This goo was worth a point in July 2024.

publication date: Wednesday, July 24, 2024 (part of July 2024)

category: Government

clue: This self-described hillbilly from Cincinnati is one election and one elegy away from the presidency.

explanation: Vance rose to fame with his memoir Hillbilly Elegy before going into politics. He became Donald Trump's vice presidential running mate in July 2024. more…

intended difficulty: very easy

solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, and Richard Slominsky


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