Matthew McConaughey’s full White House press briefing statement on gun violence

[@vipersb1]

So weird to see someone talking with passion, like a real human being, with that background. I would love to get used to it. Without passion and sincerity, like this, nothing will ever change.

[@prestonsadler7636]

Dude is an actor that has the funds to buy security. For many Americans the gun is security. To hell with this tyrant. An armed society wouldn’t have these shootings. NY gun laws are directly correlated to the vastly higher crime rates.

[@monipenny408]

It's called acting. Like many such events nothing will change. ALL US presidents could not make a change, what makes you think this actor could.

[@whit350z2]

You mean a paid actor? 😂

[@BowWowVideo]

@@prestonsadler7636 Another Russian Troll at work, pathetic. If a backward country like Australia is able to solve the same issue, just maybe we can as well.

[@BowWowVideo]

@@monipenny408 Russian Troll

[@tastella]

He didn't have to do this. But he did it. Mad respect. RIP the children and their teachers.

[@oceanwaves83]

He did it for himself. It's virtue signaling for relevance and clout. His agent probably urged him to do it. It's establishment propaganda

[@seakay5705]

@@oceanwaves83 orrrr this terrible tradgedy happened in his home town and affected him so much that he wanted to speak about it. Not everything is a conspiracy theory you twat

[@cameraguy6213]

​@@oceanwaves83 Well said, this was disgusting....

[@thewholetruth5473]

McConaughey was insincere. He was just putting on a dramatic performance. It's called _acting._ He got up there and was grandstanding the entire time. I was so happy that the journalist asked him after he completed his performance "Were you grandstanding up there sir?"

[@babygravy7]

@@thewholetruth5473 or maybe he just cares about the situation. Just a thought 😐

[@xpookybubx344]

As a gun owner, I don't believe the average public needs military-type weapons. Bolt action rifles, handguns, and shotguns will still cause problems, but an assault rifle is honestly pointless for the public except for slaughter. They're high-powered, accurate, and built for nothing more than military-type operations. I couldn't rent a car until I turned 25 but at 18 you can buy an assault rifle. Makes sense.

[@Dreson45]

Why are you a gun owner?

[@xpookybubx344]

@@Dreson45 I am into 4-H shooting sports.

[@Dreson45]

@@xpookybubx344 that’s pretty awesome! I agree with their tenets. Is it 22LR only? Why learn to shoot at all?

[@Dreson45]

Not sure if you’re aware of this, the military employs shotguns and bolt-action rifles.

[@evanmccarthy1969]

Well as long as you don’t believe so! 😂😂

[@israelmaldonado4157]

I was hesitant to watch this video because even though he is a Texan he has been in Hollywood. After this speech he showed he is still a true Texan. He calls out both sides of the political party and the dividing media. Great Speech!!! He made it personal by providing names and stories. One of the greatest speeches to come out of the WH!!!!

[@Non-dual-mind1]

Does he make the same speech to Hollywood actors and producers about revenge films and shooters?

[@jasonseifried7192]

We are not as divided as they say we our. almost brought me to tears. Because it’s so true. And the media is the leading cause of that so called division and hate. Because it makes them money. Let’s come together as one true American 🇺🇸

[@hukares5363]

Not interested.

[@mccxcccx7793]

The scumbag maggots in the MSM are they true culprits and their agenda is and always has been to take away our right ot defend outselves isn't it?

[@cszzz3975]

no were pretty divided, you can thank trump for that

[@niccoloandretti5681]

@@cszzz3975 ya okay. As if the other side doesn't push us & them on the media. As apparent in your statement meant to divide

[@cidsapient7154]

@@cszzz3975 why do u think we should thank trump for being divided?

[@kurtsmith311]

I teared up at the comment of the green converse and Matthew's personal touch with the situation our country is in and the results we are seeing. I want to thank you Matthew for your comments to pursue good choices in leadership and for honoring those that were lost and for the families that suffered that loss. May those in leadership be convicted to act. God bless you sir and your family.

[@c.augustedupin2559]

4:19

[@RB-tx4mn]

@@c.augustedupin2559 what's your point? His wife was holding the same kind of Converse the child was wearing for a visual representation.

[@c.augustedupin2559]

@@RB-tx4mn 😏😆

[@c.augustedupin2559]

@@RB-tx4mn breaking character

[@c.augustedupin2559]

@@RB-tx4mn how much did he get paid to speak? Is tax payer money being spent here?

[@arirenzi-surprenant3493]

The green converse part is what made me break. Especially when the letter was read. I hurts me that these children will never get to realize their dreams.

[@MrLeonidas0001]

Gotta love the emotions I mean what a PERFECT way to get people fired up to get their rights stripped. “Govern me harder Daddy” I was so happy when I whispered that part 🥰

[@guantillo]

@@MrLeonidas0001 your right to shoot a gun that can dismember an innocent body to the point to be unrecognizable, oh but wait, you are ok about abortion rights taken away I assume?

[@jerbo1978]

@@MrLeonidas0001 clown

[@MrLeonidas0001]

@@guantillo Love the way you worded it like you are the hero of the story. Amazing. Maybe ask the Ukrainian people how they feel about being armed for the Russian invasion or NAH!?!

[@sburgos9621]

His wife was seen laughing wearing those shoes. The media lied and said it was the dead girls shoes then got called out for lying. Propaganda works on folks clearly.

[@8L155]

This guy uses his name and brand to try and spread a positive message about responsible steps to take with gun control because this happened in his home town meanwhile people in the comments “he’s an actor doesn’t matter” soulless thoughtless unforgivable way to look at this

[@devcon28]

He literally lied about those converse belonging to that little girl. They're brand new and look like a man size 13. No blood or anything on those shoes

[@c.augustedupin2559]

4:19

[@mewesquirrel6720]

@@devcon28 Bro what?

[@doughesson]

@@mewesquirrel6720Look at the shoes. Anything that could have cleaned the blood off well enough to make the shoes look brand new would have also removed the heart drawn on the toes in magic marker.

[@inuzukasama9080]

@@doughesson they're replicas... God you people are too stupid to think for yourselves, learn some critical thinking

[@danij789]

This world is so brutal. This was hard to get through but god do I appreciate and respect him for this.

[@MrLeonidas0001]

Emotions over facts right?

[@TheSandeepmahat]

@@MrLeonidas0001 profits over lives amirite ? Soulless money grabber

[@anthonywhite9212]

Congrats you fell for an acting performance

[@TheSandeepmahat]

@@anthonywhite9212 it wasn't the acting, it was the dead kids

[@brithaddenhadden8383]

says the cowardly con @@MrLeonidas0001

[@VirgoGoddess90]

I'm amazed he held it together so well reading that little girl's letter

[@robtrawick1]

@Mr nippy nelson you can obviously tell he was deeply affected by it. It's BEYOND time for us to save the next children from an all too familiar shooting and killing by an assault rifle. They need to be banned, period.

[@danceswithbears2521]

@@robtrawick1 What assault rifle?

[@lisabell1399]

@@robtrawick1 You are talking to people who have no empathy for human life. They are empty inside.

[@monipenny408]

It's called acting. Like many such events nothing will change. ALL US presidents could not make a change, what makes you think this actor could.

[@prestonsadler7636]

@@lisabell1399 another sheep fooled by an actor. Trying to take guns away isn’t the answer. The UK did the same thing decades ago and now you can’t carry a knife because of the stabbing. It’s the human being not the tool.

[@Besame0]

I was sobbing at the green converse part. So tragic and heartbreaking for everyone affected by this shooting.

[@The1Marine1]

So are you continually crying for the unlimited killings daily in the most of the highly populated Democrat run cities. Especially Chicago. Memorial weekend alone 50 shot and 9 dead. More people has died in Chicago at the same time duration than the 2 wars in Iraq and Afghanistan combined.

[@Besame0]

@@The1Marine1 I'm not living in USA so I hear just what reaches me. I'm obviously sorry for everyone killed. The goverment should really start to change laws about the guns and people safety.

[@Besame0]

@@taqiyyaconcarne6908 I'm not living in USA, I'm not familiar with this incident. You don't need to name every shooting in history and keep asking me if I weeped during this or that. I'm human just like you and I understand every shooting is horrible and sad.

[@casebarreoltt5990]

That was the plan.

[@jusrayne]

Don't you thank those converse look brand new?

[@lauderdale77]

He is now being attacked on his Instagram just for having a soul and wanting to protect children. The right is soulless

[@thealternative9580]

He didn’t even call out conservatives. He said some vague shot about meet in the middle of but these are hardline fanatics they will not negotiate.

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

🤣🤣 Right, wanting to “protect children” by trying to disarm all the good people around them, so that the next time someone is intent on doing them harm, only that criminal will be armed!! We will not be lectured about keeping children safe, from the very people who would have been perfectly ok with these same 19 kids being aborted 10-12 years ago, and who are currently trying to normalize the exploitation and sexualization of children by grown a** men pretending to be “drag queens” GTFOH with your disingenuous virtue signaling!!

[@R3ckkL3ss]

More gun control does nothing to protect children! If they cared they would put armed security in schools like they do with court house and government buildings. They have billions to send to Ukraine so they can protect them selves, yet they want to disarm Americans. And this actor is carrying out their agenda.

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

“Having a soul”? So he’s also the first Hollywood celebrity who didn’t sell it for fame too huh🤔

[@joemartinez331]

@@mostlypeacefulmisterputin Trump is a “celebrity” who doesn’t have a soul. But you voted for him anyhow.

[@michaelvega1731]

People can be both Beautiful and Anganizing. God Bless you Matthew McC. We all needed to hear this kind of speech at this time. I hope this makes people realize there has to be a way out of this issue of gun violence in our Country.

[@acts221]

Yeah, there is. More guns. "Well, in the first place an armed society is a polite society. Manners are good when one may have to back up his acts with his life." - Robert Heinlein

[@mlad5274]

@@acts221 Yup dummies want to disarm people and leave our lives in the hands of a police force like Uvaldes.

[@catmandoo4u1]

Standing on the bodies of dead kids.... soooo brave.

[@rrmackay]

The problem is not gun violence, only a simpleton would think the problem is guns. The problem is the destruction of the family and disrespecting men !

[@rrmackay]

@@catmandoo4u1 Completely emotional and irrational. If you want a solution to the problem it has little to do with guns.

[@ZebraFacts]

This is the passion I believe most of us desire in those we elect to serve "us". Unfortunately, that is not what we have generally, and not what we will ever have. I am one of those passionate people. I saw how corrupt management was in the company I worked for and desired that I could do better. As I began to do the things necessary to get into management, I began to see how passionate people like me are separated out to keep us out. Our politicians are of the same management breed that I discovered didn't want passionate people making decisions that would take away the craziness they so desire. That's what we have and is why we will always what Republicans love because it keeps them in a position of easy money.

[@christian2225]

Those damn Republicans.. s h u t. t h e h e l l up. You want people like this to run our country bc he spent 20 minutes coming up with no game plan. Of course it's fckn said, who wants to see kids get killed, *no body* now what's the game plan President Mathew

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

That’s why the republicans fought the civil war and freed the slaves? Because their primary interest is money🤔

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

FACT CHECK: According to FBI statistics, every year for the last decade, there have been more people beaten to death with hands and feet, than killed by ALL RIFLES COMBINED So when are we going to start issuing “Red Flag” Amputation orders🤔

[@marcmarc4776]

Passion? You do realize he's an Oscar Winning Actor reading from a Script in front of a Camera on a Stage, right??

[@MrHobbesandlocke]

Who shot the mass murderer and with what?

[@tseitz]

Crazy what a human looks like speaking up there

[@skippersqzd4457]

Man broke his hand with that thump. This is what a true human looks like

[@azboy2009]

When did Celebrities become Whitehouse advisers???

[@Elphaba1952]

It all started with T******

[@Koleys]

When it started engaging more people, crazy concept.

[@brutishfossil5022]

When they know nobody will be able to understand our President or Vice President if they try to give a speech. So they hire these career liars to pedal their propaganda to the masses.

[@NoNegotiations]

Bidens left arm pit. Or Kamalas for that matter.

[@mrpickles3454]

Celebrities are leftist idols, most people with a brain don't care what they think

[@mcsmith732]

Thank you Matthew and Camila for making it real.

[@caduceus71]

His words are true, those children & teachers didn't die for nothing. I refuse to turn away from this issue until something changes. Vote for the people who will protect our children, our teachers and our police officers with common sense laws or get ready for another mass shooting.

[@AdamJensen_]

We need good men to stand up and destroy evil. Thoughts and prayers do nothing. We need action.

[@Doc_Holiday-gj4ro]

YES PEOPLE !!!!! We know he’s an actor but at this point i’d much rather listen to an actor than a politician that’s full of it. This man already has power and fame so why should we believe a hungry politician?!?!

[@theselector2310]

They are all full of it. Don't be fooled.

[@fabiolaestrella3895]

sunshine loli..pop fable is much better but in reality the politician are doing this to us so just smile :)

[@Eljay037]

Actors are just the puppets of politicians and Hollywood is their playground.

[@unfairsanic5089]

@@theselector2310 so who we should believe in? Look how we are so divided. Even an actors opinions in order to stop the shooting you all disagree with and critisize him for being there. Tell me who will going to step up and say something about our history of shootings if you guys dont believe on everyone who is working at the government itself?

[@paratrooper8266]

Because he was hired by these politicians.

[@suarezandy19]

Unity will save us.. connect with those around you. Look at people in the eyes, and see life. See the light in their eyes… no matter who they are. Hold onto each other, and fight to make it.

[@zackthebongripper7274]

And then call for the death of those who don't agree with you. Liberals are vile criminals.

[@MrLeonidas0001]

I will never be “friends” with people who in their deepest dark desires would LOVE to send government men with GUNS to take my guns. You can suck it 🏴‍☠️🇺🇸

[@crystaltaylor1473]

Such hateful remarks in some of these comments. Matthew is from Uvalde. Why should we not get to hear his opinion? We certainly have to hear many differing opinions. Get off his back already. I’m not anti-gun, but am anti-buttheads.

[@brutishfossil5022]

I'm anti-paid liars trying to be relevant. Who is paying him to say these things?

[@shamma1354]

@@brutishfossil5022 I doubt he’s getting paid tbh. He doesn’t need the money.

[@brutishfossil5022]

@@shamma1354 Good point. I'm sure he doesn't mind helping all the corrupt politicians that are trying to take away our freedoms. I'm sure he's been given a spot on the new "Epstein" island as payment for all of the propaganda he spouts.

[@shamma1354]

@@brutishfossil5022 ah, so you are just literally insane

[@brutishfossil5022]

@@shamma1354 Ah, so you have no argument.

[@davidhiltibidal7423]

Thank you Matthew McConaughey ❤️

[@MrLifesavers1]

Well done. You can tell when a person speaks with passion as opposed to just "word salad". It's time . . .as painful as it may be, the adults must take action.

[@theGoodlife119]

He put his career on the line getting political..but he doesn't care about that..

[@catmandoo4u1]

How about respect the founding document and get rid of gun control.

[@theGoodlife119]

@@catmandoo4u1 like that document respected women and African Americans or "Slaves" times change, things have to change

[@catmandoo4u1]

@@theGoodlife119 then get a super majority and over throw 2A.

[@catmandoo4u1]

@@theGoodlife119 BTW that document outlaws slavery.

[@ThomasShelby-xz2fk]

One of the best speeches I have ever heard

[@MrLeonidas0001]

Right? Loved the whole “govern me harder daddy” part - when are you gonna get your tattoo?!

[@ledhalenV]

You need to listen to more speeches if you thought his was a good speech.

[@MrLeonidas0001]

@@ledhalenV BASED COMMENT 👏🏼

[@JLP.]

The fact that no meaningful legislation will come out of this is a testament to our failure as a society and culture to put our children first. Things are only going to get more polarized and it is the next generation that will suffer. While we battle it out over book bans, CRT, guns, masks, and climate change - things most other developed countries have figured out (or at least don't become paralyzed by) - our children suffer.

[@gideondavid30]

What meaningful legislation can you pass? The only real solution is to ban guns all together and give the death penalty to those who violate the law. That will reduce gun crime, but it come at a cost of our personal freedoms. If you are not willing to use the constitution as toilet paper, then the only other viable option is to have more armed citizens (open carry) and armed guards everywhere. Cowards do not shoot up police stations they shoot up gun free zones full of kids.

[@boracay12]

Every girl is bi .you just have to figure out if it's bi polar or sexual .. one or the other. Sometimes both.

[@gideondavid30]

@@boracay12 the hell?

[@thomascrissman1124]

P L , yes, hopefully no meaningful legislation will come out of this. Unless they get rid of gun free zones.

[@c.augustedupin2559]

4:19

[@mrfreeman1912]

7:00 mark when he talks about the young girls shoes and how that was the only way they could identify her has me absolutely broken…

[@erinhaynes8401]

Ugly crying over here at that moment

[@hqhq4611]

@Future Deadguy What's ugly is the NRA, the GOP, and certain propaganda "news" outlets using events like this to sell more fear to sell more guns. All so that swine like Wayne Lapierre can float around in a bigger yachts and buy more vacation homes every year.

[@jonniehickson5599]

@Future Deadguy REALLY! Is that what you got from this?

[@ethanash1125]

@Future Deadguy least insensitive conservative

[@c.augustedupin2559]

4:19

[@urbanfarmsupply]

Find out what Ellie's favorite college is in Corpus and start a petition to name their Marine Biology program after her!!!

[@guichom.6924]

It’s Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

[@ryanneyland2997]

Great idea

[@ryanneyland2997]

MAKE HIM PRESIDENT IMMEDIATELY I trust a Texan above anyone else

[@craigwinston9042]

You trust a texan to do what?

[@JoseTwitterFan]

If Matthew McCanaughey ever starts a breakaway 'third choice' movement seperate from the two-party establishment, I'd pick that in a heartbeat.

[@mr.horrorchild4094]

I wish all politicians were actors

[@MexDurango11]

@@mr.horrorchild4094 aren't they all actors already?🤔

[@onlyfords69]

Yeah. Hiring more actors is a great idea lol

[@Enough_Tumbleweed]

I wouldnt. The dudes a plain as day leftist. I'll pass.

[@netosan-sen8388]

@@mr.horrorchild4094 They are !

[@bkucenski]

Nobody needs a gun that can erase a classroom of children in seconds or reduce a child's identity to their shoes to be able to defend their home or hunt.

[@davidhiltibidal7423]

He speaks the truth

[@John-fc2ue]

As per your stance, so did Hitler.

[@sandrah201]

Mr. McConaughey, you have my vote.

[@MexDurango11]

Propaganda you must be blind

[@robinmccullars4971]

I thought the same thing. Why can't we have "leaders" like this? If we don't, our country is done.

[@anthonywhite9212]

Don't be so blind honey. This is a professional ACTOR

[@ledhalenV]

Ahhhh this is why women weren’t allowed to vote prior to 1920. You vote based on looks and popularity.

[@anthonywhite9212]

@@ledhalenV 😂😂🙏🏻

[@catmandoo4u1]

So the cops showed us they can't and will not protect us and you want me to give up my guns. I make decision based on facts not emotion. I'm more afraid of my bathroom then guns.

[@hayropatendida]

Dude, it’s a fact that your country loses the most lives to gun violence. It’s also a fact that they shouldn’t be so easily accessible. Another fact is that these shootings cost your country so much money - money better spent elsewhere, with the police and other societal services, for example. But you go hug your guns, do you or whatever ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@localcompanion]

This is true independence of the broken political values in America today. I'm genuinely surprised by this. Most celebrities are stupid in their political ideals but Matthew appears to know what he's talking about. He's given me a lot of respect for him by doing this and being a smart person. Man should seriously get into politics.

[@samnissan2003]

wow..finally somebody with common sense and a large audience. Also about the converse, its horrible. But if they ever decide to make it into reality, the family should get compensated.

[@freddyjimjim5602]

Hey politicians.....be like Matthew.

[@Yesawwwh]

They won’t because he’s hOLLyWOoD and his job is just to aCT. Politicians are actually pathetic.

[@CannibalWarthog]

Good actors?

[@John-fc2ue]

They are. We call them POTUS. Biden, if you knew history, is what made this easy. Acting liars, remember watching Hitl... I mean Obama wiping away fake tears after hiding behind children as he signed unconstitutional executive orders. So don't worry are a getting the mess you want.

[@LittleBaldieVanZandt]

@@CannibalWarthog a human being with a heart

[@CannibalWarthog]

@@LittleBaldieVanZandt Is that from the script?

[@linaor4447]

Humble hard working people

[@Wedge-Antilles]

gun free zones killed those kids. prepare for the worst. Teachers need to be armed.

[@suettawilliamson8352]

Thank you for speaking out and supporting these families.

[@danbam465]

Thank u actor

[@markcuffe4610]

This is profound.

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

You misspelled propaganda

[@bencetamasi7327]

@@mostlypeacefulmisterputin Wow , the irony of you typing that with a russian flag as your pfp , some jokes just write themselves.

[@kimnkib68]

@@bencetamasi7327 I know right, like “this is profound”……….cuz it’s not, I love how “tolerant” the party of “unity” is………..please.

[@bencetamasi7327]

@@kimnkib68 I am not affiliated with US politics , I have no idea what you’re trying to say . Who said anything about toleracy ? I live in Hungary , a European country , fairly close to Russia , which was also occupied by it during the cold war era. Trust me , I know what propaganda is. I saw it in the past and even now in the present. If I wanted to see propaganda , i’d simply have to turn on the TV to see whatever bullshit Orbán Viktor is peddling to the boomers to gain their votes for the next election cycle . This is none of that , so don’t even try to tell me what you percieve as propaganda , because chances are , you are most likely wrong. This is just an actor whose hometown was ravaged by a mass shooting , and thus he wants changes made to gun-laws to avoid further tragedies in the future . If you think this is propaganda , I’m incredibly sorry for you .

[@John-fc2ue]

No profound would be a note that you wrote which says "I am an Nazi" and have if pinned to your corpse when they pull it from the oven. This is Nazi ideologies being treated like great ideas.

[@justin4pack642]

If you refuse to listen to Matthews opinion just because of his status, it only confirms the ignorance in this county that continues to allow this to happen.

[@TheCybertiger9]

agree...... Many lack critical thinking, whether its apathy, laziness or education

[@TornadoOfSouls777]

The Actor got to your feelies, huh?

[@dlehmann8353]

If you Insist that his Opinion is one that Cares about the Rest of Us then you are easily Hypnotized and Swayed by a Lack of Critical Thinking and Listening... Be Careful... Your life would be better if you weren't so easily hoodwinked by flowery words

[@joycelynnebills1787]

Truth

[@lisabell1399]

@@dlehmann8353 I don't think talking about the lives of murdered children and teachers flowery words. He showed alot of empathy. On the other hand, all of the gun hugging commenters seem to have no empathy at all.

[@fusionmediahouse]

Can't imagine. No parent should go through what these kids parents have gone through. Breaks my heart. I'd vote for this guy.

[@MrLeonidas0001]

If you vote for someone who wants to infringe on Americans abilities to properly defend their homes across the country with AR-15s or whatever the hell they want you are actually a Commie.

[@The-real-CrackerZack]

I can see your strings

[@trwnbt16]

You can't see yours

[@carolemcdonough8121]

Thank you, Mathew for bringing the victims to life. May God bless the memories of these children and families

[@cameraguy6213]

Excuse you?, if he brought them back to life why would you need to bless their memories?

[@AdamJensen_]

@@cameraguy6213 Get back in your basement, lowly troll.

[@AdamJensen_]

God is not real. We need action and fast. Prayers do nothing. Rest in Peace to the innocent children lost.

[@rcbutera8071]

If you believe in God, at the least you should be angry, and not ask for something that will never happen.

[@carolemcdonough8121]

@Morgus Schmorgus I really don't think he has any need for money.

[@christianhadsell8915]

I love Mathew. Good work my friend. Powerful words. Blessed be to all those lost.

[@joshuasmith9528]

I’m not okay with him assuming gender all throughout his little speech. He needs to be more sensitive to real issues.

[@MrLeonidas0001]

I feel the EXACT same. What if they are all pansexuals?!

[@joshuasmith9528]

@@MrLeonidas0001 how could anybody ever know?

[@MrLeonidas0001]

@@joshuasmith9528 We need more flags 🌈

[@gwendellaj8449]

If this didn't want you to make change and feel heartbroken 💔, you need help. My heart breaks for these families.

[@Dreson45]

What change, specifically do you speak of? Also, how do you know those you disagree with aren’t heartbroken? It’s very easy to assign lack of virtue to those you haven’t met. One could do the same to you, and I would argue they’d be wrong.

[@c.augustedupin2559]

4:19

[@Dreson45]

@@c.augustedupin2559 yes, I watched that. That wasn’t an answer. It’s ok. You’re not obligated to answer, I’m just trying to learn and understand the point of view of others.

[@c.augustedupin2559]

@@Dreson45 😏😆

[@Dreson45]

@@c.augustedupin2559 compelling....🤔

[@davidhiltibidal7423]

I can't stop crying 😭

[@MrLeonidas0001]

Good Lord drink some water & read the Constitution please.

[@mariacanavan3305]

If he can talk like that & hold a great press conference. He'd be a great US president.... He has the passion & he wouldn't be the first actor to become a President.

[@davidpollo]

That was powerful af… Laws needed

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

FACT CHECK: According to FBI statistics, every year for the last decade, there have been more people beaten to death with hands and feet, than killed by ALL RIFLES COMBINED So when are we going to start issuing “Red Flag” Amputation orders🤔

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

Democrats are just mad that they weren’t able to abort these 19 kids 10-12 years ago!!!

[@davidpollo]

@@mostlypeacefulmisterputin Ok, so because there is a bigger problem, you should not address the other? Great logic, congrats and enjoy the next NRA meeting you will be going

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

@@davidpollo I thought we were focusing on “root causes”🤷🏼 Keep that same energy next time you take your car in for brakes, and they give you a tuneup instead ….BRILLIANT!

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

@@davidpollo and FYI, your whole side is so disconnected from reality that you have absolutely no clue that the people in this country who truly support freedom and abide by the constitution, stopped supporting the NRA years ago!! Don’t speak about things that you only hear on CNN, you only show your ignorance and hive-mind mentality

[@bostoncharmichael3927]

I wouldn't mind him behind that White House Podium on the regular! McConaughey for Prez! This country NEEDS to look inward. Good Call

[@misstropicanna14]

EXACTLY. What I wouldn't give for a leader like this.

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

This is EXACTLY the one dimensional mindset, and lack of critical thinking abilities that has brought this country here, to its lowest point in 245 years!!

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

@@misstropicanna14 You have to be a pretty pathetic follower to spend your time wishing for ANY leader!

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

FACT CHECK: According to FBI statistics, every year for the last decade, there have been more people beaten to death with hands and feet, than killed by ALL RIFLES COMBINED So when are we going to start issuing “Red Flag” Amputation orders🤔

[@MrLeonidas0001]

@@misstropicanna14 Canada has the liar & narcissist Trudeau which is very similar to an actor being in office.

[@elusivelight3766]

He's right.

[@John-fc2ue]

No he is not. This is called a fact. Your statement is called Nazi rhetoric.

[@mr.horrorchild4094]

I thought he was good in 'We are Marshall' but this performance is AMAZING

[@MrLeonidas0001]

Kinda like the Will Smith slap amirite?!

[@devekut2]

Grandstanding and manipulative.

[@tamaracrawford4581]

responsible gun owners do not shoot up schools, libraries or concerts. The evil people that commit these crimes are not responsible gun owners. So you can make more laws but the criminals will still find a way to get guns and commit crimes. You want to take an honest look at this?.. well the White House and Congress are not gun free zones. Those adults actually know that criminals will hurt them if they are not protected. So lets protect our kids like that! Lets hire responsible men and women to protect our kids. There are numerous veterans and other people that are properly trained in protection that would be happy to give few hours a week to local schools. Why not allow that? Our kids should not be in gun free zones. That makes them targets.

[@NoNegotiations]

That's what I say, if politicians can have a bodyguard, why not our children?

[@theselector2310]

I don't really care about McConaughey's opinion more than anyone else.

[@bluecar3576]

He will be running for public office soon that's why he's making a appearance at W H to show how he cares about the people to get plenty of votes when he does run for whatever

[@theselector2310]

@@bluecar3576 I think he is a BS artist and this is going to backfire on him.

[@MarkJohnson-ip2if]

Why so cynical? Is he saying something you disagree with?

[@theselector2310]

@@MarkJohnson-ip2if Yes he's trying to leave the untruthful selected impression that he is conservative when he is actually just another liberal Hollywood hack. I've heard his BS on other issues and I can't support people who play both ends against the middle. And most actors are less well informed than the general public on political issues so I don't think they know anything that is particularly important. They try to ingratiate themselves to the Hollywood status quo in order to get jobs and they will say anything for this reason.

[@andreavanda5402]

He's good at acting like he really cares.

[@maryharvey6909]

He seems like a nice guy. But what is he? Is he elected to anything? Can anyone go to white house and give speeches?

[@ASecretLynn]

This is perhaps the most heartless response you possibly could have written. The only way it could have been more devoid of respect for the dead is if you had said "I don't care these children died" plainly

[@FullyCharged22]

@@ASecretLynn Nah, it's a fair response, Karen. Sit down.

[@charleshetrick3152]

@@ASecretLynn can you point me to the community member near the Tops shooting that was invited to give a speech at the White House. One wonders why he’s being elevated and highlighted.

[@exclusivemlb5538]

@@ASecretLynn cry about it

[@Sarahbway19]

Well a celebrity was elected president...so...yes, if invited, a celebrity (who grew up in Uvalde, is an American father with children and a large platform) can give a speech at the White House

[@fromthebottomup3106]

He is a good actor, playing the part of a compassionate gun grabber.

[@lewellyncrunkmeyer1512]

We CAN'T control people, we CAN control guns.

[@luther3155]

What the hell is this. Why are we listening to a actor. Let the PEOPLE VOICE BE HEARD. Not some paid actor. Who knows who wrote that paper for him. This is bullshit. Just say “ we need gun control” 🤨

[@Elphaba1952]

He's a citizen [born & raised in Uvalde] and a father first... acting is just his job.... he has a right to speak like any other citizen about the horrors of murdered children taking 2nd place to gun ownership!

[@mattneutrxn3313]

Right 😂

[@Killjoy1969]

We listen to the actors because our poets and literary progeny are so underwhelming. So this is what you get, a mediocre weed smoking bongo player.

[@nankerphelge7573]

You're right, this is bullshit but we already have all the gun control we need.

[@luther3155]

@@Elphaba1952 matthew doesn’t speak for all of us. If that’s the case let the people take the stand. Not some paid actor

[@dalilabravo8949]

Thank you for using your voice and presence as a tool to change the direction of this nation's gun laws. Excelllent!!!!!! .....D Bravo, from McAllen, TX

[@doughesson]

Without a shred of regard for the dead children, Matthew McConaughey did without due regard for his acting career, willfully opine against the Bill of Rights as if removing one Right does not endanger them all.

[@MrLeonidas0001]

@@doughesson He’s a Lefty Commie & speaks real gently to the sheep.

[@catmandoo4u1]

If you really cared about kids get rid of the 4th amendment. Look at Matt stand on the body of the dead kids.

[@Run3Po420]

Just too let you know Albert pike a very famous freemasons already made these plans years ago

[@brussell7760]

This is a strange Ford commercial 🤔

[@PYROLORD7]

I’m just saying if we don’t think someone is old enough to drink alcohol maybe they aren’t old enough to have a weapon. I’m not a fan of total gun restrictions but something has to change.

[@John-fc2ue]

Yeah you need to fall asleep on railroad tracks... one problem down.

[@doughesson]

Then they probably aren't old enough to vote,enter legal contracts,get married or any other adult activities.

[@PYROLORD7]

@@doughesson I’m literally not going to disagree with you. Telling someone that they are old enough to get into contracts to destroy their lives wether it’s marriage or debt but no big boy drinks for you is stupid.

[@doughesson]

@@PYROLORD7 Or gun ownership

[@MrLeonidas0001]

Change the voting age to 30 maybe? That’s a start. And you have to be alive too. That’ll rock the Libs world.

[@krissifaith6709]

A mom went in and rescued her kids and an entire classroom while the police sat outside for an HOUR!! Just like the Parkland shooting...same thing...

[@karenjanicehollick1545]

Was a compassionate speech , well said from UK

[@MrLeonidas0001]

Yeah I loved the “govern me harder daddy part” myself 👏🏼

[@cherokeerookie8973]

This is life not a movie script. Not moved by your acting on this issue. To keep them safe we do what you do to stay safe. Armed guards you hypocrite

[@Bats4lawyer]

Weren’t there armed guards at Uvalde..?

[@NoNegotiations]

@@Bats4lawyer There was a guy with no gun, who didn't know what he was doing. I guess you can call him maintenance guy.

[@pjhey947]

Matthew for PRESIDENT! It’s been awhile since we’ve had such an eloquent speaker. 💕👏💕💕💕💕👏👏👏

[@TrueValience]

Everyone in the country should be required to watch this

[@MrLeonidas0001]

Well if you you run your whole life as an emotional roller coaster this will affect you deeply. Otherwise you can’t have the guns Commie.

[@Hapfletcher]

This is a man who has used 18 guns in 11 of his movies... Hardly the man to place a voice in the gun control issue

[@ba4117]

No thanks

[@MariaSantos-wv4km]

Mathew e Camila, Deus abençoe vocês e sua família! Obrigada pelo consolo que vocês levaram às famílias de Uvalde no momento mais difícil de suas vidas! Deus abençoe América!

[@pottergrant4633]

Maria how are you doing today

[@brandonlarrabee5784]

English

[@kenjinmelle]

@@brandonlarrabee5784 how about you use a translator and not be a dip wad.

[@jonahshmona7366]

@@brandonlarrabee5784 Matthew and Camilla, God bless you and your family! Thank you for the comfort you brought to the families of Uvalde in the most difficult time of their lives! God bless America!

[@c.augustedupin2559]

4:19

[@robertdepesci3418]

what movie is this?

[@Atheist66644]

to keep his bank account he has to read the script

[@anthonyhilyard5414]

I had to pass a behind the wheel and written test to operate an automobile in my country (USA) but children the same age can buy firearms- which have no purpose other than to injure or take a life- with no prior training or screening of any kind. This should not even be a political issue but a basic human right; to feel safe at home. At work or school. To not have to constantly look over your shoulder because our Government would rather argue than protect the lives of the people it is meant to serve. The fact this has been going on for as long as it has is incomprehensible and despicable.

[@Dreson45]

You can push for the “feeling” of safety all day long, and yet we still live in an unsafe world, feelings or not. You use the word “protect.” I agree, we should protect ourselves and others. We don’t protect anything, especially ourselves by leaving it up to others. Our protection, and the protection of our children is entirely our responsibility. The fallacy is that we look to the government to be that protection. Be vigilant in every moment and protect with every tool available.

[@Sherman62]

So you think that training the killer would have made things better? *gulp* He passed multiple background checks, just like the buyer of every single new gun sold in this country. IMO, the questions to ask are "What signs were missed?". "Were there any signs at all?". Sometimes there will not be. There probably were in this case. Assaulting others and hurting animals has been reported. Psychopaths are great at appearing normal and even playing the victim. This killer's neighbor actually felt sorry for him because "His mother picked on him. His grandmother picked on him. EVERYONE picked on him". Turns out, HE was the problem. In the bigger picture, we ARE releasing known violent criminals back onto the street with a slap on the wrist and then breathlessly reporting it when they shoot up an entire city block of people with an illegal gun. That describes a huge percentage of our so-called "gun problem", about 50 times greater than all random mass shooters combined. I suggest we start there.

[@AshtonTheMelon]

Because an automobile isn't required to protect your soverignity, safety, and family. It was literally ARMED parents who stopped this tragedy. Armed parents who were held back by the police, the very government you want to put total faith in, and it was those same police who literally sat outside while children were being slaughtered. The police have no legal obligation to protect you, that is a SCOTUS decision. You claim to not be politically motivated, yet it is your very political biases that sees a solution like this and think the solution is to disembowel the very strength which allowed people stop this massacre. And look at all this arrogance in the face of being manipulated. They are putting this girl's corpse on display to invoke you. They are, by their own words, "making her death matter". Well, how about that. I am so happy we can make a human being such a powerful message. I am glad we will take her shoes to the white house to dangle in front of all our voters. It's easy to look at problems and say "This is the solution." Especially when you have powerful emotions to back it. But the data is consistent. Guns save more lives than they take and you are too blinded by recent events to actually think sincerely about these issues. Even if the laws from this tragedy were to pass, you know what would change? Storage laws and magazine sizes. That's it. You would add a charge to parents who's child broke into their gun safes. That's. All.

[@ledhalenV]

It’s pretty easy to use a firearm. It’s political because some people want to ban guns. It doesn’t have to be political. We stop giving a place for the crazy people to go, and now they live among us. 5% of the population commit 95% of crimes. We need to get the 5% off the streets.

[@Skavingere]

If only our POTUS had the same fervor, passion and determination to inspire progress in responsible gun ownership in this country.

[@joemartinez331]

The GQP will never cooperate with Biden.

[@jacobrhaas]

Our POTUS agrees with every word of what he said, and gave him the podium.... I don't think the current POTUS is a significant impediment to change when it comes to this issue.

[@Skavingere]

@@jacobrhaas - Matthew is delivering a much more effective speech on this uniquely American phenomenon than Biden ever could. Of course Biden agrees with what he said. It’s how overwhelmingly ineffective his administration is at doing something about it that disappoints me.

[@jacobrhaas]

@@Skavingere Biden may be a less effective speaker, he’s not a trained actor after all. But I don’t think there is any sequence of words or use of inflection and emotion in Biden’s speeches that will do much to foster common sense in minds of senators and congressmen who are amused by the phrase “Let’s Go Brandon”. If the GOP would get behind background checks or red flag laws, the bill would already have Biden’s signature on it.

[@John-fc2ue]

He does, he is the reason why the school was unarmed and sitting victims. People like you are the reason for many problems in this country. It is the total stupidity, Nazi values, and resistant to facts which makes this easy. If you have an over, turn it to "broil" and crawl on it to help us ride the world of the stupidity which is you.

[@preston1642]

its insane we havnt done anything man this needs to stop

[@MrLeonidas0001]

Right?! Impeach Joe Biden & repeal all gun laws next. That’s a start 👌🏼

[@theGoodlife119]

Talk about an actor who doesn't care what others think, his career, getting political..he will let his 💓 speak..and Camille his wife at his side .good people..God Bless. Sorry for the friends n family who lost a Loved baby

[@jamesjulius4804]

Mr. Matthew David McConaughey, we thank you for your touching outreach that is primarily geared at controlling the availability, affordability, and accessibility of deadly weapons especially the assault weapons that are made for use in the training of soldiers for the battlefield then for trained soldiers to use these weapons to maintain PEACE in our communities particularly in our homes, on the streets, in our supermarkets, in our schools and in our churches.

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

FACT CHECK: The AR-15 came onto the market available for public purchase in 1959. Over the course of the next 6 years, the US military purchased dozens of them and began to modify them, eventually fabricating a fully automatic version (M-16), performing a battery of testing on it, and eventually naming it the “Official combat rifle of the US Army” in 1965 Therefore, it is the M-16 that is a CIVILIAN STYLE MILITARY WEAPON! Get your facts straight scumbags!

[@mostlypeacefulmisterputin]

FACT CHECK: According to FBI statistics, every year for the last decade, there have been more people beaten to death with hands and feet, than killed by ALL RIFLES COMBINED So when are we going to start issuing “Red Flag” Amputation orders🤔

[@MrLeonidas0001]

Thoughts on the Russian invasion of the Ukraine? Guess they shouldn’t have passed out “assault weapons” to the people when Russia attacked their major cities? Too much thinking?

[@TheStockwell]

The people slamming or making snotty comments about this speech make one thing clear: their belief that a round of ammo is more sacred than a human life - and that this nation is *supposed* to be irredeemably violent and blood soaked. We get it. Message received.

[@bryantf8105]

Billy The Kid for president.

[@M3RKMAFlA]

I've lost faith in humanity, like fr he's using his fame for a good reason yet everyone just hates him for what?

[@M3RKMAFlA]

@@sandysmith3184 and they can also take innocent ones, there needs to be ways of ristricting guns from people who obviously shouldn't have one, idc about taking your guns, we just need to have ways for those who aren't mentally stable to not get them

[@lisabell1399]

@@M3RKMAFlA Because they have hatred in their hearts. They don't care about anyone but themselves and their cold guns

[@M3RKMAFlA]

@@lisabell1399 like I said idc if people have guns, we just need tests and stuff so those who aren't mentally stable aren't able to get one

[@greyjanna]

Thank You, Sir

[@houseofdollzburlesque5012]

I love how he talks to both sides … how they used to. How it should be instead of division it’s asking both sides to do right together

[@MrLeonidas0001]

I will never accept those or their views who want to send men with guns to come & take my guns. Those are the ones who choose violence. But good luck - you commies are gonna need it👌🏼

[@christopheringles5107]

I'm waiting to hear what Alec Baldwin thinks.

[@majas4922]

Better yet gun nuts at NRA

[@andreavanda5402]

Me too!

[@bryantf8105]

It is like teaching children that hitting other children is tolerable so long as they do not hit with a toy or stick in hand.

[@Track1productions]

So were all going to pretend like shes holding the victims shoes? Look with your good eye.

[@OfficialJoeyC]

My heart hurts. Very powerful, we need a change

[@MrLeonidas0001]

Agreed - repeal ALL gun laws 🏴‍☠️🇺🇸

[@BURNi3BURNs]

This is so difficult to listen to... gut wrenching, heart pulling... mind boggling! These tragedies should never happen!

[@clittle1559]

absolutely and these animals shouldNOT be on the front page new all these companies profiting off of one or a bunch of people's tragedys

[@BURNi3BURNs]

@@clittle1559 Disturbing isn't it?!

[@truegirl2anna]

Whether you agree with this American celebrity or not, It’s bizarre he is the one the White House calls in to give a speech. Isn’t that the presidents job to speak like this? Obama never had guest celebrities in the White House. Biden can’t do this?

[@Elly3438]

Why is it bizarre? He was born and grew up in Uvalde. And Biden is probably napping

[@joeroberts805]

Bizarre or manipulative?

[@brianjohnston6667]

No Biden can't. He's too busy sniffing young girls' hair

[@matthewlund5190]

uvalde is his hometown? lmfao

[@Koleys]

Do you even know who trump it 😂 that ship sailed long ago buddy

[@LuisFernando-yd3mx]

Matthew what you said is 100% logical and on point but unfortunately imho it will fall on deaf ears because local, state and national politicians won't allow the start of creation of laws that go down the road of limiting gun ownership and ease of access to weapons especially in such a pro-gun state as Texas. Passing laws, policies, that protect local citizens isn't seen as a sign of progress. Politicians only listen to corporate interests and rich private donors.

[@lacylu7881]

Amen! This man I have so much respect for now!! Thank you so much Sr!!!!!

[@rikubear6549]

Matthew mccnaugheys speech was absolutley moving and gut wrenching. He spoke truth without dividing all of us rather he wanted to unite everyone. My immediate realization after the speech was this: actors are now the peoples representatives. The congress, the house of reps, the president, the courts, the police officers all of them wont listen and do what the people want. Our governing body is no longer of, by and for the people. It takws an actor to represent and relay what the common person thinks and wants done. He is speaking on our behalf. This is truly a fucked up late stage capitalist hellscape. The average person has no voice. That fact alone should motivate us to mobilize. We need to retake our country. Who with me!!!???

[@anthonywhite9212]

Lol actors do not speak for the common people. What world do you live in? This guy is ACTING

[@MrLeonidas0001]

He doesn’t speak for me & you are a Commie if you want red flag laws.

[@Tas0228]

yes he is an amazing "act"or. they picked a good puppet this time.

[@YUMLiberalTears]

“I am convinced that a criminal who wants a firearm can get one through illegal, untraceable, unregistered sources, with or without gun control.” -Senator Joe Biden, 1985

[@tkarlo]

That doesn't mean we need to make it easy.

[@davidturner5131]

@@tkarlo It's not easy. We already have background checks, waiting periods, etc. If.... a criminal.... wants to do something this horrible.... they will find a way... PERIOD. No new laws are going to curb that. We need our schools to be secure.

[@cszzz3975]

Never forget Republicans just voted down a bill about gasoline price gouging

[@thevsteh]

Nice to see some support for Resident Biden from this account. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@desireebalay3331]

@@davidturner5131 actually, that's for dealers not private sellers

[@CLEFAN18]

He nailed it. “We can create laws that help prevent these mass shootings but that ALSO don’t infringe on the 2nd amendment. And it’s really that simple. The current laws that just passed in the house should have been put in place 20 years ago. It’s still not enough.

[@MrLeonidas0001]

We have all these laws & they are all infringements anyway…moot point & also a brain dead take.

[@Rekcha]

@@MrLeonidas0001 The 2nd amendment gives you the right to keep and bear arms for the purposes of a “well-regulated militia”. The “well-regulated” part is important. Everything that was suggested in the video would allow current gun owners to keep their guns, and for responsible gun owners to get more. Nothing is being infringed upon

[@MrLeonidas0001]

@@Rekcha Wrong. Red flag laws are against due process which is the 5th amendment. And all gun laws are infringements so any age restrictions & background checks would definitely be exactly that. You’re welcome.

[@rebecastevens8892]

It all just seems so hopeless. Why do we have to beg for change? Why does the majority need to convince a few? These beautiful babies are never coming home. It’s soul shattering.

[@doughesson]

Why should we punish the law abiding for what a criminal has done?

[@MrLeonidas0001]

Pro choice let me guess?

[@amykins8336]

Take comfort that IF this story is true, which I have my suspicions about all these stories, these babies ARE home. No one can hurt them anymore.

[@1860wtwb]

@@doughesson No one is talking about "punishing" law abiding citizens. They're talking about making it harder for unhinged or dangerous people from walking into a gun shop and getting a gun/ammo/mods easier than they could get these things on the street. And confiscating unregistered firearms over the years after that from whoever is unwilling to register what they already own once given the opportunity. Those would be great first steps.

[@doughesson]

@@1860wtwb Yet nothing you want to see done is being voted on. If I can't get standard capacity magazines (20 rounds) or the firearm that I want carries a 1000% tax as has been proposed, it's a punishment when I've done nothing wrong with my firearms than to shoot deer or throw bullets at paper targets. Criminals will not be hindered by the laws already in effect. What makes you think that they will obey these laws?

[@kimberlywarren5306]

God Bless you for standing for those babies and those heroic teachers .. TEXAS STRONG

[@davidbrannon7619]

100% I'd vote for him over ANY JADED PARTY-POLITICIAN (either side) pushing their skewed-flawed agenda. And if he runs for it in Texas, he IS our next governor. Even if he runs as independent....and I hope he DOES....because we need to stand up FOR THE MIDDLE. (You know, where MOST of us live). Time to CHANGE politics in the USA with a THIRD PARTY CHOICE. Standing ovation for Matthew!

[@nyyankeesbaby7]

Thank you! Beautifully spoken! We love u Matthew!

[@MrLeonidas0001]

He’s a great actor! Too bad this is a braindead political stunt.

[@MrTend0]

The fact that educate these people ethically is the most important. It's all about people and people now can't control themselves by using gun as as their stress relief tools. Talk and act like no-brainer when they own the gun regarding their clear background. The second amendment had out dated, guns doesn't make us united again in current peaceful era, but separating us by hurting and murdering our own people for no reason. I feel proud of him spoke up, and his story and speech had done better than the guy in charge the politic now.

[@rashdaniel6693]

I won't be able to sleep peacefully until the government takes my rights.