Early Life and BackgroundBirth and Family Origins:J.D. Vance was born James Donald Bowman on August 2, 1984, in Middletown, Ohio. His family has roots in Jackson, Kentucky, a part of the Appalachian region, which heavily influences his identity and worldview.His mother, Bev Vance, struggled with addiction, particularly to prescription painkillers, which is a common issue in many Appalachian comm..
