The Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, WI has thrust California mega-millionaire Eric Hovde into the spotlight, serving as a stark reminder to Wisconsinites that the GOP’s chosen candidate for Wisconsin is a carpetbagger. Scheduled to address the RNC tonight, Hovde’s appearance underscores concerns about his Californian roots and his out-of-touch positions. His campaign, marred by controversy due to Hovde constantly insulting Wisconsinites, has earned him the reputation of a “gaffe machine.”
Eric Hovde’s gaffe-worthy moments:
- Hovde was caught on a hot mic disparaging a key provision of the Affordable Care Act that allows young adults to access health care
- Hovde pledged to repeal the ACA if elected, raising concerns among voters reliant on these crucial health care protections.
- When asked about familiarity with Black culture, Hovde said he’s spent “a lot of time in places like Africa.”
- Hovde insulted seniors in nursing homes and said they are not “at a point to vote” because of their age.
- Hovde insulted single mothers during his first failed run for Senate.
- Hovde got caught lying about his bootstraps story when in reality he used his father’s wealth and political connections to climb the ladder.
- Hovde got caught skipping a rural campaign event while relaxing on the beachside of his Laguna Beach mansion in California.
- Hovde insulted people with obesity and proposed that they should pay more in health care premiums.
- Hovde said farmers don’t work hard and it’s largely “driving around on a tractor” now.
- Hovde stumbled during a TV interview and said that he’d never been a Wisconsin resident.
- Hovde said women lacked civic knowledge because they are distracted by Hollywood.
Published: Jul 17, 2024