New York Post reporter Lydia Moynihan joked, ‘I don’t think this is the bombshell report that will alienate independents the Washington Post thinks it is’
In response to media attempts to portray vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance as extreme, conservatives on social media have embraced the characterization, arguing that the Washington Post’s depiction of the Republican as an “anti-woke” warrior serves as a substantial endorsement.
The Washington Post headline on Friday read, “Leaked memo shows J.D. Vance’s anti-woke ideology on foreign affairs.” Vance himself took the criticism in stride, joking on X (formerly Twitter), “They got me.”
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The article, penned by the Post’s National Security reporter John Hudson, detailed Vance’s efforts to block U.S. State Department nominees who promote radical left ideologies. This portrayal seemed to bolster conservative support for Vance, at least on social media.
Conservative journalist Ian Miles Cheong commented on the piece, stating, “The Washington Post didn’t have to sell J.D. Vance to me like this, because I already liked him before they got these leaked memos showing how truly based he is.”
Hudson’s article outlined how Vance, as a senator, became known within the State Department as a significant obstacle to confirming career ambassadors. Vance reportedly required nominees to complete a questionnaire on contentious social issues, including LGBTQ rights, gender transition care, and diversity, equity, and inclusion hiring practices.
LEAKED: Apparently, leaked memos show that J.D. Vance is so hardcore against wokeness that he froze dozens of ambassador nominations over their views on gender transition and DEI. Incredible.
— Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) July 20, 2024
To do this, Vance asked prospective ambassadors if they'd increase the number of… pic.twitter.com/7y4gbIFJzs
Nominees who revealed left-wing perspectives in their responses often faced delays exceeding a year in their appointments.
The Washington Post obtained a copy of this questionnaire and shared some of its specific questions. These included inquiries about increasing the number of gender-neutral bathrooms in U.S. embassies, boosting resources for gender dysphoria and gender transition care, and raising the Progress flag during regional Pride celebrations.
As conservatives rally behind Vance, viewing the media criticism as validation of his stance, the controversy highlights the ongoing ideological battles within American politics, particularly regarding the State Department’s approach to social issues.
The Washington Post headline on Friday read, “Leaked memo shows J.D. Vance’s anti-woke ideology on foreign affairs.” Vance himself responded with sarcasm on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “They got me.”
They got me pic.twitter.com/J2YYXDCoSz
— JD Vance (@JDVance1) July 20, 2024
National Security reporter John Hudson detailed in the article how Vance would block U.S. State Department nominees who promoted radical left ideologies. Despite reaching out for a comment, Vance’s office did not respond, though Vance’s sarcastic remark on social media prompted a wave of support and mockery online.
Conservative journalist Ian Miles Cheong remarked, “The Washington Post didn’t have to sell J.D. Vance to me like this, because I already liked him before they got these leaked memos showing how truly based he is.”
New York Post reporter Lydia Moynihan joked, “I don’t think this is the bombshell report that will alienate independents the Washington Post thinks it is.”
I don’t think this is the bombshell report that will alienate independents the Washington Post thinks it is…
— Lydia Moynihan (@LJMoynihan) July 20, 2024
Leaked memo shows J.D. Vance’s anti-woke ideology on foreign affairs – The Washington Post https://t.co/JmShg4mLzj
Conservative commentator Joey Mannarino thanked Vance for his stance, posting, “Thank you for standing against WOKE.”
Business owner and conservative Steve Ferguson added to the support, commenting on Vance’s post, “Another great reason you should be Vice President!”
They got me pic.twitter.com/J2YYXDCoSz
— JD Vance (@JDVance1) July 20, 2024
Hudson’s article revealed that Vance, as a senator, became known within the State Department as a major obstacle to confirming career ambassadors. He required nominees to complete a questionnaire on controversial social issues, including LGBTQ rights, gender transition care, and diversity, equity, and inclusion hiring practices. Those who revealed left-wing perspectives often faced significant delays in their appointments.
The Washington Post obtained a copy of this questionnaire and shared some of its specific questions, which included inquiries about increasing the number of gender-neutral bathrooms in U.S. embassies, boosting resources for gender dysphoria and gender transition care, and raising the Progress flag during regional Pride celebrations.
As conservatives rally behind Vance, the controversy underscores the ongoing ideological battles within American politics, particularly regarding the State Department’s approach to social issues.