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Congratulations, Mike Pence! Did the Former VP Find His Spine?
In a rare example of fortitude, Pence refuses to endorse the former president. Who will follow his lead?
In a rare display of fortitude, former Vice President Mike Pence has opted not to endorse the former president, Donald Trump, in what could be a watershed moment for the Republican Party.
Pence’s decision to break ranks with Trump, despite years of unwavering loyalty, has sparked discussions across the political spectrum about the future of the GOP and who might follow Pence’s lead.
For Americans disillusioned with the Trump era, Pence’s refusal to endorse his former boss is seen as a glimmer of hope in a landscape dominated by partisan loyalty over principle.
While Pence’s motivations may be subject to interpretation, his decision sends a powerful message: standing up to the divisive and corrosive politics of the Trump era is not only possible but necessary for the health of democracy.
As speculation swirls about who else within the Republican ranks might have the courage to distance themselves from Trump, here are five examples of other prominent figures who may choose to follow Pence’s lead:
