As an African-American, it's a relief to hear my fellow white brother explains and justifies why the NFL players are kneeling. He provided one of the best answers ever!
A lot of us understand why they're kneeling. It's the hyper nationalists like Trump who think they should be subservient to a cloth without question. And yes, it is a cloth. Men and women didn't die for the flag, they died for the constitution and the rights it ensures and protects. One of those rights being peaceful protest.
Yes indeed. I'm not African American, but I'm tired of seein black boys and men bein shot by white racist police. Sometimes it makes you feel down right sick to be white.
Hempster Wild Twice as many white boys and men get shot by the "white racist police". But you don't get sick of seeing that, because the media doesn't play them over and over for you, if they do at all.
I was thinking the same about the Presidency. I live in Canada and vote in Oregon (and Canada :-)), but have contributed twice to Beto's campaign this year. I ain't rich.
Beto's a good dude. I went to high school with him. I'm very happy to see him come up in the ranks. I'd love nothing more than to see him become the next Senator of TX. The great state of TX would be in very good hands.
Right On, Brother! I agree. I'm from El Paso, and I know Beto's family. They are good people. Let's send that carpetbagger Ted Cruz back to Canada. Get out the vote!
Texas has been doing amazingly well these past few decades more so than most states and that time was under Republican leadership... Coincidence? Maybe, but I see no reason to change the course now.
All of the major cities in Texas are run by Democrats - that is where the population is. California is the sixth largest economy in the world. We have, I believe the best air quality in our big cities. Certainly we have problems, but our problems are created by income inequality, not Democrats.
It makes me tear up with joy just seeing all the positive comments about Beto, and I will be anxiously following the coverage on election night in November from here in Vancouver, BC... But PLEASE don't send that a**hole Ted Cruz back here! We don't want him either! LOL
*Gene Their reasons are to malign law enforcement and veterans, and openly denigrate those who protect and serve at a time and in a venue where that is improper and unreasonable. Have I missed something?
@@rayhiggins9878 no one is missed anything. You are feeling to recognize what the protesters stand for. They stand for the violent murder of innocent police officers, and Veterans. What they stand for support of criminals rather than law enforcement. What they stand for is sensationalism. That is what they stand for. That is what they are showing us. They care nothing for Law and Order and the victims of crime
D1G1TALSYNAPS3 A cop is more likely to be killed by a black American than a black America is to be killed by cops. So....I’m not sure what they’re kneeling for.
RICHMOND94114 As a veteran I don’t stand for Beto O’Rourke. See? See how easy that is? As a veteran I blah blah blah blah. Thanks for your service, it doesn’t translate to us caring about your opinion.
@Crown royal C'mon. Who are you trying to fool? You're a racist loser, and racism is a product of fear. It's an irrational fear that can be overcome by using reasoning, introspection and logic to think your way out of it. What stops you from doing so? Cowardice ... no substance, no backbone.
this moron forgot to tell his audience the millions of dollars in damages by his leftist students caused to put down freedom of speech at Berkley and elsewhere the millions lost due to riots because Trump was elected..
@@kevinbrislawn5918 i dont know his political views on every subject im not from texas but on the nfl i said it nice to see somebody trying to bring us back together i could care less if your left or right but this answer to a question was spot on.
My brother is a retired CW5 U.S Marine joined since the age of 17 years old to the age 51 he served his country. Born to Mexican immigrants, I felt betrayed and angered when learning about NFL players kneeling during our national anthem. Today, I stand corrected in my views. BETO is a light that AMERICA needs. He is an individual that stands for American values...human values. Texans should be proud of BETO and honor him by giving him their vote. VOTE BETO!
Then you have forgotten what it means to serve. No doubt you have never heard the sound of guns, or seen blood coming from a friend. You must have been air force, cozily seated in Bahrain.
@@mikeggg5671 you.... Be quiet. It is not disrespectful in the slightest. And the only reason why you feel that it is, is because you feel that rich people predominantly black should just shut up and stay down.
+black - you are an idiot. How do you know what my race is? It is not a question of race. People should not disrespect the military and law enforcement. If you have an opinion - fine. Express it. But do so without disrespecting the people who protect you, and who defend you.
Notice that the questioner said he comes from a family of vets. *Not* that he himself is a vet. If he were, he'd have said so, instead of mentioning his family. So, he has decided to be offended on somebody else's behalf. I *am* a vet, and I support the kneeling players. Doesn't offend me at all. Or any of my vet friends who have discussed the matter.
This is the best most "American" response to this issue that I have ever heard. If only our President and other leaders could speak so beautifully to such a hard subject. The service members are fighting for all our rights one if which is the right of free speech and to demonstrate peacefully. This guy is amazing. I live in FLorida and I am supporting his campaign. I would like him to bring all those wonderful values he displays to Washington for me too.
Yea it is very telling when Trump speaks. He oversimplifies points to make them seem like stances, but the guy never does a lick of analysis himself. He never explains why he feels the way he feels short of hate and partisan power play. Most importantly he never says any of these discussions are complex. He takes 1 swing at it and of he falls flat on his face he just rolls with it.
I am a conservative and I love this guys viewpoint on this issue. the idea that a reasonable person can disagree on an issue like this is the type of statement we need more of in politics and in political discussions with our fellow citizens.
Trump is very wrong, the black athletes are just kneeling in the same tradition that their ancestors knelt two hundred years ago, they knelt down before their white masters.
Although I like his viewpoint, having an opinion I agree with is not enough to qualify someone for President. We've already made one mistake in electing a president, let's be a little more selective this time.
+DrSlipperyFist - oh PLEASE no, we just got rid of one clueless moron who sat in the White House and accomplished nothing for eight years. We don't need another clueless idiot.
@@mmmarvel What makes this well-spoken, thoughtful leader an idiot? Do you have some examples I'm missing? Please provide some evidence - I'm happy to look further into this. I never heard of this guy until this year - seems very classy and thoughtful....the exact opposite of what we have now.
I am sure alot of eyes are on him in he DNC. If she shows up as one of the key note speakers during the primaries for 2020.. you will see a push for him later. Its what they did with Obama. When he came out for DNC as the first night's speaker, I knew they were "testing the waters" with him.
As a Texan, Beto supporter and volunteer, I appreciate your support! If you can, I urge you to try and knock on doors and phone bank. Every vote counts!
I would've also pointed out that its a rather bizarre twist on the long-standing cultural and societal norms to claim that kneeling - an act associated with humility, reverence and deference - was now somehow an act of disrespect. Are people who kneel in places of worship (other than football stadia!) disrespecting their religion?
It's a highly desired job with very few positions available. That's an equation for all high paying jobs in a capitalist society. Do you not like capitalism, or are you a socialist!
Noneofyourbeesway, so if I do what a doctor does when he gives you a prostate exam, it would be equal in your eyes? You show respect for GOD by kneeling and to the flag by standing. It is the players 'INTENT" to show disrespect in their own words or are you calling them all liars? Beto did not say he thought the players had the right to protest, I would agree with that. I put my life on the line to protect those right, both my kids are in the military right now doing the same thing. Either Beto does not think those things are "more" American than kneeling or he just can't think very well.
The NFL players keep telling us this protest is not against the Vets, Country or American people but instead police and now Trump.If that's true them quit protesting our National anthem and protest against those you have issue with.
Correction. You don't exclusively own the national anthem. The NFL players are just as American as you are. It is THEIR anthem too. They are peacefully reminding us of this social injustice. This NFL players are elite Americans thanks to their talents and hard work. They didn't inherit fortunes from their daddies. Through their hard work and talent, they made their own fortune. What about you? Are you talented too?
Hannah BreAnne how do you suppose we fix this issue? How, to the best of your knowledge, do we fix the “culture”? How do we fix the fatherless homes, etc? We first need to fully accept that there is an issue and get on the SAME page. Not everyone believes that the issues start at the heart. Not everyone believes there is a deeper issue that needs to be fixed, just a problem with no solution. Those are the people we need to change. Their hearts are in the wrong place if they think the bigger issue is purely a player kneeling during the anthem. And instead accepting that by kneeling at a football game, players are addressing that exact issue, because now people are talking about it. People are reading about it, they’re doing their research. They’re looking at candidates and politicians that are high up enough to actually DO something about these issues. We vote. We elect. We make the change. For the NFL players that knelt during the anthem, they used their public platform to bring attention to something wrong in our country. Our country that was built on the blood shed by all races. Literally. America is a melting pot of culture and races that all contributed to making America what it is today. We can’t sit on our butts behind locked doors anymore. We can’t stand with our hands over our hearts and sing without really caring about the persecution that so many are facing in their own country. We need to kneel. We need to do something radical to start the change, to make a difference. We need to be bold and shout. We can’t simply pray it away. Do something.
@Hannah BreAnne I'm sorry but you seem lacking in empathy to your fellow men and women. The way you keep referring to the 'black community' and 'they', as if we have inherent differences. It's an awful way to see the world and to judge others.
Congratulations on finally understanding the point but not sure why it took so long The kneeling is not meant to be a direct fix for all the problems in the black community, if only it were that easy eh! Its to bring attention to unarmed blacks being shot at an alarming rate by cops with no accountability, if you watch and listen to the video this is exactly what he explains. If it saves even one life don’t you think that’s a good place to start? You’ve wrote a lot but writing a lot does not make your points any more correct as your talking points have deflected into what you really wanted to say about blacks, however I did go over the issues you mentioned, and they seem very ignorant. Regarding your statement about blacks filling up the prison system I would highly recommend you watching a documentary called 13th which may enlighten you also look at the cases of Kalief Browder and Brock Turner. The biggest rising drug issue hitting America now is the Opioids epidemic and this is primarily a white problem but luckily the government are not criminalizing it like they did the crack epidemic back in the 80’s which was a black problem and an excellent way to fill up the prison systems. Do some research on what Redlining was and Jim Crow which although they have been erased still have lasting effects in terms of Social attitudes and Economic structures. Look at the issues with school funding and how certain demographics DELIBERATELY benefit a lot more than others. It’s easy and lazy to blame a certain cultures problem on just the culture. What are the excuses for all these school mass shootings, would it be fair for me to say it’s just white culture? As you may have guessed, i'm black but guess what, i work hard, run my own business, am pretty well off but certainly not ignorant to how corrupt and racist this country is PS You sound like Jesse Lee Peterson
Hannah BreAnne Are you really going to ignore Stewart’s suggestion that you go and educate yourself on the historical context of all these issues you say the black community “caused?” Its funny how people like you have all the answers about what black people need to be doing and yet excuse themselves of any accountability all to serve the mindset that racism is over. When exactly did it end sweetie? I knew the moment you regurgitated those black incarceration statistics that you were yet another prejudiced white woman pretending to know things she actually has no clue about. When you were looking up those statistics on whatever white supremacist forum you subscribe to, did it happen to mention that black men are more likely to be incarcerated and given longer sentences than their white counterparts for the exact same crime? They obviously don’t teach the same things in every school because you have missed some very valuable history lessons. I get it. It’s hard to bear the weight and knowledge that your ancestors and institutions have worked for hundreds of years to convince black people we are worthless. You have torn our families apart, funneled drugs into our communities, and denied us access to equal education, housing, jobs, etc. and yet when we go and create our own things that uplift us, white people try to get rid of them or like you, act like they don’t exist altogether (and by the way black people all over this nation are putting in work to heal and help their communities but of course you wouldn’t know anything about that because it doesn’t serve your narrative). White woman, I suggest you take every seat that is handed to you because your ignorance is toxic. If anyone needs to drum up a desire to educate themselves, it is you.
@@JohnnyBGood11 He didn't say anything about it because it's a completely separate issue. You're just bringing in that issue so you don't have to deal with the other.
How often does that happen?? name the names of the civilian(s) killed??...Why does it matter more when a black person with a gun gets shot and killed by a police man vs black kids & adults being shot and killed by other blacks in Chicago, Philadelphia, Detroit, St Louis
And peoole have the right to express their disapproval about the methods they choose. And their employer has a right to protect their brand from damaging behavior. Nobody has ever suggested they don't have a right as far as the law is concerned.
Kevinicus Exactly. It's amazing how many people don't even understand the issue. What's not so surprising is how many people intentionally misrepresent the issue.
Joe Kennedy third (Bobby Kennedy's Grandson) is a Congressman with Beto in Washington DC. He was recently on a late night talk and he extemporaneously gave a shout- out FOR Beto O'Rourke running for Senator from Texas. Joe Kennedy III said he & Beto were professional friends in Congress & he said Beto was a great guy & a great Congressman for Texas. Kennedy encouraged Texas voters on national television to VOTE FOR Beto as Democratic Senator for Texas. So, in my mind & heart, the Kennedy's have given their support to Beto. In the past, I was voting for Hilary until Ted & Caroline Kennedy gave their support to Barak Obama. I hope & pray that Beto O'Rouke beats Rafael (Ted) Cruz in November & he leads Texas in the Senate & becomes a Democratic Candidate for President in 2020❣️
It is not disrespectful what's disrespectful is forcing vets to fight in two illegal wars for four to five tours of duty for a war that's over oil not terror and what is disrespectful for racial discrimination to go on and on and on that's why the NFL players take a knee
I think it is patriotic to support your country while simultaneously calling out your countries' faults in order to fix them. Otherwise are country will become static. Plus its what the founding fathers did"know yourself and seek self improvement."
@@JohnnyBGood11 , how is beto a sell out he is not taking any money from the PAC, he is not control by any corporation (Teddy boy is though), remeber country over party.
Well said. Why couldn't all the candidates running have the Integrity and fortitude and honesty of Beto O'Rourke? Vote Democrat! And yes I too see a future president!!!
Wow... as an ex-liberal, this felt very good to hear! He's very relatable! With a name like O'Rourke, I'm not surprised he's passionate about the right to protest! If he keeps talking about unity, civic nationalism and what it means to be an American, he would attract a lot of people on the Right who miss the culture of loving our country.
Taking a knee - peaceful protest - there is NOTHING more American. If I were from Texas you'd have my vote, sir! Here's an educated candidate that understand the sacrifices, and denigration African American Black People have endured in history. Well said, sir!
See this is why civil rights history is important. It’s often discredited but still just as relevant in explaining why things happen the way that they do. And we have to utilize that information to the fullest! Texas, you have a great democratic candidate in your hands. Go out & vote!
Democrats you have your guy!!!! Let this man get in front of the camera #2020 wow he left me speechless. So nice to see humility in this chaos. Love you for that my brother!
mike carson What has President Trump done to disrespect the military? Is that what the NFL protesters are protesting? Human lives lost? Why did they just now start protesting human lives lost?
This Beto fellow is refreshing and wonderful. He gives you goosebumps. Listen to this over and over again. Off the cuff and unbelievably eloquent. This man is heading for very high office. Hope he gets there.
If you want to protest police brutality, there’s a police station right down the road. If you want to protest racism, there’s a protest every week. If you want to protest anything, do it in the right setting, and convey the right message! Don’t be stupid and decide to disrespect our entire country!
@@JudoLover71 Oh gosh, I didn't think of that. I guess if you can afford $1000 for a football ticket I can see how you wouldn't be too worried about being shot by police. But to have to endure the protest! What agony that must be for you!
That just goes to show how in touch you are with society. Most people who are season ticket holders can't even really afford them! They're working class people who save up most of their money to attend games! Also, about two years ago I took a look at police brutality in Chicago. Do you know how many times a white officer was killed by a black person? At least 50% of the time. Do you know how many times a black police office was killed by a white person? ZERO!!!! Maybe you should become a little more street wise instead of just driving from your home to work everyday.
Wow. An American politician was asked about the NFL protests and he actually addressed what the protests were for... That shouldn't be all that impressive, but considering how the conversation was hijacked that deserves a round of applause.
I am immensely moved by this mans' honesty, his forthrightness and his clear humility. AMERICA, YOU ARE IN SOREST NEED OF HIM AND HIS ILK SOONER THAN IMMEDIATELY! Sincere best wishes, sir, from downunder.
If you live in Texas, you loved his speech, and you're not volunteering to help out Beto O'Rourke's campaign, what the hell are you waiting for? You guys finally have a candidate who is uncorrupted and willing to stand up for the people. Texas needs a senator like him.
+Dario - uncorrupted??? Most of his money is coming from California and New York. He's scared silly to debate Cruz. He's spent time in New York begging for more money ... and he has Texans in mind how???
I am a Navy veteran and I joined the military to fight for American's right to freedom. NFL players are Americans who are exercising their right to freedom of speech. I respect that AND I see no problem with it.
He said one of his colleagues who works with him on veteran affairs was disappointed with his answer. But he acknowledges that everybody has their opinions and they will still be friends and still work together. He understands that getting the job done is more important than politics or personal opinions. We need more of this from our politicians.
The national anthem is not the time to protest. It's simply the time to honor and thank those who served and currently serve. Give them back the few minutes dedicated to them please. Wouldn't be here without them.
mike carson I understand there is racism in the country, I understand this country is not equal in many ways, but I'm going to stand for OUR national anthem to show my support for OUR armed forces.
mike carson Who said the NFL players were protesting the military? Doctors dont risk their lifes, and come home to their family everynight. What I'm saying is why cant they protest in a non disrespectful way? You're really saying kneeling during OUR national anthem isnt a little disrespectful? What if I kneeled during church while everyone stands? Or stand up during an injury on the field? Would be nice if they would show just a little respect.
mike carson All I'm saying the way they are protesting is causeing more negative feedback and throwing shade on the real reason they are kneeling in the first place. I'm all for the reason they are kneeling and hope they continue to bring attention to racism though I believe it's not the right way to do so.
I think in this moment of our lives we should capture humanity and stop being douchebags by thinking blue or red, we need America to be first. Thanks Beto!
Wake Up America! One of the best explanations EVER! As veteran of actual war time few can say that !!! I always have and always will support Collin and any one else that takes a Stand or Knee for those that are not HEARD! Because that is what I fought for and many of my friends died for 😢 ❤️ We fought for All rights not just the rights you chose to believe in....... I would love to debate Anyone who still believes taking a knee is disrespecting our country? Again, Remember I actually went to war and fought for your right to disagree 😜
Yeah sure u can say it’s not disrespectful to YOU but it may be for others, let’s say someone and singing rap and eating loudly in the middle of the national anthem because it isn’t disrespectful to them? Huh? It may not be for u but for others it may and ur opinion really doesn’t matter if u don’t want to respect ur own country! I mean the cop parts about killing innocent black people serously? Yeah let’s talk about how cops are bad but literally they help people everyday and 90% more then they injure, you wanna know why people think cops are bad? Because when a cop makes a dumb decision it gets put on headlines everywhere when cops everyday are helping our country saving people and they don’t even get put on a newspaper because it’s not a big deal, everyone loves to talk about how cops are bad but never talk about what they do. People cry and have walk outs for school shooting’s but guess what buddy who do u thing stops the shooter from killing more innocent children? Cops! Without cops the world would be in a horrible place right now, yu people talk bout how cops kill innocent people and do things because they are above everyone yet most people go based off of the news and don’t realize cops are saving millions everyday but when one dude makes a bad decision ITS a huge deal. I respect ur service but it doesn’t matter who or how old u are, I highly disagree with u
As I watch this I literally get chills... We are probably watching a man who may very well be the President of this beautiful land one day in the future... There is actually hope as long as there are more public figures who not only gets it, but will let their voices be heard on the record regarding topics of importance.
You know there's a problem when people are mad at an athlete for kneeling during the anthem, and not Trump for making fun of McCain because he was captured and tortured during the Vietnam war.
This has to be the best explanation for what's going on with the NFL players taking a knee. Past this video to all NFL owners, send it to the so called president of white American and send it to those who don't understand the true nature of players kneeling.
+Daegog The Wyrdmake - no need to move to Texas (I don't really think we want you) but we'd happily send him to you. Which loser state can we send him too?
That is an unkind way to talk about your soon to be state senator. A democrat senator in texas.. The notion would have been absolute heresy less than 2 years ago and now.. Trump has been a blessing for the democratic party, no other shitbag in the world could have brought so many people together.
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As an African-American, it's a relief to hear my fellow white brother explains and justifies why the NFL players are kneeling. He provided one of the best answers ever!
A lot of us understand why they're kneeling. It's the hyper nationalists like Trump who think they should be subservient to a cloth without question. And yes, it is a cloth. Men and women didn't die for the flag, they died for the constitution and the rights it ensures and protects. One of those rights being peaceful protest.
I'm as white as white can get IN COLOR ONLY! A human should be judged on CHARACTER not race, politics or religion! Dr. King had it right!
I'm also a 5 time honorably discharged veteran that served so that ALL have the rights GUARANTEED by the Constitution and the Bill Of Rights!
Yes indeed. I'm not African American, but I'm tired of seein black boys and men bein shot by white racist police. Sometimes it makes you feel down right sick to be white.
Hempster Wild Twice as many white boys and men get shot by the "white racist police". But you don't get sick of seeing that, because the media doesn't play them over and over for you, if they do at all.
If the world made sense, this would be the next senator from Texas.
c'mon Texas; this guy is competent.
2 genders makes sense too, but liberals wouldn’t think so
If anything makes sense it would be for Texas not to be a state and let Mexico have it.
You forgot to make any sense. It rather looks like incompetence.
I see a future POTUS, myself...
OMG!!!! Im an independent voter who lives in TylerTX and i will be voting for this man!!! I think we are watching a future US President in the making
I agree
Oh God no.
Yes you are! C'mon Pres. O'Rourke!
I was thinking the same about the Presidency. I live in Canada and vote in Oregon (and Canada :-)), but have contributed twice to Beto's campaign this year. I ain't rich.
I live in texas also, this man has my vote!
Beto's a good dude. I went to high school with him. I'm very happy to see him come up in the ranks. I'd love nothing more than to see him become the next Senator of TX. The great state of TX would be in very good hands.
Right On, Brother! I agree. I'm from El Paso, and I know Beto's family. They are good people. Let's send that carpetbagger Ted Cruz back to Canada. Get out the vote!
Texas has been doing amazingly well these past few decades more so than most states and that time was under Republican leadership... Coincidence? Maybe, but I see no reason to change the course now.
All of the major cities in Texas are run by Democrats - that is where the population is. California is the sixth largest economy in the world. We have, I believe the best air quality in our big cities. Certainly we have problems, but our problems are created by income inequality, not Democrats.
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It makes me tear up with joy just seeing all the positive comments about Beto, and I will be anxiously following the coverage on election night in November from here in Vancouver, BC... But PLEASE don't send that a**hole Ted Cruz back here! We don't want him either! LOL
Unamerican: the NFL owners who don't respect the right of players to protest.
You mean because they don't support treason, disrespect of the flag, hatred of law enforcement, hatred of the military, and veterans?
@@mikeggg5671, you are obviously ignorant of their reasons.
*Gene Their reasons are to malign law enforcement and veterans, and openly denigrate those who protect and serve at a time and in a venue where that is improper and unreasonable. Have I missed something?
You've missed everything, you ignorant POS.
@@rayhiggins9878 no one is missed anything. You are feeling to recognize what the protesters stand for. They stand for the violent murder of innocent police officers, and Veterans. What they stand for support of criminals rather than law enforcement. What they stand for is sensationalism. That is what they stand for. That is what they are showing us. They care nothing for Law and Order and the victims of crime
this my friends is the future of the Democratic party. As a veteran, I stand with Beto O'Rourke.
a mind is a terrible thing to waste. pull yours out of the garbage and begin again.
You are already wasting your brain on this insanity. Marxism is not American, and nor will it ever be.
LOOK LADY, you're bleach job has gotten into that pea sized thing you call a brain. GET LOST.
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A cop is more likely to be killed by a black American than a black America is to be killed by cops. So....I’m not sure what they’re kneeling for.
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As a veteran I don’t stand for Beto O’Rourke. See? See how easy that is? As a veteran I blah blah blah blah. Thanks for your service, it doesn’t translate to us caring about your opinion.
YOU HAVE MY VOTE ALL DAY BETO. I AM A VETERAN WHO DOESN'T SEE IT AS DISRESPECTFUL.
@Crown royalNumpty
Cecil George glad to hear that Cecil!
Hell yeah, brother.
@Crown royal
C'mon. Who are you trying to fool? You're a racist loser, and racism is a product of fear. It's an irrational fear that can be overcome by using reasoning, introspection and logic to think your way out of it. What stops you from doing so? Cowardice ... no substance, no backbone.
if you wanna country of all whites, go to Russia! you just have to give up your 1st amendment rights and never talk down on those in power.
Many seek to divide us but its good to see somebody is trying to bring us back together.
dirtyzombiedude the guys an idiot..using race to divide..leftists don't get it
..do you!
this moron forgot to tell his audience the millions of dollars in damages by his leftist students caused to put down freedom of speech at Berkley and elsewhere the millions lost due to riots because Trump was elected..
@@kevinbrislawn5918 i dont know his political views on every subject im not from texas but on the nfl i said it nice to see somebody trying to bring us back together i could care less if your left or right but this answer to a question was spot on.
So you hate police and veterans now too?
@@kevinbrislawn5918 . Can you tell us just where was those riots was just because Trump was elected? This I got to hear.
We live in America, not North Korea. Our veterans fought so we could have this kind of freedom.
Somebody with a little brains, if you vote for this fool,thats why I said a little bit of brains!!!
My brother is a retired CW5 U.S Marine joined since the age of 17 years old to the age 51 he served his country. Born to Mexican immigrants, I felt betrayed and angered when learning about NFL players kneeling during our national anthem. Today, I stand corrected in my views. BETO is a light that AMERICA needs. He is an individual that stands for American values...human values. Texans should be proud of BETO and honor him by giving him their vote. VOTE BETO!
The players have said since day 1 why they were kneeling, idiot Trump and his supporters and others made it about something else
Wow... You are disgraceful.
Let’s not vote Beto.
As a veteran, I have no problem with the NFL players kneeling. It is not showing disrespect at all.
Then you have forgotten what it means to serve. No doubt you have never heard the sound of guns, or seen blood coming from a friend. You must have been air force, cozily seated in Bahrain.
@@mikeggg5671 you.... Be quiet. It is not disrespectful in the slightest. And the only reason why you feel that it is, is because you feel that rich people predominantly black should just shut up and stay down.
mike ggg Yet President Trump coward during Vietnam....
+black - you are an idiot. How do you know what my race is? It is not a question of race. People should not disrespect the military and law enforcement. If you have an opinion - fine. Express it. But do so without disrespecting the people who protect you, and who defend you.
Have you served?
Notice that the questioner said he comes from a family of vets. *Not* that he himself is a vet. If he were, he'd have said so, instead of mentioning his family. So, he has decided to be offended on somebody else's behalf.
I *am* a vet, and I support the kneeling players. Doesn't offend me at all. Or any of my vet friends who have discussed the matter.
Thank you for your service!
I notice that people use VETS a lot in twisting narratives and pretending to be patriotic. They put words in VETS mouths for their own political gain.
Oh if I lived in Texas I would get out and knock on a 1,000 doors for this guy! Because he get its! And he doesn't play paddy cake with the truth!
Then good thing you don't live in Texas.
you don't have to live in texas to go campaign for him. i am planing a trip to texas the week before the election to go campaign for him
cherry pie shut the f up
MrSS8864 .. sorry you are passing on. You are going to miss out on the biggest senate upset in US history
And I will proceed to slam it in your face.
This is the best most "American" response to this issue that I have ever heard. If only our President and other leaders could speak so beautifully to such a hard subject. The service members are fighting for all our rights one if which is the right of free speech and to demonstrate peacefully. This guy is amazing. I live in FLorida and I am supporting his campaign. I would like him to bring all those wonderful values he displays to Washington for me too.
That is the thoughtful answer a truly intelligent man should give. Our president on the other hand simply says “get those SOB’s of the field” smh...
Trump couldn't put together 2 percent of this guy's 5 min speech. lol. He's just not that smart.
Yea it is very telling when Trump speaks. He oversimplifies points to make them seem like stances, but the guy never does a lick of analysis himself. He never explains why he feels the way he feels short of hate and partisan power play. Most importantly he never says any of these discussions are complex. He takes 1 swing at it and of he falls flat on his face he just rolls with it.
I am a conservative and I love this guys viewpoint on this issue. the idea that a reasonable person can disagree on an issue like this is the type of statement we need more of in politics and in political discussions with our fellow citizens.
Travis Sorenson totally embarrassing that Trump is our president after hearing this eloquently respectful man speak.
Trump is very wrong, the black athletes are just kneeling in the same tradition that their ancestors knelt two hundred years ago, they knelt down before their white masters.
"....and thank you for your question"
Lol. This guy should run for president.
Let's just win the Senate first. But, yes he would make a good president.
Although I like his viewpoint, having an opinion I agree with is not enough to qualify someone for President. We've already made one mistake in electing a president, let's be a little more selective this time.
I'd vote for this guy even if he was running as a republican. He is so real and relatable.
+DrSlipperyFist - oh PLEASE no, we just got rid of one clueless moron who sat in the White House and accomplished nothing for eight years. We don't need another clueless idiot.
@@mmmarvel
What makes this well-spoken, thoughtful leader an idiot?
Do you have some examples I'm missing? Please provide some evidence - I'm happy to look further into this.
I never heard of this guy until this year - seems very classy and thoughtful....the exact opposite of what we have now.
Wow. A sane person.
Apologies to all my fellow people. I should have been more clear. Wow. A sane politician.
A rarity now a days.
And that is why Beto has my vote when I go to the polls this November. Go Beto, for Texas!!
Me too!
@Crown royal says the trump cult follower
@Crown royal not a queer but i know a racist when i see one you chicken leg gringo
Same here man. We need someone who understands what it is to be a Texan and a decent human.
+Crom f - someone who understands what it is to be Texan (which I am) and a decent human (which I am) - it's NOT Beto.
If he wins his Senator race, he’s going to be POTUS one day.
Abraham Lincoln lost his congressional race a few years before running for President... I think you know the rest of the story.
Obama lost his congressional race too. Beto needs national exposure to run for POTUS. Winning his race would give him that exposure.
I am sure alot of eyes are on him in he DNC. If she shows up as one of the key note speakers during the primaries for 2020.. you will see a push for him later. Its what they did with Obama. When he came out for DNC as the first night's speaker, I knew they were "testing the waters" with him.
Not Hardly ???UNLESS he learns so new LIES ???
He'll be POTUS anyway. Lincoln lost his senate race too.
Damn sir, you hit that answer out of the park. Every politician needs to take notice, this is what courage looks and sounds like.
Wasn't sure if I was going to vote for this man now I'm convinced
Same here! Beto has my vote in November.
john D You talk about crack a LOT. Are you on it right now?
so is yours dummy
Joe Matthews u idiot
As a Texan, Beto supporter and volunteer, I appreciate your support! If you can, I urge you to try and knock on doors and phone bank. Every vote counts!
I would've also pointed out that its a rather bizarre twist on the long-standing cultural and societal norms to claim that kneeling - an act associated with humility, reverence and deference - was now somehow an act of disrespect. Are people who kneel in places of worship (other than football stadia!) disrespecting their religion?
NoneOfYour Beeswax
I like the way you think...🤗
Gustav Crock The idea that a horrid little man like you is better than one, Crock of Sh*t
It's a highly desired job with very few positions available. That's an equation for all high paying jobs in a capitalist society. Do you not like capitalism, or are you a socialist!
What the hell are you talking about?
Noneofyourbeesway, so if I do what a doctor does when he gives you a prostate exam, it would be equal in your eyes? You show respect for GOD by kneeling and to the flag by standing. It is the players 'INTENT" to show disrespect in their own words or are you calling them all liars? Beto did not say he thought the players had the right to protest, I would agree with that. I put my life on the line to protect those right, both my kids are in the military right now doing the same thing. Either Beto does not think those things are "more" American than kneeling or he just can't think very well.
Anybody else getting some serious Bobby Kennedy vibes from this man?
Barack and Bobby
So you want him dead you PSYCHO!?
NO I see a dork that will say anything to get elected and take a knee for the United States.
i have
If Christians kneel before the cross, why is it disrespectful to kneel before the flag?
Please watch this and be reminded of what thoughtful leadership looks and sounds like.
Thoughtful? He thinks BLM stands for "Black Lives Matters."
The NFL players keep telling us this protest is not against the Vets, Country or American people but instead police and now Trump.If that's true them quit protesting our National anthem and protest against those you have issue with.
Correction. You don't exclusively own the national anthem. The NFL players are just as American as you are. It is THEIR anthem too.
They are peacefully reminding us of this social injustice.
This NFL players are elite Americans thanks to their talents and hard work. They didn't inherit fortunes from their daddies. Through their hard work and talent, they made their own fortune.
What about you? Are you talented too?
They're not protesting against the anthem, they're protesting during the anthem.
This Texas girl is voting straight blue this November. Go Beto!!!
Since when has democratic policies worked
+Thicc Nick more times than Republican policies.
Roger That, Rebecca! So is this Texas boy! See 'ya, 6 November.
Shakakaka Pakakaka, Not hardly!
@@Thicc01as it worked for the 08 recession.
Wow. This guy is amazing. Intelligent, well-read, and compassionate. Go Beto!
Crown royal i guess we should all be paranoid then
A very set up question and answer crooked Hillary did those too.
JohnnyBGood11 EMAILS!! BENGHAZI!! PODESTA!
Mlm
If you don't get it now it's because you don't want to. That especially goes out to the ones clicking the thumbs down.
Hannah BreAnne how do you suppose we fix this issue? How, to the best of your knowledge, do we fix the “culture”? How do we fix the fatherless homes, etc? We first need to fully accept that there is an issue and get on the SAME page. Not everyone believes that the issues start at the heart. Not everyone believes there is a deeper issue that needs to be fixed, just a problem with no solution. Those are the people we need to change. Their hearts are in the wrong place if they think the bigger issue is purely a player kneeling during the anthem. And instead accepting that by kneeling at a football game, players are addressing that exact issue, because now people are talking about it. People are reading about it, they’re doing their research. They’re looking at candidates and politicians that are high up enough to actually DO something about these issues. We vote. We elect. We make the change. For the NFL players that knelt during the anthem, they used their public platform to bring attention to something wrong in our country. Our country that was built on the blood shed by all races. Literally. America is a melting pot of culture and races that all contributed to making America what it is today. We can’t sit on our butts behind locked doors anymore. We can’t stand with our hands over our hearts and sing without really caring about the persecution that so many are facing in their own country. We need to kneel. We need to do something radical to start the change, to make a difference. We need to be bold and shout. We can’t simply pray it away. Do something.
Hannah BreAnne ok... So how are you going to change their minds for the better? How do you start that process of change? How do we get this to happen?
@Hannah BreAnne I'm sorry but you seem lacking in empathy to your fellow men and women. The way you keep referring to the 'black community' and 'they', as if we have inherent differences. It's an awful way to see the world and to judge others.
Congratulations on finally understanding the point but not sure why it took so long
The kneeling is not meant to be a direct fix for all the problems in the black community, if only it were that easy eh! Its to bring attention to unarmed blacks being shot at an alarming rate by cops with no accountability, if you watch and listen to the video this is exactly what he explains. If it saves even one life don’t you think that’s a good place to start?
You’ve wrote a lot but writing a lot does not make your points any more correct as your talking points have deflected into what you really wanted to say about blacks, however I did go over the issues you mentioned, and they seem very ignorant. Regarding your statement about blacks filling up the prison system I would highly recommend you watching a documentary called 13th which may enlighten you also look at the cases of Kalief Browder and Brock Turner.
The biggest rising drug issue hitting America now is the Opioids epidemic and this is primarily a white problem but luckily the government are not criminalizing it like they did the crack epidemic back in the 80’s which was a black problem and an excellent way to fill up the prison systems. Do some research on what Redlining was and Jim Crow which although they have been erased still have lasting effects in terms of Social attitudes and Economic structures. Look at the issues with school funding and how certain demographics DELIBERATELY benefit a lot more than others. It’s easy and lazy to blame a certain cultures problem on just the culture. What are the excuses for all these school mass shootings, would it be fair for me to say it’s just white culture?
As you may have guessed, i'm black but guess what, i work hard, run my own business, am pretty well off but certainly not ignorant to how corrupt and racist this country is
PS You sound like Jesse Lee Peterson
Hannah BreAnne Are you really going to ignore Stewart’s suggestion that you go and educate yourself on the historical context of all these issues you say the black community “caused?” Its funny how people like you have all the answers about what black people need to be doing and yet excuse themselves of any accountability all to serve the mindset that racism is over. When exactly did it end sweetie? I knew the moment you regurgitated those black incarceration statistics that you were yet another prejudiced white woman pretending to know things she actually has no clue about. When you were looking up those statistics on whatever white supremacist forum you subscribe to, did it happen to mention that black men are more likely to be incarcerated and given longer sentences than their white counterparts for the exact same crime? They obviously don’t teach the same things in every school because you have missed some very valuable history lessons. I get it. It’s hard to bear the weight and knowledge that your ancestors and institutions have worked for hundreds of years to convince black people we are worthless. You have torn our families apart, funneled drugs into our communities, and denied us access to equal education, housing, jobs, etc. and yet when we go and create our own things that uplift us, white people try to get rid of them or like you, act like they don’t exist altogether (and by the way black people all over this nation are putting in work to heal and help their communities but of course you wouldn’t know anything about that because it doesn’t serve your narrative). White woman, I suggest you take every seat that is handed to you because your ignorance is toxic. If anyone needs to drum up a desire to educate themselves, it is you.
Wow! He could not have spoken those words so eloquently unless he really understood. He gets it, he really, really gets it...
He is A DIPSHIT open your eyes !!
@@DanielRodriguez-xw7ot I'm assuming you'er a Trump supporter so google Dunning Kruger
@@DanielRodriguez-xw7ot I'll respond in a language you can comprehend. You're a dipshit! End of comment.
I'm a combat veteran and hope someday to vote for this guy on the national stage!
@@ThisIsCanadaEh ...Okay, scumbag, what's your address? I'll send you a copy of appropriate page of my 214.
thanks for your service, Do America and anyone who believe in Capitolism a favor, DONT VOTE ! stupid !
You got your wish sir!
Guess your going to be waiting a while. Beta Male O'Dork is polling at 3.6 %.
I like this guy the more i hear! go Beto
TheGraterMan
Go Beto..to hell
I bet you're fun at parties, Mitch. You can keep Ted Cruz, Beto is a better man, any and every day of the week.
Damn right! And he knows his history
ME TOO LOVE HIS HANDS EXPRESSING HIS WORDS SMART GUY.
Let’s Go BranToe
I say make him the next president....this guy is beyond amazing. A star is born for sure!
I agree Clifton!!
@@JohnnyBGood11 ofcourse it matters more when someone paid by the city to protect civilians kills a civilian. How does that not matter more?
@@JohnnyBGood11 He didn't say anything about it because it's a completely separate issue. You're just bringing in that issue so you don't have to deal with the other.
Keep telling yourself that democrats know how to do two things that hurts the United States Tax and Spend other people's money.
How often does that happen?? name the names of the civilian(s) killed??...Why does it matter more when a black person with a gun gets shot and killed by a police man vs black kids & adults being shot and killed by other blacks in Chicago, Philadelphia, Detroit, St Louis
Shades of Bobby Kennedy
Probably as corrupt too.
Rogelio Rodriguez OH NO THE LIBRULS ARE COMIMG
Bobby Kennedy got what was coming to him too..
Mitch Ray conservatives and cheering on murder. Classic
His name is Robert Francis O'Rourke. Like Robert Francis Kennedy
His clarity of conviction, awesome. Respect SIR.
Pretty succinct and hopefully comes close to snap white people of this malaise their in
*The Speech That Made Beto O'Rourke President*
EisenhowerRepublican lmao not happening
We have a right to express our disapproval within the rights afforded to us in the constitution
And peoole have the right to express their disapproval about the methods they choose. And their employer has a right to protect their brand from damaging behavior. Nobody has ever suggested they don't have a right as far as the law is concerned.
Kevinicus Exactly. It's amazing how many people don't even understand the issue. What's not so surprising is how many people intentionally misrepresent the issue.
Tony Quionones
You don’t like the rights afforded to you in the constitution?
Kevinicus
Exactly. They can kneel all they want. I will stop supporting the NFL until it does something about it. Rights!
Is that Bobby Kennedy? Perhaps, I hope so
Joe Kennedy third (Bobby Kennedy's Grandson) is a Congressman with Beto in Washington DC. He was recently on a late night talk and he extemporaneously gave a shout- out FOR Beto O'Rourke running for Senator from Texas. Joe Kennedy III said he & Beto were professional friends in Congress & he said Beto was a great guy & a great Congressman for Texas. Kennedy encouraged Texas voters on national television to VOTE FOR Beto as Democratic Senator for Texas. So, in my mind & heart, the Kennedy's have given their support to Beto. In the past, I was voting for Hilary until Ted & Caroline Kennedy gave their support to Barak Obama. I hope & pray that Beto O'Rouke beats Rafael (Ted) Cruz in November & he leads Texas in the Senate & becomes a Democratic Candidate for President in 2020❣️
@@donbarbier6344
Lol
and i hope he ends up like most Kennedy's
It is not disrespectful what's disrespectful is forcing vets to fight in two illegal wars for four to five tours of duty for a war that's over oil not terror and what is disrespectful for racial discrimination to go on and on and on that's why the NFL players take a knee
2018.08.25
one day, this man will become the President of The United State.
Go O’Rourke, Go!
Oh no. He lost. Cry.
YES!!!
john doe be careful what you wish for!
If only I lived in Texas... you’d have my vote Mr. O’Rourke!
Nothing more American.
@Hayes Dabney - I think you meant to say "No more American(s)". And you're probably right. There are very few patriots who are still living anymore.
I think it is patriotic to support your country while simultaneously calling out your countries' faults in order to fix them. Otherwise are country will become static. Plus its what the founding fathers did"know yourself and seek self improvement."
He had my vote since the first time he spoke
Beto is the reincarnation of Robert F Kennedy. God Bless this man!
Defiantly or definitely?
DON'T INSULT ROBRT KENNEDY , DON'T EVEN PUT HIM NEXT TO THIS BETO IDIOT!!!!
Daniel, how 'bout RFK on training wheels, at least? He's young and still learning but he nails the passion!
100%
He reminds me of President Obama.... I Like Elizabeth for President and Beto for vice P. or Beto-Elizabeth!! Blue Wave, all the way!!!
Omg! I was beginning to give up on America as a nation. Then this man comes along. Wow. 👏🏾 👏🏾 👏🏾 👏🏾
YAH WOW GO BETO
Question to conservatives: do you seriously want to hear Ted Cruz talk for the next 6 years.
More than this guy, for certain.
Mr. Puffer fish got to be voted out
More than this sell out anti American
@@JohnnyBGood11 , how is beto a sell out he is not taking any money from the PAC, he is not control by any corporation (Teddy boy is though), remeber country over party.
Quang Ha They call all whites that are liberal sellouts.
Well said. Why couldn't all the candidates running have the Integrity and fortitude and honesty of Beto O'Rourke? Vote Democrat! And yes I too see a future president!!!
This Beto O'Rourke is a presidential material.
Wow... as an ex-liberal, this felt very good to hear! He's very relatable! With a name like O'Rourke, I'm not surprised he's passionate about the right to protest! If he keeps talking about unity, civic nationalism and what it means to be an American, he would attract a lot of people on the Right who miss the culture of loving our country.
I WANT HIM AS MY PRESIDENT!!!!!!!!!
Same. I will be voting for him in 2020
Taking a knee - peaceful protest - there is NOTHING more American. If I were from Texas you'd have my vote, sir! Here's an educated candidate that understand the sacrifices, and denigration African American Black People have endured in history. Well said, sir!
This guy might be president one day.
I strongly doubt that. He lost to Cruz. He's only popular to idiots like you.
President of a toy store thats the job for him!!!!
January 20, 2021 is his inauguration, save the date.
This is the essence of America.
Smh...no it is not.
See this is why civil rights history is important. It’s often discredited but still just as relevant in explaining why things happen the way that they do. And we have to utilize that information to the fullest!
Texas, you have a great democratic candidate in your hands. Go out & vote!
+I Fly High - As a Texan I WILL go out and vote. Vote against Beto.
Mmmarvel the person okay lol. Good for you for voicing your opinion & exercising your right to vote. Hope that turns out well for you
God Bless Beto O'Rourke The Lord has delivered him to us he is what will make America Great! God Bless Beto O'Rourke you will win! Amen
MORE SHEEP TO FOLLOW AN IDIOT JUST LIKE OBAMA
Eloquent and awesome. I hope this young man makes it to the Senate.
MAKE HIM PRESIDENT VOTE FOR HIM
charlie brewer no thanks
Beto than Cruz
That sounds a little Lupe.
Beto luck next time.
Cruz won you dipshit. Hahahahabahba
Beto is BETA.
Go Beto Go! Time to kick that clown Cruz out of office!
Democrats you have your guy!!!! Let this man get in front of the camera #2020 wow he left me speechless. So nice to see humility in this chaos. Love you for that my brother!
Wow wow wow!!! What a breathe of fresh air!! Amen!
ANGEL UNAWARE ~
Our military fought for FREEDOM...Thank You for recognizing that fact. 🤗
mike carson
I am not taking ANYTHING away from the others who fought for our freedom. Why would you even ask that?😶
mike carson
You are full of it.
mike carson
What has President Trump done to disrespect the military?
Is that what the NFL protesters are protesting? Human lives lost? Why did they just now start protesting human lives lost?
This Beto fellow is refreshing and wonderful. He gives you goosebumps. Listen to this over and over again. Off the cuff and unbelievably eloquent. This man is heading for very high office. Hope he gets there.
If you want to protest police brutality, there’s a police station right down the road. If you want to protest racism, there’s a protest every week. If you want to protest anything, do it in the right setting, and convey the right message! Don’t be stupid and decide to disrespect our entire country!
TG! There are still sane people in the USA! Thank you Beto O'Rourke for having the courage to stand up for rationality.
That was a quick, comprehensive, compassionate, compelling answer. Come on Texas do us proud.
Wow. That made me feel good. I wish him the best
Wow. This is definitely the first time in my long life I've wished I lived in Texas - so I could vote for Beto. When he runs for President, I'm there!
So if a person pays a thousand dollars to go watch a game, you don't care that he has to endure a protest? SMH!
@@JudoLover71 Oh gosh, I didn't think of that. I guess if you can afford $1000 for a football ticket I can see how you wouldn't be too worried about being shot by police. But to have to endure the protest! What agony that must be for you!
That just goes to show how in touch you are with society. Most people who are season ticket holders can't even really afford them! They're working class people who save up most of their money to attend games! Also, about two years ago I took a look at police brutality in Chicago. Do you know how many times a white officer was killed by a black person? At least 50% of the time. Do you know how many times a black police office was killed by a white person? ZERO!!!! Maybe you should become a little more street wise instead of just driving from your home to work everyday.
Wow. An American politician was asked about the NFL protests and he actually addressed what the protests were for... That shouldn't be all that impressive, but considering how the conversation was hijacked that deserves a round of applause.
This man listens without interupting. This man listens.
I am immensely moved by this mans' honesty, his forthrightness and his clear humility. AMERICA, YOU ARE IN SOREST NEED OF HIM AND HIS ILK SOONER THAN IMMEDIATELY! Sincere best wishes, sir, from downunder.
If you live in Texas, you loved his speech, and you're not volunteering to help out Beto O'Rourke's campaign, what the hell are you waiting for? You guys finally have a candidate who is uncorrupted and willing to stand up for the people. Texas needs a senator like him.
+Dario - uncorrupted??? Most of his money is coming from California and New York. He's scared silly to debate Cruz. He's spent time in New York begging for more money ... and he has Texans in mind how???
True American
Anti American.
JohnnyBGood11 Sure dude cry all you want
Who's crying I say he is Anti American hating America, yes you can take a knee that's your right and you would be an Anti American.
How is exercising the rights in the Constitution anti-American. I guess obeying the rules is wrong now?
Plain-spoken, logical, respectful, but passionate. Everything you should look for in a leader.
If this guy ever runs for president in 2028/2032 his book should be titled “From Punk-Rocker to President”
+JustSomebody - no, the title of his book will be "Proof you can fool some of the people some of the time."
FROM PUNK ROCKER TO DIPSHIT!!!
Was that a politician articulating a serious issue without recourse to name calling, slogans and lies? I must be asleep and dreaming 😝
VOTE FOR BETO
East Ville How is he not saying anything? He completely answered that veteran’s question, and explained why he felt that way.
Beto keeps surprising me. He really does represent everyone.
This was so POWERFULLY STATED😢
I am a Navy veteran and I joined the military to fight for American's right to freedom. NFL players are Americans who are exercising their right to freedom of speech. I respect that AND I see no problem with it.
He said one of his colleagues who works with him on veteran affairs was disappointed with his answer. But he acknowledges that everybody has their opinions and they will still be friends and still work together. He understands that getting the job done is more important than politics or personal opinions. We need more of this from our politicians.
The national anthem is not the time to protest. It's simply the time to honor and thank those who served and currently serve. Give them back the few minutes dedicated to them please. Wouldn't be here without them.
mike carson Sing the national anthem and figure out for yourself. No it's for the men and women who severed and serve.
mike carson It really pisses me of that you think doctors and ffs human rights activists are somewhat equal to a soldier.
mike carson I understand there is racism in the country, I understand this country is not equal in many ways, but I'm going to stand for OUR national anthem to show my support for OUR armed forces.
mike carson Who said the NFL players were protesting the military? Doctors dont risk their lifes, and come home to their family everynight. What I'm saying is why cant they protest in a non disrespectful way? You're really saying kneeling during OUR national anthem isnt a little disrespectful? What if I kneeled during church while everyone stands? Or stand up during an injury on the field? Would be nice if they would show just a little respect.
mike carson All I'm saying the way they are protesting is causeing more negative feedback and throwing shade on the real reason they are kneeling in the first place. I'm all for the reason they are kneeling and hope they continue to bring attention to racism though I believe it's not the right way to do so.
I think in this moment of our lives we should capture humanity and stop being douchebags by thinking blue or red, we need America to be first. Thanks Beto!
Voting for the first time as a Texan, for Beto. Bringing people with me. You all should to! (Sorry I meant Y'all).
Next president USA 2020. YES
Aikyiomi nope
I wish he was running for president
Done!
HE IS GIVE HIM YOUR VOTE
Schrece be careful what you wish for!!
@@Lulusvideos1 Oh definitely
looks like youre having a lucky day
This country needs more politicians like him!!!
Run for President Sir!!!!!
Wake Up America! One of the best explanations EVER! As veteran of actual war time few can say that !!! I always have and always will support Collin and any one else that takes a Stand or Knee for those that are not HEARD! Because that is what I fought for and many of my friends died for 😢 ❤️ We fought for All rights not just the rights you chose to believe in....... I would love to debate Anyone who still believes taking a knee is disrespecting our country? Again, Remember I actually went to war and fought for your right to disagree 😜
Great answer brother! You are absolutely correct. THANK YOU for your sacrifice, your courage, and your bravery in an actual combat zone.
Yeah sure u can say it’s not disrespectful to YOU but it may be for others, let’s say someone and singing rap and eating loudly in the middle of the national anthem because it isn’t disrespectful to them? Huh? It may not be for u but for others it may and ur opinion really doesn’t matter if u don’t want to respect ur own country! I mean the cop parts about killing innocent black people serously? Yeah let’s talk about how cops are bad but literally they help people everyday and 90% more then they injure, you wanna know why people think cops are bad? Because when a cop makes a dumb decision it gets put on headlines everywhere when cops everyday are helping our country saving people and they don’t even get put on a newspaper because it’s not a big deal, everyone loves to talk about how cops are bad but never talk about what they do. People cry and have walk outs for school shooting’s but guess what buddy who do u thing stops the shooter from killing more innocent children? Cops! Without cops the world would be in a horrible place right now, yu people talk bout how cops kill innocent people and do things because they are above everyone yet most people go based off of the news and don’t realize cops are saving millions everyday but when one dude makes a bad decision ITS a huge deal. I respect ur service but it doesn’t matter who or how old u are, I highly disagree with u
A veteran of what?
As I watch this I literally get chills... We are probably watching a man who may very well be the President of this beautiful land one day in the future... There is actually hope as long as there are more public figures who not only gets it, but will let their voices be heard on the record regarding topics of importance.
What a breath of fresh air to hear this man talk. Please AMERICA YOU NEED THIS MAN.
TEXANS ARE...VOTING FOR BETO O'ROURKE
Oh my goodness, this actually makes me cry. Thank you, thank you, Mr. O'Rourke, for so clearly and thoughtfully articulating the best in ourselves.
My Gosh! Please restore the public trust and dignity of the country
You know there's a problem when people are mad at an athlete for kneeling during the anthem, and not Trump for making fun of McCain because he was captured and tortured during the Vietnam war.
Exactly!
This is one of the great American speeches. It is spontaneous and authentic Americana.
This has to be the best explanation for what's going on with the NFL players taking a knee. Past this video to all NFL owners, send it to the so called president of white American and send it to those who don't understand the true nature of players kneeling.
I would move to Texas JUST TO VOTE FOR THIS MAN if i could.
When is your parole?
I wouldn't call being trapped under your massive mother a jail sentence, that would be too rude.
Many from California are doing just that.
+Daegog The Wyrdmake - no need to move to Texas (I don't really think we want you) but we'd happily send him to you. Which loser state can we send him too?
That is an unkind way to talk about your soon to be state senator. A democrat senator in texas.. The notion would have been absolute heresy less than 2 years ago and now..
Trump has been a blessing for the democratic party, no other shitbag in the world could have brought so many people together.
this really made me cry !!! there's still hope for this world ❤❤
Ted Cruz might have lost his seat.
Hear, hear, Mr. O'Rourke!
dang he broke it down
VOTE BETO FOR PRESIDENT
Go out and vote for this guy. Cruz is toast.