Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is facing a firestorm of criticism after appearing in a controversial video, where she's seen feeding Doritos to a woman while on her knees, sparking outrage among Catholics and raising concerns about her judgment as a key Democratic figure in a battleground state.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is once again facing backlash, this time over a controversial video that has sparked outrage among Catholics. The video, posted by leftist influencer @feministabulous, shows Whitmer on her knees feeding Doritos to a woman, while wearing a Harris-Walz hat. Many are interpreting this as a mockery of Catholic traditions, given the kneeling posture and the feeding gesture.
The timing couldn’t be worse for Whitmer and the Democrats, as the Catholic vote is seen as pivotal in swing states like Michigan. Ralph Reed, the founder and chairman of Faith and Freedom, underscored the importance of this demographic in a recent interview with Breitbart News, pointing out that Catholics are leaning towards Republicans in crucial battlegrounds. "The Roman Catholic vote is going to be so critical, particularly in the upper Midwest states like Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan," Reed stated, citing data showing former President Trump with a lead over Vice President Kamala Harris in this key voter bloc.
The optics of Whitmer participating in such a video are troubling for Democrats who are already struggling to maintain support from religious voters. Her choice to don a Harris-Walz hat while engaging in what many see as a degrading and blasphemous act only adds fuel to the fire. The video has provoked a storm of criticism, with many Catholics expressing outrage over what they perceive as a direct insult to their faith.
Compounding the controversy, an internal poll conducted by Fabrizio/McLaughlin shows former President Trump with a narrow one-point lead over Vice President Kamala Harris in Michigan. This slim margin indicates just how critical every vote will be in the state, and Whitmer's actions could further alienate the Catholic electorate.
Whitmer's involvement in this video, coupled with her questionable judgment, could have far-reaching consequences. With the political landscape already volatile, her actions may be seen as a liability, not just for her own future but for the broader Democratic effort in Michigan. At a time when Democrats are trying to solidify their base, such stunts only serve to create division and distrust, especially among critical voting blocs.
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