Chasten Buttigieg gives PERFECT response to Fox's vile attack

[@emgeeklees]

All of the bigotry and small- mindedness will cost the GQP greatly in 2024. Vote blue. 🇺🇸

[@judithmkaplan2133]

Let’s hope so.

[@mtaylor7307]

Please do not so count the sweep of culture wars that DeSantis pushes? Fascism is the end goal and US citizens will vote it in.

[@hidesertroamer]

From your lips to Gods ears.

[@RadagastBrown420]

Agreed. But not interested in Petey who is also a proven bigot.

[@goodbher9244]

Sadly they're getting even more gerrymandered maps approved even though they're insanely unconstitutional which will continue republican control of multiple bodies, atleast enough control to kill legislation. It's sad that some people will always, always, vote republican. It's disgusting. Unless everyone goes out of their way to vote republicans will steal seats. They can have 20% of the vote, but get 60% control of the house. Everyone who can vote needs to vote.

[@SirHeinzbond]

and for all i see i can say, Chasten and Pete would be 1000% better parents than Major Traitor Queen or Sucker Tarlson...

[@debhammersley6756]

Or Lauren Bobart.

[@VictorLewis-nd4ld]

"Major Traitor Queen" Perfect!

[@xpsxps1339]

They already ARE great parents🙂!

[@kathleenferguson3296]

They are fine parents. The MTG's of the world have nannies. Only.

[@Cynthia-c8s]

I have a more blunt name for Carlson, & it starts with F, rhymes with Tucker

[@suzigrekin8849]

Chasten is an intelligent thoughtful man. He is correct that the young people are not equipped to deal w the hatred that is Fox News.

[@mtaylor7307]

Young people will age into voting and get rid of these politicians when the Boomers are failing.

[@randal_gibbons]

@@mtaylor7307 boomers aren't failing, republican voters are failing. This is the result of an out of control ideological political party and the stupidity of the people who still vote for them.

[@stanbyme7874]

@@mtaylor7307 one can only hope. They’re being fed a lot of lies. They’re seeing adults act like children & don’t take responsibility for their actions. They spent time in lockdown & not all parents handled that well. I hope, hope for the future. My youngest is 29 & political. My 35-50 yr olds are divided between putting heads in sand & complete anger. I’ve seen wars, drugs, Nixon, AIDS, Boeing shutting down in 70’s & destroying my family. There’s always something. There are no "good old days". We just need to keep progressing & keep working to be HUMAN. To care about each other & our Earth. Man is the most destructive force on our planet.

[@the22ndday]

@@mtaylor7307 "Boomers" get such a bad rap. I'm considered a boomer. I am embarrassed that my generation, the generation of love and peace. I have always been baffled that our generation has taken so long to legalize marijuana. I don't know what went wrong but please believe me when I say there are a lot of us just as outraged and saddened to see the way our world has changed. Please know that not all boomers are complicit with this evil and ignorance that we are having to deal with now. It's another label that doesn't always fit us all.

[@marywinter2185]

Amen! I too am a Boomer and proud of my thoughts and my belief that we need to be more immersed in our country and try to bring al that is Boomer into our political world. If we keep one party in office we are doomed. If our country falls, sorry I'm out of here.

[@malenachipps]

As a parent of a lesbian child, I want to thank Chasten for writing this book. To this day, my republican christian family does not believe me when I tell them she was "born that way" and there is nothing wrong with her. I will be voting blue for the first time in my life. I even changed my identification to "independent" because the GOP is toxic now. My daughter is amazing and it's obscene how judgemental these "christians" are.

[@marylhere]

Ever heard Brandi Carlyle’s story of her evangelical upbringing…and how she was humiliated the day she was to be baptized. Oh they let her believe all the way to the alter….and rejected her. Her and her wife’s daughter’s name is Evangeline. Mothers Day is next week…I listen to her ode to mothers every year. Finest mom song ever.

[@lindawoodmiller69]

I also was raised christian and left the church when they attacked vulnerable people, different religions, and different cultures. I've been free of all that for over ten years...yay me 😅

[@kimweaver1252]

I am grateful to my parents for not indoctrinating me with nonsense.... not that it would have worked. My wife is 71 and she still has some deep-seated fears as a residue of her parents' preachings.

[@petes9524]

Christ called them hypocrites, liars and goats...

[@lf3541]

There is no hate like Christian hate.

[@johnsheehan9318]

There is absolutely NO ONE on the MAGA right that could actually have this conversation!

[@vaughndolland]

Agree no way on God's green earth they will

[@marybrown7203]

Maga doesn't converse on any topic. They yell hateful rhetoric based on alternative facts.

[@bonniemiller4041]

Amen!

[@sheenaghgillen4707]

Truth.

[@froglady7491]

No MAGA person could admit to being LGBTQ+ without losing their MAGA card

[@Ddrhl]

In 2001, when my son told me he felt he was bisexual, my heart broke. Not because of the news. Because the world is such a sh!t place for anyone whose difference can be seen. Here it is, 2023, and things have only gotten worse. I'm glad our family is strong, close and loving and has been able to withstand all the noise.

[@Peter_S_]

Have things only gotten worse? I think it's awesome we can have an interview with the husband of an openly gay senior Executive Branch official and Colorado has the first openly gay Governor in America. Homosexuality was illegal in England and Wales until 1967, illegal in Scotland until 1980, and illegal in Isle of Man until 2011. I see progress and things getting better but we do have a huge way to go still.

[@jodysheridan604]

I understand, when my daughter came out, at 14, I sobbed. Not because of her coming out, I already knew, but because I would not be able to protect her from the world she would face. She just turned 35 and I'm still a momma bear. 🌈

[@luceret]

When my daughter came out, I did a happy dance, because I am less afraid of homophobia than I am of toxic masculinity. The things my daughter tells me about the boys her age *scare* me.

[@lisarodriguez6966]

Similar with my 15 year old daughter. It's simply a part of who they are, not all of what they are.

[@TiredofStupid]

​@Lucy Be careful. My gay sister was in two abusive relationships, I was kind of shocked but more disappointed that a woman would abuse another.

[@ladywholovescake8905]

I love listening to Pete and chasten Buttigieg speak. They are both such gentle spirits with a very intelligent way of looking at things. I hope to see somebody like Pete Buttigieg become president someday.

[@guydw1251]

And also strong spirits, who withstand the venom directed against them, continue to demonstrate their values, call out hypocrisy, and never resort to inflammatory statements.

[@xpsxps1339]

Pete would be a WONDERFUL PRESIDENT! And Chasten would make an amazing first lady😄! Both are highly intelligent and incredibly calm - which counts in these tumultuous times. They both have a sense of humor (a sign of intelligence, among other things), and both are very confident, which makes them resilient. Overall, they are one of the most evenly matched couples on the current American political scene.

[@lesliegoodman-malamuth9796]

@@xpsxps1339It would be wonderful to see the Buttigieg family in the White House.

[@xpsxps1339]

@@lesliegoodman-malamuth9796 I think so too! I hope 2028 is waiting for Pete. He would be at a super optimal age for the job; his kids would already be in first-grade school, and I hope the overall political situation would favor him (especially from the demographic viewpoint). He is a textbook example of a presidential candidate who, IMHO, has it all. And I trust him to choose a great vice for himself/country too. Moreover, even Fox like him (sort of, lol), so, he has a good prospect even among some Republican voters, I guess.

[@s-c..]

@@xpsxps1339 Would love to see Pete with AOL as VP. Both sharp, quick, composed & compassionate.

[@SSJ2Phenom]

Chasten and his husband are so well spoken and articulate. They're incredible. If Pete runs again, I wouldn't mind having the first gay POTUS and the 'FIRST' First Gentleman be the husband of that gay POTUS.

[@danni1993]

I love Pete Buttigieg, he would make a great POTUS. 🥰

[@goodbher9244]

Pete's way too right wing for me, but he'd be better than Biden, though he's still a very conservative politician that wouldn't make any drastic changes that the country desperately needs.

[@user-Tn2Dn]

I would be THRILLED to have them in the White House!!!!

[@RadagastBrown420]

If only he wasn't a disgusting bigot and a hypocrite.

[@vaughndolland]

Me too I second that motion have no prob with it and they would do a much better job 10 times better than the Republicans im sure without a doubt 💙💙👍

[@suzigrekin8849]

I sincerely enjoyed meeting Pete, we are lucky in America to have spokespeople like these two parents

[@vaughndolland]

I agrée

[@UnopinionatedBystander2393]

Not political, but Pete gives the best hugs. Just sayin'. lol. Never met Chasten. That has to change next time Pete runs. Because he will run again (Please 🥺) I did meet Chasten's parents in SC. They're kind, funny, warm people!

[@lesliegoodman-malamuth9796]

@@UnopinionatedBystander2393 So glad to hear ALL of that! It’s also wonderful that Chasten and his parents have mended fences (he lived out of his car awhile when younger), and that the twins have grandparents.

[@suzigrekin8849]

I find that are necessary to share with the world that might not need to know that

[@mtaylor7307]

MTG is divorced by her own definition she is NOT a "real" parent.

[@laurieclarkston8695]

Their children are over 18 years old.

[@mtaylor7307]

​@@laurieclarkston8695 MTG in her firey discriminatory speech did not make exceptions for ages. She spouted, NOT a parent IF.

[@mandywalkden-brown7250]

Pretty sure she’s not a real human either ...

[@xpsxps1339]

She wasn't a "real" parent (what does it actually stand for?) even when she was married! Imagine how the word "divorced" can change her behavior...? She had to be the same miserable quality "mother" before she divorced; she wasn't different just because she had written on some paper she was married... She still was/is the same = poor qualities human. Sigh...

[@Atom63-f3y]

@@laurieclarkston8695Which just makes her a hypocrite now🙄

[@lisaratley4858]

More class in Chasten’s little finger than Tucky could ever imagine!

[@Hockeyfam13]

I can see What Pete sees in his Spouse; Chasten has a very Good 👍 head on his shoulders:)

[@jenniferjaynes9733]

I absolutely love Pete and Chasten Buttigieg and look forward to the day when they are the "first couple".

[@TheGodpharma]

What a really nice guy. Intelligent, thoughtful and articulate. Quite a contrast to the Greene’s of this world.

[@jenpink4298]

❤

[@travisgrant5608]

marjorie TOLIET green! Utter FILTH!

[@rwags6848]

100%

[@jannanijland5336]

We should try to show compassion to people who act like MTG. If not, those people will harden their position and become more antagonistic.

[@TheGodpharma]

@@jannanijland5336 MTG doesn’t know the meaning of the word. She deserves nothing more than utter contempt.

[@davidanderson4091]

This young man is a class act. This is a lesson in how to respond to hateful remarks from the vile right-wing.

[@barrydunn682]

I'd rather respond by voting them out of office.

[@consueloancona6501]

I'm a very big supporter of the Buttigieg family. I'm so proud of Pete and his confidence to be who he is, just him a family man and public servant.

[@stormwatcher59]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@somebodysomething3451]

And he served this country..

[@lawrenceiverson1924]

Explain to me WHY NOT ??? Dimwit !!!!

[@Leonaza7]

It must be tough to be Greene and wake up every day so angry and ignorant, and as a physical "adult" ... it's her choice to remain that way.

[@laurieclarkston8695]

It is scary knowing that she is not working to be better. I almost think that her party wants her to act like this in order to distract. At some point she will go too far and then they will gag her. I just hope it is not the collapse of our economy and not raising the debt ceiling that does it.

[@mtaylor7307]

GOP Georgia Gov Kemp gerrymandered hard to get a Trumpist District 14 and changed the law so a non resident could run. That's how MTG got District 14. MTG has not sponsored or co-sponsored one single piece of legislation for her District her entire time in office.

[@mtaylor7307]

MTG's GA District 14 relies on Georgia's two workhorse Senators Warnock (Black) and Ossoff (Jewish) for their legislative needs as MTG is too busy speaking at a Proud Boys Rally, supporting Oath Keepers and J6, and fighting against Jewish Space Lasers to bother with legislation. MTG was elected according to GA District 14, For Entertainment Purposes Only.

[@Gg-yb5en]

Say "what?" She kookoo. That's name calling and considered a lack of breeding, 21st century, seems to be okay

[@liberatedwoman]

I’d be willing to bet that MTG is XXY sex chromosome. 😏😒🫣🤭🫢

[@TVC15ohoh]

Speaking of being selfish, as much as I empathize with Chasten and totally get his desire to escape Washington so he and Pete can just devote themselves to family, right now, I cannot think of a better person than Pete Buttigieg as our president, and Chasten would make an fantastic First Husband. Both of them are smart, compassionate, articulate, SOLID people of good character and intent. I felt strongly back in 2004, when I saw him deliver the keynote speech at the Democratic Party Convention, that Obama HAD to become our president. I feel the same way about Pete. He HAS to become our president. Both Obama and Buttigieg are extraordinary people in the best ways possible.

[@sheilaboston7051]

As a non-American, Pete was my pick for president in 2020 and was so excited when he won in Iowa and came a close second in New Hampshire. It's said that he could never win the black vote - I hope all people see Pete for who he _actually_ is and not what they _think_ he is because of one little three-letter word.

[@sheelfjohnson]

I had the exact same feelings about Obama and Buttigieg. They are both so good at speaking for us. And I would love a military veteran presidential candidate.

[@susangolden7383]

I absolutely agree 100%! Since I first heard of Pete, I have pushed for him to to become President. There is not a single attribute of either Pete or Chasten that I don't see as a plus as a First Family and President. I am disappointed that he will most likely not run in 24 if V.P. Harris runs. As much as I would like to see a female president, I desperately believe that there is no one in this country who could match the abilities and personal attributes of Pete with Chasten behind him!!!

[@TVC15ohoh]

@@susangolden7383 Right. My only concern, really, is the reality that though there's a great deal less homophobia and a great more acceptance of LGBTQ+ people in this country, there is a goodly chunk of people who are homophobic. Having said that, a lot of people told me that Obama was unlikely to win because of his race, but I didn't think that back in the 2006 - 2008 period because he was just so on the money as far as his ideas and vision was concerned, and he was highly articulate, not to mention charismatic and funny. And at the time, I'd lived in L.A. pretty much my entire life and didn't think prejudice was what it once was. But once Obama was elected and the racists came out of the woodwork, I realized just how much prejudice and bigotry there still was, and how naïve I was to have thought otherwise. And ever since Trump began running in 2014, the rise of hatred towards anyone who isn't white, male and Christian has further blossomed. Race and antisemitism-based mass shootings have risen dramatically, women's healthcare choices have been reversed or at least significantly curtailed, and the LGBTQ+ community is under siege, particularly the trans community. On top of that, African-Americans have traditionally been less accepting of gay people, et al, and they represent a sizeable and crucial block of Democratic voters. If they're not so hot on having Pete be president because of his sexual orientation and aren't motivated to go out and vote, that's going to be a HUGE problem. So TBCH, I am a little unnerved by all that. That said, the majority of people in this country DON'T have issues with matters gay, and Pete is a truly outstanding person of exceptional character, so it's not like I have no hope. I do. It's just a bit more weary and tempered than it was when Obama first ran.

[@Mrs.TJTaylor]

Ditto. Maybe the knot would leave my stomach. I’m an old lady and I’m distraught that I will die in a very different country than I was born into. Pete Buttigieg as president would restore my hope.

[@disequalone]

Chasten is awesome

[@vaughndolland]

I agree 💯

[@doneestoner9945]

Love him !

[@suezbell1]

There is no" individual liberty" if the government can dictate the most personal and consequential decisions people need to make.

[@towmlvb3423]

What "decision"? Nobody decides the colour of their skin, their gender, their sexuality, nor any of the other identifying factors that get bigots so incensed. That is why discrimination is so despicable. I am: White, unlike most of my family Male, unlike most of my family Old, unlike most of my family In love with my family, like all of my family.

[@ssjenforcer191191191]

Just imagine that the way Brian introduced his guest would literally be illegal if he said it in a Florida classroom. Just realize that for a moment.

[@donnakubiski5572]

Scary, isn't it?

[@macdieter23558]

@@donnakubiski5572 Nazi scary! Russia scary! North Korea scary!

[@GaryAppledale]

Gotta say I think the right is heading into meltdown. They are so damn scared

[@TheUluxian]

I'm guessing DeSantis has probably banned Chasten's book in Florida...

[@mytwocents848]

No doubt!☹☹

[@xpsxps1339]

DeSatan would ban even his very own (DeSantis's) book if it got him to the WH🤣!

[@barbaraaguttman8854]

DeSantis just announced that persons of Color and LGBTQIA should never step foot in Florida because they have never ever contributed and cultural significance or any intelligence to the State of Florida! Despicable, inhumane being. All they show is hate, division, discrimination, segregation and disinformation with distraction for their special interests = money & power. Fascists! Vote Blue💙

[@brucebennett5338]

Chasten, what a fine fellow. Respect.

[@jenpink4298]

💯

[@lauraradigan4114]

It is so refreshing to listen to a calm, articulate gentleman give a fact based interview. No screaming, no hurled insults, no lies.

[@raymondkymsuttle]

And no hyena laugh either!

[@pitrin1915]

😂t

[@SS-qx7nh]

Chasten and Pete have a beautiful family and are relationship goals. ❤️

[@vaughndolland]

Agree nice decent caring kind loving couple and people they are God bless and protect them and their family always 🙏🙏👍

[@sharonmontag2389]

With parents like Pete and Chase, I think we can all agree that their children will grow up the polar opposite of any hatred spewing Repugs

[@jenpink4298]

❤

[@bjdefilippo447]

Clearly one of the best choices Mayor Pete ever made was proposing to this wonderful, intelligent, wise, articulate, empathic man. I only wish more kids in this country had the benefit of parents like them.

[@4WheelerinMiami]

Chasten and his spouse possess exceptional articulation and eloquence. They are truly remarkable. Should Pete decide to pursue another presidential campaign, I would welcome the chance of having the first openly gay President of the United States, with his husband serving as the First Gentleman.

[@peterpain6625]

Probably won't happen but it would be great for the us and the rest of the world that still takes the usa as a role model.

[@jthomasmack]

@@peterpain6625don't say "probably won't" Manifest positive and effective of change!

[@helenswan705]

me too but 'decent person' should be the headline. Not 'gay'.

[@xpsxps1339]

Well, I think, Joe Biden sees him in this way as his successor. Kamala would be a fantastic attorney general instead of Merrick Garland who indeed would be a great boss of SCOTUS.

[@shellymartin3756]

It's great to hear Chasten's views on things. He seems like a very nice and loving man. ♥

[@sybilannwilliams1205]

Chasten Buttigieg gave an awesome interview and articulated very well the radical voices of the GOP and their response in handling such vile attacks against the Buttigieg family Also BTC, please keep calling it out and exposing their lies, hypocrisy, and bigotry. We often think that our voices about the information disseminated by these extreme MAGA are not being heard but they are! Great Interview!!!!

[@gertp11]

I love the strength Chasten and his husband have for themselves and sharing their strength with others. 💕🤗

[@karrie7102]

Can I just say what a phenomenal first gentleman Chasten would be!

[@peterbovold2571]

No shortage of right wing wrong.

[@blindkimberly1360]

Say that three times fast! Not cuz it’s hard. Just cuz it’s perfect!

[@autumnleaves8553]

Another super articulate guest. He and Pete compliment each other. What a lovely aura he has. Calm clear concise. Please have him back on again BTC. Good job!

[@monetprotege]

I’m so impressed with Chasten, and that Pete has such an amazing spouse. They are both such thoughtful, insightful, empathetic and articulate human beings.

[@powerWithinUs4055]

Great interview, my first time hearing Chasten. Nice to hear a man so richly expressing love for his family.

[@tracycooper1804]

What a decent, intelligent, awesome parents Chasten and Peter are!!!

[@free7062]

Chasten is a extremely interesting and kind man who is clearly committed to his family

[@vaughndolland]

Agree he seems to be an incredibly inrelligent well spoken young man I mean he is an author of a book 👍🙏

[@doviebruder1285]

Love your show Brian and your Guest Chasten...we should all aspire to be true to self and to be the best and kindest person that we can be..just like Pete and Chasten!! I am so proud of them to speak out about issues of today like they do...kudos!!!

[@sharonneal8643]

Great interview Brian. Chasten and Pete seem to be great loving parents. Koodos to those who adapt kids and give them a good life and home no matter what. He is right, the Republicans are missing their mark on the comments they make and are losing votes!!!!

[@punkymunkin]

Very impressive. 'what an articulate young man. I hope the best for both of them. Pete is so well spoken in defense of basic human rights and the safety of our country it would be great to see him in the white house.

[@gailwood2734]

Chasten and Pete are both so well spoken and share such tolerance and kindness 👏❤️🇺🇸

[@tomhammer1784]

That’s because they are both intelligent people. That is ammunition that Marjorie Taylor Greene, Lorain Boebert, and Jim Jordan do not have loaded in their personality’s magazine.

[@johniii8147]

It's obvious why they are such a good match as a couple

[@victoriapetty-nawrath5288]

Really enjoyed this interview, it is nice to see Brian smile and tell stories about himself. I also have great admiration for Chasten for a win win interview.

[@Amulchan]

I, for one, am tremendously grateful to ALL couples who adopt children, so that they can give them a loving and supportive home and environment.❤

[@kurushii1137]

Pete and his partner's activity is none of my business. Buttigieg appears happy, well-adjusted, bright and competent. If that's what being 'gay' does for a person, then I'm for it.

[@xpsxps1339]

Me too🙂!

[@itsknotmagic]

Imagine those children when they grow up...having these two as parents....they will rule the world if they want

[@helenswan705]

but they might have the sense not to want to do that.

[@georgiafain3747]

Yet when they go to school there won’t be any books that reflect their family available

[@johnsheehan9318]

Chasten was so engaged with me a few years back! Come on - a couple of great guys! Get with it people!

[@johnsheehan9318]

Whenever I sent a contribution, Chasten ALWAYS thanked me - with a real email

[@happybergner9832]

I love Pete Buttigieg and Chastin🎉

[@loriw2661]

“Those people don’t have to be at our dinner table.” I love that!

[@lucyjackson9408]

Love their mutual/ self respect and how even minded they remain even in the eye of the storm!

[@melodiewhite7230]

I'm from Utah. I welcome Chasten to Utah. Looking forward to seeing him.

[@Alexander-uk4fw]

I love Chastin's interviews. It makes me feel so much better about the 🌎 to see he and Mayor Pete living not only their truth, but emotionally healthy lives. Many blessings 🙌

[@Hope4U61]

I so enjoyed this interview, everything said was where my ❤ is. Please know as a older woman I support love in all forms. Thx for a great show.

[@mytwocents848]

I whole heartedly agree!!

[@SometimesMysterious]

He is such a well-spoken, intelligent man. He also seems to have loads of compassion and empathy with a real dose of reality to balance it out. He and his husband seem well suited for one another.

[@GetAThrill]

What a good man !

[@dragonmummy1]

I sit in the UK watching with trepidation what the US is becoming . Not an enemy, half my family is American, but afraid for the future. I’m very reassured by the comments here, the support for Pete and Chasten. It reminds me that there are still so many sensible, intelligent Americans and gives me hope.

[@chezmoi42]

Oh, gosh, I sit in France watching both countries with horror - and the US is my country. It's so sad to see the UK picking up so many of the worst traits of the US: Sunak's richer and meaner than the king, Braverman is flailing to outdo American xenophobes after pulling the ladder up behind herself, while the Tories defund the NHS, allow corporations to hoover up the windfall profits, and natter on about 'wokeism' as if they were in Florida. Stay strong, and demand more of Labo(u)r. ❤

[@cc1k435]

I hope to see this man's family in the White House one day, but in order for that to happen, the rest of us need to not tolerate bigotry whenever we see it.

[@michelleusa384]

Fantastic interview and conversation. Chasten and Pete are so thoughtful in how they speak and non toxic in how they approach problems. If all our politicians modeled their behavior and communication style looking at the complexities of issues to come up with real solutions, then our country wouldn’t be so angry and exhausted!

[@distresseddamsel77]

For a moment I thought that was Jared, of Subway fame/shame!! Seriously though, it's nice to know a little bit about Pete's other half. Every time I see him (Pete) win over a hostile audience or talk show host, I'm in awe. Imagine someone who could do that for the entire nation....

[@pdxpete48]

Their kids have the best parents ever, so together and smart I hope Chasten and Pete lean toward the Presidency run, they have a great chance. Crush the cult.

[@tracyhaverstick5672]

Stay strong and vote Blue! 🗳

[@CM-vl4wi]

I love these two as a couple 💙 absolutely amazing men!!

[@wolfdreams2000]

They're both super awesome 💜

[@anna-mariepellett4362]

🦋What A genuine person. Much love and many blessings be upon him and his family.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@judewheeler5368]

Great interview 🏳️‍🌈❤️✌️ Lmao... Brian, funny stories! And, Chasten...kudos for wanting to spend more time with your children and family! Your values shine through. Have a great book tour. I'm looking forward to reading it...

[@TheJMPD]

I just wanted to say that hearing Chasten casually say "my husband", is very uplifting and positive to me. 💓

[@pdoylemi]

"Everyone in the USA is free... to live the way we say they should!" - GOP

[@travisgrant5608]

True! 👍

[@rwags6848]

Seems to be their mantra. A view from afar

[@banadidi]

That's their definition of freedom, for sure

[@kathleenphillips7145]

Yep, GOP hypocrisy. Love this guy. He’s very articulate and seems like a great guy.

[@pdoylemi]

@@kathleenphillips7145 Hypocrisy is all they have... other than ignorance. I have some far right "friends" - they don't understand how making laws forcing people to live by their rules is not freedom.

[@brendamcdonall5798]

Carlson and the other Fox hosts are in no way " journalists", so why would anyone expect them to observe traditional journalists standards and ethics?

[@travisgrant5608]

Fox fascist propaganda hateful right-wing-nut hypocritical lying network.

[@50shefli]

Saying about his Mom, that's how I feel about my son. He has said that he was fortunate that I always accepted and loved him, so many lgbtq people don't have that with their families 😢

[@GoGreen1977]

Are there any moderates left in the GOP? If there are, they don't say or do much to prove that.

[@travisgrant5608]

We MUST VOTE ALL republicans OUT OF OFFICE from dog catcher on up!!!!!!!

[@String.]

Sexual orientation is not my business.

[@mtaylor7307]

It's amazing Matt Gaetz voted against sex trafficking legislation to help defeat protections for minors while he was being investigation for the sex trafficking of a minor. Gaetz had already asked Trump for a blanket federal pardon. THAT type of GOP sexual orientation is everybody's business.

[@robinbeers6689]

Exactly. It's not the government's business either.

[@theresam6170]

Such a well-grounded, articulate, calming kind a guy. Him and Pete are a great pair.

[@SilverSeaOT7]

Such a delight getting too know Chasten. I look forward to reading his book.

[@gopyai3486]

What a refreshing change !!!! a balanced, focused individual who just speaks in a laid back normal way. Man..wht a refreshing change.

[@catherinesd616]

My son is gay... so is mine and I love him and his boyfriend. It was fun hearing your story about your micommunications in French I am French, also speak German,, Spanish and Hebrew and experienced the same kind of cute misunderstandings when I arrived in the US! Continue the good work.

[@robertmarion6454]

Chasten and Pete always field the most negative, warped, bigoted anti LGBTQ questions from “Media” and answer them in a framework of class and dignity in a manner to shame to moronic people who posed the question😳👍🏻 Totally have my respects.

[@robinbeers6689]

I loved it when Pete told Pence to "take it up with my creator" if he didn't like Pete being gay.

[@robertmarion6454]

@@robinbeers6689 I never knew he said that…. Yep a Class Act every time.

[@monetprotege]

In response to MTG’s comment about stepmoms not being “real moms”, I have a theory. I think Marge is feeling very insecure about the possibility that her ex might actually find a partner that is not batshit crazy, and will actually become a great parent to her children. The same applies to her comments about the country needing a divorce. Seems like everyone for her lately is projection of all her own personal drama.

[@chezmoi42]

Yes, odd how she is now so loudly going after Pornhub, when her marriage broke up because of her affair with a tantric sex guru (among others). Fortunately, her husband has custody of their children.

[@peterpain6625]

Glad her ex discarded that vile stain on the gene pool. Hope he finds someone.

[@xzonia1]

So wonderful to hear two intelligent people talking calmly and thoughtfully about politics today. How I wish all news outlets would do away with the drama nonsense and get back to basic, honest reporting of the news with real discussions!

[@ZACATCS]

As a straight male, I agree with Chasten's question: "What is a family?" This is similar to what the Right asks: "What is a woman?" Perhaps the Right should ask the "family" of God!

[@curiousnerdkitteh]

The right doesn't know what a woman is, which isn't tangential to the problem.

[@eringo-bragh4243]

There is no conservative I know that can address gender fluidity nor it seems 'woke' As a McCain Republican, john must be spinning in his grave.

[@TheJMPD]

The "family of god"? And which god are we talking about?

[@TheJMPD]

@Vangelina Barrow How many times does the bible mention homosexuality? How many verses discuss the proper way to keep slaves? True or False: the bible condones abortion. True or False: Jesus was a Christian

[@steppenwolf3252]

What a great question, brother Chocolate! Right on, bud.

[@emilyhollis4231]

I FEEL the need for Chasten to have family time with Pete. I hope he's able to get that and Pete can continue being there for those who need him in Washington too. ❤️❤️❤️

[@rjcarter2904]

What an awesome man. He would be an amazing First Gentleman.

[@kimalexander5947]

Chasten,well spoken 💯

[@lorihayes1419]

It seems like Chasten is a smart, kind, optimistic man who is comfortable in his own skin. I really hope all of these horrible attacks never extinguish the positive outlook he has on the life and society. I hope he continues to speak to young people because what he is doing will really help them & help society as a whole. Young people will be the path to a better future for all of us. ♥️

[@Anya54321]

Very well spoken, a good interview and I think he is a wonderful person.

[@BillBadMule123]

I Would Vote for Pete Buttigieg for President 💯💢❤

[@janmartenlocher]

I don't know why I want to hug Brian after this interview..😂❤ Greatly done ✅

[@lisastone8423]

What a brilliant interview!! And what a beautiful family!! This was one of my favorites so far! 💜💜💜

[@johnsheehan9318]

Pete and Chasten 2024

[@vaughndolland]

Im all for it Pete would make a great POTUS vote blue blue tsunami 24 💙💙💙🕺

[@fkknight1]

One of many young and gifted people to be raised up to lead us in the future.

[@xzonia1]

I think 2028 would be better. Their twins would be older, and that would make it easier on both of them to be in the White House. Would love for Pete to run again, though! 💙

[@MrRickPanick]

If only most conversations in the world could be like this

[@juniorcampbell2980]

On the adoption question, the family values party, said nothing when MTG made the comments. Let’s take that adoption question and overlay the abortion discussion, one one would assume they would want the children to be adopted if the mother was a minor who got pregnant a as a result of rape and was not able to raise that child. How does MTG and republicans think that works if adoptive parents are not real parents. Not so much for family values after all.

[@donnakubiski5572]

That's because they make no sense. I was adopted and no one better ever tell me that they weren't my real parents.

[@sheilaboston7051]

@@donnakubiski5572 Too true. Any woman can give birth - being a mother and father requires something different altogether, and for a lot longer.

[@kimbaldunsmore4633]

If Buttigieg could get up as as a pres candidate or even president, we in the rest of the world would sigh a sigh relief that would be heard from space.

[@mcdade7489]

I agree. Planet Earth would breathe a sigh of relief.

[@therealjetlag]

That’s the thing: most of the rest of the world is ready for a gay POTUS, especially one as brilliant as Buttigieg. Most of the US probably isn’t.

[@lf3541]

Chasten is SUCH a good guy. Hang in there, buddy. It is SO difficult being the stay-at-home parent, but the effort is 100% worth it.

[@verucasalt2391]

I could listen to Chasten all day. I have always really liked Pete, now, having seen his husband, I’m so impressed with this couple. They must be amazing parents and are giving their children a wonderful childhood. ❤

[@simonpaine2347]

FOX Fear Or Xenophobia

[@jeffreyenglish1815]

Face of Xenophobia

[@RozzieBass]

Fear Others, Xenophobia

[@garywait3231]

Great interview !! Can't wait to read the book !!! in fact, just ordered it.

[@cherifernandez3667]

I just love the real authenticity of both Pete and Chasten. Nothing but love for them 💞

[@leilanisimmons6991]

Great show. I really like Pete and it was nice to get to know Chasten a bit better. They seem like a great couple!

[@Dexy83]

I've already listened to this excellent episode, but seeing the interview with one of my favorite authors and humans, is an added bonus! ❤

[@vegaslady2023]

Great interview!!

[@tonystirk7792]

What a great interview! Certainly worth listening to! Love is the antidote to hate.

[@Fire-Queen]

It will be good to see Buttigeg run for office in 2028. This gentleman will make a great first husband! FHOTUS?

[@Fire-Queen]

Which one seems more likely to come first as POTUS? A gay man and his husband, or a Woman, and her husband?