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    In this extended interview from “The Problem With White People,” Jon heads to Washington, DC to meet with Cory Booker, the 9th Black Senator in U.S. history, to talk racial inequity, mass incarceration, the wealth gap, and what shifts Americans must make to create a better future.
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  • @samansiddiquie1902
    @samansiddiquie1902 Před 2 lety +986

    Give Jon Stewart a Nobel prize already. Damn he is doing more for culture, conscience and fixing of American Democracy than actual politicians.

    • @TheGuinever
      @TheGuinever Před rokem +28

      ESPECIALLY the veterans! That Republican fist bump belongs in history books! Guarantee you it won't be.

    • @firestone4330
      @firestone4330 Před rokem +1

      This guy need to be voted out

    • @firestone4330
      @firestone4330 Před rokem +1

      Denial at its best.

    • @juneramirez8580
      @juneramirez8580 Před rokem +8

      @@firestone4330 who needs to be voted out?

    • @TheGuinever
      @TheGuinever Před rokem +8

      @@firestone4330 which guy? Gotta be specific.

  • @BangBang9er
    @BangBang9er Před 2 lety +68

    "one arrest devastates a whole family" That's a truth bomb.

  • @ashtea96
    @ashtea96 Před rokem +175

    There's nothing i love more than hearing people talk sincerely. When you see how truly connected people are to the words theyre saying. They are fully invested in this conversation and you can see how present they are. And it's absolutely captivating.

    • @etan34
      @etan34 Před 3 měsíci +3

      You see this really well at the 27:00 mark, where there’s a slight difference in verbiage Jon could have used and as Jon is trying to me more eloquent about putting his point together he apologizes briefly and Booker says “I know you, I know your heart.” And then they move on gracefully to then next point.

    • @charlesreid9337
      @charlesreid9337 Před 3 měsíci

      Booker is absolutely full of shit. He's literally saying "we have to not make the racists uncomfortable and make people better and explain to racists that somehow ending racism will help them". He's a narcissist who only cares about getting elected.

    • @ValentinaRacing1
      @ValentinaRacing1 Před 3 měsíci

      Hard truths are hard to hear.

  • @MrFrenchyge
    @MrFrenchyge Před rokem +194

    I was behind Jon from the start and it took me 53 mins for Sen Booker's message to finally click: you don't have to win against the staunchest opponents when there are already so many willing supporters who just need to be shown how they can help.

    • @danielzastoupil2359
      @danielzastoupil2359 Před rokem +4

      Anger and violence rarely helps the underdog win. And if you can't use anger and violence, other tactics must be used.

    • @willyjum
      @willyjum Před 11 měsíci +4

      Seemed like Jon wanted to try to address the problem of the "opposition" and Booker saying it's enough if supporters have ways to help.

    • @john2g1
      @john2g1 Před 10 měsíci +8

      I haven't made it to 53 minutes yet and I feel like Sen. Booker is dancing around at least half of the issue.
      Correct, without a come to Christ or existential crisis moment you cannot change the staunch opponents. However, it's not about changing the staunchest opponents. It is about correcting laws that allow and/or enforce injustice in the first place.
      Edit: So Sen. Booker tells the story of John Lewis and the moral is: engage with everyone. That is the opposite of his earlier story about being able to engage with 9 vs arguing with 1.
      I need to listen to Dr. King again and Sen. Booker's commentary but I feel like he missed the point Dr. King was making.
      I think Booker would make a great President and bring America away from the ledge. However, I don't think he is right for the job of Senator, America's navigator by committee and compromise.

    • @unclethang7051
      @unclethang7051 Před 10 měsíci

      😊

    • @unclethang7051
      @unclethang7051 Před 10 měsíci

      @@danielzastoupil2359n Monmouth onnoo

  • @nursemedic17
    @nursemedic17 Před 2 lety +420

    Intelligent conversations like this REALLY need to happen....

    • @eddasturrup4912
      @eddasturrup4912 Před 2 lety +3

      🕊️🕯️🕊️

    • @lisalisa1435
      @lisalisa1435 Před rokem +10

      I so wish our politicians were this intelligent, rational and logical.

    • @florindauriegas5507
      @florindauriegas5507 Před rokem +6

      Agreed! Two grea t men conversing w such clarity and intelligently.

    • @caesiumtable-baron7314
      @caesiumtable-baron7314 Před rokem +1

      @@lisalisa1435 Policy making and issues like these get dumbed down a lot because politicians try to make it as easy to stomach as possible - too much and it gets boring and or overwhelming.

    • @ValentinaRacing1
      @ValentinaRacing1 Před 3 měsíci

      Exactly you nailed it.

  • @keithkempster5838
    @keithkempster5838 Před 2 lety +1737

    If you fight poverty, you will fight crime.

    • @treborkroy5280
      @treborkroy5280 Před 2 lety +12

      Ghettos don't need money. They need morals. Can't buy your way to having integrity. Every black person who is poor is a criminal? Of course not. Why aren't they if it's poverty then?

    • @ben.patrick
      @ben.patrick Před 2 lety +148

      You don't fight poverty. You eliminate it entirely by changing the social and economic systems that create it. But that doesn't sound as good in chants or on posters.

    • @fixieroy
      @fixieroy Před 2 lety +97

      @@treborkroy5280 sometimes i question if comments like these are tolls or if people are that dumb.
      First. Not everyone in the ghetto is dirt poor. Some people live there because thats where they grew up or thats all they know. Some stay to try to help make the neighborhood better, some move because rent is cheap. I would say most is just getting by, however theres a portion of the population that i would say is on the cusp of losing everything and so are encouraged to join a life of crime to last another day.
      Some people just give up and commit atrocities because why not when you literally have nothing to lose.
      Its no coincidence that the worst crime ridden areas, despite race, also happen to be the poorest. Just take a map and match it to crime rates and income. Itll be a fit.

    • @thezenlu
      @thezenlu Před 2 lety +22

      @@treborkroy5280 so let me put it to you like this... morality in the ghetto is not their problem, every level of society has crime, it's just that those at the bottom rung only have access to those of violent means. White Collar crimes, do exist, but rarely ever cost people their lives. So yeah, I much rather assist the ghetto and risk them becoming white collar criminals, than claim a moral superiority over people with less choices...

    • @acbower4468
      @acbower4468 Před 2 lety +16

      @Brian Z I’m not for “giving” anybody anything. The only thing you get in this country is a chance, that’s it. What you make of it is on you.

  • @n0refuge
    @n0refuge Před rokem +48

    Two real Americans talking and fighting for change. Bless you both.

    • @charlesreid9337
      @charlesreid9337 Před 3 měsíci

      bookers fighting to get re-elected and gain more political power. Nothing more. He refuses to even say we should oppose racists.. instead he says we shouldnt' offend them. As a violently anti-racist white male surrounded by them most of his life who has literally made klan bleed.. he's a weasel who only gives a shit about gaining power

  • @WanderingSkullkid
    @WanderingSkullkid Před rokem +93

    The empathy in this video is palpable. Thank you.

  • @b1ombadil
    @b1ombadil Před rokem +91

    "If America hasn't broken your heart, then you don't love her enough." I guess I'm in love.

    • @chompythebeast
      @chompythebeast Před rokem

      America is a myth. Only the people are real. I do love them, but I do not feel represented by America, and I know I'm far from the only one

    • @UnashamedCaliforniagirl
      @UnashamedCaliforniagirl Před 3 měsíci

      Exactly ❤

    • @harrietjohnson1930
      @harrietjohnson1930 Před 4 dny

      💔💔💔💔💔 since 1968 AND engaged in critical thinking and sacred activism individually and collectively. Black progress is American progress.

  • @girlfromthebronxbywayofelb7288

    "You don't have to attend every argument you get invited to". Awesome!

  • @Matriarch57
    @Matriarch57 Před 9 měsíci +9

    I’m glad Jon is filling our nations need for these kind of constructive conversations. 👏👏👏

    • @Matriarch57
      @Matriarch57 Před 9 měsíci

      The USA is behind the 8 ball. It’s sad that education is not being utilized to truly benefit the country.

  • @joannajames9253
    @joannajames9253 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Thank you Jon for coming back to foster essential conversations. Cory, I have listened to you for the last year on instagram and now here. You are one of the most thoughtful, intelligent political leaders we have. Words DO make a difference. Your point is well taken. Your compassion and heart are equally matched to your intelligence.

  • @amyholman354
    @amyholman354 Před rokem +435

    Cory’s optimism and tenacity is part of what he needs to be a good senator. His hard work makes change. Also, bravo for his statement that we need more poets. This is such a galvanizing discussion.

    • @xavierdeleon3186
      @xavierdeleon3186 Před rokem

      ong

    • @serpentines6356
      @serpentines6356 Před rokem +1

      What are these guys doing to inspire so many of the black youth to stop becoming criminals?

    • @Uldihaa
      @Uldihaa Před rokem +21

      But that optimism is also blinding him. He thinks racism is only racial animosity while ignoring that it includes racial indifference. Hos own example of a guy sitting on his couch during the Civil Rights era and seeing a brutal beating that inspires him to step up and help those being beaten ignores the fact that that guy wasn't the only one to watch that news clip. Millions saw it and did nothing.

    • @heidineatherlin1807
      @heidineatherlin1807 Před rokem +3

      Great interview. heroes changing the world. Amen to that!

    • @ThePateaux
      @ThePateaux Před rokem +18

      @@serpentines6356 If you are honestly asking that question, you are the one that needs to change. There is an hour long conversation here that explains it better than I can. You have to try to understand, instead of blame.

  • @Maverick0356
    @Maverick0356 Před rokem +388

    I love how organic this interview was. I got emotional bc seeing these individuals have a passion for this country and the love for humanity is moving. To actually see two different minds still having an actual conversation without yelling or being nasty is really refreshing. We need more of these. Thank you

    • @georgecone
      @georgecone Před rokem

      .

    • @Maverick0356
      @Maverick0356 Před rokem

      @@georgecone ..

    • @sunshynff
      @sunshynff Před rokem +8

      Yeah but this show isn't supposed to be to individuals sitting down and telling emotional stories, the reason Jon does these interviews is because he's not afraid to ask the tough questions, the ones that make people uncomfortable, instead he let Cory manipulate him, because Jon really likes him. I'm sure Corey is a good guy, but he's doing the same the media, left and right leaning, do, instead of talking about the nitty gritty tough issues, they constantly do fluffy feel good stories to make viewer go awwwww. Instead of dodging questions like a slimy republican though, Corey avoids them by attempting to pull at your heart strings.

    • @Maverick0356
      @Maverick0356 Před rokem +8

      @@sunshynff I don’t watch this show religiously. I was just saying it was just refreshing for once to see a convo not a yelling match. If that’s your perspective then fine. I’m tired of explaining myself. Have a good new year.

    • @sharingtherealworld
      @sharingtherealworld Před rokem +6

      It's Cory's lack of nasty that makes me not believe in him. This is New Jersey we see real change because we aren't afraid to make people feel bad about the way things are in order to help them find the will to change it. Cory is a limp wrist in a fight with the closed fists. He is a political genius yes but it wasn't soft speaking that made Phil Murphy abandon a 30% cannabis tax in the middle of a fentanyl crisis. It was people like myself telling him off day and night till it got threw to him it will not be tolerated.

  • @christianmatute8503
    @christianmatute8503 Před 11 měsíci +41

    I really appreciate this entire interview. I learned so much about Sen. Cory Booker, specially how much I relate with him in regards to his philosophy and approach to hard topics. A strong internal spiritual rooting is key in navigating the shifting world issues and moving towards a more perfect union.

  • @DemoDougie
    @DemoDougie Před rokem +5

    This interview should be required viewing for EVERYONE!

  • @PhoKingHell
    @PhoKingHell Před 2 lety +514

    So many times I heard Sen. Booker say "Here's what you need to understand.", or "I disagree", or "You're missing the point", or something like it, and John sitting back and reflecting and adjusting his lens. It's refreshing to see such a mature discussion that isn't scripted or that sticks to an agenda. Two honest men having an honest conversation where they don't necessarily see eye-to-eye but want to get to the root of problems. Fantastic interview, thank you.

    • @Mr_Miles_45
      @Mr_Miles_45 Před 2 lety +32

      I’m on Jon side more than bookers

    • @chaucerianfraud6767
      @chaucerianfraud6767 Před 2 lety +32

      Cringe. Honest politician? That is a oxymoron.

    • @microfoneman
      @microfoneman Před 2 lety +13

      I'm on Booker's side, but there were many times I heard Jon saying "right", and it felt like he was convinced by Booker, like you say Sourcream (lol) adjusting his lens. I appreciate that very much about Jon.
      And I agree with Booker's focus on specific words. Don't generalise. Even if you admit it's a generalisation. It gets people's backs up.

    • @lapinchechismosa
      @lapinchechismosa Před 2 lety +19

      HONEST???? Booker???? 🤡

    • @lapinchechismosa
      @lapinchechismosa Před 2 lety +14

      @@microfoneman that’s because you are a conservative lib

  • @Luckcat16
    @Luckcat16 Před 2 lety +254

    As a prosecutor, the biggest thing we can do to fix the criminal justice system is universal Healthcare. The amount of times we have to spend hours on the phone trying to get inmates to mental health facilities is despicable. Sometimes the only tool I have to keep someone safe and alive is jail until we can get them other help. That is wrong. I've seen cops nearly beg a state senator for more services for addicts and mental health. Hell, I've done it myself. The people in congress, state legislature, and even big advocacy groups don't know what the people on the ground really want and need. We need help. We want help. We know addiction and mental health services will make everyone in our community safer.

    • @Chhesterification
      @Chhesterification Před rokem +14

      I agree with what you have to say. I'm in a state where the state covers addiction treatment. The problem is finding enough beds to hold all those that need them. That makes me wonder where else have we failed? Why all these addicts? Is the income inequity so out of balance that have lost all hope? I have no answers... Just a thought.

    • @josephbelisle5792
      @josephbelisle5792 Před rokem +14

      I completely agree. And to add to that I have to say we need to take mental illness into the mind of the populace. It is unresolved trauma that fuels most of our social ills.

    • @bilbobaggins7490
      @bilbobaggins7490 Před rokem

      Trust the US government at this time for universal health care? That boat has sunk like the titanic. Both sides have let us all down. Trump can't fix it either. The man behind the curtain paid his debts. He is indebted to the New World Order. These two turkeys are just part of the world club themselves.

    • @kantraxoikol6914
      @kantraxoikol6914 Před rokem

      if you can't afford a sandwich, don't tell me you can afford crack instead. it's that simple. i couldn't care less if prisons are filled with mental health "victims" ...all i care is that crack head that killed grandma for her 5 dollars gets punished, not caught and released.

    • @jamgod8009
      @jamgod8009 Před rokem +3

      @@kantraxoikol6914 I’m sorry you’re in pain. I hope you can escape whatever toxic mindset drove you to say something so cruel and stupid. Please see a therapist. And delete your youtube account

  • @dayhefner
    @dayhefner Před 9 měsíci +7

    It’s so incredibly encouraging to me to see such a prominent figure insistently preaching empathy and reconciliation and redemption - along with a need for repentance and accountability, of course - and calling out people on all sides for our tendency to insulate ourselves from people different from us, to the point that we no longer see or value their humanity. Too often we manage to convince ourselves that we can write other people off - as though we are not all inevitably in this together, living on this small and dangerously warming planet. It’s satisfying in the short term to give in to contempt and resentment - which in some cases are well-earned - but it does nothing to move us forward or make this world a better place to live. I love the sincerity and grace of this whole conversation. 💛

  • @Yensid98
    @Yensid98 Před rokem +17

    Brilliant interview by both Jon Stewart and Senator Cory Booker. I'm so happy to find a place where discussion and learning are valued over sound bites. Very excited to watch more.

  • @joiespelund4170
    @joiespelund4170 Před rokem +201

    Two of my favorite people!! Both are generously endowed with intelligence, passion, compassion, humor, and verbal skills. A great way to spend an hour.

    • @sherondariley4224
      @sherondariley4224 Před rokem +3

      That I totally agree❤❤❤

    • @macareuxmoine
      @macareuxmoine Před rokem +4

      I cannot believe how good they are. I have no problem with the worsening of mainstream news media. I just move to places of my choosing. There’s small gems you can find.

    • @davidfeltz8697
      @davidfeltz8697 Před rokem +1

      Agreed.

    • @vodolara2644
      @vodolara2644 Před rokem +3

      Yeah I love these two men, they’re both great performers, they’re both millionaires. But Cory is the real champ, he voted against the bill that would make drugs more affordable, hurting poor black Americans. But he talks so nice, it’s hard not to love him

    • @macareuxmoine
      @macareuxmoine Před rokem +2

      @@vodolara2644 thanks for reminding us to keep our eyes peeled for the truth when looking at the powerful

  • @Alizardlovesyou
    @Alizardlovesyou Před 2 lety +181

    “You can’t be funny if you’re not smart.” What a great compliment to JS ♥️

    • @ziziroberts8041
      @ziziroberts8041 Před 2 lety +3

      True true

    • @Veggamattic
      @Veggamattic Před 2 lety +3

      It's generally true but not totally...I have met a few funny morons.

    • @ingolfura.4327
      @ingolfura.4327 Před 2 lety +2

      have you heard of mr.bean? Man I tell you, that guy's a complete idiot! But he is funny

    • @TaleDreamer
      @TaleDreamer Před 2 lety +11

      @@ingolfura.4327 Rowan Atkinson (of Mr. Bean and Black Adder fame) received a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Newcastle University) and a Masters in Electrical Engineering (Oxford). The skits in Mr. Bean may see Mr. Bean portrayed as moronic, but underlying Mr. Bean's idiotic behavior are scripts are original, brilliant and withstood the test of time, which goes to show Rowan Atkinson is no dummy when it comes to writing comedy and acting it. I mean... He managed to make mundane daily activities like seeing the dentist, going swimming and making a sandwich for lunch into funny sketches!

    • @zembryoz
      @zembryoz Před 2 lety +1

      @@TaleDreamer Wooosh.

  • @janepilkington9293
    @janepilkington9293 Před rokem +10

    Yay Jon Stewart! Don't ever stop asking the tough questions. We need you more than ever.

  • @marial4707
    @marial4707 Před rokem +24

    I am….stunned. Realized thru Booker’s words that I do need to change my thinking. I wish more people could watch this with a small effort to open the heart and mind. What an amazing senator!! So glad he’s serving. I’m going to try to do better, Cory.

  • @jamesp5408
    @jamesp5408 Před 2 lety +460

    If anyone wonders why Jon Stewart is such a good interviewer, just look at the first 4 minutes or so. He takes all of that time to provide Sen. Booker with the context of the interview and to set up the direction of the conversation he'd like to start.

    • @CreativeGPX
      @CreativeGPX Před 2 lety +36

      It really reflected well on both of them that he was able to take that much time to speak uninterrupted to lay it out. It's extremely difficult to have an intellectual conversation in any form where there has to be interjections every 10 seconds. We need more conversations where there is the time and space for a person to speak long enough to be heard.

    • @vforwombat9915
      @vforwombat9915 Před 2 lety +26

      then constantly interrupts him. Stewart can be good, but he really pushes his viewpoint to the point of not letting other ppl finish their thoughts if they disagree.
      i am torn between saying 'let Corey finish a sentence, dammit!' and 'Corey is a politician, will he ever finish a sentence'...

    • @oneirishpoet
      @oneirishpoet Před 2 lety +7

      Yeah Jon is good but he's not even close to being as awesome as Corey Booker

    • @mavigogun
      @mavigogun Před 2 lety +18

      @@vforwombat9915 , here, “politician” isn’t a pejorative. Booker had no problem expressing himself. Jon came with anticipation and expectations, had those adjusted, and we all benefited for it.

    • @cd5642
      @cd5642 Před 2 lety +3

      @@oneirishpoet hahahahahahahahaha!

  • @leslieperkel5594
    @leslieperkel5594 Před rokem +137

    Thank you so much for this profound, thought provoking and moving discussion about race in America. I am a fellow liberal Jew whose first day of school was in Boston at JFK elementary in 1965; one of only four schools in Boston that day to integrate. My white mother walked me to school through crowds of screaming racists held back by a wall of police. I was one of only a handful of white kids that day in my kindergarten class whose parents set an example that would forever stay with me and is the foundation for who I became and how I view this issue. Before we left for school that morning, my mother sat me down and told me not to be afraid because there would be people yelling and throwing things at the school. She then explained as simply as she could why. She asked me if I would like it if all flowers were the same color. Of course my answer was an emphatic No! She explained that people come in lots of colors just like flowers, but roses aren’t better than lillies or daisies; they are just different but both are beautiful. Then she explained the analogy and asked me to set a good example by being kind and friendly to everyone no matter what color they were.

    • @42663
      @42663 Před rokem

      Liberal jew? Nooooo really?

    • @Breesky03
      @Breesky03 Před rokem +12

      Love this analogy.

    • @healinspaces4u
      @healinspaces4u Před rokem +3

      ❤😭

    • @Psyco913
      @Psyco913 Před rokem +21

      ​@@42663You almost got through the second sentence. It's a start, but try a little harder next time.

    • @ahall9839
      @ahall9839 Před 11 měsíci

      Man, if only all of our problems could be solved by ignoring the actual issues and saying analogies at each other while jerking each other off.

  • @TeeLock
    @TeeLock Před rokem +37

    9 months ago but timeless. I love Cory's stories about decency, compassion, and empathy. I will do what I can with what I've got. Love this guy.

    • @charlesreid9337
      @charlesreid9337 Před 3 měsíci

      he used the word "I" about 20 times in the first five minutes then said we shouldnt piss off racists. He's a weasel con man and.. well it worked on you

  • @andrewferrauiolo4618
    @andrewferrauiolo4618 Před rokem +13

    This is how every conversation should be instead of heated arguments and fights. An intelligent conversation while discussing real issues that are plaguing our entire society.

    • @Gwabbing
      @Gwabbing Před 5 měsíci

      Yeah, the "real issues" plaguing the only first world superpower. Give me a break.

  • @erinfitzpatrick8227
    @erinfitzpatrick8227 Před rokem +100

    I’ve just watched this in Australia. I’m so moved by what I just saw. From both of you gentleman. I feel incredibly uplifted, and elucidated, you are a pair of very good men

  • @richardgonzales3697
    @richardgonzales3697 Před rokem +72

    In this interview Corey Booker is incredibly insightful and understands people and America very well. Such a great episode. Stumbled upon this and ended up watching the whole thing.

    • @sunshynff
      @sunshynff Před rokem +4

      That's great and all, but we don't need warm and fuzzy stories between friends, Jon let Corey avoid tough questions because Cory tugged at his heart string, I used to really like Corey too, but I've had enough with him avoiding the ugliness of what's going on by trying to make us feel all warm n fuzzy, he needs to get tough with republicans or go do story time at a kindergarten class.

    • @UnashamedCaliforniagirl
      @UnashamedCaliforniagirl Před 3 měsíci +1

      C'mon tell us what you " really think"😂 just kidding I find your forthrightness refreshing. Have you thought of running for office yourself? We could use that level of honesty in Congress or the Senate. Just a thought 🤔 ​@@sunshynff

    • @sunshynff
      @sunshynff Před 3 měsíci

      @@UnashamedCaliforniagirl .....Why thank you for the kind words, I recently retired a few years early, and I'm in the process of getting involved more with my community via outreach programs, mutual aid, and just advocating for some things that people in my area (semi-rural) aren't used to, not sure I want to go beyond that.
      I'll never say never, but I've seen so many people, even in local government, get swayed or corrupted, not just by money either, sometimes it's just peer pressure, or the ability to be part of the "in crowd" in a town or city, some just get drunk with power telling others what to do. I'm not saying those things would happen to me, I'd like to think I'm better than that, but I also know I'm human, and as of now, I don't want the stress of finding out, and I also think I can be more effective as boots on the ground, out there puttin' some work in, does that make sense, or was that a cop out?? LOL.

  • @mysty3334
    @mysty3334 Před rokem +16

    Thank you John, for this very insightful talk. Please do more of these. I now know Senator Booker better than I could ever know him from usual 10 minute media.

  • @tonyspumoni
    @tonyspumoni Před rokem +3

    This was simply incredible. Inspiring and rejuvenating. Never knew much about Cory Booker, and now I realize how glad I am that he's a senator. We need more people like each of these men. Really incredible. I haven't felt this much faith for our politicians in a long time.

  • @RobertDiVito
    @RobertDiVito Před 2 lety +20

    That was a Masterclass in not taking the bate to reductive rhetoric. In some ways, mimicking John’s critique of the mainstream news media. Senator Booker speaks like a man focused on all the small victories and how to get up from the big losses. Bravo.

  • @kris2455
    @kris2455 Před rokem +59

    The socks story reminded me of how I was dating my husband and he helped a homeless person who I rejected because I just couldn't stand the stench and was scared because he was drunk. My husband has put everything aside and helped the man in need and I felt ashamed for my own reaction. This was the moment I realized he was a better person than me and I loved him truly for that. 20 years passed and he has fed himself so much russian financed propaganda and has read so many conspiracy theories...the words that come out of his mouth can be so evil and full of hatred towards the weakest in our society....I ask myself where the person is that I once so admired and I grieve for him. Those moments when someone is basically holding a mirror in front of us and what we see is not what we hoped and we are shocked...those moments shape us the most.

    • @Rob165x
      @Rob165x Před rokem +3

      Echo chambers can resonate through us sometimes, I find myself saying hateful things too, but he probably hasn’t changed all that much. The internet has just made the bitter voices louder, disproportionate, it tugs at heart strings that poke out, able to find the wrong premise wherever you want. But a heart stems from much deeper principles and convictions, don’t let the surface level quarrels dictate who he is. We all have our biases that make us sound ignorant, but it’s a much simpler methodology to the madness and it can mean very little. Hope it still works out for you, he should at least have enough trust in you to rectify his shortcomings and only you can remind him of that.

    • @vaels5682
      @vaels5682 Před rokem +5

      People can change, for better or worse.

    • @michelleortega9026
      @michelleortega9026 Před rokem +6

      Woman to woman: making the conscious decision to not engage a man who is intoxicated is an act of self-preservation. While you admit that this was a multilevel decision that made you think more deeply about your motivations, I empathize with that hesitation to engage with an intoxicated person. Just my two cents

    • @kevinmokumobi9684
      @kevinmokumobi9684 Před rokem +2

      I'm sorry that happened to your husband that touched me I don't know why. Tell him that story if he will hear it maybe he will come back.

    • @rockergirl6926
      @rockergirl6926 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Remind him of this story and how he affected you then. Maybe you can affect him now by leading by example.

  • @ms.ostenkamp6915
    @ms.ostenkamp6915 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Thank YOU BOTH for this intelligent conversation. Cory Booker, YOU are an INSPIRATION!

  • @elainefoster9137
    @elainefoster9137 Před 2 měsíci +3

    This is such a great conversation. I wish more people would have open honest discussions, even if they don't see eye to eye on every issue. They both make sure to stop and listen to each other. They don't talk over each other. We have to all come together and realize we are all in this together.

  • @hsavage2899
    @hsavage2899 Před rokem +102

    How I hope that Senator Booker will run for president again someday soon, What a wise, thoughtful, introspective and kind kind human. He gives me hope, as does Jon and all of the awareness he has brought to the public for many years. I so miss watching Jon every night after family dinner but I’m so pleased to see him furthering the conversation and consciousness of our great country. Thank you both for this insightful and uplifting interview.❤

    • @ritafranco3020
      @ritafranco3020 Před 10 měsíci

      If you think Booker has dementia along w/other Democrats,then it shows you’re ignorant racist,the kind Booker talked about.He’s brilliant.He’s idealistic.If every congress person could be as insightful as he is we would be a great country.not the greatest.I dare you could beat Booker in a debate. Sit back & watch how the pros do it. You could learn some humility.

  • @patj5330
    @patj5330 Před 2 lety +20

    I am in awe of both Jon Stewart and Senator Booker. This is the kind of interview that should be mandatory in every classroom, and to those who love this country and want to make it a better place. Lets have more like this. Thought provoking, insightful, brilliant. Thank you.

  • @Decebal238
    @Decebal238 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Together with your guest Senator Cory Booker you restaure in this interview the feeling that Earth is still a good place to be. Thank you.

  • @jennnewman6444
    @jennnewman6444 Před 11 měsíci +9

    This was a fantastic sit down with two incredible hearts and minds to discuss some of the most critically important talking points of today and I enjoyed this so much!
    As a woman trying to be and do my best everyday I learned a lot here and respect you both for the work you do!
    Thank you ♥️

  • @DestonieSalazar
    @DestonieSalazar Před 2 lety +259

    “You don’t have to attend every argument you’re invited to”. Wow. That really hits home.

    • @gdlonborg
      @gdlonborg Před 2 lety

      Same. Right in the feels.

    • @Done478
      @Done478 Před 2 lety

      Yeah, that one got me, too.

    • @heidistonebraker7380
      @heidistonebraker7380 Před 2 lety +1

      So simple, yet very profound.

    • @alifmuhammadchicago
      @alifmuhammadchicago Před 2 lety +5

      Yup. That's just gold. And then there's the gem... "If America doesn't break your heart, you don't love Her enough."

    • @KalinTheZola
      @KalinTheZola Před 2 lety

      @Robert Taylor kk

  • @Kbsnflwr
    @Kbsnflwr Před 2 lety +67

    Thank you. Both of you. I’ve been SO angry at the state of this country and the way it’s run, basically since birth. (Jon) I’ve also always known love is the only thing that changes the world. Even if it’s one person at a time. (Sen. Booker) I have never seen a more transformative conversation. One that both lessened my anger and gave me practical tools to use to fight injustice. I also learned the importance of separating the fight from the people that support what I’m fighting. You both are, and have been, a source of knowledge and inspiration to me. I respect you both so much already and this was beautiful. Truly. Thank you.

    • @halifaxeh
      @halifaxeh Před rokem +8

      You’ll get even better information from many Black authors - I suggest starting with Mikki Kendall’s “Hood Feminism” as well as Austin Channing Brown, Isabel Wilkerson, and if you want to understand systemic racism in education, please follow Bettina Love. White people need to move beyond feeling ashamed and start acting on removing systemic barriers, but they don’t want to give up their privilege (including liberals). “Nice” racism is still racism.

    • @Kbsnflwr
      @Kbsnflwr Před rokem +8

      @@halifaxeh 💯 I appreciate the recommendations - going to check them out. I’ve been on a journey of learning. My knee jerk reaction is to want to burn the whole system to the ground and build from the ashes but that isn’t realistic sadly.

    • @halifaxeh
      @halifaxeh Před rokem +7

      @@Kbsnflwr I’m with you on wanting to burn it down! But we have to do what we can and encourage others to be more active learners too.

    • @thomasbrown9699
      @thomasbrown9699 Před rokem +2

      Amen!

  • @p.g.3806
    @p.g.3806 Před rokem +4

    These 1hr interviews are a real breath of fresh air. With most interviewers, it would probably drag. But John Stewart is so incisive and listens so deeply that it is truly revealing. In this format, you understand the nuances of the topic and, most importantly, you understand the person.

  • @miaquirino9703
    @miaquirino9703 Před 10 měsíci +3

    this is actually one of my favorite videos ever! i admire both you and senator booker so much!

  • @annewillmott3091
    @annewillmott3091 Před rokem +119

    Loved how you just actively listened to Cory who so clearly explains his own thoughts. Would that we could all be as respectful and open to one another. A lesson in every way, thank you both.😊

    • @veramae4098
      @veramae4098 Před rokem +1

      For a lesson on racism, read the original "Dr. Dolittle" book.
      Fortunately the charming plot has taken on a life of it's own and 7 movies have been made.
      But the book is incredibly racist. I never recommended it to kids, but it's a useful lesson for adults.
      Retired librarian

    • @rodniegsm1575
      @rodniegsm1575 Před rokem

      The problem with white people?? White people don't attribute the same humanity to people who don't look like them. Whit them humanity doesn't go beyond their own reflection in the mirror.

    • @mjone57
      @mjone57 Před rokem

      So smart and respectful

  • @YawaruSan
    @YawaruSan Před rokem +103

    "We need to tell the truth, but we still refuse to tell the truth because it may hurt people's feelings." Language is important, and the more you soften it the easier it is to minimize it. The reason white supremacy is so prevalent today is because it's not allowed to be called out for what it is. Push through the feelings, corner them and make them listen, stop coddling white supremacists.

    • @logan1956
      @logan1956 Před rokem +7

      You Betta say that shit!!!

    • @mrIlovethe90s1
      @mrIlovethe90s1 Před rokem +3

      Indeed

    • @noslomoe8271
      @noslomoe8271 Před rokem

      I knew Stewart was a typical liberal...totally ignorant on most issues...but here he shows just how immensely ignorant he is.
      In 1964, LBJ's re-election was threatened because of the Vietnam War. So Democratic operatives went door-to-door to bribe
      Black families with perpetual welfare for votes, and told them, "as long as NO MAN is in your house, you can collect
      indefinitely". Thus began the destruction of the Black family.
      Three Black scholars, Thomas Sowell, Glenn Loury, and Coleman Hughes, show us exactly why there is wealth disparity in
      the Black community today.
      After sixty-years and TRILLIONS in welfare reparations (50% of all welfare in USA went to Black families), from
      Affirmative Action to Section-8 housing, Black culture is the number one reason for wealth inequality. It destroyed an entire
      generation of black youth, and still is.
      1...Over 70% fatherless families
      2...Highest murder and violent crime rate in the USA
      3...Glorification of gangsta and thugs
      4...Prison = "street cred"
      5...Young intellectuals are labelled "trying to be white"
      6...Belief in false "victimhood", instead of determination
      7...Shutting down Black conservatives to avoid truth
      8...Voting for one party regardless how they fail them
      9..."Music" that teaches youth that women are "hoes" and not worth marrying
      10...Accepting far-left propaganda to blame others for life failures
      11...Allowing the welfare state to become father and mother
      12...No integrity to denounce Black culture
      13...33% of Black men are felons (1 out of 3) 50% have a criminal record.
      14...Black women buy more luxury items, like cars & jewelry, than white women
      15...62% of Black males buy alcohol. 25% are daily heavy drinkers
      16...Almost 25% of Black men spend $2200 each year on cigarettes
      (accumulated down-payments on TWO HOUSES or two businesses)

    • @omarkashif9643
      @omarkashif9643 Před rokem +8

      Thank you! All this careful speak is pissing me off. Booker just tell the damn unadulterated, well documented truth!

    • @noslomoe8271
      @noslomoe8271 Před rokem

      Here's the real problem...Black culture.
      czcams.com/video/U3nx2WRQ32w/video.html

  • @harriett107
    @harriett107 Před rokem +6

    This really fed my soul. How great are these two men.

  • @Muhahahahaz
    @Muhahahahaz Před rokem +6

    The sock story has me balling… This man has so much love 😭
    (Okay, so it was his friend who gave up the socks, but still. I’m completely inspired by his perspective and everything he’s said. I literally never observe such love in our world, but I’m going to find a way to start myself. Cuz right now I’m literally just dying from all the external hate that I let in)

  • @QuiltLady
    @QuiltLady Před rokem +36

    Cory Booker and Jon Stewart, a great team. And both are fearless and get things done.

  • @andrew66862
    @andrew66862 Před 2 lety +519

    Great to have Jon back. I hadn't heard the word "accoutrements" in 7 years.

    • @rs68158
      @rs68158 Před 2 lety +14

      I missed him myself. I understood why he left but it is so nice to have him back.

    • @Levelity
      @Levelity Před 2 lety +4

      Last time I heard that was Winnebago Man.

    • @TheBella2u
      @TheBella2u Před 2 lety +15

      Seriously 😳 nice to listen 👂 to intelligent convo’s.

    • @treavam5653
      @treavam5653 Před 2 lety +6

      I love that word!!

    • @kryss.4725
      @kryss.4725 Před 2 lety +8

      Missed the old "soupçon", too.

  • @lrandle98
    @lrandle98 Před rokem +16

    This is a beautiful conversation that taught me a lot and was absolutely up-lifting. This gives me hope.

    • @mjone57
      @mjone57 Před rokem +2

      I feel educated.... I don't often feel that after watching interviews

    • @mjone57
      @mjone57 Před rokem +1

      Me too

  • @Juniper122
    @Juniper122 Před rokem +6

    Jon! As always great interview! The reason I always come back for Jon Stewart interviews is because you always ask the exact question people want to hear in the most Frank yet diplomatic way. The last two people you interviewed from New Jersey were complete political hacks. And refused to admit the truth about racism and the legal system in the United States. When Cory Booker made a comment that resembled pull yourself up by the bootstraps I got sick. Cory Booker is from Washington DC and was the mayor of Newark the largest urban area in New Jersey. So for Cory Booker to have this flippant attitude about people and their self determination issues not having anything to do with systematic problems is just ridiculous. I’m only 26 minutes in but I’m gonna watch this until the end. Jon you’re doing a great job.

  • @ernesthairston6464
    @ernesthairston6464 Před rokem +16

    This is one of the riches conversations about systemic racism and discrimination solutions I have come across yet. This is EXCELLENCE.

  • @jaynegreppin948
    @jaynegreppin948 Před 2 lety +78

    i stumbled upon this and wow. what a wonderful, intelligent, and open conversation. tears in my eyes. i needed it; as i have become more and more shameful of the country i live in. but, as he stated, if doesn't break your heart, it's not worth it. brilliant.

    • @maryroberts589
      @maryroberts589 Před rokem +2

      So engouraging to see this great conversation between to men who obviously care about sharing information and clarifying points to help move this topic forward! We all must do better!

    • @ImNotaRussianBot
      @ImNotaRussianBot Před rokem +1

      Check out Jon's other interviews. SO good.

  • @owoodford
    @owoodford Před rokem +5

    "if America hasn't broken your heart, you don't live it enough" what a beautiful statement in the midst of Corey's impassioned expression of how he stands for our ideals and believes in the long game.

  • @StevePorter76
    @StevePorter76 Před rokem +5

    This is quite possibly one of the best things I've seen out of the political sphere in a LONG time. I wish the Senator had had a bit more time in the media during the last primary season. Inspiring and profound in a way I did not expect.

  • @KarlaElaine100
    @KarlaElaine100 Před 2 lety +83

    I am absolutely INSPIRED by the fact that Jon Stewart is looking for SOLUTIONS. He is generally also doing so through respectful conversations with influential people who can possibly help facilitate change. Change more often than not happens gradually.

    • @Ranshin077
      @Ranshin077 Před 2 lety +5

      This show is what America needs.

    • @mavigogun
      @mavigogun Před 2 lety +1

      While I generally agree with that sentiment - and with John’s perspective, entirely - it sure seemed to me John did the show, the conversation, and his guest a disservice by not extending that respect to Sullivan. Not Sullivan’s notions, but to the man, who trusted John enough to expose what he believed.

    • @ZaZen___
      @ZaZen___ Před 2 lety

      And look at this, he put up a long full length interview of substance without a "profit at all costs" mentality. This content really does replace the 24/7 news networks. When societies are sick, it's the comedians who step in to point out and criticize the establishment. I heard rumors of Stewart teaming up with Breaking Points. We need new networks of journalism perhaps supported via crowd sourced donations or viewership, and/or funded by ads of companies who are socially conscious and not profit at all costs driven. I'm sure these aren't simply THE answers but like JS, I too am trying to think my way towards solutions.

    • @oneirishpoet
      @oneirishpoet Před 2 lety

      JS is the best, as great as Colbert and Noah are, nobody is close to Jon Stewart

    • @oneirishpoet
      @oneirishpoet Před 2 lety

      @@mavigogun Sullivan who? WTF are you talking about?

  • @tsmilingatu
    @tsmilingatu Před 2 lety +68

    As a middle aged black woman, after watching this brilliant discussion; how am in more agreement with Jon Stewart that he seemed to completely get my view points and voiced all that I think is the problem in this country with white people and politics than with Black senator Cory Booker. Senator Cory Booker has some points and ideas of how to look at things, but I feel like he’s living with one foot in (current and past reality), and then one foot in an (imaginary)post-racism society. I just felt that Jon Stewart seemed to speak more of how I feel and see things than someone who looks like me. I just find it an odd and unsettling feeling. 🤷🏾‍♀️

    • @anthonysealyel5887
      @anthonysealyel5887 Před 2 lety

      The world felt like this middle age black woman. It's been middle age black men whom seem to keep tryna tip toe around things. Jus be straight up like Stewart he's JEWISH LOL 👁🤣 . Yes! it's the language in law dealing with the constitution which is also spiritual in science. Now on a masonic level yes you do have to find a way to touch or create empathy in the so-called white woman/man heart. It is jus sick to see the willi lynch manifest GENERATIONS LATER and The European society wonna act like we need to talk about racism. That may be true to some degree amongst themselves jus not with politicians that are MASTERS OF MANIPULATION! Tht look like us....FYI OUR PPL SPECIFICALLY NOT ALL IF YOUR TRYNA FIX THE PROBLEM BOOKER. WHEN YOU FOCUS ON US SPECIFICALLY THEN YOU FIX THIS ISSUE FOR ALL. SMH.

    • @Adagiowellness
      @Adagiowellness Před rokem +7

      I think the answer is in communication and these discussions because different people will take different pieces away and grow. We need more discussions like this.

    • @jamiemiller7316
      @jamiemiller7316 Před rokem +16

      I agree, I don't know if it's because he's a politician or unrealistically optimistic but I found myself disagreeing with his opinions and reasoning quite often. He seemed to purposely disregard the reasons why his fellow law makers pass or block certain legislation if it impacts low income or minority communities positively.

    • @georgepatterson884
      @georgepatterson884 Před rokem

      E

    • @bklyntraveler9705
      @bklyntraveler9705 Před rokem

      I think Stewart is speaking honestly about reality. Booker, on the other hand, is speaking about how to get people to move forward within a certain paradigm. He doesn’t want a Revolution

  • @RP-iw5tm
    @RP-iw5tm Před rokem +9

    That was one of the most informative interviews I have every witnessed. still processing it. and will be for a while. Because at the end of the day What am I doing to be apart of the solution? Thank you everyone at The Problem with Jon Stewart.

  • @KC-ws3lz
    @KC-ws3lz Před rokem +3

    Wow what an excellent episode!! Senator Cory Booker really touched my heart. At the beginning of the interview, I thought Senator Booker was seeing life through rainbow color glasses but now I see he knows the only way to change this country is by touching people's hearts. Which will allow empathy, sympathy, compassion and love to melt hearts and produce change. He's the real deal.

  • @mamabear3217
    @mamabear3217 Před 2 lety +55

    All I can say is I am grateful that we do not have to keep screaming we are hurting, we are tired... That someone is finally seeing and listening, to see Corey just being able to listen

  • @eviebee8325
    @eviebee8325 Před rokem +149

    This is an amazing interview with Booker I honestly shed a tear. He is so intelligent and responded so thoughtfully. 🙌✌️

    • @azizabahati7037
      @azizabahati7037 Před rokem +8

      And that’s the problem. We need more than thoughtful responses and codling the group we must mobilize to make these changes.

    • @marvinharris8926
      @marvinharris8926 Před rokem +7

      Word!! Wish he'd run for President again.

    • @maryhalverson5713
      @maryhalverson5713 Před rokem

      ​@@marvinharris8926 - Booker's too widely recognized as vapidly insincere for that to make sense.

    • @marvinharris8926
      @marvinharris8926 Před rokem +1

      @@maryhalverson5713 Sorry you feel that way 🤔

    • @maryhalverson5713
      @maryhalverson5713 Před rokem +1

      @@marvinharris8926 Booker should be sorry for being that way.

  • @miss.moesstorytimeemporium668

    Stewart 2024, you're an excellent comedian but an amazingly thoughtful and well spoken individual who could implement and be the true change you want to see in the world. It's wonderful to watch you share your gift but I hope you take it further. Your journalism is HONEST and generates the capacity for change. I loved this interview. I stand by my statement STEWART 2024.

  • @rosemarypetrozzi2145
    @rosemarypetrozzi2145 Před rokem +9

    It is such a pleasure to listen to you both, discussing, analysing, trying to find common ground points to help to grow as a country! Where every one has the same rights and obligations!

  • @psineil
    @psineil Před rokem +76

    Great interview. The world needs more people like Cory and Jon.

    • @brendan904
      @brendan904 Před rokem

      Absolutely not, you Americans can keep them, thanks, nobody else wants your Puritan nonsense

    • @sharingtherealworld
      @sharingtherealworld Před rokem +1

      More like Jon less like Cory.

    • @brendan904
      @brendan904 Před rokem

      @Sharing the World sadly Jon is exactly the same type of shameless unprincipled hack as Cory these days. Used to be a massive fan so it's sad to see him just regurgitating all of the Newspeak and right think speaking points

    • @ObakuZenCenter
      @ObakuZenCenter Před rokem

      Booker takes bribes from corporations and does nothing except talk. He's literally known as 'Booker the corporate hooker.'

    • @keithb_3
      @keithb_3 Před rokem +1

      @@brendan904 lol no bro you got it wrong. i am curious to know how jon is a unprincipled man

  • @OwningAuthenticity
    @OwningAuthenticity Před 2 lety +57

    "If America hasn't broken your heart, you don't love her enough." 😭🧡🙏 Thank you so much for you both having this conversation. You moved a lot of energy here. I completely believe you've got to the heart of the issue "loving the contemptable" and opening our hearts with compassion for others as their well-being is inextricably woven with our own.

    • @Junksaint
      @Junksaint Před 2 lety

      Reagan ruined so much more than people today really realize. He was a dedicated, tactful, racist.

    • @OwningAuthenticity
      @OwningAuthenticity Před 2 lety +2

      @Mike Labonte I loved it too! It's something Cory Booker says a couple times in this interview

    • @Popeii1
      @Popeii1 Před 2 lety

      "If your family was kidnapped, beaten, raped, and brought here and you love her you're insane." If you're black and don't hate yourself, you haven't been paying attention. You're in the same cultural environment as whites, nothing in it says you are worth loving.

  • @shamp261
    @shamp261 Před 3 měsíci +1

    This is how two intelligent individuals sit down and have a conversation about something so controversial. Cory Booker you made this so simple and to the point. I am very impressed! I do hope to run for president again you would be phenomenal. Thank you John Stewart for bringing this and so many other important topics to the table.🙏 What a great interview!

  • @marylyn3081
    @marylyn3081 Před rokem +3

    Jon, I am 60yrs old and I learned about Juneteenth from the show Blackish. I only learned about Tulsa in the past few years. The documentaries are my learning. I went to college and feel I had a good education. It taught me to think and disseminate information critically. I can see now but others do not want to sit and learn. I would march if I physically could. My point is we are not teaching the truth and education is EVERYTHING. We need to teach our kids and teach Police how to be polite.Unfortunately this is under attack.

  • @endangeredbirds
    @endangeredbirds Před 2 lety +142

    At 53 minutes John leans forward taking in the point made and deeply thinking about what this means for him and his point. I just love how John's passion comes through in these interviews.

    • @celestialbeing4767
      @celestialbeing4767 Před 2 lety +10

      Cory is uncomfortable, he keeps trying to derail the conversation. Cory really is out of his depth. He lives very good life.

    • @sponkmcdonk3898
      @sponkmcdonk3898 Před 2 lety +2

      @@celestialbeing4767 he’s Carlton Banks

    • @jeanniep1003
      @jeanniep1003 Před 2 lety +21

      @@celestialbeing4767 absolutely not. Cory Booker is an incredible human being and nothing like you describe. Jon was interviewing him, not the other way around. This was a highly intelligent and enlightening dialogue between two men that care deeply about the subject.

    • @celestialbeing4767
      @celestialbeing4767 Před 2 lety +5

      @@jeanniep1003 I agree with you and incredible human being. However on curtain things, I don't approve of Cory's stances or positions. He isn't the lowest of the low. But he's a shill for corporations, oligarchies or plutocracies. His fear is very visible.

    • @DarkZombeh
      @DarkZombeh Před 2 lety +1

      @@celestialbeing4767 I think you are wrong, I'm gonna guess you are a bernie supporter, and he is the only good person in politics, and everyone else is flawed. Bernie is a good human being, but he is not a good politician. IM gonna guess you calling cory a shill, because he didn't vote in favor to the legislation bernie and Klobuchar submitted to lower drug prices, and you make a good point, however, that legislation was garbage, do you at all wonder why mitch mconnel, john mccain, who receive MILLIONS by pharma (way more than cory ever got from pharma) voted IN FAVOR or bernies legislation? Because it was meaningless, it instilled no change whatsoever, it was basically just a raise your hand if you don't like drug prices. And that's the problem with bernie, he is an idealist to a fault , he would rather stay pure to his cause, than corrupt himself in an effort to affect ACTUAL change, that would help real people, in pain. Why would cory vote against pharma companies when the vote didn't matter at all? Him being a senator of a big pharmaceutical place, would only have put crosshairs against him, pharma would have push a lot of money to get rid of him, before he could even try to make any real change.
      And cory talks about it in this interview, he talks about how the system is broken, yes, but that you can use that system to your advantage and navigate through it STILL to make real change possible. to still keep progressing. You will believe what you want to believe about him, but I'm telling you, comparing people to bernie, is not fair, because bernie rather not pass anything than passing something half assed, and that takes special kind of person, but also that doesn't help progress.we didn't, get LGBTQ and womans right from 1 legislation giving them ALL the power, it was a slow crawl. from people that took risks, and gave things that the other side wanted, and that compromised their own ideals, to get things done.
      Maybe i am wrong and you arent a bernie sanders supporter, maybe you just think cory sucks, everything still applies, just need to understand that politics are tricky

  • @waynesopinions8737
    @waynesopinions8737 Před rokem +65

    This is a compelling conversation and i'm grateful it's been so frequently viewed. You guys did great.
    The "empathy gap" is absolutely foundational to why we move so slowly toward an obviously better, freer, more perfect union. Many teach it to their children.

    • @ritafranco3020
      @ritafranco3020 Před 10 měsíci +1

      I was born a very hypersensitive child whose level of empathy was too much to bear. I’ve continued to be that way because that’s who I am intrinsically still at the age of 67 but over the past 40 decades I’ve learned to turn it into a SuperPower by helping those less fortunate especially to help our environment & Animal Rights. You are spot on about the “empathy gap” because it basically is about “do unto others”. That’s all we need to know.❤

  • @lucasstreets5135
    @lucasstreets5135 Před rokem +3

    I don't normally comment on videos on CZcams. I'm going to acknowledge I felt a lot of emotion watching this (ups and downs). By the end, I felt more positive than negative (hopeful perhaps than not hopeful). I disagree with a lot of the senator's approach but appreciate his commitment to leadership. I personally think the role John is playing in society is as important as the one writing legislation. More conversations like this are needed. I really appreciate this. Thank you to John and the team for doing this and for Senator Booker for participating.

  • @femalesrule2295
    @femalesrule2295 Před rokem +6

    I love Booker! Smart man yet always humble. Good job both of you, you have both opened eyes and even helped John understand some things better w/o disrespect!! Great episode John Stewart ❤

  • @amymartin7272
    @amymartin7272 Před rokem +62

    Watching the daily show was a very important part of our family's quality time together and we are fortunate to have the experience. Thank heavens for the integrity you have shown to this country, you specifically have made a profound impression and we love you very much.

  • @peggyguichu8946
    @peggyguichu8946 Před rokem +103

    I’m in tears right now because I have always been a huge fan of Cory Booker and to be given the opportunity by this platform to experience his humanity and pureness has overwhelmed me. No one watching your incredible interview and your heart could not learn from this interview. I’m you, Jon. We have shared the same views on every subject you have. I moved from Arizona because I felt threatened by my neighbors. And I’m just guessing we, you and me, have been opened up to a new possibility for love. I say all the time, I love everyone, and here comes the but, I have withdrawn my love because of my dislike of people that are obviously broken in a different way than I am. Thank you so much. This interview has changed my life ❤️

    • @brendan904
      @brendan904 Před rokem

      You're not Jon. Get a grip.

    • @sunshynff
      @sunshynff Před rokem +11

      That's great and all, but we don't need warm and fuzzy stories between friends, Jon let Corey avoid tough questions because Cory tugged at his heart string, I used to really like Corey too, but I've had enough with him avoiding the ugliness of what's going on by trying to make us feel all warm n fuzzy, he needs to get tough with republicans or go do story time at a kindergarten class.

    • @whatoncewas8480
      @whatoncewas8480 Před rokem +5

      Blesss you ❤. Ignore the naysayers…

    • @RoseA.Dewine
      @RoseA.Dewine Před rokem

      Beautiful!!!

    • @novas-requiem
      @novas-requiem Před rokem

      Same here ❤️

  • @vfigueroa3042
    @vfigueroa3042 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Though he rarely spoke the words, it is clear he is a man of faith who LIVES like such a person. Sincerity, thoughtfulness, authenticity and love for others. I am changed by this conversation. Thank you Jon and Senator Booker.

  • @LordWaterBottle
    @LordWaterBottle Před rokem +6

    I grew up with John on the daily show. I had forgotten how skillful an interviewer he was. This country will be worse off when he eventually passes.

  • @hurpdurp916
    @hurpdurp916 Před 2 lety +33

    New-found respect for Booker. Seems like a genuinely kind and optimistic and caring person. How you do his job and hold on to all that is beyond me.

    • @sneakinynja
      @sneakinynja Před 2 lety +5

      It's easy because he takes massive amounts of money from pharmaceutical companies and then refuses to fight for universal healthcare in return.

    • @Mlai00
      @Mlai00 Před 2 lety +1

      @@sneakinynja In an unscripted long-form interview it's not *that* difficult to tell when a politician is being a genuine human being, versus when he's spouting BS that his donors want to hear. I feel Booker was being genuine during this talk.
      Now, that does not mean that Booker isn't also pocketing Big Pharma money while nursing presidential ambitions. Both the corrupt vegan and the hopeful Christian conciliator can exist in the same body; humans are complex.

  • @DOC884
    @DOC884 Před 2 lety +40

    "If we are not learning the skills to have a conversation without it tuning into people shutting down then we are part of the problem"
    This was sooo much better than the first panel debate. Thanks!

    • @alexstrittmatter4120
      @alexstrittmatter4120 Před 2 lety

      People like you confuse me

    • @dominicrouse2623
      @dominicrouse2623 Před 2 lety

      @Robert Taylor well i got two peices of confusion, 1 why make this a reply to someone elses comment when its so unrelated? I think other dominics thing is braindead but your reply really seems more like something you ought to have made an individual comment. 2nd i guess is less confusion but i do have a critique id love to hear your response. values are great, but they aint gonna do crap for your kids monetary wise. I want people to come up with good values cuz that generally means they and a good home life, but if we are talking about the same good values (kindness, being hard working, being truthful, being fair minded, ect) then those are actually gonna hurt your kids cuz they are not helpful in a competative market and when they are they make it easier for them to be exploited. Kindness can lead you to be helpful to homeless people while your on the job which which can get you sacked as an employee or just make you take a ton of your free time to help them. Charity is a similar deal. Hard work and humility can be smelled by bosses and managers and they will fill your day up with tons of extra work and make you stay late cuz they know that you wont complain, and humility can lead you to never asking for raises. I think your intensions are beautiful, but your being an idealist, you have been lied to and your setting your kids up to be stepped on. I dont want your kids not to have those values, and if it were myself id rather have good values than be rich, but having good values as a poor person will end you up being trampled on and slaughtered under the will of the market. WHat i am saying is take the money, skrew over the rich, skrew over the people like me, good values dont hurt the people at the top because they can outsource their cruelty, for poor people to be able to have good lives and good values, then we need to make the people like me pay, steal their ill gotten goods, cuz trust me, we dont deserve what we have, no one does, so if no one deserves this exass we should all share it as best we can. I would love to hear from you again and i hope you and your family are well and i pray that you change your mind and recognize what will help you and your kids. Good values are beautiful and this society eats beauty, material power is needed to preserve what is worth living for

    • @dominicrouse2623
      @dominicrouse2623 Před 2 lety +2

      @Robert Taylor thats legit adorable, the speak and say when ever thing, i wasnt fighting you on that just confused, you seem like you dont really understand internet ettiquite, i wasnt getting on to you just trying to clarify cuz the way you post is confusing. but im sorry for starting with all of that, its a tad petty, i was just straightening out what i think was your original respondents confusion, cuz your reply had nothing to do with the shitbird you were replying to.
      that wood grill thing sounds awesome and like a lovely activity, but two things, firstly gas prices going up for the same amount fucks over poorer people far more than rich people, cuz even if both have the same increase a poorer person has less income so the higher prices take a larger part of their over all money. 2ndly, price per gallon has been rising while price per barrel has been rather static, meaning that the rising prices are not natural, its the gas companies realizing that we are not attentive citizens and will believe that they have to raise prices. This is all merely price gouging, the companies are fucking us all out of our paychecks cuz they know they can get away with it. most huge companies are getting record profits, i say that they dont deserve them and we should take that money back and give it to people struggling to make ends meet. Thats not a hand out, thats justice.
      word salad? aight. Dont really get the high stepper thing, but it has little to do with my overall points because fuck booker, hes an ineffectual hack who is materially too bound up in the current system to be able to execute any of the changes he claims to care about in his heart, I want to take all of his money too, he doesnt deserve it and has far more resources than he needs.
      I am not from a communist country as there are no communist countries, I am from the good ole US of A and the abuse of workers i speak of is the expressed purpose of the systems we live under. money is power and that power is used to destroy the communal relationships we as workers have with eachother, to disposes us of power that we can exercise elsewhere. This is not done through shadowy figures deciding the fate of the world behind our backs, its done by the creation of systems on top of systems, each meant to solve little problems that over time form the skeleton of the state we all live under. weve gone too far, the capitalism i am sure you worship as hard as any god you claim to have is fully dependent on the large states that have formed in conjunction with them and is both the thing eating the middle class and the "small businesses" you blindly see as a path to freedom. Get rid of all that government and the whole fucker dies. Now i think the way the state and goventment is being used is attrocious, however there are amazing things about this society i wish to preserve, and while i think there is a possibility that we can all come out better from that death, if im being honest i see it as unlikely, so i think people, the tread upon people and their allies, have to work together and take control . Basically if we go the way you want to, your childern are fucked, their kids are fucked, the things you think they will managed to build are fucked and i am fucked as is everyone i love, the only reason I dont say you are as well is that its seems to me that you are a bit on the older side like my parents and wont have to pay for this era that you are sleepwalking through. If anyone in your family is not crushed in the oncoming horror it will be because they chose themselves over others and destroyed the happiness and life of someone elses family. Maybe thats still good values in your book, its absolutley the American way, but its something I cannot tolerate. I am tired of being the winner of the prisoners delima. We can all win and it wouldnt even be that hard, itd be invigorating, itd give all of us more of a say over our lives and more community, more options of friends and spouses, more art, inventions, ideas and free time that could be used productively rather than just banging away at our keyboards acting as data farms for advertising companies. sorry i went off, I am thinking about what you siad and i hope any of what i said sticks with you, feel free to ask anything else if yur curious or push me on anything you said if you feel like i dodged

    • @jmrtnez
      @jmrtnez Před 2 lety

      @Robert Taylor Several. Inconsistency, bad grammar, spamming copy/paste response, lack of salient worldview, vague nonsensical appeals to religion.

    • @jmrtnez
      @jmrtnez Před 2 lety

      @Robert Taylor You fear the word salad, so instead, dine on word chop-suey: I am neither a banker nor a therapist, I can neither solve your economic woes nor do I have the ability to convince you to find some sort of internal nirvana that will solve your perception problems. I'd first suggest having a consistent idea of what's happening.
      Simultaneously raving about living in the greatest country in the world that runs off of incredible biblical wisdom, which in no way includes a money power structure, hate watching an interview of Corey Booker and raving about how you're of pure moral character and "don't need no handouts" in a comment section, then turning around and ranting to a bunch of strangers on the internet about how your kids will be fine based on your rearing and values while also saying your life is in complete shambles because of fantastical authoritarian leftists is kind of a clear sign that maybe turning off your internet might do you some good. Might be annoying to get out of the contract, but it'll save money, since you're apparently burning wood for power.
      But whatever the case, your issues are not going to be solved by watching The Problem with Jon Stewart.

  • @RoseA.Dewine
    @RoseA.Dewine Před rokem +3

    I LOVE THIS!!! AND I LOVE COREY BOOKER! I get down and forget we are moving in the right direction. And that the ONLY way we continue to move in the right direction is to keep convincing people who see it differently. We must keep communicating! Corey Booker, you have seriously inspired me! And I needed that just now! Thank you!!!💜💜💜

  • @pg8191
    @pg8191 Před rokem +2

    What a heart-opening conversation.
    Listening to this discussion, let me see that all the anger, dissolution, fear, and heartache I have felt and leaned into for the past 5 yrs could now be released and in its place a more positive motivation to make changes.

  • @anitainmo489
    @anitainmo489 Před 2 lety +18

    Thank you Jon and Sen Booker for an amazing conversation.

  • @Teezeboy
    @Teezeboy Před 2 lety +332

    I love these interviews they are unscripted, genuine, and challenging.

    • @bigcity2085
      @bigcity2085 Před 2 lety +1

      Twice, a bill was brought up, bi-partisan, to help farmers(of any color) be able to take one of their livestock to the town butcher, to make a little extra money....and it was killed twice. Farmers are of no concern in Washington. They aren't.

    • @Ranshin077
      @Ranshin077 Před 2 lety +8

      It is a really beautiful conversation. Im so glad that John Stewart is back.

    • @Done478
      @Done478 Před 2 lety +5

      I love that Jon Stewart is back. He teaches me so much.

    • @leshtricity
      @leshtricity Před 2 lety +5

      unscripted? how gullible are you

    • @Teezeboy
      @Teezeboy Před 2 lety +12

      @@leshtricity Oh you got me!!!! I understand, Newsmax would’ve been a way better interview.

  • @ritafranco3020
    @ritafranco3020 Před 10 měsíci +2

    I love Jon Stewart. We need him out in the media more and more like him speaking out.

  • @alicebenson8512
    @alicebenson8512 Před rokem +3

    I love how slow, methodical, and well thought out this whole interview was. It's a breath of fresh air to year such an intellectual conversation taken place.

  • @slbllc
    @slbllc Před 2 lety +159

    There is so much I love about this conversation. Mr.Stewart is interviewing to educate and to learn. Likewise Mr. Booker is powerdul, wise & graceful. I love the mutual respect that each one of these men show each other. I love the dialogue. The course corrections that were done to keep the conversation fair really helped me underatand how we overgeneralize each other. That is a trap in itself and its keeps us bitter and discouraged. I may not be able to do much but I realize that changing my own mind is the first vital step in changing humanity. We will all be better for it.

    • @mbolduc
      @mbolduc Před rokem

      He's a joke. Pick better heroes, for your own sake

    • @janehiswife6793
      @janehiswife6793 Před rokem +2

      Well stated, Shuywanna. This is what I took away from this conversation too.

    • @PhoenixYah
      @PhoenixYah Před rokem

      @@mbolduc really ignorant no person needs a hero PERIOD.

    • @CountryB4Party
      @CountryB4Party Před rokem

      @@mbolduc Who are your heroes, do tell?

    • @mbolduc
      @mbolduc Před rokem

      @@CountryB4Party Rafal Ganowicz

  • @clbazar
    @clbazar Před 2 lety +306

    Kudos to Jon, the EPs, and the marketing and social media functions on blasting CZcams with additional content around each week’s theme. Fantastic to finally see a television show that invests so heavily in engagement and audience development. Great job!

  • @palatonian9618
    @palatonian9618 Před rokem +2

    Thank you Corey Booker for your rigorous honesty, optimism and idealism. Please keep being bold and fighting for a better U.S. As I have learned more about the actual history of this country it has been hard to keep the hope and vision that you demonstrate.
    Thank you Jon for your humility and inquisitiveness in making this conversation happen

  • @RoyceMunday56
    @RoyceMunday56 Před 10 měsíci +1

    What a powerful message Senator. "...some people" rather than whites or blacks. Thank you

  • @jcolinmizia9161
    @jcolinmizia9161 Před rokem +31

    I used to be on the side of “racism is over. A colorblind society is the best and most equal for all.” But then I asked myself an interesting question: “if tomorrow everyone in the country woke up and couldn’t see race at all, would there still be racial inequity in three generations?” And the unfortunate realization from that was “yes. Things would probably look very similar to today.” When people talk about racism in a modern context I feel like it tends to get lost that the current racial disparity and inequity isn’t because of people now being openly racist, but it due to the lasting effects of things like red lining, school segregation, etc. that all acted in concert to create a social separation of black Americans from white Americans. Even though those explicit policies have been removed, the social separation remains, and likely needs active intervention to fix, not just a passive removal of the hurdles of past generations.

    • @TrumpIsALoser2
      @TrumpIsALoser2 Před 9 měsíci

      The game is still the same they have just changed the language & by throwing all social issues in together it waters down every message. Like white people saying all lives matter at a black lives matter rally. Yes, we know all lives matter but that's not what we are talking about. Ice-T even called it out on one of his newer tracks. Diluting a message does just that. Mixing it all together makes things seem overwhelming and makes people give up. They don't want us to take them to task at each issue because we will win. They throw enough spaghetti against the wall something sticks eventually

  • @hahastupidkid57
    @hahastupidkid57 Před 2 lety +34

    49:22 Honestly this is why I love jon Stewart. Just the ability to ease the tension and get us all to relax a little when talking about a tense subject. It's so vital that we let our guard down for a second or else new ideas will never make it past our ego's defenses, and laughing is such a powerful way to do that.

    • @chadallen6975
      @chadallen6975 Před 2 lety +1

      The ability to kiss ass ,yes he jon is such a hero omg I just love him omg I better call everyone and tell them

    • @jasonharris8099
      @jasonharris8099 Před 2 lety

      Are u anti - racist?...this means how do u use your privilege to combat white supremacy and systematic racism

  • @futuza
    @futuza Před rokem +2

    Man I love this. Love Booker preaching hope and love, so needed by all of us.

  • @mosthighfoodsmhf3545
    @mosthighfoodsmhf3545 Před rokem +3

    This was a beautiful interview to watch all the way from the UK I pray this energy and conversations happen over here 🙏🏾 ❤️

  • @werbnaright5012
    @werbnaright5012 Před 2 lety +124

    "Someone should get that show cancelled"
    Facking brilliant.

  • @leefrankel4191
    @leefrankel4191 Před 2 lety +89

    Deeply enlightening and uplifting. Thank you, Senator Booker and Jon Stewart.

    • @eddasturrup4912
      @eddasturrup4912 Před 2 lety +2

      🕊️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🕊️

  • @colleenheneghan3584
    @colleenheneghan3584 Před rokem +2

    Jon, I was able to attend a three day conference through my (employer) on systemic racism. It was enlightening , powerful & informative. I’m so glad you’re bringing this topic to the forefront. The group is called “ROAR” and they’re based in Chicago. It would be a great to have them on your show. I realize most people don’t have two or three days to attend a conference. I was lucky enough to be in nursing education at the time.
    thank you for your shows.

  • @pipersall6761
    @pipersall6761 Před rokem +2

    a fantastic interview. Thank you Sen. Booker for your work and your passion. Thank you John.

  • @andrewhanna8125
    @andrewhanna8125 Před 2 lety +55

    The more long form, honest, nuanced discussions like this we have, the quicker we'll get toward that more perfect union. Bravo.

    • @wulphstein
      @wulphstein Před 2 lety +3

      It's fluff.

    • @somchai9033
      @somchai9033 Před 2 lety +3

      100% fluff

    • @stimproid
      @stimproid Před 2 lety

      Exactly. You must like Joe Rogan too.

    • @mavigogun
      @mavigogun Před 2 lety +1

      @@wulphstein

    • @antielfimationleague231
      @antielfimationleague231 Před 2 lety

      @@mavigogun he's correct though. Booker is just a polished turd who calls the sky racist and Stuart seems like he's got early onset Alzheimer's.

  • @Boomers4Zoomers
    @Boomers4Zoomers Před 2 lety +122

    "Dismantling racism is patriotic." It most certainly is. And I applaud all these patriots!

    • @wulphstein
      @wulphstein Před 2 lety +3

      Racism is dead and gone. But somehow, you benefit by pretending it's alive.

    • @cd5642
      @cd5642 Před 2 lety +4

      Following laws is patriotic. Racism is a cudgel the left uses for control.

    • @antielfimationleague231
      @antielfimationleague231 Před 2 lety

      Yep. Racism has been dead for decades.

    • @Frederick0220
      @Frederick0220 Před 2 lety

      The fundamental problem with the way the left approaches racism is they exclusively view W people as the only individuals who are racist and B people as the only individuals at the receiving end of racism. However, much of the racism in America these days is B on A racism, as we’ve seen in the myriad hate crime attacks in NYC and SF. But this doesn’t fit the liberal mainstream media narrative

    • @lisaglass7633
      @lisaglass7633 Před 2 lety +1

      But what does it MEAN? These are the same people who call it racist to be on time. They call it racist to have a nuclear family (one of the tenets of BLM was to dismantle the nuclear family!). They call it racist to be into physical fitness. they call it racist to be concerned over the effects of obesity on the body.
      "Dismantling racism" sounds great. But there's something deeper going on when they label LITERALLY everything as racist. And when you label everything that way, then say you want to dismantle it...all you're saying is that you want to destroy everything you see.

  • @LoriDitchfield
    @LoriDitchfield Před rokem +4

    This conversation needs to be had.

  • @PTLV-xv3xs
    @PTLV-xv3xs Před 8 měsíci +2

    I think every time Jon got to a point where a truth had to be spoken he was sent in to a circle of stories.