The Shawn Ryan Show #130 JD Vance - Why Have a Government if it's Not Functioning?
Sep 11, 2024
JD Vance, author of "Hillbilly Elegy" and U.S. Senator from Ohio, shares his reflections on 9/11, revealing how the tragedy influenced his journey to join the Marine Corps. He discusses pressing issues like U.S. foreign funding, the war in Ukraine, and challenges of illegal immigration, emphasizing the need for government reform to boost efficiency. Vance offers insights into promoting free speech and adapting childcare policies, aiming to address the evolving needs of American families and engage women voters in upcoming elections.
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Impact of 9/11
- 9/11 significantly shifted JD Vance's perspective on military service, leading him to enlist.
- He notes the post-9/11 surge in patriotism and unity, contrasting it with today's political division.
Funding Terrorism
- JD Vance criticizes the Biden-Harris administration for allegedly funding terrorism.
- He points out the irony of funding the Taliban after 9/11 and questions the government's competence.
Ukraine War
- JD Vance and Shawn Ryan discuss Trump's claim of resolving the Ukraine war quickly.
- They question the humanitarian justification for US involvement.