JD Vance Mocks John Kerry Cheesesteak Incident in South Philly
Vance's Question a Nod to Kerry's 2004 Political Blunder
Scandal Erupted After Kerry Requested Swiss Cheese on Philly Cheesesteak
JD Vance, the Republican U.S. Senate candidate in Pennsylvania, made a thinly veiled reference to former Senator John Kerry's infamous cheesesteak incident during a recent campaign stop in South Philadelphia.
While visiting Pat's King of Steaks, a renowned cheesesteak shop, Vance asked the staff why they did not offer Swiss cheese as an option.
The question was a clear nod to Kerry's 2004 presidential campaign, when he was caught on camera ordering a cheesesteak with Swiss cheese at Pat's. The incident became a major political scandal, with many voters in Pennsylvania criticizing Kerry for his lack of understanding of local culinary customs.
Vance's reference to the incident was likely intended to appeal to voters who remember the scandal and may be skeptical of Kerry's successor as the Democratic nominee for president, Joe Biden.
The cheesesteak incident is not the first time that Vance has used humor to connect with voters. In a recent speech, he joked that he was "the only candidate who can eat a cheesesteak with a knife and fork." The quip was well-received by the audience and helped to establish Vance as a relatable and down-to-earth candidate.
Vance's campaign has been focusing on economic issues and his support for President Donald Trump. However, his use of humor has also helped him to connect with voters on a personal level.
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