Lindsay Graham needs a My Pillow to cry into at night instead of grifting the great grifter for only a $1 a day 'for Trump'. BTW where's Trump's Go Daddy Go Fund Me Page?!
He is exactly what they hate, an intelligent black man telling them he doesn't have a place in this disgusting, racist body, stripping people's god given right to vote, a women's right to their bodies, they fight for free speech to say the N word & other hateful babble, while taking your right to read what you & your child want, so tell them to stop whining.
It was great..The thing is a black man having to give a speech like this in 2023 proves this country hasn't changed since MLK..I don't like where we're going
I totally agree. The Reps better watch out because we have a real good possibility here. I really like this young man of Truth and Honor!!! But the GOP will not have it just like they didn't have it for MLK. Such a sad time of our history to produce later a prodigal shining star to reappear!!! His speech was eloquent and clear standing with a fist of words that rang in my ears!!!
Wrong ! god is with evangelicals supporting guns and war weapons. They are covered with jesus blood. You should replace praying with thinking. God is always on all sides and that's the evidence that god doesn't exist or if he exists he is useless and without any power. You can start to think, it's on you.
What Rs did here in TN, coupled w/the BS they are pulling around women’s rights almost guaranteed they lost the votes of the people of color, ALL of the college educated (not many in TN, but enough), most self respecting, rational women & the non hate-indoctrinated young people of voting age. That’s a LOT of people, even in TN!…👍✌️🇺🇸
Keep those names flying around. Keep everything front of mind, never let them forget that their plan is to silence you, they've done once, they'll continue to do so.
Keep your man made, invisible deity out of common sense conversation. You make it a joke when you bring delusional religious beliefs into a REAL conversation.
They both do in such unique ways. Justin Jones is a slam poetry artist and brings his unique intonation, while Justin Pearson channels MLK, Malcolm X, and is a very skilled orator (his use of silence was incredibly effective in his expulsion hearing - "How many of you want to be spoken to that way?" Still gives me chills.
“…..YES INDEED & Let us not sleep on the young brother up at the CAPITOL, he called them just as they are, chills up & down as he spoke I just see him as Lil Bamba”!!! G-MOMMEE
I am from hong kong, and when I heard this young man speak. I heard Martin Luther Kings voice! I am just amazed at how the GOP is brown-nosing themselves to follow a wannabe dictator.
Thank you Mr Lawrence for always giving a educated viewpoint on your platform...I'm 67,and still learning things that I should have already know...bless you sir..
Great example of Republican inability to read the room & tendency to spectacularly self own because of how out of step they are w/the Majority of We the People…they have alienated almost everyone except the 25 or so % of the worst of US…you know, the ones that give the rest of the world a negative opinion of Americans…🙄
This is a great story for those elected officials who are scared to speak out against the cult leader, here you have two black young leaders in the most rageful house of democracy, and yet they stand proud, because they have truth and justice on their side, hopefully values that can give those who are weak some backbone.
Justin Pearson is an incredible speaker. TN Rethuglicans may have silenced his voice in the TN House, but I foresee a great future for that man. His words hit me hard. Stay safe, Tennesee.
This guy is what This country needs..Give him the bullhorn back lol..Sad thing is a black guy having to give a speech like this today just set our country back 60 years..It's 2023 wth is wrong with these hateful conservatives
“….👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽, AMEN, thank “(“GOD”)” for him and all the others, especially the young brother up at the CAPITOL, I call him Lil Bamba, he not taking no wooden nickels”!!! G-MOMMEE
That’s not his real voice. He’s putting on an act. There’s footage of him from several years ago and he looks and sounds nothing like this. He’s a grifter.
Both of these youn were in the spirit of MLK. Their voices will be heard. I agree and side with them. From a 63 year old white women who was raised inTN during the '70s. Rise to the betterment of all who crave freedom.
So proud to see democracy at work In Tennessee and goodness it was wonderful to see those self righteous right wing entitlist trying to keep a straight face when faced with a darn wonderful return and walk of redemption by a young black representative who I hope will go on to bigger and better things in our Democratic government
Joke is on the Republicans/GOP, who just gave these young men the biggest fn bullhorn EVER & guaranteed their political futures…so THOUGHTFUL of them👍😂. I LOVE when Republicans self own in front of the WORLD!…🤣
As a play of power, this has to be one of the worst in history. It is hard to see, how these three could have been more empowered by their opposition. If just one of these three actually manage to fulfill the role they now are given, the world will be a much better place. Listening to two of them, is crazy. Are they actually both up for this? That would be insane. They are like lifted high up in the sky, so why does it feels like these two men actually has it in them to fly even higher than that? This feels rare.
@@FrodeBergetonNilsen Because in our country it's justice for all not for a select few. I was a former Republican but they have gone south while everyone else is being wrongfully misrepresented.
@@annem.parent8580Justice is a balancing act, and something is just wrong when kids rightfully fear to be killed at random. Not sure I got what you were trying to say, but hopefully the injustice these kids live with, will influence you in the right way as a former republican, to change you for the better, and that you adjust to encapsulate the youth in justice. You cannot do that, without gun reform.
Please keep this young man safe. He brings such wisdom to us all. The Tennessee legislature has much to learn from him. The multi generational, multi racial coalition that has come together represents the best of America. I hope that good people can join together to stop the killings, to reduce the harm. To fulfill the promise and liberty that the constitution offers.
You know what? We all have to face death. But he will go down in history for just saying what needs to be said. We all should be more concerned about how screwed up our society is than how we can protect our fragile, many times disappointing lives.
Ohhh my God!!! This is a keeper for a Civil Rights history lesson. I will save, keep and forward this treasure trove to my family, especially in Florida, friends and whomever is lacking. Powerful message indeed.
How about a class action suit against every politician who voted to overturn the assault weapon ban? The prosecution would be representing the families of each and every person killed by those weapons.
It wouldn't go anywhere. First off they allowed the ban to expire, so no vote was involved. Secondly they'd be protected under the speech and debate clause if there had been a vote. Thirdly sovereign immunity precludes government liability in the vast majority of civil cases.
Can't do it can not sue for political votes. And if you could they counter sue over the millions enslaved because they can't buy their guns true or not.
@My Explosive Mixtape What do you think .... And what's on your mixtape.... Have you ever used a Cassette Deck before...if so what type of tape .... Cr..02 Or Ferric Oxcide 😮 Maxell Or TDK
Mostly rage, I am sure if they could and if cameras were not on they would jump out of their seats! I am very happy for the Rep. Jones! He is going places!!!
I can remember right wing republican having issues with Obama’s form of thoughtful speech , similar to Martin Luther King and these 2 up and coming young black representatives from Tennessee. These voices are of hope and a possibility that democracy will prevail.
What is taking so long? The 2nd Amendment has not been Amended, that’s what- come on you know this… they can change it with 5 simple words, but refuse to do it, because they say it’s to hard to do, Americans should call bullshite!!!
What about our children that are being killed by gun violence? WE STAND WITH THE TENNESSEE 3! Thank you Kamala Harris, Vice President for your unscheduled stop in Tennessee to speak with the Democratic "TENNESSEE 3" lawmakers that were expelled for speaking up for the people and with the people regarding gun violence. Support from President, Joe Biden and former President, Barack Obama is awesome! WE WILL NEVER QUIT!
@Marilena Ganea Hmm nope can't find a report of any armed guards at the bank. I can find an armed guard at Price Middle School January 31, 2013 taking out a school shooter before he massacred the school.... imagine that
The context that Lawrence O'Donnell brings to his essays brings forward facts that many of us were not aware of, or have forgotten. In this he augments the powerful words that Justin Pearson speaks in his own powerful voice like few political commentators do. I had not heard of Representative Pearson until last week. I was transfixed by his speech on the floor in the midst of this shameful action by his legislative body to expel him, and now I see the resonance of history in his words. I sincerely hope he will be reinstated Wednesday. Representative Pearson embodies the characteristics that all who hold public office should aspire to and demonstrate.
I always look SO forward to hearing Lawrence clear out the cobwebs of misinformation and bring truth into the light. He's such an intelligent man and has the ability to break down any topic and explain it to us where it's easy for everyone to understand. Thanks for all you do Lawrence.
Wow what a brilliant and moving speech. I loved the riff off the Frederick Douglass 4th of July speech. I am now an atheist but I was "raised up in the church" and the eloquent exposition of the fight for justice through the lens of Jesus's commitment to love still moves me.
When the KY shooting occurred, I told my coworkers yesterday. They just shrugged. “Oh, another one?” Then one said “Oh it happened at a bank, that’s probably just a robbery, not a mass a shooting.” As if it matters. I’m afraid people are becoming numb to the needless and wanton suffering of others in this bloody country.
That is the GOP strategy…. If it happens often enough, ppl will stop caring about it…. That is why they take no legislative action. They’d love to see it happen every day!
If you look at the Republican side of that house it is 100% white. Every single seat. In one of the most diverse countries on the planet, how is that even possible?
@Todd Toure ... im a white guy and even I know that's a huge problem. They may want to think about diversifying a little. Maybe to appeal to an American electorate. Just a thought.
These republicans that refuse to change their minds on these guns needs to attend the autopsies of these poor innocent people or at the very least all of their funerals, maybe just maybe then they will think!
Yes. They need to see what an assault rifle does to a little child, up close, in full color. If that sounds harsh, imagine what the parents of those children have to witness in their nightmares for the rest of their lives.
Don’t be fooled…the GOP know what these guns can do…… they don’t care, and don’t wanna hear it…. Because they are shills of the gun lobby…..plain and simple!…. The solution would be to vote them out, but that won’t happen in places like TN and KY, where stupidity overtakes common sense!!!!
@@weebunny I absolutely agree, the parents the police the medical staff and the coroner all get to see these bodies all too often now. All of them in their professions having to deal with these shootings first hand day in day out its more than sad it's just so traumatic for everyone involved but nothing gets done while these people suffer in silence doing their job, that is just a horrendous horror story! I know I could not ever see a child in that state, my heart goes out to those who do. My prayers for the families and all involved in these mass shootings nothing breaks my heart more.
Thank you Representative Pearson! You speak for America, for ALL of We the People. Thank you for your service, your courage, and your honor. We need more people like you representing us in every community and state - our nation!
These words are heard far beyond the United States. We in England hear these words and are united in support for these men and their message. Long live the voice of Dr. King and this fine young man, Mr Pearson. That was a brilliant speech, moving and heartfelt. We sure hope you can bring equality to your country. No more Trump...
Welcome back Mr. Pearson from a white South Carolinian who attended a black school beginning in 1970. That was a great day for me! So many wonderful friends and a super education. I'm standing with you!
The first mass shooting occurred in Goleta, CA over thirty-some years ago at a United States Postal Office facility. The term "gone postal" was coined afterward.
Being from Tennessee, I am so thankful that a spotlight is being shined nationwide on what is still happening here. The one thing the Republicans around here hate is having their deeds exposed, and it was so satisfying to finally see them being put in their place. When Mr. Pearson was speaking, I was cheering at the television that finally, a voice of reason was being heard in our leadership.
Hopefully, these two fine 'Justins' will be Nominated and Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their tremendously brave struggle & sacrifice for protecting the Lives of a Whole Generation of the up and coming Americans. Now, that would be 'Justice!' :-) 👍 ✌️ 🖖
Sooner or later, all the people will come to their senses and realize what danger this is. And, those promoting it will be thrown out on their sad, dysfunctional ear and regarded for the fools they are.
"Wokism" is just another Term for the"Third Enlightenment." The GOPee would rather kick All of our hard won Human and Civil Rights back Dowwn to the bottomless Pit - of the MediEvil [Sic] Abyss😱. "300," styyle!
"Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced." ~ James Baldwin (1924-1987), American writer, essayist, novelist, playwright, and social critic
What are high-capacity magazines used for? A large capacity magazine is a magazine used in any type of firearm that has an overall capacity of, or can be converted to accept, more than 10 rounds of ammunition. These magazines allow shooters to fire numerous rounds - in some cases as many as 100 -without having to reload. BAN the high-capacity magazines .. nothing about a right to own high-capacity magazines in the SA ..
Gloria Johnson is also important to us as well. We are together with her and both Jones and Pearson . It's important to have a white middle-aged woman who is also standing up with our African American leaders for the people and children of Tennessee and our US.
Thank you Lawerence for a great piece! I love the way you weave history and the significance of it tied to present news. Your words on “Am I Next?” were very powerful as was Justin’s speech!
Focus on your local ballot! That's where the legislative dominoes start falling. Read up on every single candidate down to the dog catcher. Find out where they stand on common sense gun safety and their track record at being a decent human being.
Wow.. This was awesome! I HAD to turn my laptop back on to comment, as I watch on tv most often, and can not comment there. Everything, from the intro/prelude you (Lawrence) did, to Pearson's words were amazing. I will think of this when I try to sleep in a few hours. If I learned/knew (do not think I did), about the ~~"I AM A MAN~~" (garbage trucks), my old mind had forgotten it. Wow, simply amazing!! TY.
My mother’s family is from the state of Tennessee, and I am proud of my heritage and familial roots in that beautiful state. I grew up wearing the bright orange of the University of Tennessee Volunteers, and do to this day. I am a Louisiana native, from New Orleans, another red state that has little blue oases that are fighting for our rights and our future as the radical conservative establishment of many southern states are stripping away our rights and attempting to silence the voices of change. Like the cities that these two brave men represent, Memphis and Nashville, also music cities, we are drowning in the crimson surge of the Republican Party’s authoritarian ideology. I am proud of Mr. Jones and Mr. Pearson for having the courage to take a stand, and the chance of personal and professional harm, against the same kind of politicians who are responsible for Jim Crow, Lynchings, the Klan, and other hateful things that we have fought against for centuries. I sincerely hope that they both continue to stand by the truth and not allow themselves to be silenced. Dr. King would be proud of them both. They walk in his footsteps with most of the nation behind them.
Lawrence, it was the right thing to do! I’m so happy for those young men they deserve a shot to be a leader. They are both, intelligent agreement. What time is it exclamation?
The ignorance of the GOP has given this young Rep a larger profile and a louder voice.
the entire planet despises the American GOP.
Both of them.
Yes, Thank you Tennessee legislators.
You showed the world how petty and racist you are.
We all see who we are dealing with
Yup. The stupidity of the GOP backfired on them. Bigly.
@@poorthing Watching from 🇨🇦 and 🇮🇪.
💙 to our 🇺🇸 friends and family.
I've seen a Republican cry on live TV when Trump was indicted. I've never seen a Republican cry when a child was slaughtered in school.
Trump is their cash cow.
Excellent observation
A Republican would only cry if it were their own child.
Lindsay Graham needs a My Pillow to cry into at night instead of grifting the great grifter for only a $1 a day 'for Trump'. BTW where's Trump's Go Daddy Go Fund Me Page?!
@@somkit9102 Are you entirely sure?
This country has been missing speeches like that for way too long. Simply brilliant. Bravo!
Yes indeed!!
He is exactly what they hate, an intelligent black man telling them he doesn't have a place in this disgusting, racist body, stripping people's god given right to vote, a women's right to their bodies, they fight for free speech to say the N word & other hateful babble, while taking your right to read what you & your child want, so tell them to stop whining.
No doubt some loony white man will go after these man. Protect them!!
Beautiful speech, what an amazing orator!
@@ronswanson2029 The Tennessee Three weren’t either.
I am not from Tennessee but i am proud of these men.
Rep Pearson keep “speaking up”! May God keep you!
Thank YOU ❤
Extraordinary speech indeed.
Wow that speech was beautiful so proud of that young man
Yes indeed
It was great..The thing is a black man having to give a speech like this in 2023 proves this country hasn't changed since MLK..I don't like where we're going
Rep. Justin J. Pearson is a name to remember. That young man is presidential material.
It is always heartening to see another young rising star in the Democratic Party.
It’s a relief!! Am so happy, it’s been like watching an abused sibling finally have enough. 👏👏👏😊🇺🇸🏴
I totally agree. The Reps better watch out because we have a real good possibility here. I really like this young man of Truth and Honor!!! But the GOP will not have it just like they didn't have it for MLK. Such a sad time of our history to produce later a prodigal shining star to reappear!!! His speech was eloquent and clear standing with a fist of words that rang in my ears!!!
It is terrible what they did to these young people. We need more young people in our government.
To be treated terrible?
Yesssssssssssssss WE DEFINITELY DO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!’
They are coming.
Black Democrats. They Protested for and with Children of Tennessee who don't want to die because they choose to go to school.
We need more public servants with integrity.
What an elequent and distinguished speaker! Preach on Brother Pearson!
I hope he understands that he now has a target on his back like MLK did.
@ Dennis Beaver “….AMEN, Thank you”!!! G-MOMMEE
Wow!!!! Pearson resonates as MLK.
@@thomasayau9911 And John Lewis.
God Be with this young man who speaks the truth !
More importantly, fights for the truth.
Amen lord 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
Wrong ! god is with evangelicals supporting guns and war weapons. They are covered with jesus blood. You should replace praying with thinking. God is always on all sides and that's the evidence that god doesn't exist or if he exists he is useless and without any power. You can start to think, it's on you.
“….AND LET THE CHURCH SAY, “AAAAMMMMEEEENNNN “!!! G-MOMMEE
Foolish
Oh there's no doubt in my mind that some of those Republicans were enraged that he returned. Hopefully they lose their seats in the next election.
Vote them out!! Vote 🗳 Blue Vote 💙 💙
What Rs did here in TN, coupled w/the BS they are pulling around women’s rights almost guaranteed they lost the votes of the people of color, ALL of the college educated (not many in TN, but enough), most self respecting, rational women & the non hate-indoctrinated young people of voting age. That’s a LOT of people, even in TN!…👍✌️🇺🇸
Keep those names flying around. Keep everything front of mind, never let them forget that their plan is to silence you, they've done once, they'll continue to do so.
Jim Crow fossils. So apparent. Repugnant ignorance.
They have gerrymandered their districts so they can't lose no matter how batsh_t crazy they are. And we all let it happen.
Voting Republicans out of office will save lives.
Good point 😂
Brilliantly said.
Outstanding 🎉🎉
Republicans are busy disenfranchising everyone who doesn't support them
@Anti - Fascist / Pro - Democracy You know what they say. Two dumbasses think alike
Thank you for your excellent report Laurence 👍 🙏
God sent us Justin Pearson to speak for democracy and he does so brilliantly.
He's gonna be our president one day!
The Republic cans of Spam are making sure of that.
Keep your man made, invisible deity out of common sense conversation. You make it a joke when you bring delusional religious beliefs into a REAL conversation.
They both do in such unique ways. Justin Jones is a slam poetry artist and brings his unique intonation, while Justin Pearson channels MLK, Malcolm X, and is a very skilled orator (his use of silence was incredibly effective in his expulsion hearing - "How many of you want to be spoken to that way?" Still gives me chills.
YES!
“…..YES INDEED & Let us not sleep on the young brother up at the CAPITOL, he called them just as they are, chills up & down as he spoke I just see him as Lil Bamba”!!! G-MOMMEE
This young man is articulate. His composure and public speaking skills are far beyond his years.
I am from hong kong, and when I heard this young man speak. I heard Martin Luther Kings voice! I am just amazed at how the GOP is brown-nosing themselves to follow a wannabe dictator.
@@sabretooth1347 out of all the things that have never happened, your comment happened the neverest.
@@BenDecko-ir7op Alice in wonderland reference?
We need more like him.
@@BenDecko-ir7op 🤡
Thank you Mr Lawrence for always giving a educated viewpoint on your platform...I'm 67,and still learning things that I should have already know...bless you sir..
Yes, my comment exactly! I save his clips for historical purposes many times. Always excellent reporting, but he is also an amazing teacher.
That's exactly what I was thinking, mr bezo! Cheers. :)
The republican's in Tennessee have made these young dudes. Well that backfired stupendously!
Great example of Republican inability to read the room & tendency to spectacularly self own because of how out of step they are w/the Majority of We the People…they have alienated almost everyone except the 25 or so % of the worst of US…you know, the ones that give the rest of the world a negative opinion of Americans…🙄
Yes, they made a perfect mistake.
This is a great story for those elected officials who are scared to speak out against the cult leader, here you have two black young leaders in the most rageful house of democracy, and yet they stand proud, because they have truth and justice on their side, hopefully values that can give those who are weak some backbone.
Absolutely!!!
Bravo!
Looks like Black people are going to be the saviour of the United States of America.
Greetings from the United Kingdom.
The republicans mainly. House of slitherin
Keep supporting this and you wonder why we don't get anything done
Justin Pearson is an incredible speaker. TN Rethuglicans may have silenced his voice in the TN House, but I foresee a great future for that man. His words hit me hard.
Stay safe, Tennesee.
What beautiful words from this young man's heart!
This guy is what This country needs..Give him the bullhorn back lol..Sad thing is a black guy having to give a speech like this today just set our country back 60 years..It's 2023 wth is wrong with these hateful conservatives
That speech was powerful. Good to see a strong black man coming into our government and giving us hope in these dark times
Democrats are the great dividers of people. The Democrat Party is a largeness crime organization in the World
“….👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽, AMEN, thank “(“GOD”)” for him and all the others, especially the young brother up at the CAPITOL, I call him Lil Bamba, he not taking no wooden nickels”!!! G-MOMMEE
That’s not his real voice. He’s putting on an act. There’s footage of him from several years ago and he looks and sounds nothing like this. He’s a grifter.
watch his campaign videos, sounds like a completely different guy.
@@cliffy00 oh yeah, he’s a poseur. A wannabe MLK.
Big thanks to the GOP for spotlighting the 3 👍
😁
I hear echos of MLK in Pearson's speaking. Intelligent and powerful speaker of truth!
Both of these youn were in the spirit of MLK. Their voices will be heard. I agree and side with them. From a 63 year old white women who was raised inTN during the '70s. Rise to the betterment of all who crave freedom.
Right on!!
So proud to see democracy at work In Tennessee and goodness it was wonderful to see those self righteous right wing entitlist trying to keep a straight face when faced with a darn wonderful return and walk of redemption by a young black representative who I hope will go on to bigger and better things in our Democratic government
💯, but it's sad to know that these brave young black men have to go to work alongside a bunch of racists.
Joke is on the Republicans/GOP, who just gave these young men the biggest fn bullhorn EVER & guaranteed their political futures…so THOUGHTFUL of them👍😂. I LOVE when Republicans self own in front of the WORLD!…🤣
@@scotchbarrel4429 The Tennessee three are strong and prepared to stand against the republican good old boys.
@@scotchbarrel4429 They are prepared, their intelligence is far higher than the racist bigoted legislators. 😊
God’s 🌈GZ.🧢3🧢T🧢.Amen
The Tennessee legislature made these 3 unknown lawmakers nationwide media darlings.
Thank you
I am glad that they did. The Reps can go blow smoke somewhere else.
As a play of power, this has to be one of the worst in history. It is hard to see, how these three could have been more empowered by their opposition. If just one of these three actually manage to fulfill the role they now are given, the world will be a much better place. Listening to two of them, is crazy. Are they actually both up for this? That would be insane. They are like lifted high up in the sky, so why does it feels like these two men actually has it in them to fly even higher than that? This feels rare.
@@FrodeBergetonNilsen Because in our country it's justice for all not for a select few. I was a former Republican but they have gone south while everyone else is being wrongfully misrepresented.
@@annem.parent8580Justice is a balancing act, and something is just wrong when kids rightfully fear to be killed at random. Not sure I got what you were trying to say, but hopefully the injustice these kids live with, will influence you in the right way as a former republican, to change you for the better, and that you adjust to encapsulate the youth in justice. You cannot do that, without gun reform.
@@annem.parent8580 “….👍🏽, Right too the curb and keep it moving, needing too never return”!!! G-MOMMEE
Those young people will be voting soon.
Yes they will Power 🔋 to the young people !! 🎉
And the q-tips should be scared of losing their seats
Exactly! What is the GOP long term strategy? These young people will not forget this when they're voters.
Let’s hope that this can trigger a political flip of TN and flush many of the GOP turds down the tubes
There is no low that Republicans will not stoop to!
Speaking out against Trump.
After all, they voted for Defendant trump.
Remember that freedom to ignore republicans and religion. Priceless😂😂
No civilian should own an assault weapon.
@redbuffalo003 the law-enforcement at Uvalde.
That failure needs to be seriously investigated.
Please keep this young man safe. He brings such wisdom to us all. The Tennessee legislature has much to learn from him. The multi generational, multi racial coalition that has come together represents the best of America. I hope that good people can join together to stop the killings, to reduce the harm. To fulfill the promise and liberty that the constitution offers.
You know what? We all have to face death. But he will go down in history for just saying what needs to be said. We all should be more concerned about how screwed up our society is than how we can protect our fragile, many times disappointing lives.
Wisdom comes with age , wrong analogy .
Ban assault rifles.
Ohhh my God!!! This is a keeper for a Civil Rights history lesson. I will save, keep and forward this treasure trove to my family, especially in Florida, friends and whomever is lacking. Powerful message indeed.
I definitely AGREE 👍 👍 👍
How about a class action suit against every politician who voted to overturn the assault weapon ban? The prosecution would be representing the families of each and every person killed by those weapons.
What can we do to make this happen?
It wouldn't go anywhere. First off they allowed the ban to expire, so no vote was involved. Secondly they'd be protected under the speech and debate clause if there had been a vote. Thirdly sovereign immunity precludes government liability in the vast majority of civil cases.
Can't do it can not sue for political votes. And if you could they counter sue over the millions enslaved because they can't buy their guns true or not.
I have had the EXACT same thought. However, after reading the comment above about why it wouldn't work, I'm VERY disappointed. 😔
Lawyer here. This case would be tossed for lack of standing, as well.
Some of those kids asking "Am I next?" possibly will be unless meaningful gun reform laws are passed immediately.
Great t-shirt, bumper sticker, campaign slogan.
@My Explosive Mixtapeis a MAGA hat Putin Bot-Butt Troll ⚠️ 📢 Support for trump is a moral failing. We need to accept that there are bad citizens.
@My Explosive Mixtape Don't act stupid at a time like this..You wasn't raised right
@My Explosive Mixtape
What do you think ....
And what's on your mixtape....
Have you ever used a Cassette Deck before...if so what type of tape ....
Cr..02
Or Ferric Oxcide 😮
Maxell
Or
TDK
@@darrenk5023 *Maxell
Mostly rage, I am sure if they could and if cameras were not on they would jump out of their seats! I am very happy for the Rep. Jones! He is going places!!!
Yeah all those old white f*cks look like they're ready to bring out the tar and feathers
After listening to the young congressman speak, is there any question why they want to get rid of the superior, brilliant mind they oppose?
Kind of obvious
When a Repub hears a speech like that….. he reacts to it like Dracula reacts to seeing a crucifix…. Raging mad!
He’s not a congressman. He’s a state house rep in TN. 🤦🏼♀️
I can remember right wing republican having issues with Obama’s form of thoughtful speech , similar to Martin Luther King and these 2 up and coming young black representatives from Tennessee. These voices are of hope and a possibility that democracy will prevail.
A black man standing up for white people? I only saw the 3 kids killed. Were the 3 adults white?
Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning. Amen
pearson is a credit to dnc. he has stepped in the spotlight deservedly so.
If they can do this to them, they can do it to you
A true voice of hope and change. Nothing but respect for this man. He will move mountains.
THE Tennessee 3 are making MLK,John Lewis all those who went before them and all those who whose lives were taken by guns and violence proud !!!!!!!!
Those evil guns attack them?
@@C0Y0TE3 Evil people holding the guns they shouldn’t have access to in the first place
@@C0Y0TE3 Nobody needs an assault rifle or an AR 15 dude this isn’t World War III
The logic is apparent and the will of THE PEOPLE is also apparent.. WTF is taking so long for action? Money? Selfish political agendas? Of course 🤑 😖
What is taking so long? The 2nd Amendment has not been Amended, that’s what- come on you know this… they can change it with 5 simple words, but refuse to do it, because they say it’s to hard to do, Americans should call bullshite!!!
Republicans are low-down, underhanded hypocrites, at best.
That's the problem.
With most things.
All of the above.
The Republican Party politicized too many issues that should not have been politicized. Now they're trapped by their own Republican base.
Bought and paid for nra, and gun manufacturers are in their pockets.
Well put, Sir!
I have no doubt, there were some members who were full of rage when the ousted members returned to congress. That is just sad.
Democracy won out
Steam coming from their ears…and I am here for it! ❤
Of course there is. This whole incident is grounded in hate. And it didn't turn out the way they wanted. Just the opposite in fact.
Oh, no. Anyway….
What about our children that are being killed by gun violence? WE STAND WITH THE TENNESSEE 3! Thank you Kamala Harris, Vice President for your unscheduled stop in Tennessee to speak with the Democratic "TENNESSEE 3" lawmakers that were expelled for speaking up for the people and with the people regarding gun violence. Support from President, Joe Biden and former President, Barack Obama is awesome! WE WILL NEVER QUIT!
Two years ago Senate Dems blocked the school safety bill.
Armed gaurds at schools problem solved
@@C0Y0TE3 you mean the bank didn't have armed guards? Who are your trying to lie to?
@Marilena Ganea Hmm nope can't find a report of any armed guards at the bank. I can find an armed guard at Price Middle School January 31, 2013 taking out a school shooter before he massacred the school.... imagine that
@@C0Y0TE3 Didn't help at Uvalde. What's your next genieus idea? Arm the kids?
Banks have armed guards, didn't stop the mass killing in Kentucky
Lawrence O’Donnell's monologues are gold.
❤I agree
The context that Lawrence O'Donnell brings to his essays brings forward facts that many of us were not aware of, or have forgotten. In this he augments the powerful words that Justin Pearson speaks in his own powerful voice like few political commentators do. I had not heard of Representative Pearson until last week. I was transfixed by his speech on the floor in the midst of this shameful action by his legislative body to expel him, and now I see the resonance of history in his words. I sincerely hope he will be reinstated Wednesday. Representative Pearson embodies the characteristics that all who hold public office should aspire to and demonstrate.
Powerful speech
You are the greatest at telling a story, Lawrence! A true story, not only fiction.
I always look SO forward to hearing Lawrence clear out the cobwebs of misinformation and bring truth into the light. He's such an intelligent man and has the ability to break down any topic and explain it to us where it's easy for everyone to understand. Thanks for all you do Lawrence.
Wow what a brilliant and moving speech. I loved the riff off the Frederick Douglass 4th of July speech. I am now an atheist but I was "raised up in the church" and the eloquent exposition of the fight for justice through the lens of Jesus's commitment to love still moves me.
Inspiring. Thank God.
I want that guy to run for president
I’d vote for him. 👍🏻
When the KY shooting occurred, I told my coworkers yesterday. They just shrugged. “Oh, another one?” Then one said “Oh it happened at a bank, that’s probably just a robbery, not a mass a shooting.” As if it matters. I’m afraid people are becoming numb to the needless and wanton suffering of others in this bloody country.
That is the GOP strategy…. If it happens often enough, ppl will stop caring about it…. That is why they take no legislative action. They’d love to see it happen every day!
Becoming?
@@Slo-ryde It already happens about twice a day.
If you look at the Republican side of that house it is 100% white. Every single seat. In one of the most diverse countries on the planet, how is that even possible?
It's the same as in Congress minus a few = 99.5%
So like you don't think the handful of Caucasians that organized the theft of this country from Britain didn't make sure they were going to keep it.
@Todd Toure ... im a white guy and even I know that's a huge problem. They may want to think about diversifying a little. Maybe to appeal to an American electorate. Just a thought.
@@jasonw7521 why would they mess with a winning formula almost 300 years or winning
@@jasonw7521 The Hatred is as imbedded as the Confederate. It'll never happen.
powerful and timely
Preach it👍🏼
These republicans that refuse to change their minds on these guns needs to attend the autopsies of these poor innocent people or at the very least all of their funerals, maybe just maybe then they will think!
Yes. They need to see what an assault rifle does to a little child, up close, in full color. If that sounds harsh, imagine what the parents of those children have to witness in their nightmares for the rest of their lives.
Don’t be fooled…the GOP know what these guns can do…… they don’t care, and don’t wanna hear it…. Because they are shills of the gun lobby…..plain and simple!…. The solution would be to vote them out, but that won’t happen in places like TN and KY, where stupidity overtakes common sense!!!!
@Lindsey Tear The Republicans already know all that and they just don't care about it. That party is pro- mass-murder, especially in public schools.
@@weebunny I absolutely agree, the parents the police the medical staff and the coroner all get to see these bodies all too often now. All of them in their professions having to deal with these shootings first hand day in day out its more than sad it's just so traumatic for everyone involved but nothing gets done while these people suffer in silence doing their job, that is just a horrendous horror story! I know I could not ever see a child in that state, my heart goes out to those who do. My prayers for the families and all involved in these mass shootings nothing breaks my heart more.
Rep. Justin Pearsom’s way of speaking and his words are mesmerizing. Oh I hope to live long enough to see him reach the highest office in the land!
Those 2 Nashville council members can talk me into anything. Very articulate gentlemen! 😂
One is from Nashville, the other from Memphis. Yes both very articulate young men who will go far.
Thank you Lawrence. Love you and you and your team's work.
Thank you Representative Pearson! You speak for America, for ALL of We the People. Thank you for your service, your courage, and your honor. We need more people like you representing us in every community and state - our nation!
Now I get w h y Rep. Pearson got expelled. Bet everybody does.
Wow. Maybe there's hope after all...
These words are heard far beyond the United States. We in England hear these words and are united in support for these men and their message. Long live the voice of Dr. King and this fine young man, Mr Pearson. That was a brilliant speech, moving and heartfelt. We sure hope you can bring equality to your country. No more Trump...
Welcome back Mr. Pearson from a white South Carolinian who attended a black school beginning in 1970. That was a great day for me! So many wonderful friends and a super education. I'm standing with you!
The first mass shooting occurred in Goleta, CA over thirty-some years ago at a United States Postal Office facility. The term "gone postal" was coined afterward.
Thanks for that education. That phrase makes sense now.
Not close. Charles Whittmen killed 16 in Austin 1966. 84 San Ysidro ca. 21 killed. In Oaklahoma 86? 12 or so killed at post office.
These two patriots make me feel like being more patriotic, and thats saying something.
Cmon they are mericans!
When the AR is used on a GQP family member, MAYBE, they'll get it
No, they will never get it
Being from Tennessee, I am so thankful that a spotlight is being shined nationwide on what is still happening here. The one thing the Republicans around here hate is having their deeds exposed, and it was so satisfying to finally see them being put in their place. When Mr. Pearson was speaking, I was cheering at the television that finally, a voice of reason was being heard in our leadership.
Tell your fellow citizens to stop voting for these GOP cruds…. They don’t even care about those who vote for them!
Protect this man at all costs!
Inspiring!
Never been more polarized in my life than I have been since 2016...
Well said dr Martin Luther king
Don't forget that permitless open and concealed carry laws are happening.
Which makes no sense, more crazies can get guns🙄
Ohio already has it
Republicans see the mass-murders of children as a policy success, so they react by passing laws that promote more.
Florida's murder rate last year was 7.5/100,000. Next year it will be higher. And the next year. And the next year.
@@jim007 And every major city in Ohio has a higher murder rate than NYC
His words was also heard throughout the world - all my love from Sweden!
🇩🇰🪑🪑🪑🪑🪑💙🙏🇺🇸💃yes here from Copenhagen Denmark
👏🏽 👏🏽 triumphant return
Hopefully, these two fine 'Justins'
will be Nominated and Awarded
the Nobel Peace Prize for their
tremendously brave struggle &
sacrifice for protecting the Lives
of a Whole Generation of the up
and coming Americans. Now, that
would be 'Justice!' :-) 👍 ✌️ 🖖
Sooner or later, all the people
will come to their senses and
realize what danger this is. And,
those promoting it will be thrown
out on their sad, dysfunctional ear
and regarded for the fools they are.
"Wokism" is just another Term
for the"Third Enlightenment." The
GOPee would rather kick All of our
hard won Human and Civil Rights back
Dowwn to the bottomless Pit - of the
MediEvil [Sic] Abyss😱. "300," styyle!
Brilliant speech by that young man! Hope he makes a national career.
Oh, there's *DEFINITELY* GOP rage.
"Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced."
~ James Baldwin (1924-1987), American writer, essayist, novelist, playwright, and social critic
What are high-capacity magazines used for?
A large capacity magazine is a magazine used in any type of firearm that has an overall capacity of, or can be converted to accept, more than 10 rounds of ammunition. These magazines allow shooters to fire numerous rounds - in some cases as many as 100 -without having to reload. BAN the high-capacity magazines .. nothing about a right to own high-capacity magazines in the SA ..
Gloria Johnson is also important to us as well. We are together with her and both Jones and Pearson .
It's important to have a white middle-aged woman who is also standing up with our African American leaders for the people and children of Tennessee and our US.
Thank you Lawerence for a great piece! I love the way you weave history and the significance of it tied to present news.
Your words on “Am I Next?”
were very powerful as was Justin’s speech!
The spirit of Martin Luther King lives on. Amen.
My first response to seeing Mr. Jones reenter the TN state house was, 'they better get that guy some security.'
Focus on your local ballot! That's where the legislative dominoes start falling. Read up on every single candidate down to the dog catcher. Find out where they stand on common sense gun safety and their track record at being a decent human being.
Yes, but you first need to have a voting majority with common sense to do what you say!
Wow.. This was awesome! I HAD to turn my laptop back on to comment, as I watch on tv most often, and can not comment there. Everything, from the intro/prelude you (Lawrence) did, to Pearson's words were amazing. I will think of this when I try to sleep in a few hours. If I learned/knew (do not think I did), about the ~~"I AM A MAN~~" (garbage trucks), my old mind had forgotten it. Wow, simply amazing!! TY.
All in Divine order! Triumphant and guest on Lawrence's show only the beginning for Justin's entrance to the national stage. Grace.
The JUSTINS 👏🏼
Amazing speech by Justin J Pearson!
Powerful = Amen
"HOPE IS CREATED EVERYDAY " JAMES BALDWIN
A story we needed to hear today.
My mother’s family is from the state of Tennessee, and I am proud of my heritage and familial roots in that beautiful state. I grew up wearing the bright orange of the University of Tennessee Volunteers, and do to this day.
I am a Louisiana native, from New Orleans, another red state that has little blue oases that are fighting for our rights and our future as the radical conservative establishment of many southern states are stripping away our rights and attempting to silence the voices of change.
Like the cities that these two brave men represent, Memphis and Nashville, also music cities, we are drowning in the crimson surge of the Republican Party’s authoritarian ideology.
I am proud of Mr. Jones and Mr. Pearson for having the courage to take a stand, and the chance of personal and professional harm, against the same kind of politicians who are responsible for Jim Crow, Lynchings, the Klan, and other hateful things that we have fought against for centuries.
I sincerely hope that they both continue to stand by the truth and not allow themselves to be silenced. Dr. King would be proud of them both. They walk in his footsteps with most of the nation behind them.
Beautiful.
Awesome!! What an eloquent and moving speech! A great American stands up to be heard!
Very eloquent men, so grateful they're seeing a little justice ⚖ ❤ Justice Matters
Lawrence, it was the right thing to do! I’m so happy for those young men they deserve a shot to be a leader. They are both, intelligent agreement. What time is it exclamation?
We love you
Justin Jones
Thank you GOP for letting us know this Patriot Justin Jones