appeals to a specific segment of the electorate that Trump needs in order to win the election.
Luntz stated that Trump’s decision to double down on his support for J.D. Vance is strategic because he comes from a background similar to those struggling financially, making him more relatable and credible to these voters. These paycheck-to-paycheck workers represent one-fourth of the American electorate and traditionally vote Democrat over Republican by a two-to-one margin. However, Trump managed to close that gap slightly during his time in office. Luntz emphasizes that if this segment of the population swings back towards supporting Democrats, it could be the deciding factor for the next president.
J.D. Vance appeals to these struggling voters because he understands their struggles firsthand. These people face a precarious financial situation where any loss of income or unexpected expense could lead to losing their homes or cars. As a nation, Luntz believes that we are sympathetic towards this group and that they will become a more prominent focus in the upcoming election cycle.
A recent poll by Rasmussen Reports supports Trump’s choice for vice president, with 51% of likely voters approving of Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his running mate. The report reveals that 75% of Republican voters and even a small percentage of Democrats and unaffiliated voters support the decision to make Vance their vice-presidential candidate.
Vance’s approval ratings are relatively consistent across different demographics, including age, race, gender, and political affiliation. His selection as Trump’s running mate has received strong approval from various groups such as government employees, private sector workers, entrepreneurs, and retirees.
Since being chosen by Trump for the vice presidential position, J.D. Vance has been vocal in sharing his opinions on political matters. He recently stated that if President Biden cannot run for office due to cognitive concerns, he should not continue serving as president. Vance argues that “if you can’t run, you can’t serve,” and that the president should resign immediately.
In conclusion, Frank Luntz believes that Trump’s decision to choose J.D. Vance as his vice presidential candidate is strategic and will help him appeal to a crucial segment of the electorate – struggling paycheck-to-paycheck workers who traditionally lean towards the Democratic party. A recent poll supports this choice, with strong approval ratings from various demographics across the political spectrum.
