Watch Bernie Sanders Shut Down a Homophobic House Member in This Video From 1995

[Omaha Steve]

https://magazine.good.is/videos/bernie-sanders-shuts-down-member-of-house

by Katie Felber, Gabriel Reilich

This is one for the books. During a memorable House floor meeting that originally aired on C-SPAN in 1995, Bernie Sanders showcased his true colors when he went on live television slamming Rep. Randall “Duke” Cunningham for his hateful comments about homosexuals in the military.

Also of note is the incredible “parliamentary” zinger from Democratic Rep. Patricia Schroeder in response to Cunningham’s remarks.

This exchange took place nearly two decades ago, when “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” was the law of the land. Since then, one member in this exchange has gone on to run a spirited campaign for president, while the other was forced to resign from Congress and was subsequently jailed for accepting bribes.

Bernie jumps in at the 1:00 mark. Take a look:

FULL story at link.

[SheilaT]

1. What stands out most with Bernie is how

he not only doesn't back down, but he does everything he can to get people to respond to the questions actually asked. He does not let anyone get away with evasion or obfuscation, a rarity in public life.

[think]

2. Thank you for posting. Bernie Sanders has always been a man of great integrity. /nt

[AmBlue]

3. Bernie has the heart of a lion.

What an amazing human being this man is. I am SO grateful he is our standard-bearer in this coming election. He really gives me hope. Thank you, Bernie!

And thank YOU for posting, OS.