Best thing I've seen today

[senseandsensibility]

This morning as I flipped between stations covering the Davos trainwreck, I paused briefly on CNN because Katlin Collins was interviewing Gavin Newsom live. He was fine, and it was about what you would expect. But then she interviewed Andy Beshear. He was also live. My God.

First of all, he is definitely running for President (as is Newsom). But if I expected namby, pamby both siderism from him, I was dead wrong. He tore trump's speech apart. He said he was embarrassed by him. And best of all, he said it all calmly, and in language a third grader could understand. I was very impressed by his messaging and think he has the ability to reach everyday voters. He did not mince words and he was much more clear than Newsom about why this situation is so dangerous.

[Scrivener7]

1. We have an amazing bench. We need to let them out of the dugout.

[senseandsensibility]

2. Ain't that the truth

[Mysterian]

5. The bench needs to be the starters

Now more than ever.

[Scrivener7]

8. Yep.

[flashman13]

15. I couldn't agree with you more.

[crimycarny]

3. That's great to know about Breshear--thanks for sharing!

I've always liked Breshear, but like you, I worried he might be too namby-pamby. We need a fighter (like Gavin) who can also appeal to a wider audience. I'm going to have to try and find the interview you are referring to.

[senseandsensibility]

4. Please post it if you do

Because he was so good, I expect most of the media to ignore it. Impressive that he was there in Devos and calling trump out in real time. I think that interview showed why he is able to win in a red state.

[Just_Vote_Dem]

6. "Because he was so good, I expect most of the media to ignore it."

I agree with you, and how tragic that simple observation is

[senseandsensibility]

7. Absolutely

I hope Lawrence or someone has him as a guest tonight.

[crimycarny]

11. So far I can only find what he posted on twitter and bluesky

— Andy Beshear (@andybeshearky.bsky.social) 2026-01-21T14:41:30.651Z

Love the "Oh and Greenland is so important he's calling it Iceland".

Still hunting for the actual interview with Katlin Collins as much more powerful to see a video of him saying it.

[senseandsensibility]

12. I agree. The above statement is wonderful

and closely approximates what he said, but the live statement showcased the simplicity of the language and the truth behind the words.

[crimycarny]

13. Found the video!

?si=vxLY7aOWx0Vf5YJ-

[senseandsensibility]

17. Thanks!

[Amaryllis]

23. He said "America is more than just a president" and didn't like Newsom berating the Europeans.

[crimycarny]

29. I missed that--just rewatched

I felt it a bit off-putting for Gavin Newsom to berate the European leaders. When our own government won't stand up against Trump, it came off as a bit hypocritical for Gavin Newsom to say that. I understand that the question was specific to European leaders, but I still felt the answer came off the wrong way.

I like the way Breshear answered. He didn't "bash" Gavin for his comments, which was smart. "I don't think that is what's needed right now". Good way to answer.

[Fiendish Thingy]

9. Expect to see more of Beshear as the year progresses

He’s got some catching up to do with Newsom and Chris Murphy re: media visibility, so it’s good to hear he got some air time.

I expect as 2026 turns into 2027, we will see Newsom drop in the name recognition 2028 polls as Murphy and Beshear will likely significantly improve their standing as voters get to know them.

[senseandsensibility]

10. Hope so

He broke down the problem with trump's actions in a way that is not easy to do. Very impressive.

[crimycarny]

14. Found another interview Beshear did with CBS on the same subject

?si=Cm1lEPmSKwrQ4uNc

[Amaryllis]

16. I have always found him to be very impressive. and i think he has wider appeal than Newsom.

[senseandsensibility]

18. That's a fair point about his wider appeal

and I am not anti Newsom.

[FakeNoose]

19. As a candidate he would be ideal in many ways

Bright, good-looking and on the young-side, he's from the Midwest, and Kentucky borders the southern states. Not to take anything away from other potential candidates, but Governor Beshear knows his stuff, has experience as a 2-term Governor and he would be an excellent choice. Politically he seems to be middle-of-the-road, supporting most of the Democratic Party's policies and objectives.

In any case: I pledge to support our Party's candidate in 2028, no matter who may be chosen.

[Scarlet Begalas]

20. Bashear and Newsom

You've got a good point, as Bashear is a Democratic Governor in a red state. He must have some wide appeal.

[GiqueCee]

24. I like Newsom...

... but I fear that his clever tweets – or whatever they're called today – may come to define him more narrowly that he and his team anticipated. He can't let sarcasm be his sole approach. Regardless of what the Orange Gargoyle might think, he ain't gonna be on the ballot in '28, so ol' Gavin had best modify his approach and study up on the field of possible opponents. Beshear sounds strong. Now, if he just stays clear of the herd of "consultants" who only ever seem to advise candidates to be bland and centrist, we just might get all *Buffalo Springfield on the Republicans.

*NOT the band, but the brand of steamroller after which the band was named!

[Amaryllis]

26. I didn't like the way Newsom talked to the EUropeans. He could have been firm about the need to be firm with Trump

without being harsh. Beshear is kind but very firm. The Europeans are not in an easy spot right now. Save the harsh dialogue for the congressional republicans.

[GiqueCee]

28. Agreed. (nt)

[patphil]

21. This is his 2nd term in what I consider to be a strong red state.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024_United_States_presidential_election_in_Kentucky

Trump got over 64% of the vote in Kentucky.

[FakeNoose]

30. It's interesting that Gov. Beshear actually did better in his 2nd election

... and I take that to mean he won over some of the red voters. If not then the independents stepped up and made sure he got a 2nd term. Either way it looks good for him.

[CoopersDad]

22. Here's one of the videos...

Love him!

[Alice B.]

25. I don't even live in KY but "Governor Andy" got me through the pandemic

I watched his daily briefings religiously. He was direct, owned his decisions and when he knew something wasn’t going to be popular, spoke directly to that, getting out in front of critics and addressing them head on. I’m a huge fan.

[Amaryllis]

27. I remember that too. That was when I first became aware of him. My question was always "How is it possible that

KY turned out both Beshear and McTurtle?

[Alice B.]

31. I can't even ... lol ... *throws hands in air*

And I think right now, more than ever, we all need to join in in repeating "we will get through this together."

[returnee]

32. Many of the same asshats that voted for TSF....

…will still vote for whoever the repubs vomit up as the nominee. I care less about our ultimate nominee than I do about the fairness of the elections (should we have any). The dems should be making election integrity their highest priority.