OPINION:
Our quadrennial presidential joust is always a case study in philosophy concentrating on appearance vs. reality, but this year’s race is downright theatrical, especially for the Democrats (“The dangerous reality behind Harris’ campaign lies,” web, Aug. 13).
Yes, both sides put lipstick on the pig, with Republicans excusing vice presidential candidate J.D. Vance’s cat lady insults as sarcasm or a failed attempt at humor, and Democrats digging in when presented with apparent military-service lies from their vice presidential pick, Tim Walz.
But the very best examples of reality masquerading as the appearance of innocent misunderstanding come from Vice President Kamala Harris. She must now walk back long-held policies: Medicare for all, gun confiscation, border control and a revamping of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, a ban on fracking, defunding the police and more.
Will anyone not under political anesthesia believe these retractions?
PAUL BLOUSTEIN
Cincinnati
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