Beto O'Rourke On The Spike In Shootings After Gov. Abbot Loosened Gun Laws In Texas

[@Kilaya02]

Thanks for having Beto on the show. #BetoforTexas2022.

[@johnway5807]

Okay bot.

[@BulletSerenade]

Ummmmm NO

[@evaz2962]

No more mess in Texas! I'm VOTING FOE BETO. AGAIN...

[@TheEnnisfan]

I went to high school with this dude. I'd like to think that Texans will get it right and vote him in, but I have my doubts. It's a MASSIVE undertaking trying to get the state of TX to go Blue. Good luck to you, Beto. TX needs you.

[@judefernandez9234]

What was he like in high school?

[@ItsYaBoi888]

Good luck to him. Good luck to us Texans. 😭

[@pechaa]

That you knew him when he was a teenager and endorse him now speaks volumes. Good luck to you, to Beto, and to all the good people of Texas. 💙

[@nickelpickel3924]

So, as a Texan I'd like to set the record straight. Texas Republicans have been doing what desatin has been doing here lately, for decades now. If Jesus stepped down from heaven right now and, said. He's running as a democrat in Texas. He'd probably still lose.

[@TheBasher-_-]

The thing is that Democrats don't have anything to offer. Texas is the gun state but California and New York have the highest cases of mass shootings and gun shootings. Wayyy more than Texas. So what we see is that Democrats don't run governments well.

[@tamaradudley9103]

PURPLE IS TURNING BLUE 💜... THANK GOD.

[@peanutbutterdragon4105]

Even the military locks up the guns on base because people need time.

[@girlcheck]

the military takes possession of all personal weapons when they come on base.

[@peanutbutterdragon4105]

@@girlcheck And the safety of that base is never in question either as long as you're not a female serving in the military. Now your Servicemen can rape you and you can be forced to carry that child through to birth. Wtf. I know some Justices who need Pitchforks, Torches, and protests, right in front of their doorsteps day and night giving them zero rest until they either change it and we get in codified or they commit suicide from the constant pressure and stress.

[@edwardroche2480]

Also on ships, and inside military installations and headquarters. They don't allow firearms in most jails because inmates may get a hold of them.

[@melissasaint3283]

Exactly! This is the counterargument I provide to those who say that raising the age to buy or own a semiautomatic rifle from 18 to 21 is ridiculous because an 18 year old can be in the military.... 1. Their firearms are usually locked up and "well regulated" during basic training or on base. 2. Those individuals go through a screening process, including for mental health, when they apply to join the military, and they can be removed from service at any time if they show signs of mental instability that would make them a clear danger to arm. 3. Those individuals are trained and drilled in gun safety. 4. Those individuals have management and oversight. It's completely, completely unlike a random guy going out on his 18th birthday and buying an AR-14.

[@peanutbutterdragon4105]

@@melissasaint3283 which would be a red flag for way more than just a gun

[@brightonbabe2139]

Democracy is not a spectator sport, everyone must play!

[@christianhejlesen]

@Stuck ‘n’ Stoned wait, what what?

[@christianhejlesen]

@Stuck ‘n’ Stoned wait, what what?

[@christianhejlesen]

@Stuck ‘n’ Stoned So you're saying it's not a democracy?

[@johnway5807]

It's funny how all these talkshows individuals are bringing in this guy. Whoever votes demoract after what we witnessed from them must need serious help. It's not Republicans vs democrats anymore... It's Americans vs democrats.

[@cuddlesandFur1980]

"All of us IN until we are Done"! What a POWERFUL QUOTE!

[@christopherhogg3227]

Dude just be so well spoken!! Concise and succinct! Beto for Prez!

[@duderawfosho2140]

Most used car salesman are. This dude is full of crap.

[@christopherhogg3227]

@@duderawfosho2140 This may be true. However, he’s done his homework, speaks well, and is infinitely more articulate than his last 2 predecessors.

[@billythekidder7182]

@@duderawfosho2140 how so? How is he full of crap?

[@christopherhogg3227]

@@billythekidder7182 Dude be straight up honest and decent. And as I stated, he’s incredibly knowledgeable. Not enough cut throat, and that is why I don’t think he is considered to be a good politician. He has my vote.

[@ROZDAB]

The passion coming from him is awesome. And so was Stephen letting him talk and say what he needed to say.

[@bilindamueller3154]

He's lying like his carrer depends on it ....he's a fraud

[@richardrubin1763]

@@bilindamueller3154 you've confused him with Abbott.Read the October issue of Texas Monthly on how corrupt and lying he is on how the Texas energy/electric supply and grid is being grossly mismanaged for the highest doner/ bidder. Wake up Texas these Republicans really only care about themselves and their rich friends. I'm an Independent that can't believe how hood winked these Texans are. I will say these Republicans are good at fooling the people when evidence is right before their own eyes. ....Texas Freeze hundreds dead, 4 mass shootings 75 dead, extreme abortion law forcing women to have a rapists baby,record number of border crossings. ....all under Abbott and Patrick. People quit voting against your own interests. Vote Vote Vote.

[@johnway5807]

It' because they're both reading the script. Needs to let him finish lol

[@BulletSerenade]

As passionate as Hitler

[@Geebee67]

I like his personality humble and sincere. All the best to him.

[@Leo-cf4mi]

for humanity sake please don't breed we don't need anymore little brain people

[@briansanford1721]

All the best to ALL of the HONEST people with a healthy conscience.

[@bilindamueller3154]

He's a lying g Narcissistic where have you been

[@cherylsibson2529]

My condolences to those children whose lives were impacted by adult choices.

[@chestercalloway3812]

How could anyone with a soul stand outside and do nothing when children are being killed???

[@victorpradha9946]

@@chestercalloway3812 You answered your own question (anyone with a soul...no soul, no action)!

[@theblade9024]

Sadly Beto has a snowball chance in hell with Texans. Remember these are the same people who went weeks without electricity in the winter and nothing has changed.

[@DS-rt1ed]

And shame on Abbott, Cornyn and Cruz for placing more importance on donations from the NRA than on the lives of school children.

[@sheilalopez3983]

All the Gop trumpuppet states have tyrants for governors. These tyrants need the criminals, crazies and other types of the wrong people to carry guns because these tyrants want to use them for the takeover, secession or next coup. All they have to do is sic these people on whoever they don't like. They will sic these people on those who don't vote their way and if something isn't done, the voting venues will be a bloodbath. These tyrant governors are insane and they don't care who dies as long as they get their way. They don't care what the people want, they don't even consider what the people want, they're paid by big corporations not to care. They are tyrants

[@toobasaurus23]

I hope Texans deliver this change. Love from Australia 🇦🇺

[@theblade9024]

Sadly Beto has a snowball chance in hell with Texans. Remember these are the same people who went weeks without electricity in the winter and nothing has changed.

[@didntlistendad]

Well Australia shows change is definitely possible

[@levelazn]

Nothing will change. Democracy thrives on Division not unity

[@alexandrade7835]

Texas is a pro gun state

[@davidschmidt8391]

Lol I would prefer America to not look like Australia!

[@333crt]

I like that he doesn't seem to be speaking for applause. He genuinely has things to say.

[@karlberger7130]

...

[@RebelDukeTX]

With Beto, what you see is what you get. This is HIM. Period. Like all of the current republican leaders in Texas, Beto won't piss on your back and tell you it's raining. he simply shares his wisdom, sincerity and vision he has for Texas. And THAT'S what draws the applause. I've drank coffee with Beto, had Whataburger with him, had numerous conversations about music, Texas, the great diversity in this state, whatever. And this is how Beto is all the time. He's a truly good and decent guy, who loves Texas and Texans more than any politician I've seen come along in a LONG time. Why I've campaigned for him in the past, and why I am again. If you're a Texan, you know the last truly good governor we had was Ann Richards. Since her, republicans have been in charge of this state the last 30 years, and they've turned it into a laughing stock all over the world. It's time for a change and Beto is by far the best man for this job. So please, keep paying attention to him. If you want to donate, volunteer, buy any merchandise, anything...please visit betofortexas.com. Thanks!

[@pvttj8572]

I. Beg. You’re. Pardon. I. Didn’t. Promise. You. A. Big. Hard. One.

[@conky83]

@@pvttj8572 "I beg you are pardon"? .............

[@HerrEngels]

@@conky83 Haha

[@mrr7634]

I hope they sue that "school police" department into oblivion. That person in charge, that held the ones that wanted to go in back, should be sued , prosecuted and jailed.

[@adamrowell1588]

If they hadn't, it would have been 2 teachers, 19 children and 40 parents dead. The police were acting *correctly*, it just shows how ineffective "good guy with a gun" is as a solution

[@colejosephalexanderkashay683]

@@adamrowell1588 not necessarily.

[@Wednesdaywoe1975]

The Romans would insist a man who failed as spectacularly as Arredondo fall on his sword, and you know, I think they had a point.

[@thethirdman225]

@@Wednesdaywoe1975 Rimshot!

[@vickimcburney8977]

​@@adamrowell1588 Not necessarily, many people, willing to give their own lives to spare the lives if the children could have stopped him. The police were not willing to give their lives, but the parents were.

[@gusgus8134]

I can see why Willy Nelson loves this guy. A really good human!❤️

[@bilindamueller3154]

Lol .no he doesnt

[@Jess1234]

Willy only wants weed ,fake Mexican Robert big teeth Francis only wants to destroy TX

[@judyhowe2082]

I'm a Kansan, but I love Beto so much! Crying just hearing him talk of the little girl in Uvalde, the empathy with which he speaks is amazing, he would have my vote in a heartbeat 💓

[@honorsilverthorne7227]

Send him a donation.

[@alibektas8934]

A good man. Which is the greatest thing to say to a politician.

[@democracymeansdcstatehood3606]

Does he support universal healthcare and ending our trade blockade on Cuba?

[@williamthomas3359]

I hope he wins. If he does, it will be an upset. But a guy who seems genuine is what Texas needs.

[@raziele92]

He comes from money. He married into money. His father was a republican.

[@stumblingmumbler]

@@raziele92 who cares

[@raziele92]

@@stumblingmumbler anybody with a brain would care. He's just like every other good for nothing politician out there. Francis can't handle the position of governor.

[@Turbo9987]

@@raziele92 And he's what Texas needs. Abbott has got to go.

[@raziele92]

@@Turbo9987 I'm not denying that Abbott has got to lose his seat. Pun not intended. But to call Robert O'Rourke genuine when he has to go by Beto to gain sympathy from the latino community is disingenuous.

[@cindythomas5895]

Thank you so much for having him on !!!

[@bilindamueller3154]

Should boycott every where he goes ..soros puppet ..

[@GenRN]

I’ll be voting for Beto for Governor. And any time he is on the ballot. I met Beto a few months ago and he saved my friend from falling in a pond. 😂 For real, he caught her as she was going in.

[@eve7395]

Lmao

[@958298bordeaux]

God Bless Him and keep him safe!

[@HynoDesignsvIII]

@@958298bordeaux Beto is a full blooded satanist, look at his doctrine it matches the AntiChrist doctrine.

[@Blacksheepcomics]

He will lose

[@collabomanagementinc5543]

@@Blacksheepcomics I know you would like to believe that. 😂

[@MrCsifan55]

Elithia's art should be made into a series of stamps in support of all who died in mass shootings and in favour of sensible gun laws. Well spoken Beto.

[@LindaC616]

Alithia 🙂

[@artmv1149]

I like it.

[@peggyivey5828]

Like crimminals follow laws. If the death penalty does not deter them, some law surely will not deter.

[@shesails25]

That's a wonderful idea. They should also include the other children killed on that horrific day!

[@escazuzu9950]

What a beautiful idea!

[@erikhanes9491]

He is a good dude , I can't wait to vote for him

[@amyreynolds3619]

God bless you and Beto O'Rourke.

[@itsjeninMass]

I live in allurement state, and I wish I could vote for him!

[@JoseDiaz-pl5kk]

Not really, he's standing on these poor kids bodies to get elected

[@BulletSerenade]

I can't wait to cancel out your vote

[@JoseDiaz-pl5kk]

@@BulletSerenade considering how far behind Beto is in the polls it's unlikely he'll win, I mean he couldn't even beat Cruz

[@King-sx8fv]

Beto will get my vote AGAIN! Abbot has been having to go, From Texas

[@ariebeckham]

Beto is getting your vote again? And yet, Beto didn’t win. Abbot is going to win, AGAIN.

[@dion4916]

And what happened with that vote??? Nothing

[@King-sx8fv]

@@dion4916 that was presidential now it’s governor so we will see!

[@King-sx8fv]

@@ariebeckham well go vote why are you pressed bc of what I said bc you know Abbott days are numbered

[@karenb1627]

Go Beto. Votimg for you again!!!💙💙💙💙☮

[@autumnleaves8553]

Beto O'rourke, another super articulate individual. A stand up guy who cares about the 'people' of America.

[@vrus91]

@Stuck ‘n’ Stoned they did in the 90s. Shootings went down. They did in Australia. Shootings went down. I don't care about your feelings.

[@stephen1896]

@Stuck ‘n’ Stoned In Columbine, one shooter used a carbine rifle and a Sawed-off shotgun. The other used a sawed-off- shotgun and a 9mm Semi-Auto handgun. That one single gun may have very likely been purchased and stored ahead of the ban. The logistics about Dylan's specific instance doesn't negate the fact that shootings overall went down significantly during the Assault Weapons ban of '94-'04. And man, if you have 'all fucking day' to keep posting on KZbin... get some hobbies.

[@loneranterism]

Beto is the worst kind of Establishment dem !! A bad copy of Obama.. who happens to be white

[@jasminejones7389]

@Stuck ‘n’ Stoned because you've got nothing meaningful to do

[@mistrmistr6417]

For me he's just a white obama minus the charisma and charm. Wouldn't mind if he actually got elected governor but that's highly unlikely

[@stevesteiner6844]

It must be stressful to worry about your family member just going to school.

[@stevesteiner6844]

@Stuck ‘n’ Stoned Thanks for the advice...

[@gidi3250]

@Stuck ‘n’ Stoned so your kid can't go anywhere then, people get shot on streets and in people's homes all the time.

[@stevesteiner6844]

@Stuck ‘n’ Stoned Yeah. You can get shot pretty much everywhere. Bulletproof vests should be a standard for everybody whenever you go to public places.

[@EinChris75]

or to the movies or to the church or to the shopping mall or to the park or to the living room

[@pechaa]

@Stuck ‘n’ Stoned If everyone else wears armor, will your guns be less entertaining for you? Or will you buy armor-piercing ammunition instead?

[@marym22]

I'm glad you were very specific about your red flag law! Thank you Beto!

[@Lilactime402]

I see in this man a true American who is dedicated to our great country. (He's straight out of a Jimmy Stewart movie!)

[@lloydwilliams4368]

Mr. O'Rourke Goes to Washington and tells his buddy, Harvey, It's a Wonderful Life. Especially when you include that Spirit of St. Louis.

[@jessefisher1809]

Wasn't this the 'americans should have choice' guy, when asked about universal healthcare? Anyway, I guess he's better than a republican.

[@Leo-cf4mi]

the one thing brainless people are great at is breeding if you already have done that I feel sorry for those kids they are doomed

[@wordforger]

@@jessefisher1809 Way better than a Republican. Especially the TEXAS Republicans. You have to understand our state is pretty independent-minded and small government oriented on the whole. Republicans have branded themselves with that label for the last 30 years, and it's worked for them. However, it's harder for them to do when the nuts are running the asylum and trying to overturn civil rights. Beto, as a reasonable Texan with common sense and compassion may be able to win over the folks of the more classical liberal end of things who aren't enamored with fascism or Christian dominionism. He's also pretty much the only politician I've heard of in YEARS to go to every single county of the state, urban and rural alike, to drum up votes. Most Democrats write off podunk little towns out west. That's the reason they always lose big. In 2018, Beto got within about 2% of beating Cruz. This time around he's got more name recognition, and much more riding on it. Do I think he'll win? ...Probably not. BUT. There's always the off chance he might if enough people vote with their knowledge of history rather than their 'belief.'

[@richardpierpoint3006]

@@jessefisher1809 Well, in the United Kingdom, where I live, everybody does have the choice, but virtually nobody chooses to use private medical insurance, to the extent that, when our Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, caught Covid, he was treated in Saint Thomas Hospital which, as you can see here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Thomas'_Hospital is an NHS hospital. Just saying...

[@buytry4599]

I like my politicians that are not beholden to the NRA. Vote Texas Vote! Your vote is your voice. Your vote matters. We, the people have the power to make the change. 🇺🇸

[@TheKermit2110]

One of the best interviews I’ve seen in a long time

[@TheHomelessDreamer]

Texans (lived in San Antonio for 2 years).... if the choice is this empathetic, sympathetic, intelligent man and Abbott as your next Governor.... why are you even hesitant?

[@democracymeansdcstatehood3606]

When in our history have the majority of white men in positions of power been empathetic sympathetic and intelligent?

[@serendipityshopnyc]

I don't know. But the new voter suppression laws are giving Beto a severe handicap on top of those reflexive Republican voters.

[@joggingscissors632]

"My daddy was a sociopathic Bushmaster rifle, his daddy was a misogynistic Shotgun, his daddy was a homophobic Revolver, and his daddy was a slave-owning Musket. "So, I come from a long line of Republicans. I vote GOP."

[@cbailey2376]

@@joggingscissors632 oh gun offspring...who hurt you?

[@joggingscissors632]

@@cbailey2376 Your mom, as she was helping your sister dismount.

[@isnoo1]

I have watched Beto since he came onto the "market" of leadership. He IS someone who DOES need to get through to the highest level. Yes I am an outsider, do not live in the US but oh boy............ THIS guy WILL be a great leader. You HAVE to follow/believe in people like him. You need to foster the younger people so your country CAN be great again.

[@tonybryant2290]

You can’t be serious

[@isnoo1]

@@tonybryant2290 Oh yes I am.................

[@tonybryant2290]

@@isnoo1 hundreds shot every week in Chicago. They have the strictest gun laws in America. Fens don’t care because they are black . It is and always has been a racist party

[@arnewengertsmann9111]

@@tonybryant2290 There is a difference between strict gun laws in a town, where you only have to drive only 10 miles to by a gun legally and a town in a country where you can't get guns. Everywhere in the world gun control works. Just in the US is can't work? Sorry, but that is nonsense, and you know it.

[@tonybryant2290]

@@arnewengertsmann9111 i live in Colombia now. Strict gun control here. Guess who owns guns ? Criminals

[@NewMessage]

"Y'know what will put out this fire..? More gasoline!" -The GOP's logical process, in a nutshell.

[@K__a__M__I]

...while counting a stack of dollar bills wrapped in a bow adorned with a "thank you"-note covered in oil company logos.

[@konradyearwood5845]

I did scratch my head at the idiocy on display when Abbott signed that piece of paper and crowed that "Texas is now a Second Amendment Sanctuary State". What sort of a legacy is that?!?

[@amyreynolds3619]

@Stuck ‘n’ Stoned , with you on more gasoline but we don't need more guns.

[@bzh7648]

Well pray that you don’t get shot while you’re trying to buy more gasoline, because your government isn’t protecting you

[@LesHaskell]

Nope. That's not it. They phrase it more like "The only way to stop a shifty-eyed, foreign-looking bad guy arsonist with a mustache who is probably named Brandon is with a good clean-cut patriotic guy with legal gasoline purchased in America at that nice gas station by the church at prices we haven't seen since the last administration." The way you put it you might as well have said "petroleum" and that just won't do. Oh, and they'll probably throw in a couple of "y'all"s for good measure.

[@TheStormVergil]

As a texan, God i hope Beto wins this time, im so fking tired of republican leadership here

[@hunterrgntr]

You have to get through to the people who voted for Professor X and his ilk first!

[@ItsYaBoi888]

@@hunterrgntr who?

[@johnmccarron7066]

I doubt he will. I wish he would, but the state is too engineered against him.

[@ASTR3ROID]

@@johnmccarron7066 this could give him a good and much needed push in the right direction. He nailed it.

[@chato7259]

I agree with you 100%.

[@audiophilesallowed6479]

Texas thanks you Beto!

[@samgonzalez1687]

Whenever a member of the government tells you that they are making it easier for the right people to have guns. They're telling you we aren't going to do anything about anything we expect you to do it all including protecting people we should be protecting.

[@tactofu]

Your safety and wellbeing are your responsibility, not the governments. The police are reactionary, only showing up after a 911 call plus response times. Blue or red, you are not of their concern. They're all chasing money and power, nothing more.

[@markusrother5577]

Exactly. It's dereliction of duty. It's corruption and lazy cowardly capitulation at the same time.

[@dukeallen432]

White Christians want more guns so that minorities kill themselves. We have a racist Christian problem. A Christian Taliban problem. Vote.

[@alexfischer2527]

I'm not sure what you mean. He didn't say anything about making it easier for the right people; it was about making it harder for the wrong people.

[@clairewhite5789]

Our government is who causes the shootings look at the uvalde shootings CCTV cops let the shooter rampage for an hour!

[@nolasmith7687]

Gosh I hope he wins

[@johnway5807]

He's a pretty good actor. I'd hope he wins an oscar too!

[@ernestoxavier5426]

Beto O'Rourke for governor of Texas.

[@farvision]

Listing laws we would like does NOTHING!!! Blaming people and doors does NOTHING! Just vote the Republicans out!

[@escazuzu9950]

We've tried in Texas. Trust me.

[@kennethjohnson2967]

How many of these shooters are Republicans ? How many of these shooters are law abiding citizens ? Which of these 2 men care about the victims ! We have talk show host after ratings and a politician who tells everyone he's a Mexican after votes !

[@brahmburgers]

I agree the Republican Party is hemorrhaging, and that's good.

[@J.B.1.3]

Great idea, vote out the Republicans, vote out $2 Dollar a gallon gas prices, a secure border, no inflation, energy Independence and respect from everyone else in the world. No, instead keep in the Democrat and $10 a gallon at the pump, unsecured border that let in two million illegals, horrible inflation and we're begging the turban heads over at OPEC for gas, yeah, vite out the Republican, great idea genius. Do you know the last time the United States was in this horrible Financial shape was during World War II. ?!?!? Keep watching CNN, genius.

[@jonky5]

That’s right! Just vote Republicans!

[@kmaher1424]

The special program on the first day of the NRA meeting was a planned celebration to honor Abbitt for his pro NRA work. Trump and both TX senators were to join the gathering on stage with our Gov, Lt Gov and Rep Eyepatch Crenshaw After the massacre every Texan dropped out. Èxcept Ted Cruz We must get out the vote this Nov.

[@barbaram5787]

I heard Abbott showed up to the convention by sending a video to represent himself.

[@nycatlady2314]

Politics aside, let’s not demean war veterans with childish nicknames created by Tucker Carlson. He has no respect for soldiers who were injured and tortured while fighting for our country. Please don’t follow his lead.

[@billythekidder7182]

@@barbaram5787 he did.

[@iuyozx]

yep, straight republic ticket.

[@kmaher1424]

@@iuyozx Texas no longer allows straight ticket voting. That is, you cannot check one spot on your electronic or paper ballot to vote for every candidate of your preferred party. You need to check off every candidate. Glad you are not a Texan!

[@nativemomma9888]

Love Beto!! He makes sense for Texas!!

[@daveayerstdavies]

I don't get it. You can't be trusted to drink a beer until you are 21 years old, and yet you can buy a handgun at 18 and in 30 states it’s technically legal for a child to possess a shotgun.

[@Jezzebel1313]

@@HesGotATinyMushroom I don't get it. People like you always talk about handguns as if they don't actually shoot...can't really kill anyone...as if they kill the shooter instead...as if these are toys with fake ammo. That's not true and you know it. You might kill more if you fire into a crowded group. But if you want to shoot a group of 19 kids in 1 or 2 small rooms, these "harmless" weapons are just as effective. In addition, it is not about having fewer dead but none at all. Not that you can achieve that, but it should be the goal anyway. But maybe i miss something?

[@conky83]

MURICA!!!!

[@Jezzebel1313]

@@HesGotATinyMushroom Oh ok, I'm sorry. I didn't get the sarcasm.^^

[@Jezzebel1313]

@@HesGotATinyMushroom Well, but you're right about that. The topic is US-centric and I'm the one who brings in my opinion from outside. I sometimes have the impression that many Americans underestimate how many people are interested in the problems in America. And when they notice it, they often think that this is admiration.^^ Or paternalism. Many Europeans are fascinated by the events and are simply afraid for ordinary Americans. It's a brotherly interest, even if we keep telling you how great free health care is and it annoys a lot of Americans.^^ That's not showing off. We know it works, and then it's unbearable to know that Americans are dying because of an unnecessary fear of loss of freedom. This is what free health care and gun ownership issues have in common. Oh and about the sarcasm. Yes, sometimes I don't get it.^^ But that can also be because I have many traits that indicate high-functioning autism. So I often don't understand sarcasm in German either.^^ Thanks for your understanding Tressa. Have a nice day. :)

[@craven5328]

@@Jezzebel1313 This is the thing about "freedom"...i think many outsiders often have very different concepts of what that now sadly incredibly loaded word means. I'm Canadian, so 1) We get an enormous amount of US media, and are hugely impacted by when goes on politically south of the border (some of what I would consider are the most destructive ideologies from the US are making in roads here) 2) We have universal access to health care through a single payer system. For many like me, we see that single payer system as SUPPORTING our freedom. It allows us to not be beholden to corporations or insurance companies for basic health necessities. That means we have more freedom to move jobs and locations. For many, that is a much more important and life impacting freedom. For myself, I have little to no confidence that a corporation with primarily a profit motive will ever really be interested in consistently protecting my freedoms. As such, I'd much prefer for the state to be the one to provide the basic services like health care. I've noticed that there is a much more popular, neo-liberal ideology in the US that distrusts the state more than corporations, and as such believes the market mechanism is the best way to ensure freedoms. I'll admit I still haven't been able to wrap my head around the logic of this belief that the profit motive is somehow a better mechanism to guarantee that fundamental freedoms are protected, and often think of what Keynes said here: "Capitalism is the astounding belief that the most wickedest of men, will do the most wickedest of things, for the greatest good of everyone."

[@shirleytamburano6256]

OMG I hope he wins. Love, your hopeful Canadian neighbour

[@duderawfosho2140]

Sorry I'll pass keep that bs in Canada.

[@shirleytamburano6256]

@@duderawfosho2140 Gladly

[@fairdinkum977]

I remember that time when trump mocked a disabled journalist... Greg Abbott said..... Nothing! For a Governor who can't protect disabled people like himself, what was Texas hoping for? Go Beto!

[@ericminch]

Oh, this is the first I've heard that Abbott was disabled. I mean physically (obviously he's also mentally deficient).

[@cbailey2376]

Dump---I like governors that can walk....not think.

[@gregsorem4361]

That’s a bit or reaching right there

[@SwitchedDreams]

Go to California beto!

[@1911GreaterThanALL]

Is Abbott responsible for what Trump does?

[@jefferysmom696]

*We (Houston & Texas need hope!!!...and this man is our answer!!!*

[@joggingscissors632]

I'm impressed. Beto seems much more polished, focused and genuinely emotional involved than when he last threw his hat into the ring. I wish him the best of luck. He'll need it.

[@Puzekat2]

Yet I know he won’t win the election. So sad.

[@jeffclement2468]

Yep. He was a bit of a loose cannon last time around. Dropping "F-bombs" is okay in it's place, but not in the political arena imo ✌

[@rev.rachel]

I thought the same thing. He seems to have only grown in empathy and wisdom.

[@wordforger]

I personally think Governor is the perfect fit for him. I mean, senator would have been ok too, don't get me wrong, but I think we need to get our statehouse in order more than anything right now, and he knows every part of Texas better than most politicians.

[@joggingscissors632]

@@wordforger Well said.

[@FunDayKey]

Vote for Beto O'Rourke.

[@streavel7]

Protect this man at all costs. Would love someone like him as president but I feel the snakes in the grass won’t stand for it.

[@debravanausdale1063]

He'd make a great Senator, and a remarkable President. The snakes might "stand for it" but the people can sometimes be sure to make it happen.

[@mindyourself7063]

Agreed. Beto is able to reach people & resonate with foundational values not unlike a young JFK or MLK. He deserves to be the next governor of TX and we all need to have his back.

[@itsjustme8947]

As long as corporate money is allowed to buy votes and pay for elections, it'll never happen.

[@vickimcburney8977]

yes! Beto for president!

[@katiehoriuchi2146]

Beto for Texas!!!

[@themusicactor]

He has my vote!! #DALLAS

[@magaareinbredhillbillies]

my also east tawakoni

[@Loki_Yogi]

I CANNOT WAIT TO VOTE FOR BETO O'ROURKE THIS NOVEMBER!! 🙏

[@littlechickenfarm2436]

Love Beto! Sanity must prevail, please vote everyone! Do what you can to get others to the polls!

[@seanbou4122]

Wow! Please go to vote, he is so right! if you want to save your kids life from guns violence. I vote for him 👍🙏💚

[@johnway5807]

Voting for a democrat after all that has happened (gun violence in democratic run cities, drug addicts, homelessness) and all of this inflation?! What a joke.

[@jeanneratterman]

Crying again as i listen again 😪about that sweet child/artist killed in Uvalde. 💔

[@karenb1627]

People will remember Uvalde. The local media is dedicated to not letting this go. The families deserve the truth.

[@dreed1058]

GO BETO! So admire his passion, energy & thoughtful approach to politics. As a Dem in Tx, and I am pleading w/ EVERYONE I come across to vote ABBOTT OUT OF OFFICE😏😊

[@ziyanali6392]

As a fellow Dem in Texas, I’ll be there with you to vote Abbott out. Can’t figure out the power grid to keep people alive, but floods the streets with guns on top of abortion bans. It’s like he wants more school shootings and needs to manufacture targets for the shooters or something…

[@joanies6778]

People, we need to help Beto win. Sending contributions to his campaign. Texas needs him. America needs him.

[@christopherjohns1566]

Unfortunately, people will forget. They've forgotten Columbine, Sandy Hook, Virginia Tech, University of Texas, Stoneman Douglas, Santa Fe. They've also forgotten Las Vegas, Pulse, Sutherland Church, Luby. The list goes on and on. They always forget.

[@pamelacass9642]

I don't think anyone forgets. I think there's just so much to remember.

[@vickimcburney8977]

People don't forget, we just feel helpless, angry and then numb. Then we have the Marjory Taylor Greens of the world trying to gaslight us into believing that it never happened. How can anyone vote for her? Support her? Believe any of her hateful lies?

[@robinhood20253]

I have one reason to wish I lived in Texas, to vote for Beto! I can't imagine how those people are able to deal with this. Then our Supreme Court shows how ignorant people are on that far right .

[@boogieboy6946]

Abbott does nothing about gun violence because the Gun lobby contributes to his campaign.... Fact!!

[@e.458]

You can donate to his campaign

[@Leo-cf4mi]

@@SantasGAINdeer it never surprises me how many brainless people are out there its scary

[@grimthreeper4112]

@@SantasGAINdeer He is a felon..Not likely LMAO!

[@redcloud5813]

@@SantasGAINdeer he already had his chance

[@amyreynolds3619]

In a state like Texas, we need more Betos and less Abbotts.

[@carolpatterson3087]

Texas needs all Betos and NO Abbotts, purge the Abbotts, exile the Abbotts.

[@J-Plata-84]

We don't need more people like Robert, he's full of crap and doesn't care about Texas.

[@wordforger]

@@carolpatterson3087 Eh, Abbott could be ok if it wasn't for the Cruzes, Paxtons, Patricks, Gohmerts, and all the rest. Abbott's biggest failing is he's a coward who's more beholden to his wealth and his party line than he is to the welfare of this state.

[@carolpatterson3087]

@Bark Barkaslot I can’t imagine. What has Abbott done for you to make your life better and safer? He is an indecent, vile man full of hateful policies.

[@jtl-en4yx]

@@carolpatterson3087 Thinks like purges and forced relocations are exactly why we have the Second Amendment!

[@melissanoelle410]

He’s actually the first politician I ever donated to politically. He’s a good seed.

[@ZarkowsWorld]

You are a fool if you think he is anything but a grifter

[@murphyrod4839]

@@ZarkowsWorld I think you’re talking about Lardass Donny Rump Bro

[@ejkk9513]

@@ZarkowsWorld He's a politician... obviously he's a grifter. But Greg Abbott is actively dangerous and sending Texas backwards. He's limiting women's rights, he's trying to make gay people's lives more difficult and he's allowing mentally unwell people to carry in public with mentally well and responsible gun owners. All because the NRA gives him a bit of money? That's all it takes for Abbott to stop caring about the public? I don't know why people who despise gay people overcomplicate the situation either. They're just attracted to the same gender as them... end of story. Why overcomplicate it and tell them what to do? Same with women. Republicans are supposed to be about limiting government overreach and yet they do shit like this! They come off as extremely hypocritical. I'm not a Democrat by the way...

[@ZarkowsWorld]

@@murphyrod4839 Trump is a moron and a scammer, doesn't change the fact that 'Beto' is a grifter that will say anything to get elected.

[@melissanoelle410]

@@ZarkowsWorld he would've sold out long ago like lying Ted. He's much better than that fool that can't even defend his own wife.

[@jaffat3560]

I can’t believe how easy it is to buy guns in America! I can’t imagine being able to walk down the street carrying a gun. That’s crazy

[@thecreamofthecrop2694]

It’s pretty great actually

[@rtqii]

@@thecreamofthecrop2694 You are no longer afraid?

[@jaffat3560]

@@thecreamofthecrop2694 what’s great about it? To me it just proves what a bunch of wimps you all are! If you need a gun to feel safe then that’s very sad!

[@obihave3210]

What freaked me out the most was when I was on holiday, walked into the local Walmart to get toothpaste and deodorant and passed the shotgun aisle ... in a GROCERY store

[@PDVism]

@@thecreamofthecrop2694 How to say that you are insecure and feel the need to compensate for certain things without actually saying it.

[@davidharrison8975]

A good start would be to dismantle citizens united - get the corporate money out of politics

[@1life857]

THANK YOU BETO FOR TAKING UP THIS VERY IMPORTANT FIGHT! FIGHT ON!!!

[@rogerbouchard7135]

I like this guy. The fans sat and hardly clapped as they wanted to hear what he has to say. His message never changes it just get stronger and stronger. Texas do yourself a favor move into the real world look ahead and see how much better your state could be if you vote for a person who sees the future and not the past. Vote for Beto.

[@J-Plata-84]

We don't need or want Robert here. He's full of crap. If Texas is so bad and not in "the real world" then why is everyone moving here?

[@rogerbouchard7135]

@@J-Plata-84 I didn't say Texas was a bad place I just think that if you had a forward looking Governor the place would be so much better. Just imagine going through a winter storm and not losing people because the power grid failed?

[@J-Plata-84]

@@rogerbouchard7135 have you seen the flood of people moving here? Everywhere I look they're opening up a new housing development. We never had this problem before, with all these people moving here that's more energy getting used and over loaded it. Do we need to get that fixed? Yes. Is Robert the one to fix it? Hell no. He says what people want to hear and that's it. I don't trust someone with a burglary history. He fits better in Cali, not Texas. And anyone that thinks like him is more than welcome to leave. No one is forcing you to stay. That's the best thing about America. If you hate your job and your boss, you're able to leave. You are not forced to stay working for them. We shouldn't be forced to change because you don't like the way things are done here. Go somewhere where they believe in the same thing as you.

[@blessingsoutlaw]

Everything I read or hear about Texas describes it as a backward-a$$, misogynous, fear-based herd. Politically-speaking, of course.

[@Essouza81]

@@J-Plata-84 I'm voting for him. People aren't flocking here because of politics. We can't even keep our power going because our Govenor didn't winterize our equipment. He did nothing and Ted Cruz fled to Mexico. There have been too many shootings. Abbot needs to go..he's made too many mistakes. It's costing Texans their lives..

[@michielvoetberg4634]

As a foreigner, I think Beto could be a good president.

[@ashleypeadon8009]

As a fellow foreigner, I say this with the greatest respect, don't think the people in US care too much about what we think

[@obihave3210]

@@ashleypeadon8009 as a fellow fellow foreigner , I dont think most americans even care what other Americans think

[@cherishbloom3799]

Yeah he would 😊

[@happycanayjian1582]

As a fellow fellow fellow foreigner, I also think Americans hate it when outsiders weigh in on their business. And just because someone seems a cool cat doesn’t mean they’re a suitable presidential candidate. Good intentions don’t always equate to good aptitudes and abilities.

[@gisela1122]

Hahah you guys made me laugh. As an American living in a foreign country.. well I do think we’re starting to care about what others think. But then again, I’m on the young side so I’ve just started to care about it all.. I wish I had learned a bit more about politics and current affairs while in high school

[@ASTR3ROID]

Thanks for letting Beto use your shows platform, he was perfect.

[@FredRedFrred]

Wow. There is a Texan I like....

[@antonyware]

This is democracy, not a spectator event so it takes all of us working to keep it. BEAUTIFULLY said!

[@billaddington831]

Obama said the democracy isn’t a spectator sport first

[@antonyware]

@@billaddington831 whomever originated it, it’s very well said

[@gregsorem4361]

It’s not a democracy… it’s a constitutional republic. Just FYI for all you in denial - 2nd amendment to that constitution says “ the right to bear arms shall not be infringed upon “

[@antonyware]

@@gregsorem4361 you do realize the constitution was always meant to be a breathing document, correct? Otherwise, there would be no process for amendments and I would still be a slave. Having a right to owning a gun is a right and this right isn’t being removed. But if someone is unfit to carry a weapon that kills other Americans, you feel this right should be unlimited to the point where we know someone is mentally unstable and has a mission to take out a grocery store full of people. You feel the red flag should be ignored and the person should have their guns because the right to bear arms is paramount and should not be altered under any circumstances? So give the arsonist an unlimited supply of blow torches basically? It’s that that thinking that causes us to continue to have the highest rate of mass shootings and gun related deaths than any other country on the planet. Now our kids aren’t even safe in a classroom but sure, let’s make sure there are no restrictions to carrying a weapon 👍🏽👍🏽

[@marchanneman6580]

Need to get rid of Abbott, he's bad news to Texas

[@1911GreaterThanALL]

How specifically?

[@marchanneman6580]

@@1911GreaterThanALL I feel sorry for you if someone has to draw you a picture.

[@1911GreaterThanALL]

@@marchanneman6580 I don't live in TX so how exactly would I know otherwise? Do you live in Tijuana and if not explain in detail what it is like to live there?

[@MesmerEyes2]

Beto is and always has been a man of integrity and a voice for Texas where our current state government does not even come close to representing the majority of Texans. Cruz and Cornyn have never voted in my favor. Beto will and he will have my vote again.

[@Jezzebel1313]

Dear Texas people. Never forget that the same people who talk about doors and good guys with guns and that the freedom to own a gun is more important (obviously) send their own kids to private schools or have private tutors. They take them to school in protected cars, and I bet there's a bodyguard on every corner of the school. Or they simply go to school in Switzerland or the UK.^^ Never forget that.

[@HISBestLifeCoach]

💯

[@bigmac2752]

Put the crack pipe down.

[@MajICReiki]

Yes! they can afford the security they wish for everyone else, of armed guards on every corner, armed vehicles, personal security, and private top global elementary and parochial schools, for everyone to live in a gated community... Oh! No, they don't want that for you, they are just rationalizing why They can afford that by ensuring the threats are assured to the public, so they can justify their own bought, secured, lifestyles, while demonizing anyone that questions their true intentions, and interests, words, and actions to the greater public. More Guns = More Gun Deaths More Medical Restrictions =More Medically Unnecessary Injuries and Deaths More Punitive Regulations of one select group = Social Segregation and Hierarchical Separation, Human Devaluation Texas needs its true Long Horns to Boot The fat cats Out of Office, and take their State Back from the MadMen destroying civic society and gloating in your faces about it.

[@VMan29397]

Pretty much

[@charissecrenshaw1577]

Don’t forget home school.

[@manda60]

Everyone in Texas needs to vote for Beto. Otherwise, there may never be a chance for you to vote again.

[@4catsnow]

"hell yes, we're going to take your AR-15"... in Texas...And comes the day he gets elected Governor..what does he tell what could be 10-12 million AR-15 owners??

[@jan2000nl]

Why the f do people need an AR15?

[@ItsYaBoi888]

@@jan2000nl in case another texan shoots at them and their family, i guess. That's why one Texan would need an AR-15? 🤔

[@giantsfan9868]

@@4catsnow WHAT, or more precisely, WHO are all of y’all 10 -15 mil texans going to kill with an ar-15??? Why do y’all need to own and have a military weapon that is specifically designed to kill as many “other people “ as quickly as possible?????????? Don’t effin try to wave away this question by saying that you use this human killing machine “to hunt with “, or target practice!!??!!! This military weapon was designed to kill people… That is all… To kill people… As many as possible… As quickly as possible… Unless of course, y’all 10 to 15 mil scaredy-cat Texans are afraid of People coming up from Central America looking for work…oh which many are the ones that harvest your vegetables and fruit. … Oh, and you know what, this killing machine does not make your lil dick any bigger… It’s probably just as puny as it’s always been. Thank you Beto, I really really hope you become governor, and take away, especially, this small dick’s stupid gun.

[@pechaa]

Those AR-15 owners are a threat to society.

[@iamric23]

It's going to never stop because of social media bullying. Kids are cruel, always have always will, just the way it is. Now instead of processing that hatred through person to person, the kids can now process bullying through a megaphone via the internet. Making it unbearable for the target child to deal with it. Not to mention how easy it is for anyone to access a gun, as easy as getting drugs.

[@bellabana]

Other countries like the UK, Europe, Australia, Japan etc etc have the ‘same’ problems with children being bullied as well as people with mental health issues yet the big difference is that people in those countries don’t have easy access to guns. It’s the GUNS. Gun laws and regulations work, hence why those countries have very low gun deaths and massacres unlike the US which has the highest in the developed world.

[@iamric23]

@@bellabana No kidding, don't you think I know this? Our countries 2nd amendment was written long ago when there was a need to protect oneself. We have police forces now. To me, no one should be allowed to own, get an assault rifle, no one!!!!!!!! Gun permits should be triple checked in a way, making sure that a person who has one is not a harm to society. If you want a gun to go hunting, then go to the police station and rent one out for a length of time.

[@richardpierpoint3006]

Actually, it's easier to get a gun than narcotics in the United States - just saying!

[@iamric23]

@@richardpierpoint3006 Depending in which state/city, yes.

[@dustinheath4770]

@@richardpierpoint3006 actually as a person who did drugs in texas, it's much easier getting drugs. No age limit and no I'd required to get drugs. Propaganda

[@MrMarkOlson]

Every Texan needs to do whatever they can and jump through EVERY hurdle to vote in November so that the right to vote in Texas can be restored. This is the case is many other "red" states as well. Without the right to vote, our republic won't stand.

[@stevej5276]

Really, what is keeping people from voting?

[@tomasaleman2724]

Restore Texas? Do you even know what’s going on in Texas? Texas is GROWING!!! And seriously, what hurdles are you talking about to vote? Keep Texas RED!!! No Socialist!!! This guy “Robert” needs to stop acting like he’s the savior of Texas!!! Don’t believe his hype!!!

[@stephaniepersin4145]

Most states, at the state level, are Republicans because populations are dispersed in states where Democrats hope that most cities and its suburbs decide to vote. State elections are bellwether (non glamorous) and Democratic voters are MIA and Republicans have their voters, percentage wise, show at these. Nothing great can be done if Democrats ignore local and state level races. I’m not a hypocrite. I even vote for DA, Judges, Tax Collector, School Board. I see next to zero people at these races. So you get the government you deserve.

[@jimijames63]

When was the last time we've heard a Rep. talk with such compassion like this? I'm waiting.

[@redcloud5813]

I'd rather hear a politician talk about following the constitution.

[@jasmineae]

@@redcloud5813 how is beto not doing that?

[@redcloud5813]

@@jasmineae the only time I've heard Robert Francis mention the US constitution is when he talks about violating the second amendment by confiscating people's guns. That's not the type of governor I want.

[@criticalmass4592]

He has my vote.

[@ohmy5650]

A l i c i a 4ever in the hearts of everybody who cares for Human Rights. With you, Beto, from far away across the ocean. For as long as I live.

[@yurkshirelad]

The world needs more people like Beto.

[@sunnyrivers]

Vote for Beto🇺🇸✌🏼😊

[@concessajean-marie5571]

I hope he can do this!

[@justiceleague9469]

Texas needs someone like Beto; a politician who actually cares for human lives and their rights instead of his pockets.

[@00SmileTime00]

Texas needs someone so unelectable that even with $100 MILLION in the bank they still lose to Ted Fucking Cruz? TWICE?!?

[@petedog9581]

OH passed stand your ground and anyone can conceal carry... and you do not have to alert police that you have a firearm during traffic stops anymore. And... teachers are going to be able to arm themselves with a mere 24 hours of training. It is a scary place to live.

[@duderawfosho2140]

Stop spreading those lies.

[@petedog9581]

@@duderawfosho2140 Who can't CC? Felons? That is the only thing that could be questioned about the recent legislation in OH.

[@timothyavendt677]

What you don't trust your teachers? Why are you sending your children to then? If a teacher wants to kill the THEN HE WILL BRING HIS FIREARM IN REGARDLESS. If a person is bent on killing an officer then he will not tell him about any weapons on his person or in the car, and would you feel better about the teachers being required a at least a hundred hours of so of training? Please use logic.

[@petedog9581]

@@timothyavendt677 You should exercise your 2nd amendment rights on yourself. Logic. Do us all a favor. That is what every gun owner should do. It is a better herd thinner than COVID.

[@j.mccarthy3008]

Beto has my vote!!

[@Jeffrey-ed8sz]

God bless this man.

[@nmdakini5226]

I feel this brilliant man has a great future serving our country.

[@theabristlebroom4378]

Beto - he knows his stuff!

[@pooryorick831]

Outstanding. I want that guy for POTUS a couple years down the line.

[@EEM1978]

Thank. You. Beto. More of this, please.

[@robintucker6431]

Every state needs a Beto fighting for us!

[@charlidog2]

My heart breaks every time I think of this horrific event.

[@sunny8307]

I cannot wait to vote for this man. We have to bring hope back to Texas.

[@itsjustme8947]

There is no hope for texas. Sorry for the reality check.

[@kingfishphill4120]

BETO O'ROURKE got my vote and support from family members and friends , employees where I work are also voting for BETO !!!!! He's going to be a great governor hopefully he wins November elections he's for Texans 👍

[@jrcenteno1896]

He Absolutely IS 100% DEVOTED to Serve Texas !! BETO , is a GREAT MAN ! 💯 And will be The GREAT GOVENOR that Texas DESERVES !! 👍🙏

[@kingfishphill4120]

@@jrcenteno1896( 👍)

[@michaelbray109]

“Lest We Forget” has become “I don’t know what I was supposed to remember,,.”

[@sinfulxsociety]

Beto for Texas

[@DustyJones1997BGCL]

Beto O'Rourke is amazing he's definitely going to be the next Governor.

[@noelgenoway9360]

Why? Why? Why? Why is Beto not the Govenor of Texas? He is smart, articulate, balanced, methodical, cares about Texans and believes in the Rule of Law? Texas do the right thing! Vote Beto!!

[@itsjustme8947]

Simple answer: Stupid far outnumbers sensible in texas.

[@pterafirma]

You seem to have answered your own question.

[@redcloud5813]

Why? because we don't want him or his socialist policies.

[@tessiepinkman]

I can see him as president in a few years. He seem genuine and like he both want to, and can, get things done.

[@EinChris75]

I can see him in a labour camp because of being a communist. If the GQP is not stopped immediately.

[@violimo]

Agree. The DNC was behind Biden no other candidate stood a chance. They crowded the field in too many candidates.

[@lynnturman8157]

Nah. Trump's gonna "win" in 2024. Then he's gonna create an executive order making himself president for life. Then he's gonna create another executive order making Don Jr. president for life after he dies.

[@EinChris75]

@@lynnturman8157 yeah. possible. That is what the second amendment is for... good to have it.

[@pinecone2455]

He will run for President. He just needs an elected office to come from. Governor is perfect.

[@elcoky1987]

He is a great persona and speak with his hearth. Very emational Speech such a wonder human being. I pray he wins Texas.

[@bmags4188]

Texas needs Abbott out of office ASAP.