In a recently unearthed podcast from 2021, Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance made controversial statements about professional women and traditional masculinity.
According to The Daily Beast, Vance argued that women who prioritize their careers over having children are choosing "a path to misery."
The comments have resurfaced amidst his current campaign as Donald Trump's running mate. The podcast, produced by the right-wing non-profit American Moment, featured Vance expressing his views on gender roles and societal expectations. He specifically referenced his female classmates at Yale Law School, suggesting that their pursuit of high-powered careers was making them "really miserable."
Vance's comments focused on what he perceives as a misguided prioritization of career over family among professional women. He argued that women who choose to work long hours in corporate environments instead of starting families are ultimately unhappy with their choices.
The Ohio senator specifically mentioned his observations of female classmates at Yale Law School, where he met his wife Usha. He claimed that these women were "caught up in a rat race" that was leading to their unhappiness.
Vance's remarks echo previous controversial statements he has made, including a reference to "childless cat ladies" which he recently claimed was meant as a joke. These comments have drawn criticism and scrutiny as he campaigns alongside Donald Trump.
In addition to his comments about professional women, Vance expressed concerns about what he sees as the suppression of traditional masculine traits in society. He argued that these traits are being actively discouraged from childhood through adulthood.
Vance, a father of three, shared anecdotes about his son's behavior, interpreting them as natural expressions of masculinity. He suggested that these traits are deeply rooted in cultural, biological, and spiritual factors.
The senator went on to speculate about future scenarios, using provocative language to contrast what he views as traditional masculinity with more modern expressions of manhood. His comments included references to potential future conflicts and the role of masculine traits in national defense.
The podcast featuring Vance's comments was produced by American Moment, a right-wing non-profit organization. The group's stated mission involves identifying and educating young Americans to implement public policies supporting strong families, national sovereignty, and prosperity.
At the time of the podcast's release in September 2021, Vance was a member of American Moment's advisory board and was running for U.S. Senate. He is currently listed as a "board members emeritus" on the organization's website.
American Moment is also connected to Project 2025, an initiative associated with The Heritage Foundation. This connection places Vance's comments within a broader context of conservative policy initiatives and organizations.
JD Vance's resurfaced comments from a 2021 podcast have sparked controversy due to his views on professional women and traditional masculinity. His remarks about career-focused women choosing "a path to misery" and concerns about the suppression of masculine traits have drawn attention and criticism. These statements, made while Vance was associated with the right-wing non-profit American Moment, have gained renewed scrutiny as he campaigns as the Republican vice presidential nominee alongside Donald Trump.
