Former Republican representative Liz Cheney, who has been a vocal critic of former President Donald Trump, announced during a speech at Duke University that she will be voting for Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming election. This comes as a shock to many, as Cheney has been a staunch supporter of conservative values and was even censured by the Wyoming Republican Party for her continued opposition to Trump.
During her speech, Cheney made it clear that her decision to vote for Harris was primarily influenced by her belief that Trump poses a danger to the country. She stated, “I think it is crucially important for people to recognize, not only is what I just said about the danger that Trump poses something that should prevent people from voting for him, but I don’t believe that we have the luxury of writing in candidates’ names, particularly in swing states.”
This statement echoes Cheney’s previous criticisms of Trump and his policies, and it seems that her disdain for him has only intensified in the time since she was censured by her own party. She continued, “And as a conservative, as someone who believes in and cares about the Constitution, I have thought deeply about this, and because of the danger that Donald Trump poses, not only am I not voting for Donald Trump, but I will be voting for Kamala Harris.”
Cheney’s decision to vote for Harris is seen by many as a betrayal to the Republican Party and to the conservative values she has long espoused. Before declaring her support for Harris, Cheney notably did not attend the Republican National Convention, alongside other prominent Republicans such as George W. Bush, Mike Pence, Mitt Romney, and Paul Ryan. This further solidified her status as a vocal critic of the current administration.
Some speculate that Cheney’s announcement may be a result of her desire to prevent Trump from reclaiming the White House. She had previously considered running for president as a third-party candidate and has expressed her determination to do “whatever it takes” to stop Trump from winning again. However, many in the Republican Party see her decision to support Harris as a betrayal to the party and its principles.
Liz Cheney endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris at Duke University@newsobserver pic.twitter.com/taoMYNQ6d1
— Emma Cline (@emmacline_) September 4, 2024
Cheney’s decision to vote for Kamala Harris in the upcoming election is further proof of her ongoing opposition to Donald Trump and his policies. While she may have been a Republican representative in the past, her recent actions and statements make it clear that she is no longer aligned with the values of the party.
In fact, I think she made that very clear years ago.
Her decision to vote for Harris may have severe repercussions within the Republican Party and could further divide an already polarized political landscape. It is time for true conservatives to stand up and reject the betrayal of their party’s values by individuals like Cheney.
Who cares about Cheney – she is less relevant than a pair of old worn out shoes with no soles (or in her case, no soul).
Well said, Pia. She should be in jail.
Shes just one vote, and thats just the way it is…lost without honor…