S5E45 The Two Kens: D.E.I., Jezebel and that Megawatt Smile

The Two Ken’s reconvene to talk about Joe Biden’s decision to step aside and pass the torch. He gave his full endorsement to his Vice President. Kamala Harris quickly emerged as the presumptive nominee of the Democratic Party. It triggered an explosion of enthusiasm. After the assassination attempt, the Republican Campaign reported that their candidate was a “changed man.” Determined to be a uniter, he emerged from his close brush with death as a candidate for President of the whole country, not just half. It lasted for only a few minutes in the opening pre-packaged acceptance speech. He strayed from the teleprompter - proving that he hadn’t changed at all. Republicans, caught off guard and flat-footed, launched their attack - much of it personal. Many referred to the Vice President as a “D.E.I. hire.” J.D. Vance talks about “childless cat ladies.” Religious leaders, like the New Apostolic Reformation “prophet,” Lance Walnau,   call her a “Jezebel.” The two Kens consider the in-depth meaning of these personal attacks. They unpack the unfolding events, noting that V.P. Kamala Harris has exceeded expectations, launching a nationwide movement that has brought to the campaign a sweet smell of success.

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