As the Republican Party evaluates its approach for the 2024 presidential election following a lackluster showing in the 2022 midterms, former Vice President Mike Pence is expressing optimism for Republican unity behind a fresh candidate in the upcoming race.
Distancing from Trump
Pence has been vocal about setting a clear distinction between himself and Former President Donald Trump, especially criticizing Trump’s actions on January 6, which jeopardized Pence’s safety during the Capitol riot.
Reckless Actions
He labeled Trump’s actions on that day as “reckless” and stated that Trump would be held accountable by history for the insurrection, advocating for a new leadership to guide the country.
Abortion Stance
In a stance diverging from Trump, Pence voiced strong support for a federal ban on abortion after 15 weeks, emphasizing the need to address the issues at federal level.
“I Won’t Have It”
Pence remarked that Trump and some other Republicans advocate for leaving the abortion issue to states “but I won’t have it.”
Economic Growth
Pence credits the Trump administration with significant economic growth and job creation, citing tax cuts and deregulation as key drivers.
Trade Triumphs
Pence emphasized the renegotiation of NAFTA and withdrawal from the Trans-Pacific Partnership as triumphs for American workers and manufacturers.
Approach Towards China
Despite criticism over increased tariffs impacting consumers and businesses, Pence maintained that Trump’s tough approach towards China and other nations resulted in fairer trade agreements.
Energy Policies
Highlighting renegotiations of trade deals and the “energy dominance” agenda, Pence argued these strategies had bolstered the U.S. economy and its position as a net exporter of oil and natural gas.
Administration Achievements
Pence asserted that during his tenure the administration achieved substantial advancements in immigration, education, and the appointment of conservative judges.
Future Leaders Guidance
While recognizing that history will ultimately assess the administration’s legacy, Pence expressed hope that its key accomplishments would persist and provide guidance to future leaders.
Moving Beyond Trump
With a look toward the future, Pence emphasized the importance of moving beyond Trump, suggesting the GOP focus on fresh leadership to guide the party forward.
Rejects Ballot Removal Idea
However, the former vice president rejected the idea of removing candidates from appearing on ballots, noting that the Supreme Court must allow the candidates to appear on the ballot.
Trump’s False Claims
In his memoir, Pence criticizes Trump’s portrayal of the January 6 rioters as “patriots” and disputes claims of FBI involvement in the attack. Pence held Trump responsible for putting everyone present at the Capitol in danger that day.
“Call for Different Leadership”
In his recent memoir, “So Help Me God,” Pence also argues that “different times call for different leadership.”
Addressing Key Issues
The former vice president envisions the Republican party prioritizing key issues such as abortion restrictions, limited government, and free market economic policies in the future.
“A Fresh Start”
Pence emphasized the importance of “good Republican voters” rallying behind those who can offer “a fresh start and new leadership” to the party.
Embrace Conservative Values
Pence calls for the party to embrace core conservative values and warns against the risks of populism and policy alignment with Biden’s agenda.
Economic Vision
He underscores the necessity of fiscal responsibility, advocating for tax cuts and deregulation to prevent a debt crisis and stimulate economic growth.
Centrist Policies
Pence stressed the importance of the Republican Party reestablishing connections with moderate voters to regain influence by promoting centrist policies aimed at appealing to independents and Democrats as a strategy to achieve this goal.
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