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A critical point of dissent during the conversation revolved around the media’s treatment of political figures based on their affiliation and biography. Observations were made about how, had a Democrat with a background similar to that of Republican JD Vance held the Vice Presidency, they would likely have received glowing media coverage. Contrarily, Vance’s rise is portrayed as one from an “insurgent” perspective, reshaping party lines while challenging established institutions. The perception of bias within major media outlets, especially regarding how stories are framed—whether positively or neutrally—was a significant concern that emerged during the dialogue.