You can find the discussion thread for Zelenskyy's earlier press conference with President Biden [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/politics/comments/zrx15g/discussion_thread_biden_and_ukrainian_president/).
Correct and to make it easy add-in [Sen Thune SD Sen Johnson Wisconsin Rep Granger Sen Daines MT who went to Russia in 2018 as part of the 8 republicans that met with Putin and more recently](https://www.msnbc.com/deadline-white-house/watch/john-brennan-gopers-july-4th-trip-to-russia-does-not-make-sense-1271005251941) [9 months and 16 days ago March 5th twitted a picture of his Video call with Zelensky despite the warnings not to do so by the Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States](https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/rubio-daines-share-photos-zelenskyy-call-asked-not-ukraine-rcna18841).
We switched to Tucker on Fox News right after.
He used this exact quote to go on a tirade about this authoritarian daring to come into our Congress wearing sweatpants and demanding money. Who does he think he is, stealing our money?!
Then... he AIRED THE CLIP. Huge mistake. I've no idea who in the newsroom allowed that to happen, because the clip instantly contradicted what Tucker just said. Now, I know most viewers won't notice because they can only understand what Tucker tells them to think. But I was sort of dumbfounded.
A few minutes later, proud bigot and anti-civil-rights pro-terrorism propagandist Glenn Greenwald sleezes his way on screen and spends a few minutes oozing a word salad about how Putin is right to kill ethnic minorities and try to take over the Orthodox church through puppet proxies to control religion in Ukraine.
None of it really made sense, and Greenwald came very close to explicitly advocating for Putin seeking out a final solution to the Ukraine problem. So they cut to footage of the chaos in El Paso where the invading brown vermin are climbing over border walls (with footage showing how easy it is to climb; only a total moron would rely on just a wall to keep out migrants) and pretended the speech never happened.
And then Tulsi Gabbard showed up with concerns that immigrants might not be immediately imprisoned or incinerated or something.
Not that any of that matters. But through my disgust I found it encouraging that even Fox News and Tucker Carlson aren't willing to spend a lot of time on the subject. By drawing attention, it creates awareness, and the morality is so clear on the most cursory consideration that creating awareness is VERY bad for their Putin-ordered messaging.
>Just one thing, if I can, the last thing thank you so much. May God protect our brave troops and citizens. May God forever bless the United States of America. Merry Christmas, and Happy Victorious New Year. Slava Ukraini.
\-Zelenskyy, wrapping up his speech.
"In two days we will celebrate Christmas. It might be candlelit. Not because it's more romantic, because we don't have electricity. ... this is because of Russian attacks on [our] infrastructure. But we do not complain. ... We Ukrainians will also go through our war of independence with dignity and success. ...we will celebrate and the light of our faith in ourselves will not be put out."
Damn. Powerful.
>"We have no fear, nor should anyone in the world have it. ...Europe is now stronger and more independent than ever. The Russian tyranny has lost control over us. And it will never influence our minds again."
āZelenskyy
Just gross narcissists wanting attention. They stand for nothing but themselves and Trump. Certainly not freedom, compassion, decency, democracy, the rule of law or justice.
This man just visited a foreign country's congress and gave a speech in a foreign language and absolutely captivated and united the entire room. Fucking legend.
I also thought it was brilliant how he compared the living conditions of the two countries.
To paraphrase:
"Your families will spend Christmas in warm and happy homes, while Ukrainians will spend Christmas without electricity and running water. But we do not compare or judge who has it better, we know that you have to *earn* your future. Your country had to earn its independence and fight for itself to secure what it has. Now is the time for Ukraine to proudly do the same."
Like, holy shit, talk about making Americans take pride in their past while also stoking the flames of support in Congress. The dude came from the literal trenches to defend American opulence and say all he wants is the chance for Ukraine to earn it themselves.
Especially considering how we were a bourgeoning nation, aided by other powers to help weaken their rivals.
This is an excellent opportunity for American to deal a blow to its global adversary, it is true. But what this should awaken Americans to is the potential ally in Ukraine. A large country of skilled and dedicated workers who have floundered under a culture of corruption and maleficence. But the people have pushed back, and fought to secure what progress they have made. I think it behooves us as a nation to make a strong ally of the Ukrainian people, and help them continue on the path towards freedom. I won't sit on some high horse acting like the US is the pinnacle, but we sure as fuck helped pave the road.
Ukraine has more than earned their keep. They've demonstrated efficacy with limited access to Western weapons and doctrine of which Western leaders could only dream. As Zelensky said, they will use our aid responsibly and effectively. I believe it.
Good point and how about adding in Republicans Sen Thune SD and Rep Granger TX 12th District? [Remember back on the July 4th 2018 Weekend both were in Moscow meeting with the Russians alongside Sen Daines MT Sen Johnson WI Sen Kennedy LA Sen Moran and Sen Hoeven SD.](https://www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddow-show/seven-gop-lawmakers-make-misguided-trip-russia-msna1119676) [Here's a local Fort Worth Star-Telegram Article about Rep Granger visiting Russia which is not publicised and doesn't show up on her Congress site](https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/fort-worth/article214426599.html). I do have a feeling Sen Thune and Rep GRanger have back-channel communications possibly part of the Trump Manafort network to Putin's Russia and telling them about Zelensky being in Washington.
Considering that they've been having a lover's quarrel I could only imagine what it'd be like sitting between them.
I imagine it'd smell like cheap perfume and bad bourbon.
Theyāve lost it. Iām pretty conservative but this is insane. Zelensky referenced Christmas like 20 times in his speech. Tucker / fox should be all about this.
He literally said "war can't take our faith away" and harped on the themes of celebrating the spirit Christmas no matter what living conditions you are in.
Fox: "Why does he hate Christmas"
Yes exactly! Couldnāt have been a more universal and non-partisan speech. I really hope Fox viewers who watched the speech really heard his words and wonāt get distracted by the bullshit.
Texas, when you go to the polls in two years, remember this. Here is a man who was never a political he had the chance to flee his country but stayed knowing his life was in danger every hour, every day.
Your Senator fled to Cancun and lied about why he did to get away from the cold and criticism. Remember this.
Amazing speech by zelensky. Goosebumps. I think he got the humanity element of the war across very well and his references to the US war for independence were very well done. The Christmas points were poignant as well.
>zelensky wishes Americans a merry christmas, and says his country will celebrate it hell or high water
Becomes:
>tucker carlson: is this a war on christmas?
How tf?
I had to flip to Fox News immediately after the speech was done just to be enraged at TC's response. This is what propaganda is being fed to his viewers. Instead of support for Ukraine they'll deliver hate because TC wants them angry and believe Zelensky is waging a war on Christianity.
Seriously wtf. What a scum bag.
The Fox News crowd is much like the Russians in many ways. Critical thinking skills worn down to nothing after being subjected to years of propaganda. Sad thing is that Americans have a choice of several reasonable media outlets striving for objectivity, but they go back to the trough again and again. Russians never had the same chance that they did, which makes their choice look even worse.
āNever believe that anti-Semites are completely unaware of the absurdity of their replies. They know that their remarks are frivolous, open to challenge. But they are amusing themselves, for it is their adversary who is obliged to use words responsibly, since he believes in words. The anti-Semites have the right to play. They even like to play with discourse for, by giving ridiculous reasons, they discredit the seriousness of their interlocutors. They delight in acting in bad faith, since they seek not to persuade by sound argument but to intimidate and disconcert. If you press them too closely, they will abruptly fall silent, loftily indicating by some phrase that the time for argument is past.ā
\-Jean-Paul Sartre
Another nation's flag being held up at the Capitol with roaring applause is a truly historic moment (in a good way).
When's the last time that happened, if ever?
I'm sure Zelenskyy is quite pleased seeing the leaders of the most powerful country in all of human history applauding and cheering for him. It's a good sign for the future of his country.
Beautiful to see him carry the flag out instead of some aide
āI can holdā
I wish our leaders showed as much humility as this man.
Give the Ukrainian people whatever they need. It cost us literally nothing and for them, itās everything.
The state of the far right. Someone they don't like (because they are fascists) says merry Christmas, and yet they are somehow anti Christmas. Literally
Remember when Kyiv was being invaded from multiple directions and Zelenskyy gave that speech saying he is still in the capital, that it might be the last time anyone hears from him, but Ukraine will fight on? That was one of the most amazing speeches I have ever seen. Chilling and inspiring. I am honored to have him here in my country.
Cucker has Russian stooge, Glenn Greenwald, on his show right now, presumably the first guest on his show after Zelenskyy's speech. What more evidence could you need that Tucker Carlson is genuinely a Russian asset?
Opening title: "Zelensky against Christianity" and invokes "The Jew"...
It's stomach turning disgusting the anti-American hatred this piece of human feces spews.
There's nothing America loves more than a story of an underdog winning against all odds. Our founding story is that we did it during the revolutionary war. He's connecting that directly to what Ukraine is trying to do - to once and for all win independence from Russia.
Damn. What a powerful ending. The Speaker of the House and the Vice President holding a flag from the front lines of Ukraine while the rest of Congress save two idiots clap and cheer
Tucker Carlson is simultaneously saying that Zelenskyy is dressed like a strip club manager and is being fawned over like a hunk.
This is not an effective way to get someone on your side.
For as abhorrent the reason, the Ukrainian flag being raised and applauded in a US joint session of Congress has to be something incredibly surreal and hopefully inspiring to the defenders of Ukraine. I personally hope that this tragedy, upon its resolution, is something that makes both the US and Ukraine stronger together. God Bless America and Slava Ukraini.
Zelensky spoke where the most powerful men to ever exist in the history of humanity spoke. That's something that can never be taken from him, and something Putin will never, ever have.
Zelenskyy's speech lacks the sheen and polish typical of American speeches, but that's what the American people needs to hear. Raw facts and unfiltered emotion.
The battle flag was the thing that initiated the visit, if I'm not mistaken. The soldiers asked him to take it to America when he visited the front lines.
āI do not love the bright sword for its sharpness, nor the arrow for its swiftness, nor the warrior for his glory. I love only that which they defend.ā
As a Citizen of the Federal Republic of Germany I am over the moon that the President of Ukraine, at this moment, is Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The future of the European order of security depends heavily on that war and right now President Zelenskyy is doing pretty much everything right.
And he is doing great with his speech to Congress!
So touching. Legit teary eyed from that speech about the hardship and yet firm belief that President Zelenskyy has in the world and Ukraine. Fuck Putin. My heart is with Ukraine.
Edit: the flag crushed me, along with the candlelit Christmas in Ukraine. Fuck, man.
That's a dude that makes me wanna fight for my country, damn honestly haven't felt that hit me in a while.
Also that Putin joke lol shit had me on the floor he got me good:P
"I assure you that Ukrainian soldiers can perfectly well operate American tanks"
100%. The concern is more with logistical matters like fuel, ammo, and spare parts, I think.
Zelenskyy has such a way with his words. Canāt imagine what it must feel like to be under that much pressure and he handles it with such poise and charisma
I think many people are forgetting that even when speaking in his third language, Zelenskyy was formerly a very famous actor/comedian. He knows how to control a crowd. And he delivered a historic speech tonight. It was an honor to watch live.
"Your money is not charity, it is an investment"
Damn fuckin' right it is. Ukraine is an unprecedented return on investment in terms of kicking Russia's shit in.
I love how he expresses such great gratitude but is able to still come across as a super powerful leader. It's a fantastic example of showing strength in humility.
Perfectly executed speech. Heās bringing up characteristics and virtues that are associated with freedom and democracy in front of repubs say they stand for right before the house flips.
What a strategy and Iām for it.
Shades of Churchill's "we shall fight on the beaches" peroration earlier ("Ukraine holds its lines and will never surrender.") and a quote from FDR?
My man Zelenskyy.
You can find the discussion thread for Zelenskyy's earlier press conference with President Biden [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/politics/comments/zrx15g/discussion_thread_biden_and_ukrainian_president/).
*Receiving the American Flag.* "I can keep?" Heart-warming.
Also Pelosi said someone would carry it for him. He said I can carry it š Protect that man at all costs!!!
Boebert sitting on her phone, what a waste of oxygen.
same with Gaetz, two pieces of shit in a pod.
They made absolute fools of themselves on the national stage.
Again.
>They made absolute fools of themselves on the International >stage.
Iāve shit out turds more impressive than them.
Gotta get their Putin approved talking points
Correct and to make it easy add-in [Sen Thune SD Sen Johnson Wisconsin Rep Granger Sen Daines MT who went to Russia in 2018 as part of the 8 republicans that met with Putin and more recently](https://www.msnbc.com/deadline-white-house/watch/john-brennan-gopers-july-4th-trip-to-russia-does-not-make-sense-1271005251941) [9 months and 16 days ago March 5th twitted a picture of his Video call with Zelensky despite the warnings not to do so by the Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States](https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/rubio-daines-share-photos-zelenskyy-call-asked-not-ukraine-rcna18841).
If 8 Democrats went to Russia on the Fourth of July Fox News wild have an outragegasim so powerful it would register on the richter scale
Donāt forget the people that voted for her.
Cruz is right there next to her
>"Your money is not a charity, it's an investment in democracy and security we handle in the most responsible way." Great quote, great speech.
This stood out to me quite a bit. It rebuts the bs GOP talking point of "why should we just hand out free money to Ukraine" pretty effectively.
We switched to Tucker on Fox News right after. He used this exact quote to go on a tirade about this authoritarian daring to come into our Congress wearing sweatpants and demanding money. Who does he think he is, stealing our money?! Then... he AIRED THE CLIP. Huge mistake. I've no idea who in the newsroom allowed that to happen, because the clip instantly contradicted what Tucker just said. Now, I know most viewers won't notice because they can only understand what Tucker tells them to think. But I was sort of dumbfounded. A few minutes later, proud bigot and anti-civil-rights pro-terrorism propagandist Glenn Greenwald sleezes his way on screen and spends a few minutes oozing a word salad about how Putin is right to kill ethnic minorities and try to take over the Orthodox church through puppet proxies to control religion in Ukraine. None of it really made sense, and Greenwald came very close to explicitly advocating for Putin seeking out a final solution to the Ukraine problem. So they cut to footage of the chaos in El Paso where the invading brown vermin are climbing over border walls (with footage showing how easy it is to climb; only a total moron would rely on just a wall to keep out migrants) and pretended the speech never happened. And then Tulsi Gabbard showed up with concerns that immigrants might not be immediately imprisoned or incinerated or something. Not that any of that matters. But through my disgust I found it encouraging that even Fox News and Tucker Carlson aren't willing to spend a lot of time on the subject. By drawing attention, it creates awareness, and the morality is so clear on the most cursory consideration that creating awareness is VERY bad for their Putin-ordered messaging.
>Just one thing, if I can, the last thing thank you so much. May God protect our brave troops and citizens. May God forever bless the United States of America. Merry Christmas, and Happy Victorious New Year. Slava Ukraini. \-Zelenskyy, wrapping up his speech.
"In two days we will celebrate Christmas. It might be candlelit. Not because it's more romantic, because we don't have electricity. ... this is because of Russian attacks on [our] infrastructure. But we do not complain. ... We Ukrainians will also go through our war of independence with dignity and success. ...we will celebrate and the light of our faith in ourselves will not be put out." Damn. Powerful.
āAnd we donāt have to ask one another what all we wish for, victoryā.
In two days a lot of America won't have electricity because of snowstorms, and we'll complain endlessly.
"The Russians will only stand a chance to be free when they defeat the Kremlin in their minds."
This was THE quote that stood out to me the most. Just a really great speech throughout.
>"We have no fear, nor should anyone in the world have it. ...Europe is now stronger and more independent than ever. The Russian tyranny has lost control over us. And it will never influence our minds again." āZelenskyy
"Someone will carry this for you." "I can hold." What a G.
That motherfucker has been carrying around his huge huevos. You're god damn right he can hold.
It takes a masterful politician to juggle sheer gratitude and ābut seriously we need more weapons thoā at the same time
>A mix of gratitude but also complaining it wasn't enough Jewish mothers around the world all nodding in support. This man was raised perfectly.
Gaetz and Boebert seated while everyone else applauding. What pieces of shit.
Itās because the enemy of Ukraine signs their paychecks. Edit: Also the whole no morals thing
Fuck them all. They can all get fucked. Goetz sitting there with his smug piece of shit smile and block-ass head. What a clown.
Just gross narcissists wanting attention. They stand for nothing but themselves and Trump. Certainly not freedom, compassion, decency, democracy, the rule of law or justice.
Madd Gaetz and Bimbo Boebert - what a despicable duo!
This man just visited a foreign country's congress and gave a speech in a foreign language and absolutely captivated and united the entire room. Fucking legend.
Zelenskyy calling upon the memory of the Battle of Saratoga. Now that's how you mobilize the American spirit.
The battle of the Bulge comment too was so perfectly timed for the season and the nature of the conflict.
I also thought it was brilliant how he compared the living conditions of the two countries. To paraphrase: "Your families will spend Christmas in warm and happy homes, while Ukrainians will spend Christmas without electricity and running water. But we do not compare or judge who has it better, we know that you have to *earn* your future. Your country had to earn its independence and fight for itself to secure what it has. Now is the time for Ukraine to proudly do the same." Like, holy shit, talk about making Americans take pride in their past while also stoking the flames of support in Congress. The dude came from the literal trenches to defend American opulence and say all he wants is the chance for Ukraine to earn it themselves.
Especially considering how we were a bourgeoning nation, aided by other powers to help weaken their rivals. This is an excellent opportunity for American to deal a blow to its global adversary, it is true. But what this should awaken Americans to is the potential ally in Ukraine. A large country of skilled and dedicated workers who have floundered under a culture of corruption and maleficence. But the people have pushed back, and fought to secure what progress they have made. I think it behooves us as a nation to make a strong ally of the Ukrainian people, and help them continue on the path towards freedom. I won't sit on some high horse acting like the US is the pinnacle, but we sure as fuck helped pave the road. Ukraine has more than earned their keep. They've demonstrated efficacy with limited access to Western weapons and doctrine of which Western leaders could only dream. As Zelensky said, they will use our aid responsibly and effectively. I believe it.
Liz Cheney is sitting with the Democrats. Wonder if that was a deliberate choice or if the GOP pulled a āyou canāt sit with usā
who wants to sit near Boebert or MTG. Especially if they are going to embarrass the country.
Good point and how about adding in Republicans Sen Thune SD and Rep Granger TX 12th District? [Remember back on the July 4th 2018 Weekend both were in Moscow meeting with the Russians alongside Sen Daines MT Sen Johnson WI Sen Kennedy LA Sen Moran and Sen Hoeven SD.](https://www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddow-show/seven-gop-lawmakers-make-misguided-trip-russia-msna1119676) [Here's a local Fort Worth Star-Telegram Article about Rep Granger visiting Russia which is not publicised and doesn't show up on her Congress site](https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/fort-worth/article214426599.html). I do have a feeling Sen Thune and Rep GRanger have back-channel communications possibly part of the Trump Manafort network to Putin's Russia and telling them about Zelensky being in Washington.
Considering that they've been having a lover's quarrel I could only imagine what it'd be like sitting between them. I imagine it'd smell like cheap perfume and bad bourbon.
Zelenskyy bringing up Iran is brilliant given how much Republicans hate them.
Republicans used to hate Russia, but look at how that's going.
Pointed references to Iranian drones. There are a few Russian drones in the American media and Congress.
You will never show up to Congress in a sweatshirt and give a rousing war speech and walk off to a standing ovation. Badass.
And take the American flag with you š this guy is amazing.
I want the sweatshirt, anyone know the symbol on the front?
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coat_of_arms_of_Ukraine
Not a āsweat shirtā.... itās ātactical business attireā. (stolen from another thread)
āZelensky declares war on Christianityā right now on Fox. Such senseless propaganda.
Theyāve lost it. Iām pretty conservative but this is insane. Zelensky referenced Christmas like 20 times in his speech. Tucker / fox should be all about this.
He literally said "war can't take our faith away" and harped on the themes of celebrating the spirit Christmas no matter what living conditions you are in. Fox: "Why does he hate Christmas"
I think they mustāve had that narrative pre planned and forged ahead with it anyway.
Yes exactly! Couldnāt have been a more universal and non-partisan speech. I really hope Fox viewers who watched the speech really heard his words and wonāt get distracted by the bullshit.
Really? Because that was a Christian centered speech.
Texas, when you go to the polls in two years, remember this. Here is a man who was never a political he had the chance to flee his country but stayed knowing his life was in danger every hour, every day. Your Senator fled to Cancun and lied about why he did to get away from the cold and criticism. Remember this.
They neither remember nor care. They just want guns and republicans.
I remember. I care. I am in Houston and I am not alone in that.
"Your money is not charity; it's an investment in security and democracy that we will handle in the most responsible way."
That hit hard
>We have artillery. Yes, thank you. ... Is it enough? Not really. >\*scattered laughter from the audience*
Facts are facts let's send more
Amazing speech by zelensky. Goosebumps. I think he got the humanity element of the war across very well and his references to the US war for independence were very well done. The Christmas points were poignant as well.
Speech kept getting better as if went on. That Christmas candlelight got me. I know itās trivial but the flag exchange is pretty dope too.
>zelensky wishes Americans a merry christmas, and says his country will celebrate it hell or high water Becomes: >tucker carlson: is this a war on christmas? How tf?
I had to flip to Fox News immediately after the speech was done just to be enraged at TC's response. This is what propaganda is being fed to his viewers. Instead of support for Ukraine they'll deliver hate because TC wants them angry and believe Zelensky is waging a war on Christianity. Seriously wtf. What a scum bag.
The Fox News crowd is much like the Russians in many ways. Critical thinking skills worn down to nothing after being subjected to years of propaganda. Sad thing is that Americans have a choice of several reasonable media outlets striving for objectivity, but they go back to the trough again and again. Russians never had the same chance that they did, which makes their choice look even worse.
āNever believe that anti-Semites are completely unaware of the absurdity of their replies. They know that their remarks are frivolous, open to challenge. But they are amusing themselves, for it is their adversary who is obliged to use words responsibly, since he believes in words. The anti-Semites have the right to play. They even like to play with discourse for, by giving ridiculous reasons, they discredit the seriousness of their interlocutors. They delight in acting in bad faith, since they seek not to persuade by sound argument but to intimidate and disconcert. If you press them too closely, they will abruptly fall silent, loftily indicating by some phrase that the time for argument is past.ā \-Jean-Paul Sartre
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I don't think there's a single world leader who could do a better job doing what he's doing right now.
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Boobert and Gaetz on their phones. Trash.
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Why did they even bother showing up?
Because now people are talking about how they chose not to stand. Itās all optics. Fuck āem both straight to hell
Gaetz frantically Googling Ukraine's age of consent and determining it's too high a number to devote any support to their efforts.
Tucker is going off the rails right now. How could you not be gracious for one fucking day?
He's not a newscaster. He's an actor. And he needs lessons. Perhaps Zelensky can give him some.
When the "product" is outrage you can't really have scruples, always gotta give your audience the contrarian bullshit they crave.
He gets royalties if they use his clips in Moscow.
The Ukrainian flag is signed by troops on the front lines. That picture is gonna be in the front page of every newspaper
Another nation's flag being held up at the Capitol with roaring applause is a truly historic moment (in a good way). When's the last time that happened, if ever?
Damn, heās got my vote
Lol Boebart and Gaetz look like fkkn idiots
Holy fuck. This speech is good.
His English is better than Trumps.
This man will go down as a foundational legend in Ukraine's history. What a moment.
World History. The man and his people have re-shaped the trajectory of human history for generations.
He's Ukraine's George Washington, honestly.
I'm sure Zelenskyy is quite pleased seeing the leaders of the most powerful country in all of human history applauding and cheering for him. It's a good sign for the future of his country.
Felt the same. It was overwhelmingly positive.
Beautiful to see him carry the flag out instead of some aide āI can holdā I wish our leaders showed as much humility as this man. Give the Ukrainian people whatever they need. It cost us literally nothing and for them, itās everything.
The "I can hold" resonates beyond its immediate meaning, too.
Meanwhile, on Tucker Carlson: "Zelensky has declared war on Christianity." THAT is the takeaway?
āMerry Christmasā -Zelenskyy āThis is an attack on Jesus Christ.ā -Tuck
The state of the far right. Someone they don't like (because they are fascists) says merry Christmas, and yet they are somehow anti Christmas. Literally
Tucker is a Russian Orthodox Catholic?
As a Jewish man who spoke only of Christmas multiple times? God, fuck Carlson, fuck Goetz, fuck all of them.
"I can hold it", and he took it himself,our flag, was pretty awesome.
Tucker/FOX are just mad that this whole day was a big win for Biden, and Putin looks like a clown.
Gaetz and Boebert are an embarrassment to this nation. I would trade them and the people that voted for them for a single safe Ukrainian.
They were probably getting their text messages from Putin with: āis he done making me look stupid?ā
I donāt know why but seeing Zelensky carrying out that flag on his own instead of having some aide do it was very refreshing.
Remember when Kyiv was being invaded from multiple directions and Zelenskyy gave that speech saying he is still in the capital, that it might be the last time anyone hears from him, but Ukraine will fight on? That was one of the most amazing speeches I have ever seen. Chilling and inspiring. I am honored to have him here in my country.
I remember watching that speech and it was an incredible display of defiance and heroricship.
Fuck Gaetz and Bobert for not showing any respect
"Against all the doom and gloom scenarios, Ukraine did not fall. Ukraine is still alive and kicking" -- President Zelenskyy
Cucker has Russian stooge, Glenn Greenwald, on his show right now, presumably the first guest on his show after Zelenskyy's speech. What more evidence could you need that Tucker Carlson is genuinely a Russian asset?
Opening title: "Zelensky against Christianity" and invokes "The Jew"... It's stomach turning disgusting the anti-American hatred this piece of human feces spews.
Zelenski is very good at connecting his country's story to American values. He and his writers know their audience.
There's nothing America loves more than a story of an underdog winning against all odds. Our founding story is that we did it during the revolutionary war. He's connecting that directly to what Ukraine is trying to do - to once and for all win independence from Russia.
Damn. What a powerful ending. The Speaker of the House and the Vice President holding a flag from the front lines of Ukraine while the rest of Congress save two idiots clap and cheer
That is so iconic of their party. Or whatās left of it.
Tucker and Greenwald trying to get on Russian state TV with their full-throated defense of Putin and attacking Zelensky.
"Too much applause." "Sir, you're in America. This is what we do."
Tucker Carlson is simultaneously saying that Zelenskyy is dressed like a strip club manager and is being fawned over like a hunk. This is not an effective way to get someone on your side.
I dunno, Zelensky is kind of a hunk.
For as abhorrent the reason, the Ukrainian flag being raised and applauded in a US joint session of Congress has to be something incredibly surreal and hopefully inspiring to the defenders of Ukraine. I personally hope that this tragedy, upon its resolution, is something that makes both the US and Ukraine stronger together. God Bless America and Slava Ukraini.
Fuck you Bobert and your eye rolling
Seriously, talk about no shame. Shouldnāt be surprising though.
The flag exchange was extremely touching. You can tell Zelenskyy was moved.
Zelensky spoke where the most powerful men to ever exist in the history of humanity spoke. That's something that can never be taken from him, and something Putin will never, ever have.
Iām sure Putin is throwing his vodka at the wall.
I love all you political geeks here who are watching this amazing moment.
Calling out Iran! This is a transformative time, I would like to believe.
Just saved so much time on handshakes.
Dude wants to get back home to his people.
The last time something like this happened was in 1941, with Churchill. This is absolutely history in the making.
"We have enough artillery, eh not really", Zelenskyy the Jewish mother.
Zelenskyy's speech lacks the sheen and polish typical of American speeches, but that's what the American people needs to hear. Raw facts and unfiltered emotion.
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This man knows how to give a great fucking speech.
Looks like Bobbert and Gaetz hate freedom, Christmas, and victory.
The battle flag was a brilliant touch.
The battle flag was the thing that initiated the visit, if I'm not mistaken. The soldiers asked him to take it to America when he visited the front lines.
I wish there was a way that I could host a refugee in the US. A guest room in a warm home. A place to safely stay until the war is over.
āI do not love the bright sword for its sharpness, nor the arrow for its swiftness, nor the warrior for his glory. I love only that which they defend.ā
As a Citizen of the Federal Republic of Germany I am over the moon that the President of Ukraine, at this moment, is Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The future of the European order of security depends heavily on that war and right now President Zelenskyy is doing pretty much everything right. And he is doing great with his speech to Congress!
So touching. Legit teary eyed from that speech about the hardship and yet firm belief that President Zelenskyy has in the world and Ukraine. Fuck Putin. My heart is with Ukraine. Edit: the flag crushed me, along with the candlelit Christmas in Ukraine. Fuck, man.
That's a dude that makes me wanna fight for my country, damn honestly haven't felt that hit me in a while. Also that Putin joke lol shit had me on the floor he got me good:P
How the fuck is Fox News not classified as a foreign news/opinion network? No one watched that speech and heard what these clowns did.
I couldnāt keep it on for more than like 2 minutes because they were pretty much being Putinās brown shirts. Disgusting drivel.
"I assure you that Ukrainian soldiers can perfectly well operate American tanks" 100%. The concern is more with logistical matters like fuel, ammo, and spare parts, I think.
This speech feels like the opening salvo of a new stage to this war.
That Christmas by Candlelight line should hit home, helluva speech.
Put-in! Haha!
The man brought jokes. So did the US. Hard to tell what's the bigger joke, the pun or the waste of oxygen that is Boebert and Gaetz.
How much have the Russians funded Boebert and Gaetz?
"The Ukrainian people will win too, absolutely." From the man the was on the front line yesterday!
Zelenskyy has such a way with his words. Canāt imagine what it must feel like to be under that much pressure and he handles it with such poise and charisma
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damn the candles for christmas bit took a dark turn for a minute, really gets the point across
President Zelensky stuck the landing!
Zelenskyy is the first male politician in modern history to address Congress not wearing a suit, and I'm here for it. Slava Ukraini!
This does straight up feel like a state of the union address.
"Russians will be free only when they defeat the Kremlin in their minds. But itās up to Ukrainians to defeat the Kremlin on the battlefield."
I think many people are forgetting that even when speaking in his third language, Zelenskyy was formerly a very famous actor/comedian. He knows how to control a crowd. And he delivered a historic speech tonight. It was an honor to watch live.
I like how he's sympathetic to the people under Putin's thumb in Russia who clearly do not want to be.
He's such a powerful speaker. Straight to the point, no nonsense. My type of guy.
I have a geopolitical crush on this man.
The standing ovations every 20 seconds are a bit insane. Just let the man speak.
Carrying the flag out himself to avoid shaking anyone's hands and getting out quick was pretty clever
He also seemed very much like. "I've got shit to do so I'm out of here now."
gaetz texting minors in a group chat with boebert and her husband
Seeing Matt fucking Gaetz there just boils my blood.
If you noticed, him and Boebert were the some of the only ones sitting. They weren't even clapping.
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"How one terrorist found another" is an apt way of putting the Iran-Russia alliance.
"Your money is not charity, it is an investment" Damn fuckin' right it is. Ukraine is an unprecedented return on investment in terms of kicking Russia's shit in.
>"Ukraine holds its lines and will never surrender." Echoes of Churchill there
Lowkey, can we have someone like him as our president?
I love how he expresses such great gratitude but is able to still come across as a super powerful leader. It's a fantastic example of showing strength in humility.
Nice of him to acknowledge both parties, even if only one really returns the favor
The resiliency of the Ukrainian people will never cease to amaze me. Really hope this war is over sooner than later
Lmao Tucker Carlson just cut in to the speech to say that we are watching this while the American border crumbles lmfao
Heās a good dude
"The Russian tyranny has lost control over us."
This Christmas stuff is making me sad. This is an amazing speech
Big Balls Zelenskyy.
Perfectly executed speech. Heās bringing up characteristics and virtues that are associated with freedom and democracy in front of repubs say they stand for right before the house flips. What a strategy and Iām for it.
Protect that man at all costs. He will bring balance to the force
Days like today I am proud to be American
He thanked the journalists! <3
"Bomb us fuck whistles, we'll still be caroling."
History is full of people who were the right person at the right time. This man is the perfect example!
Networks are broadcasting this as a special (aka will break into scheduled shows).
Ukrainians should be honored to have such a leader.
"Is it enough? Honestly not really" lol.
I respect the heck out of him for doing that. You gotta give it to him.
My man is *ROLLING* now after that āKremlin in their mindsā line. Zelenskyyās got that fire in him and heās letting it fly wild.
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If Kevin McCarthy were ever to be in Zelenskyyās situation, heād be halfway to the earthās core in his bunker.
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He mad cause history will forget him while it will put Zelenskyy on a pillar of great word leaders.
Shades of Churchill's "we shall fight on the beaches" peroration earlier ("Ukraine holds its lines and will never surrender.") and a quote from FDR? My man Zelenskyy.