I think the remarkable thing about Cory Booker's speech is that much of it is *a good speech*. He's not just filling time, he's using time while the spotlights on him.
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Definitely not enough of that. This speech will go down the history is not just the longest, but quite possibly one of the most longest and eloquent speeches in US history.
Utterly chilling when he spoke about education... what I have heard so far I want to hear more.
I already know what they did to the Dept of education and
health and science and scholarships but he was talking about one particular school as an example...
I hear you. There's so much bad news every day coming from the current Administration: Cuts in funding, laying off workers, deportations, lawsuits Etc that I've had to be partially numb, because to take it all in is just overwhelming. Listening to Corey absolutely tugged at the heart strings.💙💙
The moment I’ve been waiting for… It was a happening for all who treasure our democracy. As someone once said, and out of our need came a hero. Shining.
26 and a bit hours. No reading phonebooks, no encyclopaedias. 26 hours of valid arguments against the current state of the situation. This isn’t even in the same league as previous filibusters.
Pretty astonishing that he was still dropping absolute bangers at the 20 hour mark. Haven't tuned in for the last three hours or so but he is definitely making the most of this moment for sure.
You mean Cory’s not talking about Hannibal lector?
Cory’s not talking about getting eaten by sharks?
Cory’s not talking about batteries under water?
Please let me know what I missed…😂
Yeah I‘ve seen a few of these and I checked in yesterday and today as he went and I was stunned how eloquent he stayed through the whole process. There was no Green Eggs and Ham moment. Impressive and very moving
It is so impressive! Very eloquent, thoughtful. I’d say he’s put himself on the short list for the Dems’ next presidential ticket. And perhaps more importantly, is stepping up as a leader when the party desperately needs it!!!
Not like Ted "dumbass" Cruz, who reads Dr. Seuss to kill the time. @booker.senate.gov actually had intelligent and good points to say, and for 25 hours.
There's no shortage of material that has been given to us to take down what a piece of trash Trump is.
I could probably go a day or 2
I was SO impressed with the stories he told and how he weaved them in with policy. I also loved hearing so much truth and calling out republicans. I listened for almost six hours. This is probably the most patriotic thing I’ve ever experienced.
It was a respectful speech. He could have read Dr. Seuss which would have been an insult to the institution, his constituents, the country and Dr. Seuss.
The livestreams introduced tons of people to new information. Clipping his speech into tons of social media posts will be amazing. He gave us 25 hrs of useful content to fight this battle. Let’s go! #WeAreTheFlood
The Dem party has done too much to disappoint me at this point - I'm far too cynical. It's going to take a lot more than a speech. I don't doubt Booker believes what he's saying, but all I see is Dems raking in Resistance cash only to fail us once again. I'll believe it and celebrate when I see it.
Absolutely and the other Senate Dems are doing great too. A national town hall showing Dems focused on the issues, smart as hell, with moral clarity and a sense of humor and great affection between them all.
Cory Booker spoke from his heart. America has not been kind to Black people. While much progress has been made it took only one hatemonger to resurrect the evil that is racism. Cory spoke to all of us tonight. Hopefully he buried Strom Thurmond's legacy.
Finally someone with some cojones!
Not that stupid Fetterman who is full of baloney!
Cory Booker stands up to rail against the Lying King!
For hours and hours Cory did sing!
Now we need some more senators to stand up!
And drink from that big truth cup!
Performative Ted Cruz. Green Eggs & Ham is a story about coming to the realization that if you try something you don't like, you just might like it in the end. Just stupid on his part to use that story to protest the Affordable Care Act especially since people tried it and liked it in the end.
Yes, & as Cory mentioned , his team brought to light & spoke about bipartisan concerns & programs & projects that have been worked on together for the American people. It wasn’t just a democrat issue or a Republican issue. It was about American issues/concerns& the rule of law, etc..💞🇨🇦
Booker told incredible stories that inspired everyone. I bet even Reptile Republicans were at least somewhat inspired by his words. No filler - just GREAT CONTENT!
From what I saw and heard (about 8hrs) there were at least 4 memorable State of the Union speeches in his filibuster!
- the part of his fam getting a home
- his ode to J Lewis
- the part of being accountable as a politician (left or right!)
- his explanation of what the results of the tax cuts are
His rhetorical skill - he's a genuinely gifted orator - has gone under-recognized in the last 24 hours, because his stamina and perseverance proved so herculean. The real event inside the platforming of his voiced outrage is his eloquence: Booker's a firebrand with a poetic soul.
Yes love he’s choosing content to inform and educate those listening instead of just speaking rubbish. Maybe some GOP/MAGA somewhere will get curious and start to question what they’ve be told.
Great leaders use every opportunity they can to make us better
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Who hasn’t?
How has it only been 72 days.
This isn't a show, this is real.
🚬😎
#RightOrWrongMoment
#GoodTrouble
I already know what they did to the Dept of education and
health and science and scholarships but he was talking about one particular school as an example...
He's simply wonderful!
("TotsAndPears"😂)
That is a lot of ammo in the fight for the American Youth.
Cory’s not talking about getting eaten by sharks?
Cory’s not talking about batteries under water?
Please let me know what I missed…😂
Not by me, no, no. I am way too lazy for that sort of thing.
Great job Sen. Booker! 👏
There's no shortage of material that has been given to us to take down what a piece of trash Trump is.
I could probably go a day or 2
Some ppl just can't be pleased by anything.
Also, that suit could probably stand on its own at this point.
Cory for President.
Reject fascism!
Revolution is now!
🌊🇺🇸🇺🇦🌈🟧🌍💙
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Cory Booker was (IS) awesome!
Not that stupid Fetterman who is full of baloney!
Cory Booker stands up to rail against the Lying King!
For hours and hours Cory did sing!
Now we need some more senators to stand up!
And drink from that big truth cup!
Near DC? Join us at noon at the Washington Monument.
- the part of his fam getting a home
- his ode to J Lewis
- the part of being accountable as a politician (left or right!)
- his explanation of what the results of the tax cuts are
Great leaders use every opportunity they can to make us better
#CoryBooker