From Vibes Campaigns to Campus Jew Hatred
An Interview with Franny Block from the Free Press
I just wrapped up an interesting conversation with Franny Block, a young journalist from The Free Press. We discussed Kamala Harris’s “vibes campaign”—her tendency to focus on image and appeal rather than policy specifics or interviews. It’s disturbing how many young people are drawn to her “vibe,” despite the absolute lack of any concrete policy positions.
We also covered a range of other topics, including antisemitism on college campuses and in K-12 environments. We explored what college administrators, parents, and educators should anticipate as students return to school and how campuses might be affected.
Additionally, we discussed some of Franny’s writings, including A Wife’s Revenge, and what it’s like to work as a journalist at The Free Press.
I hope you enjoy the interview!
Ha, interesting you mentioned Sikhs. I lived in the UK for 27 years surrounded by Indian and Pakistani immigrants - two groups that don't really get along - but, the Sikhs were the kindest most charitable people I've ever met. If there was a local fire or a flood, they were the first on the scene with hot food to feed the victims and the rescue teams.
Then l moved back to Canada and Jagmeet Singh became leader of our Labour party. Although he is Sikh, the guy is a total idiot.
But vibes are the coin of the realm. I work at a community college and one day when I was making my case to a colleague on some specific education topic, his response was, "what are you, a conservative?" No counter-argument, just vibes. These same people teach students, so is it any surprise that the students, too, value vibes over substance?