Former Vice President Mike Pence’s Chief of Staff, Marc Short, is set to speak at Colby College in Maine about the 2024 presidential election, the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, and the realignment of political parties. Short, now a contributor on news programs and a Fellow at Georgetown University, played a key role in the Trump administration’s appointments to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Short believes that the Republican party is moving away from traditional conservative values on issues like abortion, immigration, and foreign policy. He criticizes the party’s platform changes to soften its stance on abortion and redefine marriage, aligning more with former President Trump’s policies.
Regarding the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, Short blames Trump for his role in inciting the violence but also accuses Democrats of contributing to election mistrust. Despite his belief in Trump’s responsibility, Short defends the foundation of democracy and disagrees with claims of authoritarianism.
Short hopes to encourage students to pursue a life of public service based on constitutional principles and integrity. He criticizes Republicans for not publicly opposing Trump on policy disagreements, which he believes they discuss privately.
Short’s talk at Colby College is part of a series that aims to bring firsthand political experience to students and the press. His insights into the current political landscape and the challenges facing the Republican party provide a valuable perspective for those interested in politics and governance.
Source
Photo credit www.pressherald.com
Ex-Pence Chief of Staff to Address Jan. 6 Fallout and Future of GOP in Waterville Talk
Previous article![]( "University of Maine Athletics defeats Stonehill in Sunday game")
Next article![]( "Grown-ups can also adopt a ‘back to school’ mindset")
