Mike Pence Told to Step Aside: “No One Cares Except Democrats — and They Don’t Trust You Either”

Khadija Khan

“Time to Be Quiet”: Conservatives Tell Mike Pence His Political Relevance Is Over

Washington, D.C., May 2025 — As former Vice President Mike Pence continues his campaign to rebrand himself as a voice of reason within the Republican Party, conservative backlash is escalating — and it’s not subtle. A growing number of right-leaning voters, pundits, and former allies have issued a unified message: “No one cares what Mike Pence thinks anymore.”

The sentiment was crystallized in a viral post shared across multiple platforms, which read:
“Pence should be quiet now. No one cares what he thinks except Dems — who also have no ideas, character, or credibility.”

The harsh commentary echoes frustrations among a significant portion of the Republican base that believes Pence squandered his opportunity to lead when it mattered most and is now attempting to salvage relevance by courting a political center that doesn’t trust him either.

Post-Vice Presidency: Criticism Without Credibility

Since leaving office, Pence has sought to establish himself as a constitutional conservative willing to speak out against both the excesses of Trump-style populism and the progressive left. However, critics argue his recent public statements — including op-eds, TV interviews, and conference speeches — have lacked authenticity and come far too late.

“Pence was in the room for every major decision during the Trump administration,” said conservative radio host Travis Dell on his nationally syndicated show. “Now he wants to pretend he was an outsider all along? Sorry, that ship sailed.”

The Base Turns Its Back

Among core Republican voters, Pence’s decision to certify the 2020 election remains the ultimate betrayal. While Pence argues he was upholding the Constitution, many Trump loyalists see his action as a surrender to the so-called “deep state.” For them, his recent criticisms of Trump’s second-term Cabinet appointments and foreign policy missteps come across as disingenuous — or worse, desperate.

“He’s only speaking out now because he wants airtime,” said Laura Pierson, a delegate at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) this year. “But he didn’t have the spine to speak truth to power when it mattered. Nobody on the right is buying what he’s selling.”

Critics on the Left Aren’t Impressed Either

Ironically, even Democrats and independents who might align with Pence on institutional norms aren’t embracing him. Progressive commentator Maya Evans, speaking on MSNBC, said:

“Mike Pence wants to pretend he’s above the chaos, but he was one of its architects. The left doesn’t need more lectures from someone who stood silently while real damage was being done.”

This leaves Pence politically isolated — distrusted by the Trump right and unwelcome among Democrats, with no solid base of support to rebuild from.

Public Polling Reflects the Disconnect

Recent polling from Pew Research and Quinnipiac University reveals just how far Pence has fallen from political relevance:

Only 8% of Republican voters view him as a potential leader for the party’s future.
67% of GOP respondents say Pence “no longer represents conservative values.”
Among independent voters, 59% describe him as “politically irrelevant.”
Approval ratings among Democrats sit below 20%, despite his criticisms of Trump.

Trying to Please Everyone — And Pleasing No One

Political analyst Dr. Bryan Langston explains Pence’s predicament succinctly:

“He’s trying to balance on a tightrope that no longer exists. There’s no middle ground between Trump’s base and progressive voters in 2025. The days of fence-sitting are over, and Pence picked the wrong time to start hedging.”

Conclusion: A Diminishing Voice in a Loud Era

In an era defined by strong opinions and decisive action, Mike Pence’s reserved tone and constitutional rhetoric are no longer enough to capture attention — let alone respect. Both sides of the political aisle view him as a symbol of missed opportunities and soft compromise.

Whether he’s speaking out of principle or ambition, one thing seems clear: the public, right and left alike, have stopped listening.

Sources:

Pew Research Poll, April 2025
Quinnipiac University Voter Survey, March 2025
CPAC interviews, Washington Examiner, May 2025
Meet the Press interview with Mike Pence, NBC News
Commentary from Travis Dell Show, Syndicated Radio Network
MSNBC Panel, May 2025

Mike Pence Told to Step Aside: “No One Cares Except Democrats — and They Don’t Trust You Either”

ByKhadija Khan

“Time to Be Quiet”: Conservatives Tell Mike Pence His Political Relevance Is Over

Post-Vice Presidency: Criticism Without Credibility

The Base Turns Its Back

Critics on the Left Aren’t Impressed Either

Public Polling Reflects the Disconnect

Trying to Please Everyone — And Pleasing No One

Conclusion: A Diminishing Voice in a Loud Era

By Khadija Khan

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