Andrew Yang Addresses Columbia Law School Class of 2022

[@honestabe5171]

I have so much respect for this guy. Earnest, light-hearted, and driven. Andrew Yang is a legend

[@trippyson8902]

Yang gang! We love you Andrew!

[@NM-qo6cd]

Biggest takeaway: don’t let the cynicism of politics discourage you from seeking a healthy interest in public service

[@troypropes1182]

Those students got more information than they know what to do with at this point in their lives. That advice was gold.

[@20891]

What they learned in 7 years they get wisdom in a speech of 20 min lol

[@shingaingara9254]

I expected a standing ovation. Then when I saw the polite but tepid applause I realised they were too young and inexperienced to know the goldmine they had just accessed. One day it will dawn on them when life has shown them a few things. As it does for all of us

[@tchadcarby8439]

Yang 2024!

[@jamesa2482]

Cringe. No…just …no.

[@daddykipperflipper4600]

@@jamesa2482Least obvious Destiny viewer, the 2-party system does not serve the everyday citizen. Make sure your IQ is above room temp before critiquing others choices

[@jamesa2482]

@@daddykipperflipper4600 everything you said is wrong you failed that hard. I don’t like destiny, but you cringe ahh Yang supporters that only lasted a few months maximum in your little Yang faze only supported him because he was different and Asian. He failed so bad it was embarrassing. Not to mention he would have never delivered on his promises

[@diablo55]

This was a great speech, please run again in 2024 or 2028, we need your ideas!!

[@sulljoh1]

It would be nice if he ran, but it seems like the people who appreciate Andrew Yang don't vote

[@diablo55]

@@sulljoh1 right, but that was also true for Bernie, and he almost became president twice. 100 million people also didn’t vote in 2016. It’s just about mobilizing the right voters, and Yang does that well

[@sulljoh1]

@@diablo55 I hope he can. As you said, Bernie had the same issue

[@whiteknuckles48]

No we don't need you in 2024 or 2028 or ever. Demorat.

[@dirkdiggler7253]

@@diablo55 Bernie is a communist and I'm glad he didn't get it. Yang and Tulsi were the only good candidates from the Dems. Dems won't be winning for years to come. They all showed their true agenda and how evil they are since Biden took office

[@elizabethmayers3729]

It may not seem like those young grads were listening, but I know they heard your message. You gave them the best advice, and you are an awesome teacher and leader. Hoping your time to lead us is soon!

[@kevintse2870]

Oh they heard it. That’s why so many of them look so pissed at the end.

[@enyuli4886]

Oh we did listen, hes funny.

[@enyuli4886]

@@kevintse2870 we weren't pissed lol we liked the speech

[@sirprize.7472]

Where are the native graduates.

[@karenf8084]

Andrew Yang is awesome wish he could be the President!

[@vondoromal7016]

Here here!

[@ancientnpc]

he endorsed Joe Biden

[@brucelee8926]

@@ancientnpc Yang was shooting for a cabinet position, he needed to endorse Biden. What he did was correct...

[@Ratgodx]

@@ancientnpc look man, I don’t like they he endorsed Biden but he was reading the tea leaves. If Bernie had been SERIOUS about trying to win against his “good friend Joe”, Yang would’ve likely endorsed him instead

[@sondorp]

@@ancientnpc he would have endorsed Sanders had Sanders endorsed UBI

[@flylear45]

ONE SINGLE voice of reason in politics. Thank you Andrew.

[@ancientnpc]

he endorsed Joe Biden

[@carjaune6793]

@@ancientnpc hE eNDOrSEd jOE biDEn

[@jpablo700]

Well, he wasn't going to endorse the other candidate.

[@reeson6998]

@@ancientnpc ...and Joe didn’t even offer him a position in his administration. So much for all around diversity.

[@chosenone5536]

@@reeson6998 amen! He’s trying to suck up to biden so badly. Too bad he’s not black or gay. Democrats are racist but they don’t know it. He didn’t even have a chance with thr Democrats.

[@YoureWatchingBTV_Official]

Yang is an inspirational figure. It takes balls to go against the grain and do something you believe in. I’m confident a lot gems will emerge from that class to go against the status quo and create a niche for others to follow and thrive in.

[@yzhang2008]

I donated to Yang2020 and never regretted. This country needs a real change.

[@brianw13]

Agreed

[@captainglitterbeard4531]

America is hungry for a comedian president that can actually lead. We need you, Andrew.

[@Happymouth1]

That's why they suicided Norm... the bastards knew he was a threat to the presidency

[@veganath]

I'm not American, an Aussie, but know that the rest of the world is hungry for a leader of his caliber

[@chozen_1309]

We most definitely do !!! People are afraid of his fresh ideas. At this point what could be worse !

[@harris4041]

First, he is a beta who can’t lead. He can be hurt by a freaking cartoon. All he is good at is grifting by playing the fresh voice. He is basically saying exactly what you want to hear.

[@veganath]

@@harris4041 *_"He is basically saying exactly what you want to hear"_* you mean the facts as driven by data?

[@johanqin]

Thank you Andrew! The crowd was not as ebullient as I expected but the meaning of your words still rang through. 👏👏

[@ZenonLite]

Can’t wait for Yang’s 1 hour standup special

[@vondoromal7016]

This is a great skit...

[@DrNoSpectre]

You got the wrong Yang 😂

[@psl7360]

that slot is for the orange donut bro

[@glendyfolwick7362]

This is so refreshing, remind me the time YangGang eta. The society is super hungry for people like you, Andrew!!

[@FARSHOOTER3]

We need Yang 2024

[@Christian-nf4nl]

One of the best politician public speakers since Obama. Always a pleasure listening

[@whatoh3407]

Ehh his speech wasn't that good. Great guy though, forsure.

[@linateacup]

@@whatoh3407 ya I think the crowd really lacked for him and it messed with his joke delivery- they didn’t recognize that he was joking too so he just added punchlines like a side thought… just not the best energy from the crowd and he kind of gave what he got, unfortunately.

[@kevintse2870]

@@linateacup it didn’t occur to him when writing the speech that when you challenge the entrenched beliefs and goals of a crowd, they’re not going to register anything as jokes.

[@Marc-io8qm]

Obama was the type who would smile at you and then stab you in the back. Not a coincidence everything we are experiencing now started when he was President. Check out his final message to America- look up his presidential oil painting and painter and his history of art. Enjoy.

[@basserstaunt9003]

Didn’t know I needed to hear his message, again.

[@whiteknuckles48]

You didn't.

[@eksanyang7254]

@@whiteknuckles48 You do.

[@whiteknuckles48]

@@eksanyang7254 , naw player. It's a broken record.

[@anitagobbi3501]

Please run again- we need you

[@Ratgodx]

Andrew you were funny asf, god do me and my family miss you, please lead us one day

[@clarkli6026]

It would be a big loss if Andrew Yang fails to be elected the next president of the United States.

[@kevintse2870]

He’s not even working on that at the moment.

[@Misaka-gt5yj]

Ironic considering he left the Democratic party and is now trying to start a third party. Reasonable considering he failed both the mayoral election as well as the primaries. ... and we all know third parties NEVER win anything in America. Good luck with that.

[@reeson6998]

@@kevintse2870 u never know🤞🏽

[@Epaulshi]

Very encouraging to learn that these brilliant young people voted to have you speak at their graduation!

[@AETacts]

Yang gang! Good to see you out and about!

[@greghoenig2207]

Well done, Andrew!

[@TPChatter]

Andrew, please run in 2024! I am a twelve year old and you are my only future. I'm moving to Canada if you don't.

[@pencilcheck]

whether he run or not, the real thing is how can he get the media to say good things about him. without media, without the change in voting system (rank choice voting) him winning is slim.

[@DinoMan_6]

@@pencilcheck aye.

[@patriciawarmoth661]

Let's hear from you in 15 years to see if you are living in Canada. Funny, I know many Canadians who want to come to the USA, and many came for health care. Get that

[@TPChatter]

@@patriciawarmoth661 huh

[@jhuang2007]

@@patriciawarmoth661 Ha, too many Americans can't even get a basic health care ... what a joke!

[@edgarquezada6052]

Andrew would have made a great mayor of new york.

[@yjlconductor]

better yet, President...

[@20891]

Racism is still rampant

[@rizzoli7]

LOL!

[@tinhinnh]

he would’ve been if he was black

[@edgarquezada6052]

@@tinhinnh True that...

[@pervysage4934]

Yang for life!!!

[@linlaoshi7898]

Forever Yang

[@maaretrahkonen7706]

When Yang becomes president, we in Europe can take USA seriously again.

[@jpablo700]

Seems like Europe takes USA pretty serious right now with the war in Ukraine going on.

[@whiteknuckles48]

@@jpablo700 , like the USA should take Europe seriously??? Paying for Russia's war. Good job Europe.

[@jpablo700]

@@whiteknuckles48 precisely. USA could be, "See! Told you so!" Especially with Germany. Maybe they'll understand why pipelines were sanctioned in the past, and no it wasn't for selfish reasons.

[@Misaka-gt5yj]

The irony is that we warned you EUers, especially Germany to not be too dependent on Russia for resources like gas because it gives them leverage over you. We even put sanctions last time on your Nordstream 2, which both you and RU disagreed with. After we removed the sanctions temporarily, RU attacked your neighbor. Not laughing now are you?

[@Misaka-gt5yj]

@@whiteknuckles48 European Union imports of Russian fossil fuels accounted for 44 billion euros ($46.2 billion) from February 24, the day Russia launched its assault on Ukraine. They literally are paying for Russia's war.

[@sebbywarcraft3398]

I hate how much this is reminding me of what could’ve been of this country 😫😔 Yang deserves so much better

[@ODLife]

Great speech!

[@leonardfreeman7218]

Great speech Andrew. Very important and motivating advice for all of us. Hoping you win another poll in the near future. Your message and leadership is timely and relevant as always.

[@CMH18]

I really hope there is a wise man like yourself being the leader of America. Peace to all nations

[@andrewsutton846]

still love you! Yang Gang!

[@Dreamprism]

Thanks for uploading this to KZbin. Fun speech I wouldn't have known about otherwise.

[@BodyMusicification]

Congrats on winning the election to speak at this event Andrew!

[@jun0_]

left feeling inspired, reassured, hugged. thank you!

[@QuadZillaGodZillasbrother]

Please for the love of God run again you’re our only hope you’re literally Huey long but Asian

[@MoyusAngle]

If not here for your ideas, at least for your courage, grit and wisdom among human beings.

[@the77th]

As a former Economic Development Career Counselor ! The information Yang is sharing with these students is most likely the most important LIFE advice they will Ever hear in their lives! BUT UNFORTUNATELY 99.99% of these graduate will just fall in line and do basic $h!+! I worked on a college campus for over 7 years and it’s saddening that all universities are doing these days is spitting out robots who don’t think outside the box enough! More followers less leaders !

[@chozen_1309]

Yang you are such an Awesome person and so underrated !!! Sending 💛💜 from MN - YG 4 Life , Still and Always!

[@ericmiller8408]

fucking damnit, Andrew. we need you.

[@generalfilms9947]

Agreed Eric Adams is a fake backstabber to New York he hasn't done anything to improve it and its such a shame because New York really deserves better

[@happios]

Voters are easily manipulated by the media.... If people had just researched into Andrew yang , he would have gotten so many more votes

[@generalfilms9947]

@@happios Agreed

[@randycarroll9833]

Great speech. Miss you. YG for life.

[@Swampwild1]

It's sad that the US is so far behind the world in so many ways (like anti-Asian racism) and Fox News ideals. Yet Andrew Yang's voice and ideas are recognized internationally. At a local political AGM last week for a moderate party we approved a resolution supporting basic income.

[@sparksj20]

Not sure what you meant here but remember the Uighurs!

[@jhonklan3794]

Eh, racism is far worse in most other countries. Asians are actually the least likely group to be hate crimed, it was mainly a media fabrication.

[@hansschwartz1480]

@@sparksj20 lol what do Uyghurs have to do with Asian Americans? I’m German American, born in the United States. Am I responsible for Nazism in Germany or Europe overall…? Hint, Ukraine…

[@Flyhighman77]

@@sparksj20 ughurs are Asian too ,don't you know ?Just say you are a racist bigot .

[@rainforestsanctuary-sounds6489]

Prejudice and evil is a human behavior occurring within and outside the scope of man made borders/boundaries. Evil has been around for thousands of years, sadly. It’s just that america is NOT superior as it projected itself to the world on polished media/movies. It’s no different to being a breeding ground of terrorism, narcissism, violence, theft, corruption, destruction and creation….. it’s been revealed how similar it is vs different. Why? …. HUMANS.

[@The_Bri_Cli]

Andrew Yang is the Neo we didn't know we needed. He is a prophet.

[@sulljoh1]

Always nice to see Andrew speak

[@jhuang2007]

That's sharp! This country needs him to lead with passion. Yang Gang forever!

[@jes6628]

im still yang gang out here

[@christinasiew3707]

Damn tough crowd!

[@thinkabout602]

Future lawyers worrying about a job with a possible recession coming.

[@christinasiew3707]

That’s probably true. Also worried about student debt too.

[@CallystahR]

Huge Yang fan, but some of these jokes were really just bad. More importantly, the delivery was really really bad 99% of the time. He sounded rushed.

[@kevintse2870]

@@CallystahR it’s the crowd. Those were tested jokes. The issue is they were based on the truth and they hit way too close to home, so nobody was taking them as jokes.

[@ajtam05]

I mean...imo it was a somewhat cringe-worthy speech. He did much better on the campaign than here. Figured this would be easier, but it looks harder than campaigning for him.

[@mjy34222]

I think I would still vote for him.

[@JosephDarcourt]

We are proud of you, Taiwan Parents in New York!

[@angelayan8712]

Miss this guy so much. Forever yang gang

[@thinkabout602]

He's a policy genius but a rotten politician. Gave him big support $$$ and it was worth it 👍

[@diablo55]

I definitely wouldn’t say he’s a bad politician, it takes a lot of talent to come from literally zero name recognition and make it on the main debate stage multiple times. He stayed in longer than and out-polled people like Kamala and Beto

[@thinkabout602]

@@diablo55 This is true however he made some key mistakes that ended his chance to be accepted as an actual viable candidate. He should have had far better advisors in the dirty game of politics.

[@kevintse2870]

@@thinkabout602 he’s trying to change the game. Didn’t you listen to his speech?

[@seekan88]

Wow, 3 actual concrete advices, i miss you Andrew!

[@alm5851]

Had no idea he was a law grad! Now im motivated!

[@henry2023ww]

Very genuine, intelligent speech!

[@Beesmakelifegoo]

Love you. Congratulations for doing what is necessary.

[@blinksstayfresh2524]

Andrew please do stand up comedy

[@hansschwartz1480]

When will Andrew Yang speak up against systemic discrimination towards Asians in US college admissions? Meritocracy or diversity…?

[@huasonia1]

Awesome! Great speech!

[@dannychu2014]

Great advice Andrew! It doesn't matter if you become the next President even though it does. You already accomplished so much more than what others and even yourself expected.

[@MrDarshD]

Such an awesome wisdom 👏 Thank you for your work, Andrew!

[@veganath]

Australians for Yang 2024

[@stormwatcher59]

Feeding the algorithm.....I thumbs up-ed everyone here before me....oh what the hell, gonna do my comment as well! LOL Yang Gang

[@brentlucke8713]

While I’m much more skeptical of Yang as a political actor than back in the campaign days… he’s definitely becoming a better speaker.

[@grainusrainus]

could you speak on why you’re more skeptical now?

[@brentlucke8713]

@@grainusrainus He seesm to me to lack some commitment to initiatives he starts (ex. the HumanityForward PAC). I've also heard about some HR and culture issues in his organizations from people within them.

[@mingginseng7621]

Thank you Andrew!

[@JohnnyRamRod]

YANG GANG

[@PamH1955]

Original YG. Go Andrew!

[@luisavila3707]

I hope you run again Mr. Yang! You have my vote.

[@rdreeves2332]

Support The Venus Project. We can go beyond politics poverty and war.

[@veganath]

Once we have in place economies of scale & real world AI directed humanoid robots(Tesla, Boston Dynamic) then I have not doubt The Venus Project will be the only rational choice as capitalism will have met it's demise. As Eric Weinstein poignantly put it, *_“We think of capitalism as being locked in an ideological battle with socialism, but we never really saw that capitalism might be defeated by its own child - technology.”_* and so the demise of the foundational principle for the continued viability of the most successful socioeconomic system historically, capitalism, is inevitable, & that principle is *'labour for income'.*

[@professorblack40]

I didn't know where else to put this but Mr. Yang, if you guys are serious about forming a third party and selecting a candidate for 2024 presidential campaign, I would definitely be interested. I'm here now as an affirmation of the potential momentum that could accrue. I can appreciate the vision, courage, and initiative of such an endeavor and it has inspired me towards becoming evermore receptive of your political philosophy believing that the politics of America could reach a new plateau of governance as a consequence of an infusion of new, innovative, and creative solutions to an ever changing nation and world.. Go for it! You have 1 vote right here

[@person-ce8cr]

He has my vote too

[@professorblack40]

@HELPLINE145 ok...lest start with this first subscribe👍. I could track Helpline 145 better now

[@professorblack40]

@HELPLINE145 This current volitile political environment may be a catalyst in opening more possibilities and the potential for garnering third party momentum after all. It's possible that the timing could be right for 2024 Please 🙏 keep in mind that some of us haven't lost our humanity, and in saying so...Palestinians are people and deserve respect, consideration and just as much of a right to live and thrive in peace and freedom ✨️ as anyone else. That's very important to some of us...just as Ukrainians have received the world's ear and consideration...otherwise, it's hypocrisy. I'm looking forward in hearing your position before I make that final decision though. I don't want to die a hypocrite 🙄😵‍💫😑😔

[@Weebei]

What a great speech.

[@jennifercuddy5663]

It is long past due for America to have an Asian American US President.

[@babybokchoiii]

I hope his words do sink in with these young people. It takes years for me to understand the heavyweights within these golden advice.

[@sigmaelite40]

Andrew Yang 2024

[@davidyang577]

Man, tough crowd..

[@Zuzu-on-it]

For those who listened this is the best advice they could get

[@thomasvue2189]

Yang gang, Andrew Yang for president 2024! Yeah!!!!!!!

[@Dolphintravel-DCG]

Andrew Yang maybe will not win 2024, but I sure he will become president sometime in the future. Ppl r tired of the 2 party system

[@Western_Decline]

this was great!

[@windps1410]

Guess the Yang Gang is math smart, will run our country economy into positive figures instead of negative for decades. We need a creative thinker like Andrew Yang, to pull our country out of inflation traps, to make America truly great again. Yang Gang, is the solution!!!

[@jameshu3070]

inspiring speech moved me

[@unknownmatrix8424]

I'm excited again. Yang Gang moving forward to the next chapter.

[@Prawduk730]

I noticed a few haters who weren’t clapping, probably Berner and AOC supporters.

[@karinasmith8799]

wow, thank you for good speech.

[@transformationalpianolifec1643]

They are too young to understand the voice who ventured out of his comfort zone and took a chance

[@fibonacci112358s]

Should have run as a Republican. He would have been amazing.

[@thinkbeyond3457]

My sincere advice for '24, Katie Porter for President, Yang as VP. This will allow Yang to be at the table and gain experience which many will say he needs before getting their vote, then Yang as President in '32. Porter + Yang would be a data driven politics machine!

[@landline51]

Interesting.

[@deborahbaca1345]

Porter would choose Warren. Porter didn't even endorse Yang. BIG disappointment.

[@kevintse2870]

He’s not running in 2024, especially not as a Democrat or Republican.

[@charlesyam804]

Let's be honest, his two ideas of AI taking over jobs and universal income would have destroyed this country. He was running for president in 2020-2024. There's a severely shortage of workers in retail and service jobs, the stimulus of 2T is causing the worse inflation in 40+ years. He was purposing 2T every year!

[@jhuang2007]

@@charlesyam804 "the stimulus of 2T is causing the worse inflation in 40+ years" you have no clue what causes inflation!

[@fatboy117]

Awesome speak Andrew... reminds me of my journy.

[@sfrank7799]

That was incredible

[@sweepthe-leg]

A bunch of snot nosed law school grads at columbia. Should've spoken to the NYU graduating class. I would've been pumped. Yang Gang Forever!

[@kevintse2870]

Lol it’s his alma mater.

[@ArnoldTeras]

Americans today at least from their news and other things seem to be SO filled with hatred and darkness...unlike the peoples of Asia and Europe, who yet cherish values such as harmony and benevolence. It is gratifying to see that at least Andrew has not entirely changed, nor betrayed his personal ideals and principles. :)

[@MisguidedMuslim]

Andrew Yang used to spend nights at David Leebron’s home. Leebron was promoted to dean after marrying a student. You will never guess what Leebron went on to do with women much younger than him after being recruited to Rice as president.

[@sunnychen1805]

Mr. Yang, can you help the Chinese community in NY China Town fight off the proposed prison project?

[@kevintse2870]

His wife is helping with that.

[@junkmail1203]

Yang Gang!

[@Brian-un7wf]

Hope he runs in 24. Don't even care if he wins. Just nice feeling hopeful for a change 😌

[@caseybrown2335]

Yang for President

[@j3enator]

Is it just me, or am I reading the body language of one particular girl in the crowd doesn't seem too enthused by Andrew Yang. 13:35 she doesn't clap and earlier in the video she seems disinterested.

[@kevintse2870]

People keep singling her out. Lots of people weren’t enthused. Especially the Asians at the end because he was challenging their entire mindset.

[@j3enator]

@@kevintse2870 That's a shame. I think Andrew Yang was great in his speech, might have spent a little too long on his campaign history, but otherwise a very good speech to share with the graduates.

[@s.k7770]

Need to start making the podcast rounds if you plan on running again 2024. Another appearance on Rogan, Lex Friedman, etc would do wonders to build up your brand and become more of a well known personality. The way presidential elections work if you don’t pass a certain threshold people won’t believe you have a chance and won’t vote or pay you attention even if they agree with your views. Especially as an independent, you have to be dominating the media waves to have a real shot

[@kevintse2870]

He isn’t running 2024, and he has his own podcast.

[@s.k7770]

@@kevintse2870 well his podcast would gain a bigger audience if he appeared on larger platforms too

[@kevintse2870]

@@s.k7770 at the moment he’s not trying to market himself. He’s promoting ranked choice voting, and crypto, mostly, at the moment. He already popularized UBI enough that other powerful people are taking it over. RCV is great and the NYC mayoral run really showed the power of RCV to even the playing field. Crypto, lol he’s really really struggling to make it mainstream or give a very convincing argument that it will solve the world’s problems.

[@mikef2813]

Not left. Not right. Forward.

[@beppen227]

Andrew yangs Dad jokes were not doing so well in this crowd lol