Left-wing accounts on Bluesky have supported the booing of Vice President JD Vance and his children during their recent trip to Disneyland, viewing the public reaction as an opportunity for the kids to understand their father’s political stance. The Vice President, along with his wife Usha and their three children, visited the California amusement park, where they faced a mix of cheers and jeers from park attendees. The event sparked a significant amount of attention, particularly due to the presence of Vance’s children at such a public venue.
The visit also drew a large protest outside the Grand Californian Hotel and along Disney Way, where demonstrators gathered to express their opposition to the Trump administration’s immigration policies. As the news of people booing Vance and his family, including his children, spread on the social media platform Bluesky, some users encouraged the jeers, suggesting that the children should learn about their father’s controversial political image. Clara Jeffery, the editor-in-chief of Mother Jones, expressed support for this sentiment, stating that it’s better for the children to realize their father’s political stance early, comparing it to other children who might see their parents being affected by government policies.
Shannon Freshour, a former Ohio congressional candidate, commented on the situation, suggesting that Vance uses his children as a form of protection, highlighting a story where Vance was confronted by pro-Ukrainian protesters while with his young daughter. Other contributors, such as Michael Hobbes, a former HuffPost reporter, echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing that if a child’s father is seen as negative, it’s better to learn about it early. The academic community, including Sarah Tuttle, an astrophysicist from the University of Washington, also shared her approval of the situation, stating it was the news she needed about the incident.
Meanwhile, California Governor Gavin Newsom took a more direct approach, criticizing Vance on X over the recent ICE raids in the state. He remarked, ‘Hope you enjoy your family time, @JDVance. The families you’re tearing apart certainly won’t.’ In response, Vance simply thanked Newsom for the well-wishes without addressing the governor’s comments about families being separated. The situation highlights the ongoing political tensions and differing opinions surrounding Vance’s role and personal life in the public eye.