J. D. Vance, a Republican senator from Ohio, has finally embraced the infamous “Big Lie” about the 2020 election. Unlike his predecessor, Donald Trump, Vance claims that tech companies rigged the election by not spreading dubious stories like the one about Hunter Biden’s laptop. Truthfully, social media paused the story briefly for verification, not because of any elaborate conspiracy. This shifts the narrative from court cases or false conspiracies, focusing instead on how the election might have been manipulated by big tech. Vance is cleverly trying to appear smart while still supporting Trump's false claims. It's not just about looking good; his stance supports a larger anti-democratic agenda. Republicans, including Vance, believe they have the right to spread lies without consequence. Vance even has your back if you're an immigrant hater, controversial friend, or politician who thinks “Big Tech” owes them free promotion. It’s more than just lies; it's about promoting an ideology that challenges democracy itself. He believes in a version of America that prioritizes race over laws and rejects the multiracial democracy many supporters believe in. Lying becomes acceptable because it serves his idea of preserving “real” Americans. In a true democracy, people must access real information to govern themselves wisely, but Vance's views signal a larger fascist movement that might outlast Trump.

JD Vance's Shift: A New Twist on an Old Lie

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