Vance promises ‘golden age’ in closing message to Michigan voters – Washington Examiner
In a recent campaign rally in Flint, Michigan, Senator JD Vance, a Republican candidate, emphasized his vision of a “Golden Age of American prosperity” in his closing message to voters ahead of the upcoming election. Drawing on the themes of former President Donald Trump’s “Make America Great Again,” Vance expressed optimism about the future, stating that the country is on the verge of significant economic revival. He criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for the current challenges facing the nation, including the migrant crisis and rising living costs.
Vance highlighted his commitment to American energy independence, describing a vision where the U.S. would not only be energy independent but also dominant in energy production. He pledged to make the American dream of homeownership affordable for younger generations. His message resonated with the crowd, many of whom held signs stating “Trump will fix it,” reflecting a collective desire for revitalization in manufacturing, particularly in a city like Flint, which has suffered significant job losses.
Addressing the broader implications, Vance linked the economic struggles of Flint to similar experiences in Rust Belt communities across the nation, including his hometown of Middletown, Ohio. He positioned his candidacy as a response to what he termed a historical neglect by previous leaders, promising renewed focus and dedication to these communities as part of his campaign.
Vance promises ‘golden age’ in closing message to Michigan voters
FLINT, Michigan — Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) riffed on former President Donald Trump‘s campaign promise to “Make America Great Again” at his final preelection rally Monday in Michigan.
“I do believe, my friends, that we’re on the cusp of a Golden Age of American prosperity,” Vance told the crowd of supporters in Flint, who held “Trump will fix it signs” as he blamed Vice President Kamala Harris for a migrant crisis at the southern border and the rising cost of living.
“We’re on the cusp of an America where we’re not just energy independent, but we’re energy dominant,” Vance added. “We’re ready to make the American dream of homeownership affordable for millions of young Americans all over the state of Michigan and all over America.”
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Vance’s appeal was tailor-made to Flint, a car manufacturing powerhouse that has faced an exodus of jobs. He and Trump have promised to restore manufacturing through tariffs and lower energy costs, including investments in the auto industry.
“I know that the story of Flint is, unfortunately, the story of way too many communities all across the state of Michigan, and it’s the story of my community in Middletown, Ohio,” Vance said, alluding to his upbringing in the Rust Belt. “Which is that for too long, a generation of American leaders has failed to do their job for communities like Flint, Michigan.”
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Harris, too, has emphasized a revival of the manufacturing industry and has promoted the tens of thousands of jobs created under the Biden administration. However, she is facing anxiety in Michigan as Democrats push to transition the sector to electric vehicles.
Vance’s event in Flint comes as Trump prepares to rally in Grand Rapids late Monday night, where the former president plans to close out his third consecutive presidential campaign.
However, Vance insisted that he would return to the state as vice president-elect.
“This is a beautiful place to close out the campaign in Michigan,” Vance said at the start of his speech. “I’m sorry to say that this is the last time that I will be in Michigan as a vice presidential candidate. But if we go out and do our jobs tomorrow, I’ll come back as vice president of the United States of America.”
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