For the likes of Dick Cheney to vote for a Democrat, albeit a left-of-center Democrat, requires a complete disdain for Donald Trump. Liz Cheney confirms her dad is doing just that.
Dick Cheney is voting for Kamala Harris
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- Former Vice President Dick Cheney, a key figure in the Republican establishment, is voting for Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris, as confirmed by his daughter, Liz Cheney.
- Cheney’s endorsement signals a rejection of Donald Trump’s influence on the Republican Party and reflects the deep divide between traditional conservatives and Trump’s populist base.
- This revelation is significant for older, more conservative voters, particularly in key battleground states like Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Michigan, where Cheney’s endorsement could influence disillusioned Republicans.
- Cheney’s decision could help catalyze a broader realignment within the GOP, encouraging other traditional Republicans to distance themselves from Trumpism and rebuild a more moderate party.
- Progressives should view this moment as a potential turning point, leveraging the discontent within the GOP to advance a more inclusive, cooperative political future.
The surprises in the 2024 election continue. We continue to have various firsts, and many more are likely to come before this cycle is over.