JUST IN: John Kennedy Issues Epic Warning On Senate Floor

Sen. John Kennedy (R-LA) urges the city of New Orleans to try stop and frisk to curb crime.
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[@N.C.SSN-777]

Classic Mr. Kennedy..... ... hats off to ya !

[@stingercub]

There is another option, QUIT LETTING THE CRIMINALS OUT OF JAIL!

[@richardcoram1562]

The leaders of our country are supposed to be setting examples . They are failing in every conceivable way possible.

[@peggyrahe9592]

Dementia-joe is not leading anything

[@patriciageorge2916]

It's happening all over America. Nothing will change until the guilty of crimes is actually punished. A slap on the wrist just doesn't cut it. There has been way to much leniency for way to long.

[@l.a.mottern3106]

Crappy DA's being installed doesn't help a bit.

[@ghazman6141]

I say that anyone convicted of three separate felonies should face the death penalty. It's time we stop coddling the criminal.

[@thomaswhiddon7638]

@@ghazman6141 I would agree if so many trivial offenses weren't called felonies and the courts were not so corrupt. You probably commit a felony you know nothing about every day.

[@ghazman6141]

@@thomaswhiddon7638 Yes, and you have states like Florida and Texas that frame people, too. This is why I say three separate convictions. Maybe four would be better number?

[@ruthegan8524]

Yes, we need laws enforced equally, regardless of color of skin.

[@pennyfry8291]

In 1998 I walked down Burbon street at 10 PM alone. I never felt scare or in danger Now I wouldn't make that walk in daylight by myself!!!!!! Too dangerous!

[@jakurdadov6375]

First, It's spelled Bourbon, like the whiskey and like the royal family of France. Next, whether at 10 pm or 10 am, you would likely be surrounded by people on Bourbon Street, now or 1998.

[@bamboo9040]

What you need is father's in the house. You can try everything you want, unless you strengthen the family nothing you do will matter.

[@davidjohn438]

GOD BLESS JOHN KENNEDY OF LOUISIANA.GOD BLESS YOU SIR!!!

[@hunnybunnysheavymetalmusic6542]

"If violent crime is to be curbed, it is only the intended victim who can do it. The felon does not fear the police, and he fears neither judge nor jury. Therefore what he must be taught to fear is his victim." - Jeff Cooper

[@benjischwyn1182]

⅞8

[@anthonyrader3466]

I suppose if everyone walked down the street armed with an AK47 that would be the solution then. How else would a 71 year old grandmother be safe from teenage criminals under your reasoning? Of course, if they had AK47s too...

[@wheel-man5319]

​@@anthonyrader3466 the better reasoning would be that everyone be armed with a 9mm pistol. Or something smaller caliber but still a pistol. Why? Because everyone can carry one with very little difficulty.

[@independentcasting1]

No truer statement ever told.

[@Engineer1897]

@@anthonyrader3466 Don't be a drama queen. You know what he or she meant -Hunny Bunny is correct.

[@myrnakenealy7324]

WE LOVE YOUR SPEECHS AND YOU SEN. JOHN KENNEDY

[@shellysmith1037]

Yeah, but they are just speeches. Talk is cheap

[@myrnakenealy7324]

@Shelly Smith YES I agree TALK and no action

[@4lizlemon]

Senator Kennedy is a national treasure 🇺🇸❤️

[@urekdumone2]

no hes a she

[@travelingalong2]

Thank you, Mr. Kennedy

[@blahdedah1334]

One of the best parts about *not being* a criminal, is that I don't care if the cops stop & search me. It gives me a chance to thank them for their service before we each go separate ways and continue on with our day.

[@patriciageorge2916]

That's right, nothing to worry about if you're doing nothing wrong.

[@Dragonking1984]

@@patriciageorge2916 In this country it's innocent until PROVEN guilty not guilty until proven innocent. You got nothing to hide? What happens when the cop searching you suddenly "finds" drugs in your possession? That has happened to countless people who have had incriminating evidence planted by corrupt cops & had to spend decades in prison until the truth was later discovered.

[@gincann7649]

I love & respect Senator John Kennedy...God bless & protect him & his loved ones.

[@luluwinke6581]

same here/pretty certain he knows how I think of his "guardianship"

[@patches6309]

Amen to that!💗

[@kimberlysabot2751]

It is happening in the US in every state it's so unreal I cannot believe I am living in this world

[@independentcasting1]

Our fore fathers would turn over in their graves. God bless you John.

[@kennethjohnstone2842]

Mr. Kennedy is so spot on when he speaks.

[@mildredsegarra5136]

Senator Kennedy is awesome, calls it the way it is.

[@musiceditfor]

You fire all people like him from capitol and the country is gone in a week.

[@skippdavison3888]

Awesome bag of hit air.

[@skippdavison3888]

Boring

[@deni_88]

Sen. John Kennedy is a complete Legend! God bless you sir.

[@seekingalpha9818]

Kennedy always holds my attention. Sounds like he has a very good legal mind.

[@mikecason5898]

And wise too!

[@1943Grandpa]

Make a great Attorney General.

[@mikeholt3545]

Not really he's keeps missing the whole "articulable" part of what is required to commit this constitutional violation so no not a great legal mind but I usually love kennedy

[@donhansen1175]

This is one hell of an articulate man.

[@whyis45stillalive]

He's articulate, but he's a terrible politician. Strike that. He's a great politician. He's not acting, in our better interests.

[@kennethjames4724]

@@whyis45stillalive He's not acting YOUR best interest, which is probably degradation. He is talking about reducing crime in New Orleans. If that is not in our best interest you have a serious, serious problem.

[@whyis45stillalive]

@@kennethjames4724 Talking about reducing crime... By taking away your rights. That's not a solution, that's future litigation.

[@kennethjames4724]

@@whyis45stillalive It worked in New York for years and passed every legal test that confronted it. Crime decreased. Once it was removed crime increased. Cause and effect.

[@whyis45stillalive]

@@kennethjames4724 I'm not saying it doesn't work. Cutting off the hands of a thief works too. That doesn't mean we should instate Sharia. Just because it gives a positive result, does not mean it's right. I remember all too well the days of NYC stop and frisk. We all know how corrupt the New Orleans police already are. I give it six months, and New Orleans will be broke, from litigation.

[@cakraft24]

Absolutely love this guy. He is so "regular guy" and very much one of us rather than a politician.

[@loris3595]

Most of this can be blamed on the media.

[@gr8isJesus]

how is that?

[@susieq1170]

Where did you come up with that?

[@wagner9050]

DemokRatz

[@valeriehines6037]

Media isn't helping, that's for sure, but they certainly aren't the biggest contributor to the problem.

[@taskcasburn6086]

@@gr8isJesus Stoking the problem all the time. That should be self evident by now.

[@noneyabeeswax3200]

Thank you Forbes for posting this content that the rest of the media completely ignores

[@elephantoflight3362]

What about this is possibly News worthy?

[@theunknownknowsBYvoivod]

​@@elephantoflight3362 ok predditor.

[@saffronskies333]

@@elephantoflight3362 BUT, I believe there is a reason for everything, and the reason for THIS, is for YOU to learn that, "newsworthy" is NOT a proper noun, and does not begin with capital letter, ALSO, it is ONE word, not two.

[@saffronskies333]

I second that

[@MrMagnaniman]

Yes, it's always good to know when your politicians are planning to violate the Bill of Rights. (And no, I don't particularly care that a bunch of clowns in black dresses said it isn't a violation. Those same clowns have upheld warrantless mass surveillance, civil asset forfeiture, Chevron deference, and all other manner of tyranny.)

[@fedupwitumboth]

This man is precious…we need more like him. Fearless, truthful and no nonsense.

[@brad5316]

My family just loves to hear his true factual comments that he makes about everyday life! Mr. Kennedy is a real truth finder, as well a a true Patriot! God Bless this man, He is a true National Treasure!! We are so lucky to have him!

[@rubycourey6370]

That's why I put him first to my listening list. Love to hear the truth for a change!

[@larryfranklin]

You seem more than a little confused on the issue of crime. Seven out of ten states with the highest per-capita rates of violent crime voted Republican in the 2020 election. In contrast, seven out of ten states with the lowest rates voted Democrat. Murder is much more prevalent in red states than blue states. In 2020, homicide rates were a stunning 40 percent higher in the 25 states that former President Donald Trump won compared to the 25 won by current President Joe Biden. Of the 10 states with the highest 2020 per capita murder rates in America, eight of them not only voted for Trump in 2016 and 2020, they voted Republican in every presidential election this century. For example, Mississippi and Louisianna topped the charts with murder rates twice that of Illinois, three times California, and four times New York. Why can't Kennedy simply admit the fact that the inbred, uneducated right are most prone to violent crime.

[@marieharris1230]

Realizing the DEPTH OF CORRUPTION in this government is heartbreaking to me. It’s so depressing.

[@kathyelliott6051]

It's joe bidens New America

[@tooterooterville]

@@kathyelliott6051 NOLa has always had a high degree of crime and political corruption long before and during my lifetime but yes, now they've taken it to a new level. The natural conclusion is that the current federal regime and its bureaucracy are significant contributors.

[@kathyelliott6051]

@@tooterooterville EXACTLY

[@romanschapter6559]

Prayer is necessary Ephesians 6:10-18 This war is a spiritual war. Put on the whole armour of God

[@colleencourtney4484]

The Promise Land is straight ahead. Strengthen your inner man. Trust God. Trust the plan We have the Victory

[@dorothylittle530]

Love listening to him talk. Tells it like it is !!

[@attitudedave1]

Absolutely! We need more representation like this!

[@schuy601]

Biden and the Democrats have made it clear we must defund the police we must take all the guns away the American people must die this is what the Democrats want

[@jamesblack4411]

Nah, he is saying in a nice way what it is but at least he is pointing it out

[@lindavroman5265]

This Truthful Facts and Report Breaks My Heart😢 💔

[@independentcasting1]

Go John. You the man.🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@MrKKUT1984]

I live across the lake from New Orleans and used to love going all the time but now I don't go unless I absolutely have to and I'm always armed to the teeth when I do. They will try and stop, or block you on the highway to carjack and kill you. Doesn't matter if it's day or night. What's gona end up happening is vigilante justice if they don't get this under control asap. And that has to start with getting rid of that pathetic excuse of a mayor they have. Latoya tha destroya

[@dixiedawgs8946]

I'm not far , I'm on the MS Gulf Coast, it's only about an hour and a half away, we use to always go down there, always had a great time, but one night, I was going back to the hotel, it was voodoo fest, some guy jumped out a window at me as I passed by so before I turned around, I grabbed my lil amercian arms from between the girls, when I saw him, he was dressed as jason with what looked to be a bloody knife, arms went up, he stuttered, he said just trying scare you, but that was after I pulled my little shorty too , so who knows what he was up to. I told him that wasn't very smart to jump out at somebody at 2 am that you don't know, they could shoot your pickle off. I think there was a little leakage in front of his costume.

[@joejones9520]

that is why they make sure to ruin the lives of all vigilantes; they want to make sure nothing interferes with their plan that is ultimately a plan to destroy the US.

[@Melody-285]

I’m from New Orleans - now living in Florida for quite some time - New Orleans lives in your heart & soul forever, but I would be afraid to even visit today - it’s just heartbreaking

[@franszymanek8695]

Melody, I live in PA and used to go to Philadelphia for culture and entertainment. Now it is a sanctuary city and too dangerous. No desire to risk my life to go there any more. Sad, isn't it, what has happened to great cities in this country? :(

[@Melody-285]

@@franszymanek8695 Yes, it’s very sad - tragic, really - same thing with my sister who lived in the Napa Valley for 5 years - she went back to see friends a few years ago and they told her they don’t go to San Francisco anymore because it is just too dangerous - really hard to wrap your brain around what is happening these days - what a shame what has happened to so many of our beautiful & iconic American cities - I’m very blessed to live in a smallish, mostly conservative, area in Central Florida - sure, here’s always some crime, but no one is hijacking our cars at the gas stations - but even so, my long time boyfriend (who sadly passed away in December) would always say to me every time I would leave the house “Be careful, baby - watch your back” - blessings to you & yours 🥰

[@sigridchavez2583]

Once there it is never forgotten. So beautiful!

[@TurboShred13]

Wow. We need more like this guy.

[@conniewilson]

This will take all citizens of our country speaking with one voice; we can do that in God we trust not the government that is in office now😢❤ we want our America back!

[@scottscott6794]

Senator Kennedy this country owes you a debt of gratitude for your commitment to helping the people this country.🇺🇸

[@Lemonarmpits]

He's calling to violate rights which we don't have much of and you're congratulating him you should be ashamed of yourself

[@mkaberli]

@@Lemonarmpits Which right is Senator Kennedy in favor of violating? Don[t citizens have the RIGHT to live their lives without the fear of being robbed, raped, mugged, car jacked, or shot? I'm not a person who wants to cede too much power to any type of government entity, but it is the obligation of a government to keep its citizens reasonably safe. If stop and frisk is the answer, and it's within the confines of the Constitution, then let it be done.

[@bekindtoanimals2189]

@@mkaberli I'm a Democrat (to an extent) and agree entirely with your reply. What law(s) are in question? Safety, education, and wage disparity will always have my vote. Please, let's not lean left or right. Thank you.

[@lilblackduc7312]

@@bekindtoanimals2189 I miss decades ago when people who confessed to be 'Democrats' were Americans like you and not Socialist/Marxists. Thank you.🇺🇸 😎👍☕

[@schuy601]

Biden and the Communists Democrats will crush and Destroy America for their globalist masters

[@liserancourt6557]

Mr Kennedy, Québec Canada loves you :)

[@dafrasier1]

French Catholics defeated by British, Church of England. some of the Losers ran away and hid in the Swamps of Louisiana. BAD french catholic losers help make New Orleans the cesspool that it is today. Corrupt Catholics, BAD in the Canada.

[@toddhamo4763]

Thank God for Senator John Kennedy. Thank God for John Neely Kennedy. He is a great inspiration to all of us.

[@billymusselwhite5256]

I love to hear Senator Kennedy speak because everything out of his mouth makes perfectly good sense!!

[@wagner9050]

Kin to Houston kick-ass plaintiff atty. Benton M. My "gramma's" atty.

[@TheDigitaldoug]

Intelligence tends to be a loadstone in favor of correct and diligent acts by the police.

[@shawnupchurch998]

Of course it does. Hes trying to dumb it down so people like you can understand. If you take the time to actually read the fourth amendment and the laws regarding detainment, you will see that he is purposely leaving parts out to bolster his position. He is manipulating you, the voter, into giving up more of your constitutional rights.

[@louthinator]

@@shawnupchurch998 As someone who's studied constitutional law... it's a bit more of a grey area because of the lack of a strict definition of probable cause and what is considered a reasonable search. Whenever a crime rate in an area gets above a certain level, and that crime happens to come from certain areas and.. dare I say it... certain groups of people... then if an officer runs into someone of those groups in those places, given the percentage of them commiting crimes, it becomes reasonable to assume that the person the officer comes accross is going to commit a crime.. You have to ask the question of how do you get this problem under control? One solution is making sure the populace is armed but what happens when a group of a fully armed populace resorts to turning those arms on eachother and innocent bystanders? I don't want to see the people's guns removed from them so you need another enforcing power to regulate these exchanges. If the criminal activity was self contained the problem would solve itself but there are innocents getting dragged in to the problem, so what's the solution?

[@ilamitchell7650]

And that word "sense" is missing in today's world!!!!

[@darlenecarter7859]

Love Kennedy, straight up Truth.

[@My2CentsYall]

THAT is a lie you love his HATE. The city like any other is DESIGNED to hold certain groups Back. the process of red lining. Black and brown and poor whites. These area are working as intended. Look at Katrina some of the homes 2023 their are still destroyed where are those home is RED LINED AREAS. Its a joke and this man knows it. He is here out his his racism.

[@charlsieknight9215]

Me Too!!! He's Awesome 💯

[@middleclassretiree]

Really what has he done about this hell hole, lowest in education lowest in wages highest in crime hmmmm

[@krmcc01]

John Kennedy is a national treasure

[@hbunny322]

Then go bury him deep in the ground.

[@richardmesser1091]

Ridiculous

[@lorachristmas8546]

He makes a lot of sense and quotes facts that are supporting what he says. I think any law abiding citizen agrees with him and supports our police force.

[@cakraft24]

Yes, he is! We could use a president as sharp as he is.

[@jamarjames9501]

​@@richardmesser1091 Show facts to your argument or was that your vocabulary peak for today?

[@susangardner8108]

Left the city years ago. Been living in rural area for 30 years now. Best decision I ever made.

[@jackmajor7865]

You also need the Prosecutors to prosecute. If Police catch the perpetrators and the Lawyers release them , what is the point. I feel sorry for those police Officers that are dilligentely doing their jobs and risking their lives only to find that it was a waste of time because no charges were upheld.

[@peggyrahe9592]

100%

[@Seerbreak]

I am a retired law enforcement chief executive of over 40,years experience, an attorney, and a constitutional law professor like Sen. Kennedy. What he articulates is the absolute truth and it is the ONLY way to reduce the violent crime in these cities. People had better pay attention

[@cliffieanderson5731]

Agree that it is needed. Also need a law minded mayor and and a DA that prosecutes and gets results.

[@curtisjohnson1568]

@@cliffieanderson5731 I believe that everywhere have its own unique circumstances that this policy may be effective, but in order for this to be effective you need to also have in place a mechanism that punishes the abuse or biased application of this policy unjustly to the maximum extent possible. When I put on a uniform in the military I understood the higher standard of accountability. If you want trust you have to get rid of the corruption everywhere and not where its convenient.

[@Engineer1897]

Kennedy is endorsing a repudiation of the 4th amendment by endorsing ' stop and frisk'. That is NOT a solution! How many of you lawyers and others who work in law are going to tolerate being stopped and frisked randomly without cause? I think you know the answer. You won't, and the cops will leave you alone too. It's not for you guys! It's not just for criminals, or suspected criminals either. It's for the ' great unwashed ', the common man who has no power or connections. We are tired of this! Both political parties are garbage. Kennedy often sounds like he is speaking good things. Let's not be fooled again by taking everything he says as absolute truth. He's being exposed here, like Sheriffs Judd in Florida and Arpaio in Arizona. It doesn't entirely surprise me that Republicans are disregarding the Bill of Rights. Look at the Republicans who endorsed red flag laws and voted for that ridiculous spending bill. Stop and frisk will not work in constitutional carry states, if a cop suspects someone is carrying concealed, if that's his only reason for stopping someone. Kennedy contradicted himself at least twice in this speech. He hasn't clarified anything, but has muddied our perception and what we do know to be true. This is outrageous. I can only hope Tucker Carlson brings this to the country's attention.

[@PalmSpringsDiva1]

also a priority is to hire and train many more police officers and get busy enforcing the law for the ones of us who want safety.

[@deuce8885]

@@curtisjohnson1568 Sadly, that will never happen.

[@digikeskus]

WOW, this whole story feels incredible for me who live in Helsinki, Finland. Here y can walk on the steet in the darkest night and y are safe. And our young children walk alone to scools without escorting parents. The biggest danger is in northern Finland in Lapland where scoolbus or taxi takes children to school due to long distance and/or wolves and bears in the area. Overall you feel safe in Finland where we live slow living without any big problems. Of cource we have the problem, where the hell the summer weather has gone. (sorry my bad English, I know better Finnish, Swedish and German languages).

[@eilenekellogg-ki2br]

Most Americans fear the biggest blue gang criminals in our country. That would be the leagal system and the cops.

[@dianewoods6066]

Bad weather heavy snow and cold, does wonders for crime prevention!

[@katprince5528]

Use the Stop and Frisk Senator,these numbers are startling.I hope this measure makes it through to make it law sir.

[@AliRadicali]

Kennedy is always a pleasure to listen to, regardless of the topic. This man could recite the dictionary and somehow make it interesting and entertaining.

[@truthbtold2843]

He’s like the Mark Twain of politics!😂

[@cpamfly6858]

He's upset at crime? they have too many guns....blue states are safer. This is only karma. Karma is absolute.

[@Milamber5186]

​@@cpamfly6858 Guns don't commit crimes. Knives don't commit crimes. Those are just tools that each have a purpose. People commit crimes, we need to be doing things to address that.

[@cpamfly6858]

@@Milamber5186 I'm sympathetic to that argument. But given the frail nature of people, for instance, understanding that even good people can have a really bad emotional episode, I think that guns represent a grave danger. I am very disciplined in my emotions. But I also see how much resolve it takes to never-ever-but-never violate how a firearm should be treated. You see that movie Rust? They had professionals who erred. So it is very easy for mistakes to occur for various reasons. Then, I see how many innocent people have died from murdering sprees. I think it is wrong to place my freedom above the life of others. The right wing glorifies violence. Elected congressmen replaced the flag on their lapel with a mini AR 15? Maybe if Trumpists could be disciplined with their mouths the culture could change for all of us. But on these very pages Trumpists say things like "I'm heating up my barrel", to threaten those who disagree with them. The gun has become the defense of those who name call democrats every vile thing they can imagine. They get angry, they talk about their guns, and then they feel so justified that they don't have to concede that anyone else matters. While you figure out how to stop the crazies, more of us just die. No. We won't wait for you any longer. I will vote to have the guns taken. Banks don't self regulate, neither should gun owners.

[@kimberley1449]

Yeah his southern accent is nice, but what the hell is he doing to get the ar15 off the street and save our children. NOTHING

[@greganderson1989]

Stop and frisk should be implemented all across this country.

[@tonyabsoluteam3456]

it sounds good in theory, until it's you. I don't know, maybe the Gestapo type behavior is just safer for everyone?

[@SilvaDreams]

@@tonyabsoluteam3456 If you have nothing to hide, what is the issue?

[@tonyabsoluteam3456]

@@SilvaDreams everyone has something to hide. I'm not saying in a legal way but in a personal way and everyone has the right to be left alone.

[@danielmartin7838]

I've been subject to stop and frisk. You know why? because the local cops knew I was up to no good. To a young mind, as mine was then, it's egregious to feel like cops who have better things to do are targeting you over nothing. It's a complex discussion that goes back to the old saying that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

[@randallsmerna384]

The more I hear this guy speak the more I like him.

[@berylmorton6276]

Dear Mr Kennedy, You are by far the wisest person in the senate. If only other politicians would heed your words.

[@kathrynratenski-harrison4635]

I luv U Mr. KENNEDY! U R so wise, intelligent, & a real problem solver. U are also funny, well read, & very respectful of others. Keep up the good work!

[@h.r.puffinstuff7099]

I think he used to be a medical doctor.

[@jaxsazerac4904]

Yeah I like the green acres junk dude. Mr hairy a lot.

[@RidingWithBiden]

@@h.r.puffinstuff7099 No he didn't. Where do you people get this stuff?

[@RidingWithBiden]

Kennedy is NOT the wisest person in the room. You people are the biggest RUBES ever! Kennedy doesn't live in New Orleans & he only got 16% of the vote there. New Orleans is NOT his city!

[@edwarddejong8025]

NYC under Giuliani did a massive campaign of stop and frisk, and it was highly effective at reducing the murder rate. It cut NYC's rate in half, which was the first time in history a large city had made such a rapid decrease in crime and murder.

[@restlessascension3260]

It was also effective at creating massive resentment towards police and major bias against individuals of a particular type. Sure on the outside it looked pretty but I can tell you first hand it was a shit show , a facade , a police state. . Let it be known things like these don't just happen they let it happen so when all hell has broken loose for long enough and people can no longer tolerate it. They cry out for security and loose all there freedoms in the process

[@KB-ke3fi]

Sure did. Hey, can you guys take one of your folks back? Sheila Jackson Lee is going to run for mayor of Houston. She's from the Bronx. Please take her back.

[@donaldfrierson743]

What Guliani did I believe was go after the small time criminals, the pandhandlers on the street, the pickpockets etc... New York was a mess but what he did from my understanding did work.

[@mkent92104]

@@KB-ke3fi NY has enough problems now. If the people of Houston elect that racist, then they get what they get.

[@mkent92104]

@@donaldfrierson743 The numbers speak for themselves.

[@Hunter-zp5hd]

Unfortunately Stop & Frisk has a negative connotation due to it’s used in NY. But something has to be done.

[@patriciageorge2916]

If a person has done no wrong they have nothing to hide. Better to be safe than sorry. Maybe the crime in New York wouldn't be so extreme. Just a thought, not a judgment.

[@GA-os1uy]

The consequences of *not* doing “Stop & Frisk” are worse than “negative”, they are HORRIFIC!

[@peggyrahe9592]

Do it! Crime is crazy .. never going to those places ever again! Dangerous!

[@BarrelShape]

I'm neither Christian nor Conservative but I do respect Sen. Kennedy for taking the time to carefully make his case in an effort to initiate a dialogue instead of screaming "YOU'RE WRONG!"

[@bitrudder3792]

If more people on both sides of the aisle took the time to make their cases clear, and try to understand one another, and to solve problems for both the short and long term instead of trying to simply "stay in power," we could get a lot more done.

[@iap-ug3oy]

I am English and I really love Senator Kennedy…I wish we had him in the English government…..Best wishes to all that support him.

[@Narrow-Pather]

I'm from the USA, who asked you? Spend your energies fixing Liverpool, London, and Essex!

[@ladyhawkNone]

@@Narrow-Pather that is really rude. Why did u attack?

[@Chiclette-ld1xx]

​@@Narrow-Pather Your comment is totally uncalled for. You may be part of the social disease that is permeating our society ...hate and division for no reason. STOP it!

[@rogerbloxham5381]

I live in Louisiana, now you see why we reelected him last election!

[@glendalangley1877]

@@Narrow-Pather Leave people alone. Whoever this is can have an opinion. This is one of the things wrong with the left. No manners.

[@puntermaster]

When the same people who are anti gun are also anti stop and frisk you know it’s not about stopping gun crime.

[@larrywright4195]

They're always talking about do this do that but the republicans haven't done a DAM thing about gun reform because they are in bed with the NRA

[@naturegal-xq5li]

So very true

[@maryhirsch7170]

John is a treasure, love him!

[@BLUELOVEFOREVER1]

Yes, Sen KENNEDY is right! I was born & raised in N.O., and now I would not even visit! Stop& Frisk would save lives!

[@janisjohnson8807]

Until these DA's and judges are held accountable for not prosecuting these cases and giving maximum sentences, we'll never get control. I might add, our so called president has to be held accountable for not prosecuting illegal border crossings. When criminals know that there is little to no chance of prosecution it makes crime very profitable.

[@George196207]

One thinks of the movie The Star Chamber .

[@preppintrucker]

Completely agree

[@Athena_208]

Agree!

[@randallharman5424]

He’s not joking!

[@JohnDoe-wd8rs]

Yea, he’s rarely this serious… I love it

[@bullbutter9699]

Mandatory 10 stop and Frisks a day /per officer per shift should get New Orleans cleaned up

[@Glittersword]

​@@bullbutter9699 That would probably require "Hunches".

[@somedude4287]

I see it. Many of us do. It is disgraceful. God help us. 🇺🇸

[@briangriffin7138]

I'm not in Louisiana but I love this guy....no freaking nonsense

[@davidrudetoyou]

One in a million ..... we need more of these guys .... love Mr Kenedy ...

[@solarpaneling]

Amen, Senator Kennedy.

[@cpamfly6858]

Maybe you could hire more police if you limited the danger cops face from AR15's.

[@stopcensoringme6481]

I haven’t had a ar15 escape on its own and go on a shooting rampage, not a single one

[@glendalangley1877]

@@stopcensoringme6481 Nicely put. LOL.

[@christophermiller3581]

Thank you Forbes for sharing this news CJM I .

[@lloydsplace101]

I like the way sen kennedy builds his speech on facts layer by layer.

[@JohnDoe-wd8rs]

Yea, bro is a CHAD🫡

[@olliefoxx7165]

He's a very smart man. The people of Louisiana are lucky.

[@brentl4048]

I am a Canadian and I wish any politician in Canada had one-tenth of his debating skills.

[@schuy601]

Biden and the Communists Democrats will crush and Destroy America for their globalist masters

[@kenchristie9214]

Why do you think bullshit is facts?

[@carollien7264]

I am wondering what happened with the 4 teens that hijacked the 73 year old woman's car. I followed this when it happened and it absolutely made me sick. Hope they were punished to the full extent of the law.

[@kimlewis5429]

NoT yet.

[@stayinganonymous.3172]

Hope they're burning in hell already.

[@anonymousbastard2981]

One of the suspects was deemed incompetent to stand trial. I don't know which one though.

[@kimlewis5429]

@@anonymousbastard2981 the girl

[@AzzekaTheRealOne]

TRY THROWING OUT WEALTHY ELITE BIZ INTERESTS LIKE WEF, WHO, CORRUPT POLITICIANS,BIG PHARMA

[@markbooysen9412]

Very sad indeed. Also, while I was watching this, I thought of Benny Hill the whole time. 😂

[@carlspiva5570]

I have loved this man for long long time.

[@RondaLove]

OM-GOSH I've been saying bring that "STOP and FRISK Law back! I agree totally**

[@triumphofihm525]

What your city needs is intact families with mom & dad working together to raise their children in loving homes

[@libbyofthelight]

What our entire world lacks is is pure LOVE! AMEN!

[@kelleywooding8349]

One of the was the demonic can move in is through broken families

[@susieq1170]

That's very simplistic. And not always possible.

[@outandaboutwithsamiam5034]

gee, thanks Dr Phil

[@valeriehines6037]

True, but that's a moral issue that individuals have to address within themselves. Government leaders need solutions to address their immediate need to curb crime, which requires policy changes.

[@johnstewart8473]

I've never been to New Orleans but my Oldest Daughter loves it : )

[@CJDfromJTF]

G-d bless senator Kennedy... If only we had more people like this in government things would be a lot better.

[@mile3018]

Don't be so embarassed to invoke God's name

[@johnmcclain3887]

We had more in the sixties and seventies, but the political class took care of that problem.

[@lisahilborn1174]

Why cant you spell God?

[@davescheidt4533]

Need to punish criminals more severely!!!!!

[@pattigrove]

I love to visit New Orleans! Great music and food.nice people there, too

[@TheChaznw]

We took a bus from Baton Rouge to New Orleans because we were advised not to try riding out bikes into the city. The bus driver noticed a young man had a weapon tucked into his waist band. The bus driver told him to get off the bus and would not let him back in. He probably took his life in his hands by doing so.

[@georgevanaken925]

Letting the public exercise their 2nd amendment when needed, would also cause crime to plummet, wouldn’t it? 😶🇺🇸

[@abbibrennen2549]

After listening to his crime report, I will never visit New Orleans, ever!

[@sandracloke6268]

Sorry you didn't get to go before it got so bad. Because my kids lived there I visited it so many, many times before all this BS was going on. There was always crime there as in all big cities but not to this extent. They had cops on horses riding through the quarter years ago. A criminal didn't have much of a chance to get away from the horse rider.

[@marinewillis1202]

@@sandracloke6268 I went there last year for a conference. I will never ever go back. Period. And I am a 6'4 Marine. I was stepping over human excrement, kids as young as 4 or 5 were being pimped out by their parents to play plastic container drums, until 3 in the morning. The amoung of homeless in that middle aread before bourbon street where the trolly runs down was insane. And it reeked to high heaven. In the morning watching people fist fight over a piece of chicken from one of those late night chain places that are everywhere around there.. Was absolutely disgusting. And I work in downtown Atlanta so its not like I am not used to this. But that place was just horrible.

[@robbob5318]

😂

[@magnolia31611]

My family is native to New Orleans, and I’ve grown up, and lived my whole life just 45 minutes north of New Orleans, and while I always loved going there growing up, and it used to truly be a fun place to be, I do not go there anymore, unless I go to visit my grandmother, and when I go to see her I only go in to see her, and then I get out of the city as fast as I can. Any shopping I do for her, I get it from where I live, and then bring it down to her. We wish we could move her from there, but she does not want to leave, and we can’t force her. Bottom line is, locals feel the same way, and it’s truly sad because it used to be such an amazing place. It’s been ruined by these administrations who care more about criminals than the innocent citizens and visitors caught in the crosshairs of the violence.

[@garrettstraffon608]

Don’t visit any city right now. Biden administration has flooded every city and they are all dangerous. I live in the suburbs of Pittsburgh and I used to love going into Pittsburgh but now, in my opinion it’s stupidity to go there let alone pay for expensive events.

[@GaryL3803]

"The City of New Orleans" is iconic. Yes indeed, for many of the wrong reasons.

[@davidthompson3415]

Sen. John Kennedy is telling the complete true story 😔

[@BarbarraBay]

no

[@mikehebert71]

Well he's leaving out our mayor and city counsel. I guess he doesn't want to throw Cantrell under the bus

[@davidthompson3415]

@@mikehebert71 Do you have a complaint about God also? Did God not meet your expectations?

[@schuy601]

​@@davidthompson3415 Biden and the Communists Democrats will crush and Destroy America for their globalist masters

[@schuy601]

​@@BarbarraBay yes little Demi he's telling the truth get your head out of the MSNBC sewer

[@sandrahamilton-kb1yu]

God bless this grandmother’s family and friends. 😢❤

[@tyclark8162]

Upon lies n corruption with our 3 letter agency's. The United States Marshall Service is the only police agency left uncorrected imho. May Almighty Father God place veil of protection over All Americans n Especially Our Elders n Children. Amen

[@tyclark8162]

Sandra, I literally cried when heard what those teenagers did to that loving grandmother. These criminals are terrorizing every American that becomes their next victim. The only real fix is to have civilians join the police as one merger n hunt down each n every person who is a criminal including our criminal politicians. That's gun control Americans Can Believe In. Do what we have to n be done with those criminals, every city n rural communities, everywhere let the civilians do what police can't. Our society n our country's good American People deserve safe neighborhood's n crime free living. Not having a wide open borders n criminal politicians lies n their wokeness n clown n freak show. I

[@tyclark8162]

Uncorrupted

[@CaboniaBelieves]

Excellent influence through the gospel of "Father I stretch my hands to thee" and "I want Jesus to walk with me".

[@MsOtis57]

Love this guy. He doesn't mince words.

[@reynoldburt1208]

Thanks Forbes you did it again good 👍 job

[@josetteeral2288]

I sure do wish I knew him personally. He is a word smith legend!

[@richardkammerer2814]

Wouldn’t that be a treat? What a statesman!

[@NOLAgenX]

Got a chance to just stand and talk to him for about 30 minutes while he spent a few hours visiting our workplace. He is very down to Earth. The entire time he gave me his full attention and actively listened, including asking informed questions. He is the real deal.

[@lollypop2413]

@@NOLAgenX lucky!

[@josiahmoss3240]

3. Franklin Delano Roosevelt (Democrat) F.D.R. was America’s first socialist President. His “New Deal” was actually a “Raw Deal.” He was the President that did the yeoman’s share of work in preparing the United States to reject American independence and embrace socialism-complete with the gargantuan list of federal alphabet agencies designed to promote and enforce the socialist agenda. What Woodrow Wilson had failed to accomplish with the attempted League of Nations, Roosevelt accomplished by laying the framework for the United Nations, which came into fruition under his successor Harry Truman. Roosevelt was also the man responsible for aiding and abetting communism in Eastern Europe and elsewhere. I think it is also accurate to say that F.D.R. purposely goaded Japan into war. I further believe he made sure that the defenses that should have seen the Japanese attack coming were not operational. Not to mention his unconscionable internment of Japanese Americans during the war. Abraham Lincoln gave America an imperial presidency. Woodrow Wilson gave America globalism. F.D.R. gave America socialism.

[@NOLAgenX]

@@josiahmoss3240 You have correctly identified the big three that then laid the groundwork for completion by Obama and Biden. Most are also not aware that FDR was very keen to get into the war. He knew the majority of the US public was against it. He hoped the Atlantic convoys would do it, but they didn’t. Sad to say, the tragedy at Pearl Harbor was perfect for him.

[@debiphillips9284]

My heart goes out to New Orleans. God bless you. Love Senator John Kennedy. God bless you Sir. Thank you for your Service

[@nycval6847]

I LOVE KENNEDY. HES A GENIOUS

[@jasonchristopher2977]

Love when he said if Joe was in charge of Sahara he'd run out of sand.

[@gincann7649]

LOL 😂 He's not only brilliant but has a great sense of humor!

[@janislentz5649]

The guy has a filthy hateful attitude and constantly disrespects our president! He is not worthy to be in the Senate, and no, he has no manners at all! What is he doing to benefit the ppl of Louisiana? Waiting for an answer?

[@marjorykephart4700]

How awful! I listen to you, Senator Kennedy, because you are the only one speaking the truth. I would vote for you for the highest position in our country President of the United States of America. Unfortunately, I can not think of anyone else who is as qualified as you. Who truly cares about our country, and is unafraid to speak the truth. A true Patriot!!! Thank you for all you do to educate us what the facts are and for caring about the State of our Republic. God bless you and your family.

[@JWPeace_4MyBoys]

Thank you!

[@liberty-matrix]

We've tried everything except replacing the local leaders.

[@keithbyrd-MysticRuby0117]

John Kenndy speaks with good old home spun "Common Sense" God Bless America and Senator John Kennedy ❤❤❤🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@trumpfan6368]

No if he can actually get some results.

[@shellysmith1037]

Aaaaand Unconstitutional suggestions

[@bellanegrin3915]

Yes, yes, yes!

[@papaw5405]

I thought the "City of New Orleans" was a train!

[@TheBookofLove369]

I honour this man! I wish there was more men like him! ♥️♥️♥️💎♥️♥️♥️

[@winnon992]

I live in Louisiana and Senator Kennedy is my Senator I’m proud of. As far as New Orleans it’s Off Limits, a place I wouldn’t go on an expense paid vacation with spending money. Too dangerous even in broad daylight !

[@BLUELOVEFOREVER1]

I’m born and raised in N.O. And would not go now! I love Kennedy, tho. Nothing gets done, because we have a communist democrat governor!

[@judyc9380]

I ll trade you Liz Warren for sen kennedy., please.

[@Yul-Uhlu]

"Whaaaaaaaah is crime so prevalent in New Orleans? " Maybe if your city wasn't so economically repressive there would be a better quality of life for those who otherwise turn to crime.

[@Sephious_VII]

Frisk em all!!! I haven't been felt up in years. 🥺

[@michaelduffy9203]

Unfortunately, it's not just criminals murdering, stealing cars, or robbing. Some cities have criminals running the police departments, enforcing quotas to officers, and giving them trophies and bonuses to whoever gets the highest quota numbers. This in itself is unlawful, especially when incidents have been proven, such as charging people with crimes they NEVER committed, and those officers are never reprimanded, or fired.

[@mikecason5898]

Democratic lefties

[@1943Grandpa]

Whine, Whine, Whine. Just get the violent crime stopped! there is always corruption when there is power. Blue Cities and states are the worst!

[@otisdriftwood8469]

There are always bad people in every profession, and they should be dealt with. But there are far more good ones. It's irresponsible to lump them all together. We need law enforcement, and the good ones should be well taken care of. The corrupt cops should get the harshest penalties.

[@PalmSpringsDiva1]

remember the SKORPION cops?

[@MatildaHWells]

That part! I posted the same sort of comment, but it may get shadow banned.

[@stephengifford4850]

Amen to all that was said God help us 🙏

[@debbiewilliams4606]

Amen

[@hearauntiespeak7802]

🙏🏾 Lord hear our prayers

[@leeurban9093]

Thank you

[@whyis45stillalive]

New Orleans may be iconic now. Before long, it'll be a memory.

[@jimdenzler389]

Excellent presentation, Senator. On point!

[@wokewokerman5280]

I can't fathom why the NAACP and the ACLU are not suing all the major media and affiliate stations for profiling blacks every night in 60% of the crime stories they broadcast. Every night, murders, carjackings, smash and grabs, assaults by blacks on TV, yet nobody says it's BIASED... unless, possible it's just the reality....