Vice President Pence, in his former capacity, will be given the Profile in Courage Award, recognizing his actions on January 6th.
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Former Vice Pence Grabbing Kennedy's Courage Award
News flash! Former Vice Prez, Mike Pence, is snagging the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award this Sunday. Why you ask? Well, he stood tall when ol' Donnie T snatched defeat from the jaws of victory and tried to cling to power like a housecat on a roomba after the 2020 elections.
The award's all about recognizing public officials who show some serious backbone, taking principled stands even if it means ruffling a few feathers or putting a target on their backs. And Pence, he's exactly the kind of guy this award was made for.
You remember, Trump was pressuring Pence to reject election results, claiming they'd been tainted by shenanigans. Pence, with more guts than a box of steaks, refused, knowing he didn't have the power to do what Trump was asking. When a mob of the Don's die-hard fans stormed the Capitol, yelling about wanting to "hang Mike Pence," the Secret Service whisked him away just in time, evading a close call with the rioters.
Trump, seething, took to Twitter (X at that point) just as Pence was in hiding, accusing our man Pence of lacking courage. Pence, unfazed, stuck to his guns and stayed at the Capitol to continue the ceremonial certification of Joe Biden's victory once the rioters had been cleared.
The Profile in Courage Award, named after a book Kennedy wrote before he became President, is given out to those who exemplify political courage. Previous recipients include some big names like Obama, Bush Sr., and Ford.
"Political courage ain't outdated in the United States," said Caroline Kennedy and Jack Schlossberg, JFK's daughter and grandson, who'll be presenting Pence with the award. "His decision is an example of President Kennedy's belief that an act of political courage can change the course of history," they added.
Pence, all humble-like, said he's "deeply honored" to receive the award, feeling inspired by JFK since his youth.
Since then, Pence has been one of the few Repubs brave enough to challenge the Trump administration, going so far as to campaign against RFK Jr.'s nomination and urging the Prez to stand with allies. He even penned an article about the limits of presidential power, calling out Trump for claiming, "He who saves his Country, he ain't breaking no laws."
Now, let's take a quick breather and get a glimpse of what else is happening in the world:
- History in the Making: Scientists First Witness a Volcano Erupt from a Deep Ocean Ridge
- Two breathtaking lakes in WA making a splash in U.S.'s best lake list
- A Toddler's Fate Unknown: Mom and Dad Deported Leaving Child Behind
- Trump's AI Pope Impression Sparks Criticism
- Trump's Executive Order Blocked by Judge: A Setback for His Retribution Campaign
- Despite the political tumult in Seattle, local news also covers general news such as the historic event of scientists witnessing a volcano erupt from a deep ocean ridge.
- The lakes in Washington state, two breathtaking gems, have made their way onto the U.S.'s best lake list, providing a welcome distraction from crime-and-justice and policy-and-legislation headlines.
- In a challenging turn of events, a tragic case unfolded in Seattle when a toddler's fate remains uncertain after both parents were deported, leaving their child behind.
- Even as Trump faces setbacks, such as his executive order being blocked by a judge in a legal setback for his retribution campaign, political spectacles continue to captivate the public, like Trump's AI Pope impression that sparked criticism.
- Moving beyond politics, car-accidents remain a significant concern in urban areas like Seattle, with safety measures and legislation under constant scrutiny to ensure the well-being of its citizens.
