How much of Beto's appeal is because he looks like Robert Kennedy? nt

[LAS14]

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I've been really startled by the number of people that thought my post was meant critically. So let me explain. I loved Robert Kennedy. All of us of an age did, I think. But O'Rourke doesn't just look like RFK, he smiles like him. He carries himself the same way. Most important, he has the same optimism and concern for people. He's got me excited, for sure. And if some of it is because he triggers memories, that's great, I think.

Check out reply #5.

[Lunabell]

1. Zero percent.

His message is what draws people.

[former9thward]

2. He doesn't look like RFK.

If he does then any middle aged guy from Irish descent looks like RFK.

[MFM008]

45. He looks like a Kennedy

And yeah so do alot of Irish guys.
He ALSO has a message.
Those work for you with dems usually.

[redstateblues]

3. Think before you post

[LAS14]

22. Please check out edited OP. nt

[Autumn]

4. I don't see it. Beto is awesome.

[LAS14]

23. Please check out edited OP. nt

[Autumn]

38. I didn't see your post as critical. I just don't see a resemblance to RFK , it's

his values and that wonderful personality of his that caught me. He is wise beyond his years, but is young and playful, like an old soul. When he responded to the question about football players kneeling he brought me to tears.

[Rhiannon12866]

5. And his real name is Robert Francis!

He said that when he was on with Colbert and I realized that the resemblance wasn't just my imagination!

[lunatica]

32. Calling himself Beto was genius!

Right now I can’t think of any other politicians who’s first name is all the recognition they need. Usually it’s the last name only, or both names that are needed.

Plus Beto is the Spanish shortened name for Roberto. All of it makes him just one of our guys. Someone you would be more likely to actually have a beer with. Not someone who pretended to be that guy.

[karynnj]

40. Bernie? Hillary? Barack?

[lunatica]

41. Well he's in great company don't you think?

Thank you for helping me make my point.

[LiberalFighter]

33. That is just a coincidence

He was named based on family tradition.

[Kaleva]

6. Good looks, charisma, intelligence, wit, empathy will take any politician far.

When one has "it", they don't have to look like anyone else in order to have broad appeal.

[struggle4progress]

7. I guess some might be due to the fact that he doesn't look like Ted Cruz

[In It to Win It]

9. LOL! Good one

[lunatica]

34. Yes!

[In It to Win It]

8. None

only speaking for myself. Didn't even notice the resemblance.

He's extremely inspirational and motivational. People will vote FOR Beto, instead of just against Ted Cruz.

[lunatica]

30. Hopefully they'll vote for Beto AND against Ted Cruz.

That will double the votes!

[JI7]

10. it's the personality/charisma which goes way beyond looks. john Kennedy jr was good looking

but he didn't have the public appeal that his parents and uncles had.

joe jr is actually the first one among the younger gen who has it also.

[CountAllVotes]

12. Very much like Joe Kennedy

I hope he runs, perhaps w/Beto O'Rourke is my dream.

Will it happen is the question.

Re: RFK, Jr.

He had plenty of appeal it many ways that JFK did not. He had a lot to offer in different/better perspectives. He was a man of his time no doubt.

[Garrett78]

11. He won me over with what he said about anthem kneeling.

I don't see much resemblance between him and RFK.

[LAS14]

42. Wow! I hadn't seen that. Here it is for others who may not have caught it.

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OOOps!! Wrong link.

Here it is. https://www.google.com/search?source=hp&ei=xYXgW925Auzp_QaQ5pCgDQ&q=beto+kneeling&btnK=Google+Search&oq=beto+kneeling&gs_l=psy-ab.3..35i39j0l9.944.3344..3585...0.0..1.267.1464.12j1j1....3..0....1..gws-wiz.....0..0i20i263.mtVbwzhZ5hA

[Croney]

53. Selling your house? Lol

[LAS14]

56. I fixed it. :-(

[JimGinPA]

13. I'll Leave It To Others To Judge His Looks

I've seen him speak 15-20 times and I've yet to hear him say anything I disagree with. I think he'd really be an asset in the senate and I hope he wins. He's the polar opposite of who he'd replace.

[brooklynite]

14. None...

Let's be blunt, almost none of current voters remembers what RFK looked like. Most weren't alive when RFK was a candidate.

[Hortensis]

29. My thought. Or at least that most current voters don't remember RFK.

As one of those who do, I have to admit that some of us grow older without becoming less silly. Sso there may well be some old bags happily reliving their swooning days here and there. Hope no one's broken a hip.

[Cyrano]

15. How much of Trump's appeal is because he looks white instead of orange?

[BlueIdaho]

16. Have you listened to him speak?

He’s got the juice...

[UTUSN]

17. Only who would think it never listened to him speak for himself. & why ask this?

[LAS14]

24. Please check out edited OP. nt

[GulfCoast66]

18. WTF kind of question is that?

2 days before an election and you chalk up a great Democratic candidate’s success on he looks like a man who has been dead 50 years?

Try harder next time.

[LAS14]

25. Please check out edited OP. nt

[applegrove]

20. None. He's his own man. He thinks for himself and speaks from an original

place. I hope he runs for President some day.

[tenderfoot]

21. Lamest OP ever

BTW, I just juried this and voted to hide it.

[LAS14]

26. Please check out edited OP. nt

[Sneederbunk]

27. Sorry to report many voters unfamiliar with RFK.

[violetpastille]

28. I'm impressed by his work ethic.

And impressed by his inclusive message.

"If you're a Republican? You're in the right place.
If you're a Democrat? You're in the right place."

His Spanish fluency.

I think his youthful looks are a plus for youthful non-voters.

He reminds me more of the aw shucks heroes of "Mr. Something goes to Washington" 30's Era Pro-Democracy films.

More Jimmy Stewart than Kennedyish.

[lunatica]

36. That's a pretty good comparison

Mr Smith Goes To Washington comes to mind.

He also has that tall gangly look and sincerity written all over his face.

[violetpastille]

47. He also reminds me of

"Wherever there's a fight so hungry people can eat, I'll be there. Wherever there is a cop beating up a guy, I'll be there."

That sounds like Beto speech. I can imagine him saying it.

[lunatica]

49. Yeah

Though I must confess that when I finished The Grapes of Wrath I threw the book across the room! The ending was the most depressing thing I have ever read, and that include Thomas Hardy’s books! I still fume a bit when I think of it.

But, yes, Henry Fonda was great in it.

[LiberalFighter]

31. Does not look like him.

[Lucca2]

35. I think the way you asked the question

has put people off. Beto is unique for Texas yet does hint of Bobby Kennedy's passion for justice and people. I wish I could vote for him.

[lunatica]

37. I do too and maybe someday we can vote for him as President

Welcome to DU!

[Dave in VA]

39. Agree

I think your observation is correct. Brings back great memories from my youth. Keeps me believing that this country will one day be what RFK envisioned.

Thanks for posting.

[beachbum bob]

43. His appeal is simple, he sounds like a white obama with same music

talents...

[nolabear]

44. It might open the door but the work is all him.

I didn’t pay attention st first, but once I started listening to him he has given me more optimism than anyone else about the future. Talk about a man for the people!

[Wintryjade]

46. Don't discount the skateboard in the Whataburger parking lot.

[lunatica]

48. This post needs a photo or video!

I hadn’t heard that one.

[Wintryjade]

52. It is very cool... But, I do not know if I know how to post the link.

Edit: It worked. Yea.

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[lunatica]

55. Thanks!

He’s that All American kind of man! Skateboarding started in California and it has become a sport which will be included in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. It’s a USA born sport!

[Paladin]

50. Enough to put him in office, I hope.

Beto has plenty of positive attributes of his own making---but if the RFK comparison is enough for him to prevail over an evil motherfucker like Cruz, I'll be glad about it.

[DonViejo]

51. I've heard him referred to as "a white Barack Obama." eom

[dameatball]

54. Looks don't hurt, but it is the message and passion behind it. For instance, Bernie sanders is not

the best looking guy out there, but he has many loyal followers. Go Beto regardless.

[dlk]

57. Another Robert Francis with a Positive Message