Mike Pence drops out of 2024 presidential race: Early life, political career and more about the former vice-president
Mike Pence, the former Vice President of the United States, has officially withdrawn from the 2024 presidential campaign. He delivered this announcement during a gathering at the Republican Jewish Coalition in Las Vegas on a Saturday afternoon.
Pence's reception among Republican voters did not match the initial expectations in a contest for the party's nomination, with former President Donald Trump leading the pack.
Early Life
Born on June 7, 1959, into an Irish Catholic family, Mike Pence, has six siblings. His family's political engagement extends beyond him, as his brother Greg serves as a member of the Republican Party in the US House of Representatives.
While it may be challenging to dissociate Mike Pence's identity from the Republican Party today, his political journey started on a different path. He was once a member of the Democratic Party, a stance shared by his family. In 1980, Pence cast his vote for Jimmy Carter and admired John F. Kennedy as a role model.
College Years
During his time in college, Mike Pence underwent a transformative journey. He embraced evangelical Christianity, a decision that did not sit well with his disapproving mother. His path to conservatism was also significantly influenced by former US President Ronald Reagan.
In 2016, Pence reflected on Reagan's impact on his political beliefs, stating his ideals inspired him to depart from the party of his youth and align himself with the Republican Party.
Pence's academic pursuits led him to Hanover College in Indiana, where he pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in history. Subsequently, he obtained a law degree from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis. He set on a career as a lawyer and even hosted a conservative talk
