Actor Jeff Daniels has criticized the Republican Party’s "deterioration" during an interview, claiming Harris would have appointed figures like Liz Cheney to her cabinet.
Actor Jeff Daniels lamented former Vice President Kam, as the former Vice President of the United States, the Democratic candidate in the 2024 presidential election, narrowly lost to Donald Trump. In a recent interview with MSNBC’s Nicolle Wallace, Daniels expressed his views on how he believes Kamala Harris would have governed, drawing a parallel to Abraham Lincoln’s leadership approach.
He stated that if Harris had won, she would have taken a different route compared to her predecessor, with her cabinet filled with individuals who hold opposing viewpoints. Daniels specifically referenced the book "Team of Rivals" by Doris Kearns Goodwin, which illustrates how Lincoln built a cabinet with diverse members to foster better decision-making processes.
During the interview, he also mentioned that Kamala’s campaign had already shown a tendency to include influential figures like Liz Cheney, a prominent critic of President Donald Trump, in their efforts to connect with a broader audience. This strategy was noted as a way for Harris to demonstrate her ability to work with people who may not always agree with her, similar to Lincoln’s cabinet.
Additionally, Daniels offered his critique of the Republican Party’s current state, suggesting it has experienced a significant decline, especially under the leadership of Donald Trump. He pointed toward the changing dynamics of the political landscape and the impact of these changes on the economy and the diverse population he believes the country should serve.
As an actor, Daniels is known for his roles in notable films and television series, and he is currently portraying former President Ronald Reagan in the upcoming movie "Reykjavík." His contributions to various projects have earned him a place in the entertainment industry, yet he has used his platform to voice his political opinions, as seen in this recent interview.