Shribman says midterm victory hinges on being less disliked
Writing from Lambs Grove, Iowa, the columnist uses a remark by JD Vance to frame the current political mood.
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What happened
In a column datelined Lambs Grove, Iowa, David Shribman argues that midterm success depends on being hated less than the opposing candidate. He sets aside familiar voter labels such as soccer moms and NASCAR dads and points to a phrase JD Vance used about childless cat ladies.
Why it matters
That framing treats voter sentiment about rivals as the deciding factor.
Coverage
- David M. Shribman: The key to midterm victory: Being hated less than the other guy (post-gazette.com)
- Shribman: Drinking double Haterade in this political climate (toledoblade.com)
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