Pete Buttigieg Wants to Make America Not Suck... Again?

[@HasanMinhaj]

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[@VCNick]

wtf Hasan? Why are you promoting facial recognition tech? Love you're work, but why are you doing this to us?

[@luizadame7382]

Sucks not to have the views huh?

[@someguyanonymous5171]

I think you didnt use enough hair gel.. but you tried real hard for the lego man look

[@meerapatankar7275]

Great 👍 Hasan finally doing what he does best again!

[@arcanondrum6543]

I'm so tired of no one asking themselves why the MAYOR of a Midwestern university town was not heavily scrutinized by MSM, in fact by almost no one (hint) when he became a Presidential Candidate. Donald Trump had to fake his way through 15 Seasons of a reality TV show before the MSM treated him like a god in 2016. Pete? His fans do the same amount of fact-checking as Donald's fans did : Zero. I'd like to give you all the opportunity to check.... Hint.

[@lifevest1]

We WANT Nerdy. We WANT dorky. We want cabinet members who know what they are doing and don’t have sinister motives.

[@MakeSomeNoisePlaylists]

Word √

[@neutraltoxic]

Hate to brrak it to you, man, but mayor pete only cares about mayor Pete. This is all just stepping stones to the presidency that he's been wanting his whole life and he will sell us all out to get it, just wait. Don't trust people with blind ambition

[@Stranger_In_The_Alps]

Is the “we” in the room with us?

[@george9065]

why would you not want that? ​@@Stranger_In_The_Alps

[@lrs3419]

Absolutely!!

[@deltavega9203]

The library conversation reminds me of the quote, "A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in." societal good.

[@Render20]

Very wise!

[@klmoll]

Yes!

[@molakiya1]

Precisely...our old men today only know to plant trees if they will provide shade for them...

[@robotmuseum]

I visited a tree an ancestor planted in the 1600s that the city takes care of. The tree is older than the USA. Long term thinking isn't in the view of Americans because it is such a young country, a baby culture.

[@PamPamPanda3]

So they plant "metaphorically speaking" only quick growing bamboo, that doesn't root so deep to be able to withstand a flood or a tornado,let alone a hurricane. @@molakiya1

[@yaowsers77]

Holy crap, i was able to sit through this entire interview fully engaged. No insulting someone, intelligent conversation, the interviewer is also well spoken and not asking dumb questions. This is so refreshing!

[@qqwangxin]

kinda a low bar but I fully agree

[@laurag1928]

That is the difference btwn Republicans and Democratic talking points. We have substance and actually want to have conversations to help the American ppl - YOU. we are about America and all it can be. *rump is a desperate criminal who wants to stay out of jail. You’re welcome. The choice this election is clear!

[@rebausa4867]

I watched his Netflix production and found I could relate to him twice. My husband asked how, I couldn't remember. He is a bit manic and/or I'm just out-of-touch (admittedly). I do like Pete a lot!

[@buildintotrains]

It was also highly entertaining the entire time

[@thyristo]

Thank you!

[@tmoore4139]

Probably the BEST Buttigieg interview I have ever seen. You match him in intelligence and curiosity...what a joy to watch two smart people talk about real issues with humor and grace!

[@camerongawd01]

I've never seen a bad Pete interview

[@nicole-xl4nm]

I agree, he tripped Mr.Buttigieg up! 😂❤

[@gailaturner5123]

I just love Mayor Pete, he will eventually be in the oval office.

[@michellefu4002]

Came here to say the same thing. More often, Pete is miles ahead of the interviewed. Hasan actually challenged him with his serious questions. And I love Hasan's comedy, but it wasn't needed here at all.

[@sarahhearn-vonfoerster7401]

@@nicole-xl4nm When?

[@mztee8107]

Has any other Secretary of DOT been so visible? Not! Pete's unique. Bless him.

[@Therese2312]

I ❤ Mayor Pete!

[@BilliRuth40]

And he regularly went on FOX, slaying all their stupidity!

[@MaryDoe-wr1mu]

Mayor Pete ❤❤❤

[@travisroth]

That John Adams quote Pete mentioned: "I must study politics and war that my sons may have liberty to study mathematics and philosophy. My sons ought to study mathematics and philosophy, geography, natural history, naval architecture, navigation, commerce, and agriculture, in order to give their children a right to study painting, poetry, music, architecture, statuary, tapestry, and porcelain."

[@Factsmatter626]

Wow. What a quote. Wow.

[@nikkireigns]

Beautiful

[@SolarMillUSA]

Lol can’t believe Pete wasn’t kidding about the porcelain

[@StellaJean1000]

Thank you.

[@jimstanton891]

Powerful. I believe Churchill offered his own variation with Soldier>Businessman>Artist/Philosopher. Which may have been how Rome fell. We have to look at it not as a transition but as a compounding of layers.

[@Dee-x9f]

This is what good governance looks like. Pete took the DOT appointment, took it seriously, jumped in with both feet, and is not only taking action, but also doing an awesome job of communicating to the American people what DOT is doing with our tax dollars for our benefit. Can you imagine a Trump syncophant appointee in this role?

[@Annabelle10074]

Could not. Hopefully we never have to see that again.

[@Rodrifuuu]

The DoT appointment was payback for helping bury Bernie's campaign. Pete is a Dem part sycophant.

[@Effective_tool_of_Satan]

Good governance? You mean the guy that did nothing to resolve several transportation crisis?

[@OrigamiMarie]

Seriously he went straight from "aawww I didn't get the presidential nomination" to "hey can I have the trains?" and that's the kind of actual civil servant we need.

[@teresitauy3692]

Trumps cabinet appointee depends on who kissed his a** and gives the most money . I can see Elon musk being appointed as one of his appointee. Elon will not spend all that money for nothing . It’s scary thought though . Then there’s Robert Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of health ? 😳 the vaccine denier . The country is screwed.

[@JakeDMaier]

I love Pete. He's so articulate and intelligent. He is very careful with his words, he's polite, gentle, and inspiring. Make him President in 2028/2032.

[@MrBrock314]

2028 would be Kamala's 2nd term if she gets in so it's unlikely he would run against her if she ran.

[@PorLaGraciaDeDios]

There are so many democrats that are of excellent character and intelligence and Pete in one of those.

[@patsanders481]

He's a huge phony.

[@peterarmstrong8613]

@@patsanders481why?

[@tilleulenspiegel2286]

​@@patsanders481based on what evidence?

[@lisamarlow8408]

Everytime I hear an interview with Pete, I feel there is HOPE for the future. He is a true gentleman and seems to know what he talks about. Wish more were like him. Thank you Hasan for having him on. This was a nice interview. And no one mentioned him who will not be named- how refreshing.

[@CaptainCanuck68]

I think the best way to describe Pete is "mindful". He takes a whole lot of things affecting transportation infrastructure. He's big picture and small picture, he's the whole work of art.

[@waytoobiased]

but is he demure??

[@exilion1]

I found this interview, I’m going to say it - delightful. What a refreshing and candid conversation injected with humor and well thought out Q&A. Thank you kindly for this. I’m hopeful Secretary Pete has only just begun as I expect further greatness of him in the future.

[@jkap34]

This is why hasan needs to host the daily show. He's always been great at interviewing and combining comedy into it.

[@bluesnail310]

I was thinking the exact same! Wonderful interview.

[@franciskoalmonte]

Ditto.

[@cherylkatje8602]

I totally agree❣️I still want him for president. He is so smart, balanced, and well-spoken. We have not had that at the helm, more than briefly, for so very long.

[@crystalsmyth8875]

Well said. I agree.

[@KathyTerpstra-zf6so]

He's so good at explaining things and making it easy to understand. Love listening to him. We need more people like this in government who are impressively intellegent and serious about doing his job.

[@daviddempsey8721]

True!!! I also see a difference is that Pete sees his job as improving the wellbeing of the public. Not being more personally loved, forcing wokeness on everyone or “owning the conservatives”….

[@deejane40]

You know, that's how it used to be before the Great divide and hateful people. Pete had to learn all about transportation. And you can totally see he worked hard to learn! If future presidents stop his work, that'll be sad. But the infrastructure bill is the infrastructure package and it is the law. And he said the grant program might be able to be stopped.

[@page446]

YES!

[@nini9630]

I am in my 20s and have never known who our Secretary of Transportation was, Pete Buttigieg HAS COMPLLETELY transformed the role and has actually made our way of life better.

[@PatrickHatcherT]

I’m 59 and didn’t either!

[@Sequaloid]

how? he can’t fix our trains and guarantee high speed rail??

[@corvacopia]

@@SequaloidI’m no fan of Pete, but he can’t guarantee it because a future administration might cut the funding

[@StanleyJohnson-b4v]

No need to take trains if gasoline is cheap. That is what Trump will do. MAGA!

[@PatrickHatcherT]

@ I know you must be joking

[@timboz82]

I didn't know I needed such a video and conversation, and now I regret it was only 30min long. I could listen to Pete for hours, he's such a great communicator. He's got an amazing future ahead of him in Government, regardless of the role(s) he will have (although President Pete would be pretty amazing).

[@baimun]

Pete was a fantastic, transformative, Mayor for our city of South Bend Indiana... and we have been so thankful (and proud) that his intelligence and true public service is making such a positive impact nation wide. Hasan... we have been using the South Shore train from the South Bend Airport directly to downtown Chicago (normally a 2 hour drive) and see the potential for US passenger rail.

[@Louanne204]

Hello from another South Bender. Pete is a marvel, hope I live long enough to see him as POTUS.

[@tracylasseter1285]

Hello from a former citizen of Warsaw! The South Shore train was a major part of my teenage years, being able to go to the museums and not add more cars to the road. Very proud of Pete, being queer from our area was never easy, but SB chose him lead and he is changing minds and making space for the next generation.

[@kendn01]

What few people know about Pete is that a year ago he participated in a triathlon - while working full time, and taking care of a family. This says something fundamental about Pete - most of us, if we wanted to get in shape, would join a gym - Pete goes out and commits to training for a triathlon. This man isn't afraid of any challenge, and has enormous ambition. Watch out for this guy, America - this man is going places. And by the way -- he finished the triathlon.

[@theperfectkingcake4374]

Should we interview his family to determine if he does anything at home 🏡?

[@whodey2112]

​@@theperfectkingcake4374Like what? Care for his kids? Pretty sure he does.

[@aesop1451]

@@theperfectkingcake4374 Sword fight!👉👈

[@daviddempsey8721]

@@theperfectkingcake4374yes, you probably should, to massage that cynicism. Anyone who has heard from Pete much knows he’s very mindful of his family and is considerate to discuss the issues and decide then with reason and compassion.

[@SuperMrSutton]

He's also an accomplished pianist...

[@Pistachio_mini_hotdog]

This is why it pisses me off that people say voting for Kamala is like voting for another evil. Kamala will keep people like Pete butigeg who is doing the work we all rely on

[@mongmanmarkyt2897]

The reason I say "lesser of two evils" is because of statements that have been made about geopolitical issues.

[@Pistachio_mini_hotdog]

@ geopolitics are completely unchangable in this election. Stop muddying the waters. We can change it by degrees but we need adults at the table

[@Icewagner98]

⁠@@Pistachio_mini_hotdogadults at the table? You mean like Sullivan, Blinken and Austin who have gleefully enabled a genocide over the past year? Buttigieg, Raimando and Khan are the only members of cabinet worth anything at all. And it’s genuinely so callous and gross to pretend like foreign policy is some unimportant non-factor here

[@originalname680]

@@Pistachio_mini_hotdogwhy are geopolitics unchangeable? Why can’t Biden or Harris threaten Netanyahu with an arms embargo to allow humanitarian aid to flow into Gaza?

[@joshcusack4735]

@@mongmanmarkyt2897 The reason why you have to vote for "the lesser of two evils" in a political system with only two options, is that to deprive "the lesser of two evils" of votes is to support the greater evil.

[@24n8]

I cannot stop laughing at 0:15 where Pete's face changes as Hasan's joke hits him. Right off the bat, content gold.

[@peachesandpoets]

😂 Poor thing. His face doesn't lie. I'm so happy I was wrong about him in 2020. So gladly wrong.

[@ChristinaMuzzu]

Oh my goodness thank you for bringing me to that moment! Was looking elsewhere the first time. Awesome side eye!😂

[@jldow1236]

make it a meme 🎉

[@alboyer6]

Amazing!

[@OrigamiMarie]

That flip to the suspicious squint was perfect.

[@Studentspeaksout]

Vote for Kamala/Walz and we get to keep Pete in this job as Transportation Secretary!!! Oh, plus Democracy and Civil Rights…😊😊😊😊💙💙💙💙

[@janeblake3144]

Canadian here. I could watch and listen to Mayor Pete all day. 100 more like him please! we need someone like him up here!

[@_CarlosA]

Always love to see Pete's interview. Super smart and well spoken. Hope he stays around doing great work in the coming future.

[@teresitauy3692]

Same here .

[@pattygioffre2366]

No Pete Hate permitted!! Straight white Catholic wife & mom of 4 & I PROUDLY campaigned for Pete in 2020 & cannot wait to do so again when he eventually runs for POTUS!! 💙💙💙🇺🇸❤️🤍💙🇺🇸💙💙💙

[@Starcraftghost]

As a straight woman Catholic, I also cannot wait to vote for Pete.

[@cas9065]

I think him as president would boost the US internationally as well, massively. And nationally this is the one guy who I think could bring bipartisan work for the greater good to action.

[@patsanders481]

I will NEVER vote for Petey.

[@cas9065]

@@patsanders481 Because of his sexual orientation, his policies, or something different?

[@klmoll]

@@patsanders481 I can see you’re stalking this video. So basically trying to foment hate and negativity. We don’t need that. Go 🧌 somewhere else.

[@austinspratt353]

I'm definitely a kamala fan and think she deserves more credit, but damn Pete would be my all-star presidential candidate.

[@lynnhettrick7588]

Pete 2032!

[@ced8668]

I feel the same!

[@LevelofClarity]

💯

[@mshirar]

Can't wait to vote for Pete.

[@moniqueengleman873]

Yes Pete for President next time around ❤

[@Chris.y.0199]

We as a nation have been STARVED of political leaders that can engage in thoughtful and intellectual discourse. Absolutely starved. Pete is the exact type of human being that should be in politics, that should be high office, that should be front and center.

[@JPDAngelo]

Great interview - More has been discussed and explained here than 90% of the larger media outlet interviews I've seen on tv lately.. Kudos to you both - Love Mayor Pete...

[@RebeccaMooney-h1l]

I've loved and supported Pete Buttigieg since the first time I heard him speak. He is brilliant, personable, humble and compassionate. Funny that his presidential campaign guidelines were called "Rules for the Road"- foreshadowing his role at the DOT! I truly believe he will be president one day.

[@pyotrtchaikovsky1840]

+he is also hot/handsome

[@dailyrant4068]

Regardless of what your position is on high speed rail and other projects, we really should highlight his breakdown of private sector vs government. A lot of right wing today is clueless about the difference. I watch all sides and when I go to right wing video comments they always say blanket statements like "government is inefficient". Pete did a great job giving examples of the job is to split between the two based on the needs, and not just take a hard stance. The problem today is everyone sees things as black and white when it's not like that. Nobody should say private sector is always bad, or gov is always bad.

[@shannonphx407]

It also includes the acceptance of the fact that we live in a society that is much bigger than our four walls. Our job is to work for it to make it ever “greater.”

[@5353Jumper]

For profit utility grids are as stupid as government run bakeries. It is all about making logical decisions on which economic model is best for which industry sector. Instead of some irrational loyalty so some word a guy coined in a book 100 years ago that wasn't even intended to be a national scale model.

[@Lor-dn1vz]

Sure government is not very efficient but the answer to that is not no government unless you want to live in a country with third world infrastructure and non-existent public health care and social security and no disaster recovery agencies etc etc. Pay your taxes to fund making the place you live in a better place for future generations rather than letting it fall apart because you may die before it falls apart which is what seems to have become our motto since the 80s.

[@home_eck]

You are so right that we are not us vs. them, and if you are called this, you think that. It's so annoying. I think most of why we believe that we are either/or is the use of the internet to communicate. I hope we learn to work together.

[@felixvelariusbos]

yes yes yes, and there is NUANCE. In the government, there's very often scenarios where you need to actually spend money to save money...or to be more specific, more upfront cost to set *it* up right (whatever *it* is) so that you're over time saving money. You wanna know why XYZ thing in the government isn't working as well as you think it should? Soo many times it's this. The budget is so tight that the department or team or whatever can't do it right, so is holding it together with a couple strands of duct tape, 30% of somebody's time while they're splitting between 5 other projects, and a heck of a lot of hope that it won't collapse very fast. That's not an efficient way to spend money! AND it doesn't lead to good services. Granted that's not just a government thing; you'll see it in private sector to. JUST SAYING THERE'S NUANCE HERE.

[@XCFanatic]

When I took my 17 year old son (from the Midwest) on his first train trip from Wilmington, DE into NYC Grand Central, he looked around, felt the energy and said "I love New York!" We love mass transit and how it connects us with humanity. Thank you, Mayor Pete!

[@NewYorkRecordingsNYC]

There isn’t a train directly from Wilmington to Grand Central

[@darliheanacho9461]

​@@NewYorkRecordingsNYC"directly" is your word, not hers.

[@BEAST.420G]

You should take him to Europe - a place where public transportation actually works! NYC transit is a joke in comparison with, say, Denmark.

[@tinawong7825]

I learned so much about people riding the bus as a kid in Oakland CA back in the 60's

[@jeniferdietz787]

MAN!!! I LOVE this man! His excitement and very clear love of this country and those of us fortunate to live here. So proud he's is a fellow Michigander!!

[@dakotac180]

I've never clicked so fast for this. These two together are great. Pete did good with keeping Hasan on track.

[@RiverOfSource]

I’m not even American and I love Pete! He makes it easy to understand without simplifying and because he has a platform in his own mindset, he doesn’t need to use a “left” or a “right” to justify his perspectives; one really needs to KNOW for himself in order to be able to communicate clearly and his consistent messaging is constantly evolving as he engages with different personalities and various platforms~ Pete- Thank You for being effective with passion, faith and clarity. Namaste an Blessings always to you and your family…so much respect for your work

[@drumjod]

He really is impressive in the way he communicates. Pete is a huge inspiration for me and I'd love to see more people like him in politics. I'd love to see more people who communicate and speak thoughtfully throughout society and the world, actually. His moment at the end where he didn't last through the 2 minutes of silence got me thinking though. If he doesn't currently meditate or allow himself any downtime of silence to himself, what kind of effect would daily meditation have on him? On one hand, I've heard that meditation and finding acceptance of "what is" can, in some cases, lead a person to feel less driven to make changes. On the other hand, I believe that meditation and insight gained through this can lead to powerful personal development and wisdom. This was the main thing on my mind after watching this video and seeing your comment motivated me to say it out loud.

[@stephaniebalducci6248]

I hope he can get some peaceful reflection in, but he's got a lot on his plate. Especially now! Having a young family is wonderful but not always relaxing. 😂

[@drumjod]

@@stephaniebalducci6248 Absolutely. I keep hearing from sources I trust that moments of peaceful introspection and mindfulness are beneficial for all of us. I'm pretty convinced that this is true and I'm still working on that myself.

[@IndomitableAde]

His detractors would call that "flip-flopping," but that's only because they don't grasp the concept of personal growth through learning.

[@neworderadherent]

Pete is everything i want in a leader. Young, energetic, charismatic and most importantly a person who's able to make proper decisions of the good of the country. I hope to see him sitting in the oval office some day!

[@patsanders481]

Not me.

[@MilesMancinelli]

@@patsanders481That’s okay. Luckily it’s not only about you :)

[@patsanders481]

@@MilesMancinelli I know very well that not much is about me. It's about the country and I don't find Pete to be credible. I wonder how Hasan feels. 🤔

[@michaelfearns4085]

This guy should be president- not 2024, obviously, but he is an asset in every sense. How many transport secretary’s get sent out as campaigning proxy trailblazers…? My concern in respect of him is not ‘Will his time come..?’, but how long can you keep a guy with his level of communication talent, strategic awareness/focus and (literally in his earlier career) cool and poise under fire away from the best that the private sector has to offer… The guy has no fear and the intellectual game to back it.

[@aoford5351]

He is not interested in the private sector. He has been there, done that. And you’re right: we are so, so lucky to have him!

[@patsanders481]

He won't get my vote and I am as progressive as they come.

[@michaelfearns4085]

I didn’t know he was ‘post private sector’, to be honest I’ve thought of the guy as totally public sector focused. Do you know what he did? Of course I could be wrong, have just gotten the impression that the money alone is not enough for a man like him- he’d need to stand for the bigger picture as well. The ‘algo’ isn’t highlighting these interviews because any of my ‘progressive values’ are lacking- I just think we need to focus on unifying figures. I’d much rather have Bernie, but Mayor Pete seems able to communicate with both sides of the isle. I’d worry that people would call him ‘2-faced’ as a consequence (not myself- having broad appeal is not only desirable but seriously necessary at this point!!!)

[@aoford5351]

@@michaelfearns4085 Pete Buttigieg worked at McKinsey and Co. for three years after graduation and before running for mayor. He found it unfulfilling.

[@MarthaDwyer]

​@michaelfearns4085 Right out of Oxford he worked at McKinsey for 3 years and decided it wasn't for him and he wanted to work in the public sector so he quit and ran for Treasurer in Indiana and he was solidly defeated. Then he ran for mayor of South Bend, his home town. Both his parents taught at Notre Dame and his Dad was the head of the English Department. Read his book, and then read his husband. Chasten's book. Both are very good.

[@SouthCountyGal]

Forget 1 minute and 20 seconds; Pete made it less than 10 seconds before he started fidgeting. Now we know how he gets so much done in a day! Great interview!

[@marcusstucki1580]

Hasaj deserves the Daily Show job. Hard hitting, critical, and smart wrapped in humor. The New Yorker garbage was an excuse not a reason. Keep it up! We all see your excellence.

[@AlxParrish]

I think he is the most deserving of course. I loved his show on Netflix.

[@Tonyhouse1168]

Pete could’ve done any job in the government. They asked him to do transportation and now he’s the best guy to do it. Imagine if he gets ambitious; we can have an awesome President after Harris’ 2 terms

[@hundredfireify]

Heck yeah. Would love to see a Bernie Sanders somewhere in there. Or at least a VP Sanders.

[@chuckysmom4142]

Yes, it’s clear he’s studied our transportation system and is working very hard to improve it. These are the type of people we need in politics, in government. Not all talk, but actual substance.

[@krishnamehta1340]

@@hundredfireify He'll be 91 when Harris is done. I think we should let him retire.

[@LoFiAxolotl]

i mean he already ran in the primaries in 2020... he didn't make it because for some reason the DNC thought Biden was the better candidate over Pete or Bernie... i would've absolutely voted for him... but i can not in good conscience give my vote to Kamala and i could not in good conscience give my vote to Biden... Would love to see Pete as the President with someone like AOC as his VP they would actually get shit done... but instead we're stuck with a never ending cycle of ineffective presidents and candidates who loves the status quo as much as JD Vance loves his couch

[@Devoncs]

He was ambitious and destroyed Harris and Biden during the last Democrat Primary. I chose him in 2020 and am still butthurt about the lack of having the option of voting for him again in 2024.

[@shannonphx407]

Pete is a phenomenal communicator. He thoroughly explains an issue in its historical context in plain language without being patronizing. I hope we’re lucky enough to have him as president someday.

[@argentinemaniac]

I. cant. at. all. understand. how our current election and dare I say politics is even close. here is an example of what we all truly want from our government. we want it made up of Public Servants. with know how. with commitment. Pete Buttigieg is the man. look forward to his presidency.

[@vanontom]

One third of the country has a functioning brain and wants to build intelligently. One third wants someone to tell them what to think (sorry, TV man said no). One third thinks "they're all the same, I'm not voting" because ignorance is bliss.

[@rah0210]

"The average driver thinks they're better than the average driver" is funny and true.

[@coalkey8019]

12:42 "I could try it in Congress" had me DYING

[@kathleenlogan6917]

I adore Pete. He's the real deal, and I'm so glad more and more people are starting to see what I've known for many years.

[@aorihanazari524]

People saw his promise but thought he was too young and inexperienced to do it. As SDT, he's had more time to mature and leave an even bigger mark on the landscape of US politics. Glad that he stuck around and that his skills are only ever growing.

[@LDC4th]

I’m hopeful for a Sec. State appointment in the Harris Administration…

[@artistegrosse66]

@@LDC4ththen President in 8 years

[@artistegrosse66]

50yo

[@vinylcabasse]

same. i was in full support of him over on the NUMTOTS group too when he was running in 2020, but everyone else there seemed to abhor him.

[@craigborrenpohl1233]

Vote Harris so this man can continue to do amazing work within our country.

[@1ycan-eu9ji]

He has done nothing, Harris has done nothing

[@craigborrenpohl1233]

@ drunk uncle has entered the chat. Exactly which week of Trump’s administration was infrastructure week? 2021 IIJA 2022 CHIPS Act Recovery from pandemic outpacing rest of western world. Public / private partnerships allowing for US to send astronauts to space again.

[@1ycan-eu9ji]

@@craigborrenpohl1233 Harris is an indian national, where is "her" birth certificate?

[@Apheleion]

@@1ycan-eu9ji she was born in Oakland California, she is a citizen.

[@1ycan-eu9ji]

@@Apheleion that's what the democrats say, I haven't seen her birth certificate

[@AdamAragon]

I would trip over my cat rushing to vote for Pete for Prez - I'm totally cool w/ Kamala. But God this guy just seems like even more of what we need...

[@BEAST.420G]

Which is precisely why he won't ever be a primary candidate (unfortunately). Look what happened to Bernie. The people we need aren't even given a fair chance, instead they are pushed out by corrupt evil such as Trump and Clinton. What we need now are buffoons running the country, to show America what a failure it is. The entire system is flawed. There are no rules, you aren't held accountable for anything. All-round the USA is a huge fuckin joke. Can't wait until the world realizes that America is a 3rd world shitty country, was once a power leader, and yet now a clown show. Things will only change on the day Americans realize they aren't the most important, nor the best, nor the center of the universe. If more Americans would travel the world, and be less patriotic and idiotic, then maybe there's a chance. As an American, I'm staying my ass in Europe with no plans to return. Such a shit country.

[@catche85]

Kamala is as good as Pete when she actually gets an opportunity and a space to speak like this - casually and in an exploratory manner. She did a small town hall type conversation with a group of black mothers I think, talking all about her views and work on re-entry programs. It was very similar to this, talking about inputs, outputs, where policies came from, what is possible, why its important.... the problem with politics is that we don't let people just talk like normal people.

[@exilhamburger4802]

Regarding upgrading the rail system in Germany. Our DB (basically german rail) had to basically close down the train station in cologne, which is the MAJOR transportation hub in Northrhine-Westphalia, where train from Munich or others cities in the south go further into the north towards Hamburg etc, while also being a major east west tranportation center, with trains going towards France, Belgium and the Netherlands. It has been chaotic...

[@michaelbrockman5742]

I could listen to Pete everyday. He is so engaging and bright. American would be so lucky to have him be our President.

[@vickihiggins1580]

Great chemistry between these two. So smart, and funny and informative.

[@annestewart5741]

They're both truly decent people. Wonderful!!

[@moyoonanuga4495]

This guy is freaking impressive.

[@GSBarlev]

That John Adams quote at 16:05 is *everything,* and I'd hope that's a point that resonates, even among radical individualists. Even if you're only in it for yourself and yours... do you really want your children and your children's children growing up in a world where everyone is constantly at each other's throats, fighting over an ever-dwindling scrap heap?

[@GSBarlev]

The full quote: "I must study politics and war that my sons may have liberty to study mathematics and philosophy. My sons ought to study mathematics and philosophy, geography, natural history, naval architecture, navigation, commerce and agriculture in order to give their children a right to study painting, poetry, music, architecture, statuary, tapestry, and porcelain."

[@ViktorLoR_Mainu]

The point of getting capital is that it won't be _my_ kids playing in scrap heaps; they'll have their own cars when they turn 16/18. Why care about everyone else? My empathy only extendsd to myself, my close friends, and my family (young p star wife not included) (nor the kids) (nor close friends)

[@heathertaylor-nicholson9387]

Excellent interview! Bright, articulate without bashing the other side too much, and I like the fact Sec. Buttigieg is also being honest aout the problems and attitudes that need to be resolved and changed for some of the projects to happen, such as AI driving and vehicular control by robots etc.

[@socaliguy81]

Pete was by far the best choice in 2020. I'm so sick of the DNC shoving candidates down our throats. Just like in 2016 when they forced Hillary on us over Bernie, if Trump wins, it is partly on the DNC and their lack of ranked choice voting. I know many people on both sides of the political spectrum who love Pete and I hope he runs in 2028 or 20232.

[@kaydgee]

Two articulate men who actually listen to each other. Terrific interview and great way to begin my day - Thank you!

[@angel2bx609]

Pete Buttigieg is one of the most awesome human beings i have ever seen in politics. Really liked seeing him in a more casual interview, but even then nothing gets by him. It is cool to watch his mind work so fast 😁

[@drumjod]

Agreed completely. It was also interesting seeing him react to some of the jokes Hassan was trying to make. I feel like sometimes Hassan was just interrupting, but the jokes weren't necessarily clever, so Pete's reaction was often a really awkward laugh from discomfort instead of a natural laugh.

[@ilovethe80sNW]

Pete IS the Explainer-In-Chief!!! ❤❤❤

[@GioYoLOL]

I have never gotten goosebumps while watching an interview like this before. Can we please get more public servants like this??? GREAT interview Mr. Minhaj!

[@harrywang6792]

The biggest problem with public transportation is not connecting the cities, but robust connection within the citices. 99% of U.S. cities is simply not walkable. If even a rail between Dallas to Houston is build today, no one would use it. Because you still need car to get around the city. What are you supposed to do after you get off a train station in Houston today lol.

[@CarrieNign]

Maybe an influx of visitors via rail would be the motivation to boost local public transportation in tandem.

[@boy638]

0:17 the skeptical face transition is great

[@pleasestopscreaming]

>____>

[@ryanjohnson6272]

That should be a gif 😂

[@mollyfurball]

Haha... like he sensed it coming... sharp, Pete. Hahaha

[@sophelet]

He's a very expressive person, and has a great sense of humor.

[@RLeaguer_Saint]

Genuinely inspiring. Are you mature enough as a society America to recognise the fundamental, transformative difference a guy like this could have on your country. Sadly, I doubt it, and unfortunately that would apply to my country too. He seems destined to be another of the greatest presidents America has never had.

[@katherineward7709]

Oh we know how great he is and will gladly put him in greater positions of government.

[@puppyandkittygames]

Both Pete and Hasan did a good job in this interview. Both are very intelligently speaking. I really enjoyed this, and Pete answered every single question. I agree we need more funding for our infrastructure, but it's just so expensive to build anything in U.S.

[@rossbearson3761]

“A little espresso shot of dictatorship”😂 I Lol’d as much as I learned. Great content!

[@johnmckiernan1177]

Pete is the most down to earth politician I have ever seen in my entire life. I’m loving his energy

[@Sunluvr1]

Pete is an amazing communicator !!!

[@Ferinex_666]

"How did America go from being great at this thing to being horrible at this thing?" The answer to that question is almost always Reagan and Republicans.

[@maryrosekent8223]

Absolutely, 100%. No more movie-star presidents. Also, no more 🍊💩 presidents!

[@5353Jumper]

Right wing political spectrum globally is the cause of 95% of problems society faces today.

[@danarzechula3769]

Yepyep

[@Lor-dn1vz]

Trickle down economics... never worked yet somehow popular.

[@5353Jumper]

@Lor-dn1vz before trickle down money was flowing down. They figured out how to turn it into a trickle and somehow convinced the citizens that was a good thing.

[@audibleseekz]

Honestly, he lasted in that moment of zen much longer than I expected. Shout out to you, Mayor Pete!

[@alyalayla999]

loved even more that he didn't try to fake being into it. he's amazing ❤

[@maseengmasitha6212]

😂😂😂😂😂😂that was hilarious

[@vickischlegel2309]

Pete is one of the best communicator of our time. He has such a gift, he does not get rattled, stays on point while not insulting people.

[@So_It_Is256]

Pete is one of my favorite thinkers and doers out there today. Thankful for his insight, communication skillset, and eye toward progress

[@arpeggi2999]

I am watching this with a little sadness hoping that this isn't one of the last videos with an intelligent well spoken cabinet member.

[@jenleone2643]

He’ll lead from anywhere. But I get it!

[@SusanDollar]

I believe we got this. Americans are ready for a Harris Presidency. Women are pissed and 45 is collapsing.

[@Miserableatbest303]

its even worse than just unintelligent and horribly spoken. rfk running healthcare and Matt Gaetz as AG. Were pretty fucked.

[@katielewis6128]

I've never laughed so hard at a Hasan Minhaj interview than Sec Pete's forced quiet time LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

[@pleasestopscreaming]

A min and 20 seconds lolol

[@GSBarlev]

@@pleasestopscreaming Incredibly relatable 😆

[@Scorpia161]

you could for sure see him cracking lol

[@krystofdayne]

He looked soooo uncomfortable lmao

[@mutekuro]

Pete’s adhd and intrusive thoughts got the best of him 😂😂😂. The man could not sit still.

[@baydenthomas6241]

Gee.. i could listen to this man talk all day 😍

[@rabbit251]

What I hate is that my state Wisconsin used their gas tax to improve roads, but other states like Pennsylvania diverted their money to the state budget and let their infrastructure go. Seems highly unfair. Same is Florida AND Texas allow people build in known flood areas and then surprise, when they flood they want FEMA to bail them out.

[@k5935]

probably the best half-hour interview i’ve ever managed to sit through in recent memory.. great job!!

[@animator-aditya]

"It's gonna happen!... ... probably." I lost it.

[@DonaldRichards1]

Too good. I don't think I have ever seen a politican add 'probably' at the end of their statement in my life. I would vote for someone that ran on 'probably' or 'maybe'. 'Yes we can, probably'.

[@ninja_tony]

@@DonaldRichards1 me too! lol “Hope! Or…whatever” 😂

[@savannahs8914]

Thank GOD someone finally mentioned building transportation infrastructure used to be fast because we were HURTING PEOPLE

[@towanda1067]

????

[@oldanslo]

Also contrast the current views on public education and public health. One side is trying to tear down the public good of education for all while the other side is trying to build up the public good of healthcare for all.

[@kingart10]

Pete, it's on you now bud. We need yah in 4 years. Rest up big fella, you're going to need it!

[@freethinksman4393]

I wanted Pete for Prez in 2020. I want him even more now. His focus on the future while the present is so out of control is the exact kind of perspective we desperately need.

[@foomp]

I still stand by the idea that he hadn't proven himself to be POTUS ready back in 2020. The opportunity he was given at the DoT though has exponentially allowed him to not just put himself in front of the American people in an intelligent and likeable way, but it also lets people see how capable he is at doing his job. I'd argue it probably gave him experiences that honed his craft of being a politician in ways he never would have gotten otherwise. It more than earned him the respect he has today. The man has exceeded any impossible challenge in today's politics. I sincerely hope he becomes the face of America in the future.

[@empathry]

Without a doubt. His time will come.

[@CJ-oi7zm]

The excuse or expectation of proving oneself to be Pres is ridiculous. Look at Obama or trump, neither one had the experience or qualifications but won elections

[@IndomitableAde]

Hmm, but he's a veteran. Don't Americans love that? He speaks multiple languages and is intelligent. Don't Americans _say_ they love that? He's from a small Midwestern city and Americans _love_ that. Pete ran for president at a time when being openly gay was frowned upon, and which engenders hate, fear and shame in some Americans no matter how even-tempered, intelligent and valorous Pete is. Sad.

[@empathry]

@@IndomitableAde politics. America is not ready to accept a gay VP, let alone presidential candidate. Otherwise Kamala would have picked him as running mate. For that matter, she is facing such a challenge because America is not ok with a woman president either. As you say - sad that such a progressive country is so regressive at the core

[@lifeandfaith]

Buttigieg is the best, man. I'm glad I clicked on this.

[@wackman123]

I absolutely love this series. Such good questions with people who actually answer them for the most part and have good spirited laughs

[@boomboommeow1004]

Really great interview. Sometimes I think Hasan struggles to strike a balance between how serious he comes across and then undermines himself with his own humor. But he did a great job striking a balance here. Buttigieg is also an A+ guest to have on. What a guy, so refreshing to listen to.

[@ernesthumphrey2219]

Crazy helpful interesting discussion. Thanks so much. Sure hopeful. We will be able to fund these projects and have the right leaders to lead‼️🇺🇸

[@rabbit251]

If Harris wins hope she keeps Pete as Transport Sec. Much better Chow when trump was president.

[@goosetown-47]

PETE is a once in a generation mind. Like Tom Jefferson. Like Abraham L. Like FDR. Like Clinton and Michelle Obama. He must be our President.

[@The_king567]

He will never be my president

[@Kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk-r1y]

only thing I hat about clinton is obvious other than that his reign was pretty good

[@sunflowering127]

I loved this it gave me hope for the future. Thank you, Hasan, and hats off to Pete. Thanks for doing the work!! A true patriot. ❤

[@barbwinkler2291]

Pete is a true patriot-he is enchanting to listen to!

[@gljames24]

Love Pete Buttigieg! Let's build High Speed Rail!

[@MixMeMcGee]

I misread as highschool rail - but I if Pete suggested it I bet it could be helpful. lol

[@MakeSomeNoisePlaylists]

Dude, you are still in America 🤣😂

[@sharongillesp]

I visited Japan in 1973 as a student, where they already had high-speed trains, known as BULLET trains. 51 years later we still haven’t reached that level. And in less than 35 years CHINA has surpassed Japan by one-hundred fold+. The USA is at least 100 years BEHIND! The USA is behind in two words. RACISM. GREED.

[@sharongillesp]

We grew in our populations, businesses and whyte nationalist hate groups - … but wages didn’t grow, housing didn’t grow, healthcare didn’t grow, opportunities for ALL, didn’t grow.

[@sharongillesp]

Hire China - they could do it in less than 10 years.

[@carolsmoker2288]

I'd not visited your channel before; I clicked on the icon because Pete is always so interesting. This was a wonderful interview; I joined your channel. Walter Cronkite said ,"Whatever the cost of our libraries, the price is cheap compared to that of an ignorant nation.” I agree with his philosophy totally, and extend it to the newspaper rolled up on the front porch every morning. While we're so blessed to have innovators and entrepreneurs moving us forward, reading without blue light and screen time might be an aspect of "back in the day" to revisit :)

[@ValueTech]

The German concept of a _Generalsanierung_ (overall refurbishment), shutting down an entire section of rail for several months, is definitely tough for their users: commuters, travelers and cargo. But on the other hand... It would take a decade to fix all the problems the traditional way, cost much more and the positive effects are gained much earlier. Let's say the rail line is in a bad overall condition: Tracks, ballast, signaling, catenary, bridges, tunnels. If you fix it one at a time, the service quality doesn't really improve at the beginning. You may have top-notch signaling, but still face delays because of bad tracks or broken switches for years to come.

[@idaseitter8007]

This man is ready. I can't wait for 2032.

[@darkwoodmovies]

Probably 2040, if Harris wins the most likely outcome will be a Republican for the 8 years after.

[@home_eck]

Thank you Hasan. Pete my man! It's oke to close your eyes. Two minutes can do a lot to refresh a person! Much love.

[@heathernelson6394]

That was a pretty noisy minute and a half, lol. A starting bell, a soft ambient sound (maybe nature sounds that don't loop to engage him), and an ending bell. You were so close, Hassan! It was a very nice gift to give that insanely busy man. 👏

[@lisamarlow8408]

Maybe a good thing he doesn’t want to let go right now. Seems he knows his body well enough to take care of it. We each have our own ways to relax. Just saying….😊

[@linagerrby7523]

And the 2025 project baseline of getting rid of experts in thier field to replace them with loyal goons I think would impact transportation a whole lot. Not seeing thousands of engineers getting those jobs, might be wrong...

[@valdeniasimmons2935]

Exactly!!! I worked for Food an Drug Admin for a couple of years back in the 80's and the nerd analysts who helped make up the agency loved their work and anonymity. Replacing them with sycophants bent and determined to wreck the agency and their work is a devastating thought.

[@mztee8107]

Respect for Pete. Intelligent. Articulate. Honest. Grounded. Humble. Praying he'll be POTUS one day.

[@lorissajowers1766]

Pete’s immediate eye narrowing when he caught on to Hasan’s joke 😂

[@TomLloyd-18]

What a gr8 interview. My brain hasn't had this much stimulation in . . . Years.

[@nocheesecheesy6096]

Love the aviation investment reference, the USPS air mail pilots were pioneers who paved the skyways for commercial flight through public service and sacrifice

[@DolanIre_blackhair]

Petes been my man since day 1. Im saving my 2020 PB t shirt for 2028. I cant help it i just like smart thoughtful people.

[@Susan-r2m]

He was the first candidate I ever donated to - support him 100%!

[@leslielevy250]

Save it for 2032...Harris/Walz will have 2 terms.

[@DolanIre_blackhair]

@@leslielevy250 oh yea... bad math. Pete for2032...

[@JazzyJaz11]

Exactly!​@@leslielevy250

[@kiwihame]

Brilliant interview. America! Please make this guy President! (Pete, not Hasan) His slogan could be "Let's get shit done" HE would get it done! Well done, both of you.

[@tomkenney5365]

It's a joy listening to someone so intelligent, yet humble and respectful. He needs to be president, in time. And, I'll bet he could have done an amazing Awkward Pause.

[@bluesnail310]

Absolutely wonderful interview, this was refreshing and exciting at the same time. Just truly great.

[@chennanmao]

Trains and automated cars isn't just about the human lives saved. It's the billions of hours of human TIME saved as well. The amount of time we spend driving is insane.

[@HeatherFaraMS]

exactly...but as a car dependent mother...just getting kids to school, to work on time, handling doctor appointments, and making sure there are groceries...the value propositions here fall short every time. These models only serve childless, two parent, upper income families.

[@chennanmao]

@@HeatherFaraMS Being car dependent isn't a property of the person or lifestyle but of our infrastructure. The reason it is a headache is because everything is far apart and only accessible by road. We provide no other way to access society other than cars. This model works very well in other countries and I hope we get to experience here one day.

[@The_king567]

Lies

[@MikeBarbre]

The competence, the innate intelligence, the knowledge of each subject -- gotta love this guy.

[@neptuned4746]

Pete, if you ever run for president you already have my vote.. Look, I understand Tim was a "Safe Choice" for Kamala, but I still feel like you would have made a hell of a Vice President. I get the same feeling about you as I did the first time I heard Obama speak, I just feel like we're looking at a future president.