The Vice President's Quest for Credibility In recent years, a trend has emerged in American politics: high ranking officials abandoning gravitas and seriousness in public appearances. J. D.
Vance, the current vice president, is the latest example of this phenomenon. His appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast was notable for its range of topics, from alien abductions to the war with Iran.
At first glance, Vance's gaffes might seem like a clumsy politician trying too hard to be liked by his audience. However, closer examination reveals that there is more at play here.