West Virginia Governor Jim Justice made a unique entrance at the Republican National Convention, sharing the stage with his pet bulldog Babydog. The audience erupted into chants of “Babydog” as the governor, who is running for Senator Joe Manchin’s seat, made his speech. Justice claimed that Babydog could predict the future, stating that she believes the Republicans will retain the House, flip the Senate, and elect Donald Trump and JD Vance in November.
Governor Justice has used Babydog as a symbol in his political campaigns, running a “Do it for Babydog” COVID-19 vaccination campaign and featuring the bulldog heavily in his 2024 campaign merchandise. The dog has become a celebrity in West Virginia during Justice’s time as governor and even accompanied him when he filed paperwork to run for the U.S. Senate.
The presence of Babydog on the political stage has garnered attention and applause, as well as adding a unique and unexpected element to Governor Justice’s campaign. The affection for Babydog in West Virginia has turned her into a symbol of loyalty and dedication for Justice’s supporters. With Babydog by his side, Justice aims to energize his supporters and secure a victory in the upcoming elections.
This article was written by Brandon Conradis and published in The Hill, with contributions from Julia Mueller.
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