The image of John in a DFTBA shirt chanting "so are we done here yet so are we done here yet" at a conference table with a bunch of rich businessmen in suits is the most hilarious imagery I've had all day, thank you.
To any women reading this comment thread: *RUN FOR OFFICE!* Women win elections in equal proportion to men when they run. The reason we have so few female public officials is that fewer women than men run for office.
yes! and if you’re a woman reading this thinking ur unqualified or xyz other reason-yeah! thats the thing! men run for things theyre unqualified for all the time-and win-and women don’t!! tell yourself: “if i had the confidence of any of the mediocre white men in office right now, would i be doing the thing?” and if the answer is yes DO THE THING
@@crstph Though, I don't think you should actually do stuff that you think that you're unqualified for. Can't we just have qualified people running for office and winning? That would make the world so much better.
@@Aurora-oe2qp it would but sadly you can't undue the Dunning-Kreuger effect and make incompetent people stop being confident. The next best thing is try and improve the world despite your insecurities and grow as you do so
I ran against a 20 year incumbent state rep. last year as a 19 year old who is part of the minority party in my area, and I can say that running for office on a local state level involves a lot of walking, shaking hands, realizing that you have no idea how to solve these issues whiling trying to make it look like you do, and meeting a lot of really nice and cool people with a small amount of people who just want to be left alone. Over all it was a really good experience I think. I really grew as person during that time
I think that's awesome. I remember watching Daniel walk from house to house, knocking on doors and shaking hands, and I just COULD NOT BELIEVE his ability to do it. To me, being able to do that is like a superpower. I really admire you! Good luck. -John
Props to you! I had full-body goosebumps while watching this video. I think I would love being a policymaker and I would love to serve in public office. Sadly, the actually running for office part terrifies me and I don't think I'll ever do it.
My dad tried to run for city counsel twice when I was in high school and lost because he was up against incumbents and no one in my area cares about local politics. Believe me, I understand the special kind of awful campaigning is.
I'm an Illinois resident and Daniel Biss actually worked with one of my friends on that conversion therapy bill. I'm so thankful this man is in my state
Wow, that's a great question. If asked to serve my state or my country, I really hope that I would have the courage and integrity to say yes. But on the other hand, that sounds like a lot of meetings. -John
I feel like that's going to be John's response to anyone who asks him for a favor: "I would love to help you out, but... that sounds like a lot of meetings."
There's a piece in The Hill today on Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) where she's quoted as saying, "We're here to help people, and if we're not doing that we should go the f**k home." More of that, please.
Yeah, a few years ago we had 2 former governors in prison all at the same time. Ah, Illinois, the only state where someone asking about a former governor in prison prompts the response "Which one?"
This pingpong-trick sounds awesome! I might change it up a bit, and invite people I want to have a serious conversation with to play Settlers of Catan! Thanks, John!
Would you consider doing a video about muy country Venezuela? I know news are stressful but Many things are happening there, the government recently did a self-coup and there is many social chaos. I think this is an issue that more people should know about and I really would like to see yours or Hank´s take on it.
Otro Venezolano! Yeah, I think "Venezuela explained" is wayyyy to broad a topic for a 6-10 minute video (thats how long the educational videos tend to be) but maybe last weeks Coup (as you said) and some context or an explanation of the political parties or all the malevolent and evil things the Chavist regime is doing. Buen dia pana, DFTBA
It makes me sad that this video filled me with anxiety...I used to love thinking about politics and now just the mention of anything political, even by John, makes me feel sick.
It's just like how Socrates said. Those who are truly qualified to exercise power, and understand the great responsibilities of doing so, are often those who do not want to be in power. John Green is such a person. Those who think they are qualified to exercise, those who think they are capable of holding great responsibilities, are often neither qualified or responsible people, but the ones in power anyways. Both presidential nominees of the most recent US election are clear examples of this.
I want to be in a political office (because I think I'd do a good job governing and listening to the concerns of my constituents whilst also weighing up ethical concerns), but I don't want to run for office, because I think I'd be a bad politician. It seems sad that our political system tends to favor those who are good at running for office and not necessarily those who are good at governing.
Daniel Biss didn't run in my county so I wasn't able to vote for him but I did give to his campaign and read over many of his positions, and as long he stands up to Madigan and Rauner I'll be happy to finally be able to vote for him
Great question. I dunno. I'd like to think I would serve my state or country if called upon, but on the other hand...it seems like a lot of meetings. -John
"We desperately need those people in office". No John, we desperately need YOU in office. I, among many others (I suspect), respect you way too much to let you off the hook for this. Really?! You don't want to do it because it is hard and difficult? You've dedicated your success to making the world a better place, surely not because it was the easiest course of action or personally expedient. Running for public office would give you the pulpit to institute real changes that can directly and significantly improve the lives of others. What angers me the most about this video and your reluctance to seek any public office is that if you ran, regardless of the office that you'd seek, you'd probably win. Through this platform, you have brought togeather individuals from all walks of life and you possess a charisma that draws people to you and your ideas. You're incredibly bright and have proven, throughout your career, your benevolence. It's fine if you are reluctant, but know this, your leadership is DESPRETLY wanted and NEEDED. Your notoriety affords you a unique opportunity to lead and while you have done so incredibly through this medium, it pales in comparison to what you could do in office. John, you have the ability to dramatically change the world for the better, but it is ultimately up to you whether you choose to answer the call. I sincerely hope that you reconsider.
As a person who currently lives in Illinois, I can wholeheartedly say that we have the worst state government. Tons of money gets shoveled in through taxes and our roads are still under construction all year every year and our schools are still under-funded.
There has always been a strong derision among intellectuals towards running for office. I think its a great shame, analogous to mathematicians pursuing jobs in investment as opposed to the contributions they could offer in the fields of Science. The problem is, *these jobs exist*. They have a tangible effect on our lives, and if good, intelligent people don't fill these roles than foolish easily corrupted ones will. And we all suffer for it.
This is why I don't believe in our government. Participation in it scares away great people like John, and too many of the people who are willing to participate are willing to do so for the wrong reasons. They accept a great salary, with great benefits and a great title only to act as a puppet for the people who were rich enough to support their candidacy.
It's a compliment asking you that. I think you and Hank would make great politicians but would also be great at many jobs, I personally think you guys should be the designated vloggers for the Mountain Goats
That is a very polite reply, John, where a much less polite one could've been given considering the openness for insult-implication in that question. As someone in customer service, I applaud you.
Yes! So excited for crash course literature! And 1984 is probably my favorite book that I read for school during high school. My favorite college ones are Cat's Cradle and Death and the Maiden, which is technically a play but is still amazing and would make a great addition to the next cc series.
I'm going to keep an eye on things - this is more important than fandom or name recognition (despite often seeming to revolve around just those things) - but so far I'm right there with you. Also, all that's wrong with this state aside, I've had much less trouble with things involving government/law/legal beurocracy since moving to Illinois than I did in Kentucky or hear about from my sister in St. Louis, Missouri.
I am very excited about Crash Course Literature doing 1984! Its one of my favourite books and I have wanted Crash Course to do it since the series started.
My 23 year old sister is running for freaking city council and the amount of money she has to raise is ridiculous. Apparently everyone told her that she should wait a year or two to get more experience and save up some money but after the election she decided to take action now. It's nice to hear about other non-corrupt politicians she might someday get to work with. Great vid as always, John.
John, I completely understand and agree with your reasoning for not running for office. But you should do it anyway. Hear me out. I promise to only pitch this once. If you're unconvinced afterwards, I'll never mention it again. We need more people like you in office. Those willing to listen to people, and especially people willing to listen to those they disagree with. You excel at this. We need people willing to realize that the world is a complex place and that people are complex beings. Look at all the stuff you've done without being office. All the charity work, VidCon, and generally making this planet a better place to be. Imagine would you could do in office. John, I've never voted. I never plan to vote. But if you were to run in a district I could vote in, I'd sign up and vote for you in a heartbeat. If that doesn't say something, I don't know what would. So, please, reconsider. You could do amazing things in office. And if you get to a high enough office, you could place an executive order to ban all meetings! That alone should make it worthwhile, no?
And again when I say Republicans i mean the republican party as a whole. There are several Republican individuals that I frankly like and respect though they are far and few in-between these days. Many more I suspect they themselves are not racists but they have to work with many racists and garner the support of many racists. That is not to excuse the Democratic parties corporate hacks who often use the excuse of racists and xenophobia as a catch all scape goat as to why they loose elections. Rather than pursue popular policies like free college, getting money out of politics etc. Those hacks use it as a fricken crutch which is how I feel your coming from but to say the Republican Party is not racist is just being FUCKING BLIND to what they have said, promised, and DONE as a party.
phoenixkhost, you have demonstrated no critical thinking abilities of your own. Democrats would like people to have that ability, but they can't make you have it. Your comment is shockingly ignorant and convoluted. I'm guessing you're a troll or a Trump supporter, either way, critical thinking is important and you should strive for it.
I voted for him. Sad that he didn't make it in. I guess Pritzker is ok. Like you, I'm tired of my choices being billionaires, corrupted career politicians, and those who occupy both labels simultaneously.
mr green, you talk way to fast for a foreigner to understand. your opinions are fascinating and so sensible, I truly admire your way if thinking...just a few thoughts of mine...(excuse my poor English, im from greece)
trinhkets education level has nothing to do with it. Morality does come into play though. I think the biggest detractor for most people is the amount of stress and turmoil of the position while yielding insignificant results. It is akin to being in Sisyphus's position .
If you talk to him, ask him to visit Ottawa, IL on his campaign trail! Rauner has been here a few times, and not always to great reception. I know folks here would like to hear from Daniel!
See, when he starts going on about why he won't run, all through it I just heard, "there's waaaaay too much kinky shit in my google search history for me to ever make it as a politician."
I know many viewers of this video arn't from Illinois and none of this matters too you, but this is a big part in my life. I don't live in chicago, I live in a town right allong the mississippi. I grew up in this town and even throught my only 15 years on this planet I've seen my city slowly falling appart. Whole streets barren that once flurised with small businesses and big complanys alike. many new companies have a very small chance of surviving. This forces many move across the river to Iowa. I love my city I wish to one day raise children of my own here but I want them to grow up somewhere with opportunities not a place where we fix bullet holes with bandages. though I myself can't vote if i could i would vote for Daniel Biss. Just way you speak of Daniel and though recurch he seems like someone who truly cares about this state and wants to bring it back to prosperity. I hope that he wins the upcomming ellection, because this state needs a change. I hope that he can help repair this dammages state.
I had recently been considering if this would be a good career path for me to follow. I hadn't thought about the meetings. Thank you for reminding me and saving me from discovering this too late.
after the election i started rearranging my classes so i could get my associates for political science rather than business, but dammit john you make a compelling argument
John, from the sounds of it, your Hell would be ALL meetings ALL THE TIME. I'm willing to bet Hell is catered to whatever a certain person finds most torturous. ^_^ ...which puts some of Supernatural into interesting new light... excuse me, I have to go write some hilarious fanfiction. :p
Can you tell nerdfighters, especially female, LGBTQ*, POC and other marginalized groups that they should think about running for office, even if it's something like the school board. It's definitely something that they could hear more.
Wait, governor of Illinois? Pretty much all of my family lives there! I'll have them pay close attention to your friend so maybe they can vote for him :)
@ hank and john How did you survive school? School these days aren't just sitting in a classroom and taking notes which sucks. But you have to work with other people to come up with projects to do. GROUP WORK is like meeting. I hate meeting too.
Thankyouthankyouthankyou for givimg me this heads up! I live in Illinois, abd haven't left work yet to vote. Yay!!! I had done research when you mentioned him previously, and I really hope he wins!!
Daniel Biss will be a great governor I am sure, and he will surely break the stereotypes of politicians. He seems pretty trustworthy and compassionate to me! (Which I think is incredibly important for a politician). He will surely never forget to be awesome :)
You know what I'm really tired of seeing when I visit a politician's campaign website, no policies. Like, how am I suppose to know what you support if you don't even tell me. Like, I'm sure Mr. Bliss is a nice guy and all, but i'm not going to vote for him, mainly because I don't live in Illinois, and mainly because I don't care if you're nice, I want to know your position on certain policies and issues.
No offense, but reading his plan on "expanding retirement savings" it's just a cut to benefits for retirees. That's not really what I'd call "helping people."
I live in Illinois and I cut cable last November so I've been spared the election commercials (my town had a local election today which makes your post creepily appropriate). So to find out who to vote for I actually had to get a sample ballot and check on all the names. At least now I know who to vote for in the gubernatorial election. Thanks!
Bless Stan for using his sneakiness to get us more Crash Course Literature :)
No. No. CURSE STAN. The point of that story was that STAN IS A VILLAIN. -John
He may be a villain, but one in the vein of Havelock Vetinari or Wolland. Part of that power
which eternally wills evil and eternally works good.
So, when can we get more Crash Course History?
Jennifer Spangler Hoping for fan art of Saint Stan, Patron Saint of Sneaky Meetings
Yeah, Stan is short for Satan.
The image of John in a DFTBA shirt chanting "so are we done here yet so are we done here yet" at a conference table with a bunch of rich businessmen in suits is the most hilarious imagery I've had all day, thank you.
thewinterizzy I kinda want it in a poster or a shirt or perhaps a mug, perfect for meetings!
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the mug; the better to surreptitiously take to a meeting...
Because John isn't a rich business man?
He is.
thewinterizzy Someone please draw this.
Daniel Biss! We haven't heard that name in a while. Man, he has moved up in the world in the last 10 years.
He's done pretty well for himself. -John
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To any women reading this comment thread: *RUN FOR OFFICE!* Women win elections in equal proportion to men when they run. The reason we have so few female public officials is that fewer women than men run for office.
yes! and if you’re a woman reading this thinking ur unqualified or xyz other reason-yeah! thats the thing! men run for things theyre unqualified for all the time-and win-and women don’t!! tell yourself: “if i had the confidence of any of the mediocre white men in office right now, would i be doing the thing?” and if the answer is yes DO THE THING
@@crstph Though, I don't think you should actually do stuff that you think that you're unqualified for. Can't we just have qualified people running for office and winning? That would make the world so much better.
@@Aurora-oe2qp it would but sadly you can't undue the Dunning-Kreuger effect and make incompetent people stop being confident. The next best thing is try and improve the world despite your insecurities and grow as you do so
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I guess you could say John would run FROM office. (you know, where the meetings are.)
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I ran against a 20 year incumbent state rep. last year as a 19 year old who is part of the minority party in my area, and I can say that running for office on a local state level involves a lot of walking, shaking hands, realizing that you have no idea how to solve these issues whiling trying to make it look like you do, and meeting a lot of really nice and cool people with a small amount of people who just want to be left alone. Over all it was a really good experience I think. I really grew as person during that time
I think that's awesome. I remember watching Daniel walk from house to house, knocking on doors and shaking hands, and I just COULD NOT BELIEVE his ability to do it. To me, being able to do that is like a superpower. I really admire you! Good luck. -John
Props to you! I had full-body goosebumps while watching this video. I think I would love being a policymaker and I would love to serve in public office. Sadly, the actually running for office part terrifies me and I don't think I'll ever do it.
vlogbrothers hello tuesday
My dad tried to run for city counsel twice when I was in high school and lost because he was up against incumbents and no one in my area cares about local politics. Believe me, I understand the special kind of awful campaigning is.
Kudos to your dad!
I'm an Illinois resident and Daniel Biss actually worked with one of my friends on that conversion therapy bill. I'm so thankful this man is in my state
John Green, if Daniel Biss becomes president will you accept a cabinet position from him?
Wow, that's a great question. If asked to serve my state or my country, I really hope that I would have the courage and integrity to say yes. But on the other hand, that sounds like a lot of meetings. -John
I feel like that's going to be John's response to anyone who asks him for a favor:
"I would love to help you out, but... that sounds like a lot of meetings."
You sure got the "I would be honored, but..." part of a politician down ;)
vlogbrothers it's werid when TH-cam does the ' Vlogbrothers love you '
You can be the Leo McGarry to his Jed Bartlet!
It's best if you don't run for political office, judging by the current political climate, i think it would drive you crazy
true.
lately just keeping up with politics is driving me crazy, actually working in it must make you insane
To be fair, politics wasn't exactly a friendly and civil place even before the election cycle began.
This assumes John isn't already a few screws short of a happy meal at Burger King.
I, for one, welcome our new mind-gem created robot overlords....
There's a piece in The Hill today on Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) where she's quoted as saying, "We're here to help people, and if we're not doing that we should go the f**k home."
More of that, please.
stormbob Did she really? That's fucking fantastic!
I think you'd make a good Pope, for what it's worth.
That's very kind of you, but I worry I am too Episcopalian for that particular job. (Also, too married.) -John
That marriage excuse may not last forever!
(And by that, I mean they may remove the ban, not implying any wish for a jinx on your marriage!)
John could shoot for the Episcopalian equivalent of the Pope, no? Although that would probably entail a lot of meetings too.
Not all catholic priests are required to take a vow of celibacy. It varies by Order.
Yeah, a few years ago we had 2 former governors in prison all at the same time. Ah, Illinois, the only state where someone asking about a former governor in prison prompts the response "Which one?"
And they come from all political parties. Illinois really has made an amazing bipartisan effort to incarcerate governors. -John
XD So true though, the one thing Illinois seems to have done well in recent years
This pingpong-trick sounds awesome! I might change it up a bit, and invite people I want to have a serious conversation with to play Settlers of Catan! Thanks, John!
Thank Stan! :D
Stan?
Would you consider doing a video about muy country Venezuela? I know news are stressful but Many things are happening there, the government recently did a self-coup and there is many social chaos. I think this is an issue that more people should know about and I really would like to see yours or Hank´s take on it.
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Otro Venezolano! Yeah, I think "Venezuela explained" is wayyyy to broad a topic for a 6-10 minute video (thats how long the educational videos tend to be) but maybe last weeks Coup (as you said) and some context or an explanation of the political parties or all the malevolent and evil things the Chavist regime is doing. Buen dia pana, DFTBA
I also deeply despise meetings.
Notification Squad where you at?
Also, did anyone notice Hanks interview with Obama on Last Week Tonight?
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I saw that! I had to go back and double check to make sure that it was actually him! That was pretty cool.
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I admire people like Daniel Biss who work so hard in such a difficult situation I could NEVER do that.
Same! -John
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Or more aptly titled, "Meetings Suck"
It makes me sad that this video filled me with anxiety...I used to love thinking about politics and now just the mention of anything political, even by John, makes me feel sick.
Because you don't like John's political leanings, or because you're disgusted with the current political landscape?
That's exactly what those in power want.
the latter...i meant that even in a talk about politics that is somewhat benign, just the mention of anything political makes my skin crawl
For me, talking about politics is an escape from pain and anxiety.
GrillburgerDAQ How?
It's just like how Socrates said. Those who are truly qualified to exercise power, and understand the great responsibilities of doing so, are often those who do not want to be in power. John Green is such a person.
Those who think they are qualified to exercise, those who think they are capable of holding great responsibilities, are often neither qualified or responsible people, but the ones in power anyways. Both presidential nominees of the most recent US election are clear examples of this.
I want to be in a political office (because I think I'd do a good job governing and listening to the concerns of my constituents whilst also weighing up ethical concerns), but I don't want to run for office, because I think I'd be a bad politician. It seems sad that our political system tends to favor those who are good at running for office and not necessarily those who are good at governing.
But sometimes, there are people that are good at both.
I didn't realize potential Illinois governor Daniel Biss was resident mathematician Daniel Biss!! That definitely confirmed my vote for him!!!!
Random but your skin looks beautiful you are glowing
Thanks! (I think it's probably the lighting, but I'll take the compliment.) -John
Maybe he's pregnant!
Oh man I live in Chicago and I am excited for the future
That is great to hear. -John
Tell Daniel to contact Justice Democrats so he doesn't have to be funded by corporations.
Daniel Biss didn't run in my county so I wasn't able to vote for him but I did give to his campaign and read over many of his positions, and as long he stands up to Madigan and Rauner I'll be happy to finally be able to vote for him
What about accepting an appointment or nomination? Then you don't have to run or be elected!
Great question. I dunno. I'd like to think I would serve my state or country if called upon, but on the other hand...it seems like a lot of meetings. -John
vlogbrothers you do seem to fixate on those meetings... they're that bad?
@Tim Hitchins You sound like a person who's never had to go to a meeting.
As a federal worker who aspires to a career in civil servitude, videos like this keep my inevitable existential crisis at bay.
"We desperately need those people in office". No John, we desperately need YOU in office.
I, among many others (I suspect), respect you way too much to let you off the hook for this. Really?! You don't want to do it because it is hard and difficult? You've dedicated your success to making the world a better place, surely not because it was the easiest course of action or personally expedient. Running for public office would give you the pulpit to institute real changes that can directly and significantly improve the lives of others.
What angers me the most about this video and your reluctance to seek any public office is that if you ran, regardless of the office that you'd seek, you'd probably win. Through this platform, you have brought togeather individuals from all walks of life and you possess a charisma that draws people to you and your ideas. You're incredibly bright and have proven, throughout your career, your benevolence. It's fine if you are reluctant, but know this, your leadership is DESPRETLY wanted and NEEDED. Your notoriety affords you a unique opportunity to lead and while you have done so incredibly through this medium, it pales in comparison to what you could do in office. John, you have the ability to dramatically change the world for the better, but it is ultimately up to you whether you choose to answer the call.
I sincerely hope that you reconsider.
As a person who currently lives in Illinois, I can wholeheartedly say that we have the worst state government. Tons of money gets shoveled in through taxes and our roads are still under construction all year every year and our schools are still under-funded.
What did the TH-cam commenter say when he got a silver medal?
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There has always been a strong derision among intellectuals towards running for office. I think its a great shame, analogous to mathematicians pursuing jobs in investment as opposed to the contributions they could offer in the fields of Science. The problem is, *these jobs exist*. They have a tangible effect on our lives, and if good, intelligent people don't fill these roles than foolish easily corrupted ones will. And we all suffer for it.
Literally sitting in a meeting watching this during break.
"I dont know whats in them"
Some of the boxes are open, John
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This is why I don't believe in our government. Participation in it scares away great people like John, and too many of the people who are willing to participate are willing to do so for the wrong reasons. They accept a great salary, with great benefits and a great title only to act as a puppet for the people who were rich enough to support their candidacy.
Sanguinius Would you describe John as weakwilled?
It's a compliment asking you that. I think you and Hank would make great politicians but would also be great at many jobs, I personally think you guys should be the designated vloggers for the Mountain Goats
did you airbrush ur face in the thumbnail
It is kind of you to think I have the technical skills needed to create a custom thumbnail, let alone to airbrush my face. :) -John
Well, in that case, I'd like to see a video on your skincare routine. Perhaps as a punishment?
Peanut butter face?
That is a very polite reply, John, where a much less polite one could've been given considering the openness for insult-implication in that question. As someone in customer service, I applaud you.
Yes! So excited for crash course literature! And 1984 is probably my favorite book that I read for school during high school. My favorite college ones are Cat's Cradle and Death and the Maiden, which is technically a play but is still amazing and would make a great addition to the next cc series.
As an Illinois voter, I cannot wait to vote for Biss in the near future.
I'm going to keep an eye on things - this is more important than fandom or name recognition (despite often seeming to revolve around just those things) - but so far I'm right there with you. Also, all that's wrong with this state aside, I've had much less trouble with things involving government/law/legal beurocracy since moving to Illinois than I did in Kentucky or hear about from my sister in St. Louis, Missouri.
As a resident of Illinois I can confirm that being Governor here is well... I wouldn't do it. Strength to your friend John 😂😂😂
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I solved the riddle!! Thank you fellow nerdfighters for your help :)
This weeks puzzle is very hard. Been stuck for a while now... Good job @vlogbrothers
Everyone told us last week was too easy! :) -John
Help? There is no proper anagram for selfcarebunny!
Sam Rodriguez if you go to link in the description and go to the discord, there are loads of people who can help you
include looking for anagrams of 'self carry bunny - well rearranged' and or the quote on the poster
Barnsley F.C. isn't a perfect anagram, but it did come up as one of the first answers on anagram-solver!
I am very excited about Crash Course Literature doing 1984! Its one of my favourite books and I have wanted Crash Course to do it since the series started.
My 23 year old sister is running for freaking city council and the amount of money she has to raise is ridiculous. Apparently everyone told her that she should wait a year or two to get more experience and save up some money but after the election she decided to take action now. It's nice to hear about other non-corrupt politicians she might someday get to work with. Great vid as always, John.
If there is anything at my job that just immediately ruins the entirety of my day, it is a meeting.
Ready to hunt.
Settle in; this is gonna take a while. -John
I was immediately nervous when I saw the two threads this week....
vlogbrothers You weren't kidding.
I'll be sure to tell my boss that John Green is the reason I was distracted for so long at work this afternoon....
Does the reference to Week 9 imply that I've been missing out for 8 weeks?
I worked at a congressional office last summer. I can confirm being a congressman is at least 80% meetings.
I like the "many many" rhythmic words at the end.
2:38 oh John, don’t you get it? Hell IS an eternal Indiana Economic Development Corporation meeting.
1984! He said 1984! Woot!!
John, I completely understand and agree with your reasoning for not running for office. But you should do it anyway.
Hear me out. I promise to only pitch this once. If you're unconvinced afterwards, I'll never mention it again.
We need more people like you in office. Those willing to listen to people, and especially people willing to listen to those they disagree with. You excel at this. We need people willing to realize that the world is a complex place and that people are complex beings. Look at all the stuff you've done without being office. All the charity work, VidCon, and generally making this planet a better place to be. Imagine would you could do in office.
John, I've never voted. I never plan to vote. But if you were to run in a district I could vote in, I'd sign up and vote for you in a heartbeat. If that doesn't say something, I don't know what would.
So, please, reconsider. You could do amazing things in office. And if you get to a high enough office, you could place an executive order to ban all meetings! That alone should make it worthwhile, no?
You should run for office, You seem pretty moderate and have capable of critical thinking which is something the alt right and regressive left lack.
I'm not sure that "pretty moderate" is getting many people elected these days :) -John
vlogbrothers it SHOULD be fucking radical democrats are the cancer of America
The left offers critical thinking, but that isn't what voters want. The majority of states are entirely controlled by the extreme right-wing.
And again when I say Republicans i mean the republican party as a whole. There are several Republican individuals that I frankly like and respect though they are far and few in-between these days. Many more I suspect they themselves are not racists but they have to work with many racists and garner the support of many racists.
That is not to excuse the Democratic parties corporate hacks who often use the excuse of racists and xenophobia as a catch all scape goat as to why they loose elections. Rather than pursue popular policies like free college, getting money out of politics etc. Those hacks use it as a fricken crutch which is how I feel your coming from but to say the Republican Party is not racist is just being FUCKING BLIND to what they have said, promised, and DONE as a party.
phoenixkhost, you have demonstrated no critical thinking abilities of your own. Democrats would like people to have that ability, but they can't make you have it. Your comment is shockingly ignorant and convoluted. I'm guessing you're a troll or a Trump supporter, either way, critical thinking is important and you should strive for it.
I voted for him. Sad that he didn't make it in. I guess Pritzker is ok. Like you, I'm tired of my choices being billionaires, corrupted career politicians, and those who occupy both labels simultaneously.
It's CLUESDAY!
mr green, you talk way to fast for a foreigner to understand. your opinions are fascinating and so sensible, I truly admire your way if thinking...just a few thoughts of mine...(excuse my poor English, im from greece)
You are too educated with a degree in morality to be a politician
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trinhkets education level has nothing to do with it. Morality does come into play though. I think the biggest detractor for most people is the amount of stress and turmoil of the position while yielding insignificant results. It is akin to being in Sisyphus's position .
Being a politician is a horrible job full of sharks and idiots you have to work with. Just like being a teacher :)
Yep, just the word "meeting" tends to drive me crazy, and mine are all with people I know and like! "Many Meetings" is good, though...
Is a rearranged bunny a casserole or a stew?
So, what, hasenpfeffer?
"Ban on conversion therapy for LGBTQ folks". Well that gets a big thumbs up from this bisexual.
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Yes! More Crash Course Literature please, John!
I live in Illinois and I'm so glad to hear he is running!
It's really exciting! -John
If you talk to him, ask him to visit Ottawa, IL on his campaign trail! Rauner has been here a few times, and not always to great reception. I know folks here would like to hear from Daniel!
See, when he starts going on about why he won't run, all through it I just heard, "there's waaaaay too much kinky shit in my google search history for me to ever make it as a politician."
aaye Indiana the worst state (I'm an Indiana native)
captainkitkat aye u right
James MacAllister nah I'm just saying in general (our drivers aren't that bad, at least in my area)
aye im from illinois... we are the worst... thanks chicago
As a lifelong Hoosier, I disagree. Indiana is great!
Plot Twist: Hell is just a meeting of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation that never ends.
I love your uploads. but I'm left wanting to know more about your office. I don't know why but I think that it has fascinating things back there
Love my weekly Tuesday meeting with John
My thoughts exactly! Great minds think alike.
Dang it John! Illinois has elections today and gave me hope that today we would get a new governor!
Secret to meetings, remove all the chairs.
I hope he wins the state, I live in IL and think he would do a better job as governor then most others.
I know many viewers of this video arn't from Illinois and none of this matters too you, but this is a big part in my life. I don't live in chicago, I live in a town right allong the mississippi. I grew up in this town and even throught my only 15 years on this planet I've seen my city slowly falling appart. Whole streets barren that once flurised with small businesses and big complanys alike. many new companies have a very small chance of surviving. This forces many move across the river to Iowa. I love my city I wish to one day raise children of my own here but I want them to grow up somewhere with opportunities not a place where we fix bullet holes with bandages. though I myself can't vote if i could i would vote for Daniel Biss. Just way you speak of Daniel and though recurch he seems like someone who truly cares about this state and wants to bring it back to prosperity. I hope that he wins the upcomming ellection, because this state needs a change. I hope that he can help repair this dammages state.
I had recently been considering if this would be a good career path for me to follow. I hadn't thought about the meetings.
Thank you for reminding me and saving me from discovering this too late.
I have learned so much from Crash Course Literature! Would feel very excited about new episodes.
You guys should make self care bunny stickers, I would buy so many of those.
Can Daniel run for president? I would vote for him.
after the election i started rearranging my classes so i could get my associates for political science rather than business, but dammit john you make a compelling argument
Best thing that's ever been said lol "Did you just use the magic of ping pong to trick me into a damn meeting?!" XD XD
John's collars are seriously always having problems. Haha
Thank you, Stan, for giving us more crash course literature
It’s 2018 and Illinois is still corrupt with no budget. Can we get a nerdfighter to run for governor
A meeting of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation sounds pretty interesting to me.
As someone from Illinois, I can say that I might vote for this guy just on the sheer fact he ISN'T THAT F*CKWIT RAUNER!
Nothing should take away from your primary job of casting movies!
John, from the sounds of it, your Hell would be ALL meetings ALL THE TIME. I'm willing to bet Hell is catered to whatever a certain person finds most torturous. ^_^ ...which puts some of Supernatural into interesting new light... excuse me, I have to go write some hilarious fanfiction. :p
Or maybe, if John ever ends up in hell, he'll find out that it is actually an eternal meeting of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation.
Can you tell nerdfighters, especially female, LGBTQ*, POC and other marginalized groups that they should think about running for office, even if it's something like the school board. It's definitely something that they could hear more.
Wait, governor of Illinois? Pretty much all of my family lives there! I'll have them pay close attention to your friend so maybe they can vote for him :)
One of those jailed governors is my Uncle's neighbor. I saw his house once. If anyone cared.
What I'm hearing John is excuses. You would be an AMAZING politician! Run for any position and I have full faoth that you will win!!!
Good luck from a Canadian Daniel Biss!!
@ hank and john How did you survive school? School these days aren't just sitting in a classroom and taking notes which sucks. But you have to work with other people to come up with projects to do. GROUP WORK is like meeting. I hate meeting too.
Thankyouthankyouthankyou for givimg me this heads up! I live in Illinois, abd haven't left work yet to vote. Yay!!! I had done research when you mentioned him previously, and I really hope he wins!!
Daniel Biss will be a great governor I am sure, and he will surely break the stereotypes of politicians. He seems pretty trustworthy and compassionate to me! (Which I think is incredibly important for a politician). He will surely never forget to be awesome :)
You know what I'm really tired of seeing when I visit a politician's campaign website, no policies. Like, how am I suppose to know what you support if you don't even tell me. Like, I'm sure Mr. Bliss is a nice guy and all, but i'm not going to vote for him, mainly because I don't live in Illinois, and mainly because I don't care if you're nice, I want to know your position on certain policies and issues.
No offense, but reading his plan on "expanding retirement savings" it's just a cut to benefits for retirees.
That's not really what I'd call "helping people."
Only 4/10 governors in prison? Weak sauce! West Virginia's had 8 jailed senators/ governors since 1990
I live in Illinois and I cut cable last November so I've been spared the election commercials (my town had a local election today which makes your post creepily appropriate). So to find out who to vote for I actually had to get a sample ballot and check on all the names. At least now I know who to vote for in the gubernatorial election. Thanks!
Well if you did, I would totally vote for you!