WATCH: Joe Rogan baffled by how Kamala Harris went from 'worst VP' to 'America’s hero' overnight

AUSTIN, TEXAS: In recent weeks, the US political landscape has seen dramatic shifts as the nation prepares for the upcoming 2024 election. Among the notable changes is President Joe Biden's announcement of Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party's presidential candidate.

This decision has sparked intense debate and scrutiny, particularly from media personalities like Joe Rogan, who expressed confusion over Harris' rapid rise in popularity.

Joe Rogan questions Kamala Harris' sudden popularity

In episode #2182 of 'The Joe Rogan Experience,' Rogan and his guest, American author and podcaster Michael Malice, discussed what they perceive as a media-driven effort to elevate Harris' public image.

Malice referred to this tactic as "gaslighting," a term that describes psychological manipulation used to make someone question their reality. He argued that the media's portrayal of Harris as "America's hero" following her candidacy announcement was an orchestrated effort to reshape public perception

Rogan echoed Malice's sentiments, expressing disbelief at the sudden shift in Harris' portrayal. He remarked, "It all bothers me—the fragility of the human mind. You know, everybody forever was like, 'Kamala Harris is the worst vice president. She’s the least popular vice president of all time.'"

The podcaster further elaborated on the topic, stating, "All the social media posts about her…try Googling a negative story on her; you won’t find one. So, Tada!"

The concept of gaslighting has historical roots, notably employed by East Germany’s State Security Service in the 1970s and 1980s to manipulate public opinion and suppress dissent, as per BBC.

The term gained prominence in American political discourse during the 2016 US presidential election, often used to describe the tactics of then-candidate Donald Trump.

Rogan's critique extends beyond Harris, as he has previously expressed concerns about media control and its implications for freedom of speech. He has been vocal about the potential dangers of media conglomerates using their influence to shape public opinion.

In a prior episode, Rogan criticized the firing of Tucker Carlson from Fox News, suggesting that such actions reflect a broader issue of media manipulation.

Rogan believes that powerful entities control media companies and use them to sway the general population. He argues that tactics like gaslighting are not only prevalent but also widely recognized in today's society.

"If it affects your livelihood and affects your future and your ability to do this thing that you love doing, which is hosting a talk show and you’re doing it on a network that’s paid for by that money, guess what? That affects you," Rogan explained.

Joe Rogan's remarks about Kamala Harris' sudden popularity resonate online

Rogan's remarks sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with many users agreeing with his perspective.

One X user commented, "You don’t go from that wildly unpopular to leading the race out of nowhere. It’s false enthusiasm propped up by the media and cucks on social. It will fade mark my words."

Another user remarked, "Only one word is needed to explain Kamala Harris's sudden popularity: Propaganda." A third user added, "Kamala's manufactured popularity is not going to last."

One user stated, "He puts it as simple as it can be. Most liberals have no actual thought for themselves. In 2020 till now I’ve watched them ride every wave the media tells them to."

Another echoed this sentiment, saying, "Yup everyone that’s not a delusional shit-eating Democrat can see Kamala is obviously a plant by the people who really run things. Literally, any other Democrat has a better track record than her, but put that on the news, you won’t."

One user wrote, "This is (100 per cent emoji) spot on, and the American Democrats fall for it." Another agreed, stating, "Yep, it’s the nefarious power of suggestion and deception!"

A final comment expressed full support for Rogan, saying, "Completely agree with Joe Rogan’s views and words."

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