1/ THREAD: As Pence says, "elective" ("We, we recognize the role that elective surgeries play in finances for local hospitals") he makes this expression.

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2/ Pence's face is an amalgam of two emotions:

• Doubt/disbelief (Note the dramatically asymmetrical elevation of his forehead)

• R2E2 (This resembles disgust and indicates a feigned empathy and an attempt to recruit his audience in co-rationalization & manipulative-rapport)

3/ Notice he also is gesturing hyper-frequently near his chest (palms inward) but never touches his chest (with his palms or even his fingertips). This screams insincerity and manipulation.

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4/ Summary: Pence doesn't believe what he's saying. He's trying to get his audience (all American's) to co-rationalize with his plan. The Vice President is prioritizing business over the health of the people — & he wants you to do the same.

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