An Essay on Voting | Lewis Black's Rantcast clips

[@Mindy0628]

It’s cool when you write something a long time ago that is so accurate for our current situation. Thank you Lewis. Vote 💙🇺🇸

[@ardybb]

Thank you for being you. You're a perfect wise and funny man. This was serious and so well done. Somber times.

[@tncorgi92]

Let's hope we can get back to laughter and enjoying our freedom very soon.

[@Sabre70]

My wife and I voted blue all the way down the ballot the other day. Much love from Texas Mr Black. You are appreciated

[@michaelkenna2024]

🕊️🌹🌊❤️✅🇺🇸🗳️

[@patrickc.52]

As a veteran... I want to thank you, sir, for your service.

[@albertjones5782]

Holy sh*t that was beautiful! I didn't know you had it in you. But I'm glad you did! Funny how history repeats itself. Thank you for the rants, the rage and the reflection. Happy trails my friend.

[@deantheodosiou2886]

The beautiful sentiment Mr. Black expresses here should be textbook reading in every civics or Intro to Poli Sci class across this country. It also confirms what I've long suspected about him, that beneath his curmudgeonly exterior lies a noble man who deeply cares about the state of the world around us.

[@rrad8106]

Thank you, Lewis Black. I hope come the close of the day tomorrow, we will turn the tide in this country and begin, joyfully, rising up from this darkest generation in American politics.

[@s.j.5850]

High-Five Lewis! I finally get to see the philosophical side of you. I always knew there was more to you than just your sharp wit.

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

That was a brilliantly-crafted piece, Lewis! Truly inspirational. Right up there with “I have a dream” and “Ask not what your country can do for you”.

[@michaelfrith247]

Absolutely brilliant!!! Thank you sincerely

[@GrantTarredus]

I’m a fan of your comedy, but I enjoyed that more than I’ve enjoyed anything else you’ve given me. Thank you for such a beautiful gift.

[@francoisp3147]

Thank you Lewis. Sending positive vibes from Montreal to my american friends for this crucial day. Pax

[@lagautmd]

Wonderful. I usually come for the rants, which I love. Thank you for giving us a reflective message of hope. Thank you.

[@Ashtarte3D]

Lewis you are a national treasure.

[@mentatassassan]

Lewis, Love you man! You nailed it all those years ago when we still had hope in democracy and our better natures. I woke up this morning only to discover a majority of us don't have a better nature or feel the need for one.

[@ellenhanratty8197]

Thank you. I was touched by your words and thank you so much for sharing them.

[@jason7305]

A house divided against itself cannot stand. Yet here we are...

[@laurajarrell6187]

Wow, Lewis, your genius is hanging out for all to see. Beautiful!👍🏼🌊💙💙💙🌊🥰✌

[@LcWash]

Lewis is a true american patriot , he hates politics but, he understands that our democracy is on a crossroad ,,,,

[@zdwade]

And for freedom and opportunity, vote Trump. The democrats have destroyed America enough. Just ask RFK jr.

[@johnevison6063]

Lewis Black. Philosopher.

[@dianedebaun1598]

Wonderful, observant beyond what we are and can be

[@theemporersnewclothes]

Thank you, Lewis . Vote or you can't complain

[@Jackteague1978]

Thanks Lewis, good luck to you and everybody. Take care and have a happy holidays.

[@magneticpitch]

succinct, poignant, powerful, beautiful. i couldn't help but notice that it could easily be about the "inter webs" instead of the "vote"

[@erictjones]

I love you Lewis! You are a treasure and I am grateful to have the chance to hear your thoughts and opinions. You sir are the man.

[@JimApicella-wo8rz]

Short version: if you do not care enough to vote you will loose that right and many more. God has blessed us with Lewis Black!

[@cookingawe]

So elegant. I have been out talking to young people...and I try to explain how important it is to participate, and the most frequently asked questions I get is, can I take a selfie of me voting?

[@blb1151]

Thank you beautiful soul

[@brentdavis62]

Lewis Black thank you

[@loranv3435]

Thanks Lewis ❤ From Canada 🇨🇦

[@michaelhedrick9557]

Wow. Thank you Mr Black. I had to listen to it a second time. Wow.!! 😊

[@justinrabbitt9492]

Thank you, Mr black.

[@Viper_Poker]

That was beautiful ... Thank you for sharing that with us 💞😘

[@ernestosilva9891]

Thank you Mr Black

[@twiffster451]

I love this! I might have to play it for my students tomorrow, seems fitting.

[@cmb8864]

Perfect….elaquate luv you Mr Black

[@rebeccakeck8497]

Google God, Lewis! Keep writing and sharing. We need your voice ,

[@tracykruzan5939]

Here's MY voting thought..."DO IT!"

[@lovelyskull3483]

Thank you Lewis 🇨🇦❤️🇺🇸

[@DentArthurDent68]

Thank you Mr Black 💜

[@julietrudgeon3433]

Beautiful.

[@EchoesDaBear]

Strong, powerful & poignant words!

[@gwynwellliver4489]

Thank you Lewis. Already voted.

[@kimb6974]

Excellent piece, thank you for sharing.

[@leonahearted2585]

Thank you Lewis That was so beautiful!

[@Distal925]

I’m voting blue down the ballot in deep red WV, thank you Lewis

[@ChristyMorris-rh7rq]

This fellow Texan did the same. 💙

[@janeimel7488]

THANKS LEWIS!!

[@pamelagoode7499]

Thank you, Lewis.

[@carnivalcruiserbill]

Wise words.

[@damonhines8187]

Cool, Lewis, hope your country has a moment of wakefulness while dropping by the polling places today. 💙🗳🌊✊🏼🙄🙏🏽

[@edlobato1251]

Truly epic!

[@anncarulli9823]

Beautiful! Thank you

[@TheAntibozo]

That was really beautiful, Lewis. Thank you. 🐿

[@jefferywhitmore737]

Thanks!

[@simonforester424]

I'm not even American and this election is giving me anxiety.

[@s.j.5850]

It's like living in an episode of the TWILIGHT ZONE

[@Ava-oc1dg]

💚✌🏽So dumbed down ,poetry is a lost art.

[@mybachhertzbaud3074]

Well spoken, sir. On my way to drop off my ballot.😁

[@zdwade]

Hope it gets lost lol.

[@e08destroyer]

Awesome 💙

[@JazTrance]

Amen

[@cookbeats8730]

Hey Mr. Black ! : "news delivered shiterly". Thats always on my mind.

[@MrLaddieboy1]

Thank you!

[@Raghorn69]

Vote ❤ 🇺🇸

[@SoberOKMoments]

Beautiful. Thank you Lewis Black.

[@pac3br]

Beautiful!

[@phthisis]

Good stuff. I just wish we could vote on more things, more often, instead of giving that job to the House of Representatives. Communication and fact checking is virtually instant.

[@gracelandone]

This sounds like something you would have ended your midnight set with at the West Bank cafe back in the day. You were insightful then as now. We came to see a pundit disguised as a comedian, smoking a cigarette which often over ashed onto the boards, because in those days we could smoke in bars. And look, both you and I survived it. But will we survive the idiocy now afoot?

[@s.j.5850]

Trump (like George Wallace) will eventually fade away. He will be labeled as a Hitler wannabe who could not make it in the world of the rich, so he chose to lead the gullible into a racist fervor to pump up his weak self-image. More of his criminality will come out as time goes on. A WASHED-UP celebrity that only has racism to offer his followers.

[@vermont53-19]

I Love It! Thank you Mr. Black.

[@celestemajek4795]

Thank you,Mr.Black. You made me cry.

[@JackassJester]

I voted the day my ballot came in the mail.

[@mcfunwow]

To whomever writes the above intro, Lewis says at the beginning of this video that he wrote it in 1986, NOT the 90's.

[@icecl0ud]

I'm not a fan of you, but I agree with this. Thank you.

[@OutlanderAnatomy]

Brilliant! Vote blue! 💙🇺🇸🫶🏻

[@Craxin01]

Jesus! This was written thirty plus years ago. Things have gotten exponentially worse since. We look at the 80s and 90s as great days today.

[@GR46404]

That was beautiful, Mr. Black. Thank you,

[@TomConklin]

Comeback to Albuquerque!

[@zaaz1471]

we all just want to live.. well if possible.

[@stephencampbell2018]

I voted for McGovern in 72, and I have cast my vote many times until now, and nothing really changes...does it?

[@s.j.5850]

What if everybody has that same opinion? Do you really believe that things won't get worse with Trump in office? What are the consequences of evil? Where will his depravity end?

[@EricDavidRocks]

Beautiful and brilliant.

[@nickolasthefrog]

It’s from a place of love, but imperial love. Putting the right person in the position is futile. The position forms the person.

[@s.j.5850]

That depends on the individual as we see how some people in politics rise to the occasion or sink to taking bribes from lobbyists.

[@ripmomcovid4678]

Love you Lew.

[@rosegeaber7533]

Lewis, we are fucked.

[@JeanAnn]

Bravo!

[@hughbarton5743]

Thank you, Mr.Black. I really appreciate. Your thoughts on thismztter.

[@charlesdavis1080]

Well said.

[@daleprange4436]

The real work for America starts tomorrow

[@keithkinkade4265]

Thank you!!!!!

[@imakethesites3048]

Well said

[@Slotnikoff]

Sounds like something that was written in 'My Weekly Reader' in the sixties.

[@theJellyjoker]

My Privilege by Anon Remember, remember, the 5th of November For that is the day When we have our say Never forget and always remember When the people have the vote Tyranny has no hope From just before sunrise To just after sunset Make your choice without regret You saw through all their crafty lies No need to cry Raise your head high It was so much fun To watch them run Now it is time laugh and wave goodbye

[@firestarter8202]

Thanks, Louis! But, I think we’ve got this voting thing down pretty good now👍🤠

[@ErnestSchuldaski]

This should be etched in stone!

[@jackrice2770]

Yet nearly 40% of eligible voters generally choose not to vote. The usual reason given is "Neither party offers me what I want and there's no difference between them, anyway." Okay, I sort of get that. Let me point out that if that 40% were to vote for a third party that did represent their views, assuming one more party would encompass all those who don't vote, that party would win some elections. Then those who claim they have no choice would have another choice. I believe this country, and our Republic, would be far better served if we have four or five political parties. Imagine the frustration of the billionaires when they have to figure out which one to pour their billions into. Congress would have to form coalitions and, gasp!, compromise to create effective solutions based on the full representation of the population's interests. But that's all wish-casting. For now, vote for Republicans and bravely stand for fascism, political violence, bigotry, misogyny, and the imprisonment of anyone who doesn't agree with the Dear Leader. Let me know how that works out for you. As for me, I'll vote, and if indeed the US votes for fascism, march in the streets and probably wind up getting arrested or shot. "Extremism in the defense of liberty is no vice." My God! I'm quoting Barry Goldwater for chrisake!

[@marct9942]

For the next 4 years the only discussion will be insults and name calling. No point in trying to educate people . Let's just hope the USA does not become a puppet nation for Putin.

[@Washougalite1]

You should send this to Kamala to add to her acceptance speech.

[@env0x]

you didn't really get the point of the video if that's all you took from it

[@Washougalite1]

@env0x That wasn't all I got from the video. What he said though is something that needs to be heard and I just thought if Kamala said it during her speech, it would be.

[@derrickwoodard4388]

A Beautiful Truth . Although Maga would Strongly disagree im sure .

[@brdrcli1]

🏆🥂💙

[@dsthorp]

Please read this to us often!

[@bikebudha01]

Voting is important. But what more important is those who have the ability to make a difference, do so. Black has a huge following, and he hasn't stepped up to support Harris. Sitting on the sidelines was a bad choice for Black. Some states will be decided by, literally, a handful of votes. Black could have easily swayed way more than a handful of votes...

[@ronniewaidelich9003]

Who people vote for is confidential, not everyone shouts it from a mountain top, cuz it's none of our business. I'm all in with Kamala but, it was MY CHOICE to say so....& THAT'S what's great about this country. 🤟

[@jamessalkind]

On many occasions since 2015, he has said that if you vote for Trump you’re going to go to hell.

[@zdwade]

The poor baby needs celebrity endorsements. How sad dems have become. Your biggest issue is killing babies. Just sad.

[@sharky6128]

TODAY IS GARBAGE DAY !!! VOTE 💙💙💙🙏🙏🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🥳🥳🥳

[@WatchingYou-13-0]

Never gonna vote. No one have spoken to me in 15 years, none of that shit matters. Words don’t matter, just like lives.