By Ben Meiselas
I just had one of the most eye-opening conversations I’ve had in a long time — with none other than Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear. And I want every single one of you to hear this because what we talked about goes far beyond Kentucky. It’s about what’s at stake for every working family in this country.
Donald Trump, in his usual out-of-touch delusion, just declared April 2nd “Liberation Day” — a day to celebrate his plan to impose even more tariffs. He says it’ll make everyone “super rich.” Right. Richer for who, exactly? Certainly not for the working families getting hammered by what Governor Beshear calls the “Trump Tax.”
And he’s right — call it what it is. When you pay more for gas, that’s the Trump Tax. When groceries skyrocket? Trump Tax. When young couples can’t afford to buy their first home because lumber costs are through the roof? Trump Tax. It’s not some abstract economic policy — it’s a direct attack on your wallet, your family, and your future. And guess what? Every economist not on Trump’s payroll says it’ll tank the economy and potentially drag us into a recession.
Beshear didn’t pull punches. He laid it out: these tariffs disproportionately hurt Kentucky, whose top export partner is Canada. He told me plainly — this isn’t partisan. It’s math. And it’s people’s lives.
And that’s not all. Trump and his billionaire cronies — Musk included — are also pushing devastating cuts to Medicaid. In Kentucky, Medicaid covers half of all children. It pays for 70% of long-term care for seniors. And in rural America, it’s the backbone of the health system. Cut it, and you don’t just hurt those on Medicaid — you collapse entire communities. Hospitals close. Jobs vanish. People die. Period.
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But what really struck me about Governor Beshear is how he wins in a so-called “red state” without caving to the right-wing culture war garbage. He vetoed the most vile anti-LGBTQ+ bill in the state — during an election year — and then told voters exactly why: because his faith teaches him that all children are children of God. That’s leadership. That’s authenticity. And guess what? Voters respected it.
He said something that stuck with me — that Democrats need to focus on people’s everyday worries: jobs, health care, schools, roads, safety. Not just sanitized talking points, but real conversations with real people. And when you do that, you can fight the culture wars and deliver for working families. It’s not either/or. It’s both.
So why are so many Democrats still afraid to stand tall? Why are some still trying to win elections by mimicking MAGA cruelty, instead of leading with purpose and heart? If a Democratic governor in Kentucky can unapologetically stand up for LGBTQ+ kids while creating jobs and cutting commute times for working families — what’s the excuse everywhere else?
While Trump posts about his fake golf trophies and strokes his own ego while Americans suffer, leaders like Andy Beshear are showing what real public service looks like — building clinics, opening factories, making people’s lives better.
As Governor Beshear told me, this is a test of our humanity and our empathy. And the stakes couldn’t be higher.
We can’t let a con man who lies, bullies, and brags while families struggle dictate our future. We have to fight back. Not with fear — but with truth, compassion, and bold leadership.
Let’s get to work.
He’s a real leader and governor. Thank you for highlighting him.
Diverse women are the future of the Democrats. We don't need more rich white men like Beshear, Schumer, Newsom, etc. AOC, Elizabeth Warren, and Jasmine Crockett are much more attractive to young voters. https://democracydefender2025.substack.com/p/women-will-save-our-democracy
I beg to differ - Andy has appeal with both parties. He is a Democratic governor in a deep red state. He is a great person to lead.
I love his message and apparently he's a good steward in KY... however, I think there's more needed for national leadership. For the sake of KYans, I hope they continue to trust him to improve their communities and perspectives.
More fire in the belly?
What's the "more" you think is needed?
omg quit with the identity politics. Anyone with a good heart and good message is welcome. This insufferable need to disqualify people based on their genetic and income profile is so stupid. You honestly think men have no contribution to saving democracy? Not even going to click on your self serving link.
Yeah, but even gen z particularly men weren’t too keen on a female candidate. Overall, we NEED to have an actual primary in 2028, where the best person wins without DNC manipulation.
We better do something before 2028. We won't have a leg to stand on in 2028. We need to do something like - now.
I totally agree with you but no one seems to be doing anything and no one is standing up and speaking out about the nonsense going on. I don't understand it. What happened to our leaders?
It is up to us to do something. Join Country First. Go to the rallies. Help me in emailing media companies like ABC, NBC, CNN and MSNBC and asking them why they aren't covering all the rallies that are happening throughout the country by millions of Americans.
Sylvia, More importantly we need to ask them why they aren't cover the constitutional crisis he and Musk have created. Why they aren't cover the number of laws he has broken and name the heads of these organization that might face jail term if one of these judges get a big enough set of balls to decide to hold someone in contempt. More of this kind of action just might slow the orange one down. Can you see it? Musk behind bars. We need to put more pressure on these judges to follow through on these contempt charges just as they would do for you and I. No fines, just some time in a locked cell and the possibility of a criminal record.
Yes, I agree, very sad. I think a woman is what we need. However, it just seems apparent some Americans are just not ready.
Knock it off. Anyone willing to stand up to the idiots in charge should be welcome. You need to grow up.
America has spoken twice now when it comes to women and they both lost. We are just not there yet and I doubt we will be there in 2028.
That's EXACTLY what the misogynists want you to think. Do not obey in advance. We were "not supposed to be there yet" when Obama ran and won - twice. Listen to your words. I'm sorry, but they are outrageous and shameful. Hillary Clinton got 3 million more votes than Trump - a larger margin than Biden beat Trump or Trump beat Harris. Educate yourself.
I like your spunk but we have hindsight now. Either Harris was the wrong candidate or we just aren't there yet. Something went wrong we have to be honest with ourselves about that.
Look at the FACTS and the extensive analysis done in "hindsight" about what "went wrong". It has NOTHING, ZERO ZIP NADA to do with Harris' gender. THAT is the problem with your SCREAMINGLY offensive misogynist comment. What you call my "spunk" is an expression of stunned outrage having familiarized myself with the real ifactual ssues around the Democratic loss in 2024. I would respectfully suggest you do some homework and lose the sexist snark.
Hate to disagree, but it absolutely does have to do with gender--as far as the republiCRAPS (REAL conservative--anti women's rights ones, that is) go.
Again and again, look it up. Read. Get the FACTS Do the work. Get the truth. There is analysis out there that will show you that gender had NOTHING TO DO WITH Harris’ results. Whining that she lost because she’s a woman is wrong. Period. Full stop. And repeating it, is judgmental, hurts women and is grossly uninformed and unfair.
Thank you, MJ! 💙
Thank you, Punkette
OMG! Stop this in-fighting & back-biting. Can we just stand together & get something done. I'm all for supporting women but come on . .
It's more important to do what's right than play to whims. Strong governmental leadership is needed, not more optics & politics. The problem has been in communication, not that candidates were women. Most people are going to support strong, clear leadership, regardless of "identity". The Felon only seized power because he played a strong leader on TV & people didn't look seriously enough at what skills & character traits are really needed. We need leaders that communicate well & have the skills & ethics to back it up. Anything else is secondary. Like this cat said, people can work with differences when someone is willing to stand for what they believe in.
IMHO, the two women lost because Dump cheated to win. I will never believe that he won those elections legitimately.
I really hate how right you are.
I really hate how clueless - he is and you are. Educate yourself.
Who pissed in your cheerios?
People who say we "are just not there yet" to elect a woman.
lets see, and men have lost, checks math, 45 times.
Just being diverse can't be the only qualification, and I'm all for diversity but there has to be all the other things that make a good leader.
I rarely anyone talking about the maga voter regulations and the maga poll workers who sent many voters (especially black voters in places like Georgia) away telling them that they had been excluded from the list of registered voters. Many were offered provisional ballots that were never counted. I am not a conspiracy nut, but I think between that and Elon's Starlink there was a lot of manipulation that excluded many votes.
I would absolutely LOVE to see a woman in the White House. Men have been rulers of this country for over 200 years, and look where they have gotten us. Unfortunately, I don’t think the country is ready. As wonderful as Kamala is, I think misogyny tipped the scale. I literally have heard several men I know state they did not vote for her because she was a woman. I was shocked to the core as I never suspected misogyny in their case. I think a lot of misogyny is not obvious, and there is more of it than we suspect. AOC or Jasmine on the ticket would be my dream!
Sorry if you are seeing my reply twice. When I tried to reply it disappeared. Basically what I said, is we can’t take chances with a woman presidential candidate this time. I’m sorry, but it didn’t work out with Kamala Harris and we are in a big mess right now. I admire the women you mentioned above but there is a possibility that some American’s just aren’t ready. We can’t risk it. I hope I have to eat my words someday but I think, for now, it has to be a man. 🙁🤷♀️
Competence matters more than gender. Ys those you list are competent. They are not the only ones
Everybody needs Andy Beshear. I’ve known him for almost 20 years and he is just amazing.
Sadly, I don’t believe we will elect a woman in the near future. Andy is a good candidate.
Buit the problem seems to be an aversion to females as leaders - it's an old, old thing that too many women themselves are guilty of, but if that is the case, then a male it has to be - rather a successful male than a failed female - not her fault at all - the fault of ignorance & traditions people can't get past !
Not so sure. We thought that with Kamala Harris and it backfired. I can’t believe I’m saying this but we cannot take any chances re: next election. I think the next presidential candidate should be a man. Disgusting statement I know, but we cannot take any chances. Don’t get me wrong I admire all the women you mentioned above - they are awesome, at this point and time I think it’s too risky. I’m more than happy to eat more words someday.
It isn't disgusting. I have no problem should Dems nominate a white male for president in 2028. Consider the enthusiasm for Bernie Sanders in 2016 and 2020.
You are so stuck on the negatives on rich white men! There are many who are leaders and doers for everyday people of all diversities.
The last election showed that the lower educated Americans, INCLUDING women, did not vote for women. Sadly this country is not ready for a woman president. The #1 task is to get MAGA out of power. The excellence that is Jasmine and AOC can wait a decade for us to flush the orange stain away.
AOC and Crockett are not ready for the presidency. They are our future, not our now. Identity politics is killing our party.
Chris Murphy and Andy Beshear need to organize the Democrat opposition. We need unity and a strong spokesperson to represent all of us - the Democrats, Independents, people protesting in the streets, lawyers fighting back, students, etc. We need a loyal opposition with a loud and clear message and a leader to shout our message about the Trump/Musk danger - hold daily press conferences - give examples - show that our message is united. We need united leadership under one effective voice backed by all the other good Democrats to lead our way. We need it now before Trump declares any more national emergencies and stops the protests next.
I think Chris Murphy has been working heartily on that.
Yes, both of them are great! At this point, Chris Murphy is the only one I see our there fighting.
And Bernie - can't forget Bernie!
Bernie, Tim , AOC, Jasmin,
Yes, we do have some great people who are trying!
Raskin, Frost, Casar, Garcia...
I agree and would add Dem Gov Pritzker of Illinois. He has been fearless and very vocal (and he has resources) bc, unfortunately money wins races under our current flawed system.
Beshear is a real leader!
The Sanders / Walz / AOC tours of non-blue districts and states is a great start. Even better would be to bring along a few dozen folks from blue areas to TALK with the independents and other interested parties. They've been told such lies for so long, let us humanize ourselves!
The S\W\OAC tour should be on MTN as much as possible. Magas declared war against us must be met with a furious counter attack..
Dear Ben. Great interview- Governor Beshear represents democracy and our core American values. Let’s hope he gets more democrats to follow his lead. Thank you..
We here in the Bluegrass love our Governor! This is what leadership looks like! Way to go highlighting him! Thanks Kentucky loves you for delivering the truth!
Yes we do!!!
👏👏👏Orange Mango Mussolini is bat shit crazy.
He really is!
Beshear is the kind of candidate that can win back the White House. While not a fan of the religion part, I can see how he would have broad appeal to a big swath of the nation.
But this is why he has appeal across both parties. He doesn’t push the religion but has his own personal beliefs, which he doesn’t have an issue sharing. I am not a religious person but I hardily support Andy having his beliefs.
Wow. He’s incredible. What a breath of fresh air. Thank you for interviewing him!
Loved the interview. That’s the kind of leader we need in this country. I hope Democrats listen to this interview and can take away from it what they should be doing and how to speak to people.
I kept saying that Kamala needed to pick him
He wasn’t even considered
What a leader
A democrat governor in a totally red state
He is out there listening to his own people
Not afraid to have his point of views
Not afraid to be approached by his constituents
Not afraid to bash the orange blob
Great interview
Thank you for having him on your show
Totally agree. Great communicator.
Agreed.He would have been an awesome option for v.p.Going forward maybe President!
He did take a trip to “talk”. And nothing else was said by him. Mitch McConnell sure had plenty to say about it, however.
I live in Louisville.
Former Republican
Love Beshear!
he should run for president!
I believe that is his plan. He has already said he didn’t want Mitch’s seat.
WOW! He’s absolutely opposite of Trump. How inspiring to see a real human in politics
I like him better than newsome and Shapiro. He finally said what I've always been saying, call it starving, not food insecurity. He makes a lot of sense. Shapiro on the Bill Maher real time just did a lot of double talk and did not answer any question directly. He was the old fashioned two-faced politician. Of course we know what newsom has spent two weeks doing, talking to Steve Bannon and Charlie Kirk as if he believes everything they say
Isn't fucking obvious by now tRump is sinking our economy on purpose? This is all for Putin. How is this traitor still walking?!!!
I believe this Man could run and win in 2028..Dems need a leader right now to lead the charge against Trump..
Best interview I've heard, since I can't remember when. Go Gov Beshear
We need more democrat leaders punching back! We don’t need pasty old white men running the country into the ground!
This made me break down in tears. I am a trauma therapist in Kentucky who has lost clients to suicide since the election because of how terrified they were having their rights removed. Because of the hate the White House is so proud of. I am so grateful he stands up for all of his people. He is an example of a leader who doesn’t use faith to promote hate. Thank you. 💜
I’m a therapist in California and people are hurting and in pain. I feel for you and your situation.
It’s a hard time to be a therapist. I worked in a medical detox all through covid and this makes that seem so small in comparison. I believe the human race is better than this. I believe in social justice and will not sacrifice my hope to our government. I’m also willing to fight people who settle for less in a dollar general parking lot if need be. 😅
We are much better than this brutal regime. Trump has put us back 300 years
I love that governor!! a great example for other politicians!! when you speak the truth and care about others it doesn’t matter but partly you are from.
Awesome! Thank you so much for having him as a guest and please bring him back! We need him in DC!
Kentucky is an unusual state for Governors. They always go republican for the congress and senate and they basically split time in the Governors office. Paul Patton (D) was the governor during the years I lived there. After Patton Steve Brashear's who is Andy's father. I had lost my Kentucky Colonel Certificate that Paul Patton awarded to me so they sent me a new certificate that Andy signed. Nice touch. I like this man.. He is a good egg.
Californian Democrat here! I would love to see Beshear run for President!
We Kentuckians love our Governor. He is a true leader and a genuine person. 💙
Ben, that was an awesome interview with Governor Beshear! This is the kind of leadership we need right now! I don't understand why trump is allowed to lie and cheat the American people the way he is right now. We have to stand tall and fight against this horrible orange bag of flesh and bones that some people call their president!! Impeach Trump and Vance and deport Elon! Let's take our country back!!!
I live.
In Kentucky and we are so thankful for Andy Beshear as the republicans don't care about the working class.
He would have been a good VP.
Andy walks the walk.
I adore this man. His office help my family when we had no idea what to do next. He is trying his best and that is all I can ask. He is making moves and I will support him no matter where he goes.
Thank you Andy, you give us all hope.
Andy Beshear is a great Governor. I’d gladly vote for him for president.
What a great guy! So glad to have him on our team!
We wouldn't be in this mess if trump didn't rig the election. Why didn't the dems call for a recount? The margin was small and it wasn't because of low voter turn out. Way too many people have said their votes were dismissed, destroyed or deemed invalid. Not My President.
Exactly voter suppression lost millions of votes, they did a documentary about it - Vigilante Inc. really worth watching also election truth alliance has proof musk rigged the election
Smart, empathetic, uncomplicated, strong messaging - this is why I really like Andy Beshear. I think he would have been more effective than Tim Walz as VP candidate.
The dem's congressional leadership is awful. But I have been inspired by governors, and reps, and senators. We need to change it up. Get rid of Pelosi, schumer, and jeffries.
Democrat party needs to start leading. They have been just hot air and useless so far.
Andy for President in '28!
I lived in Kentucky while Andy was Governor. He is a great guy and great Governor.
Thank you so much for highlighting KY and our dear Andy. So much of what people know about us is fairly inaccurate. This man is what KY is all about. My son went to school with his kids for a time, and Andy, Brittainy, Will, and Lilah are just as golden as they appear on TV. Truly good people. Very proud to be a Kentuckian! 💜
I’m guessing it’s gonna be a pretty shade of blue here soon! Keep it up tRump; your numbers are going down!
More leadership like Andy Beshear!
I agree with the Governor about the language we have been using hasn't reached the people where they are. Thanks for pointing that out. We can do better.
Excellent. Gov Beshear is a good man and a truth teller. Thanks
Thank you for having him on. I live in southern IL, which is culturally much like KY -- deep red part of a blue state. Andy's sincerity shines through and earns respect from people around here because he is the real deal.
Ben, have him back and see if we can get him to run for the White House in 2028. He is term limited and he would be a very good candidate to steer us out of this Hell.
Trump doesn’t have Ukraine to “give it away.” It’s Europe that’s the chief negotiator now not the U.S. Europe will ignore whatever betrayal Trump cooks up with Putin.
He’s authentic, he cares for the people in the state, and he doesn’t focus on partisan battles. Done an awesome job in KY.
Andy Beshear is a great governor. He will be an even greater President, I pray I live to see it!
We need someone like him in 2028. Someone who can reach all the people, someone who people in the middle and southern part of the country can relate to. Not saying him, but it needs to be someone like that.
The Democratic Governors will become the leaders of the political opposition to Donald Trump in the months ahead.
To quote Steve Schmidt:
“We cannot and will not watch this country collapse.
No.
We are a moral nation and a good people.
Do not be afraid”
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As a blue dot in Kentucky, this guy has talked me off the ledge more than once. He has gone through crisis after crisis in our state ever since he was voted into office. I am so badly dreading when his term ends. There is no one in the pipeline that can touch him.
You guys do the best interviews. I hope you’ll do one on a Wisconsin election coming up. That’s vital to Democrats. We need this one. Susan Crawford for the win 🙏🏾
Great interview.
Love this guy.
The best governor!!!
Andy is the kind of Christian I grew up with and respected, as he respects me and my kind. I want to be respected and treated the same way anyone should be. To me republicans that revere trump should be run out of office and shamed for their following trump.
Thank you for the uplifting interview. I am proud he's a Democratic leader leading with real Christian values.
THANK YOU GOVERNOR!!! IF WE HAD MORE AMERICANS AND MEMBERS OF CONGRESS WITH YOUR GUTS, HONESTY AND EMPATHY, OUR COUNTRY COULD SURVIVE TRUMP. ARE YOU LISTENING AMERICA? IF NOT NOW, WHEN???
Thank you Governor Beshear for stating the true facts! Thanks Ben for this interview with the Gov. Beshear.
Amazing isn't it. Simply standing up and explaining 'I vetoed this because by my beliefs it was wrong and immoral' .. is all it takes.
So many other Democrats could have done the same. Instead of surrendering your principles you can stand up for them ... and voters will respect you for it. [And you will feel a lot better about yourself too.]
We LOVE our Governor Andy Beshear!!!! I will stay in KY as long as long as he is governor. Once his term ends, I will likely move.
Thanks to both of you for doing this!
Please change Donald's disgusting voice like Mary Trump does. I have to turn the sound off so I don't scream "FU". Wouldn't mind you messing with that ugly painted face either. Thanks for having Andy on, now get strong women Democratic leaders on, too.
I have PTSD just from his voice. When he comes on tv I have to mute and shut my eyes 😂
All of the other democrats have left the country, Including the democratic leaders that we looked up to like our former Presidents. They all seem to have left the building.
I think the Democratic Party should draft Jon Stewart for President. Then again I have been saying that since he helped get the PACT ACT passed and was a big reason that healthcare for 911 first responders became law He can think on his feet and he is passionate not corporate
I think the Democrats have a huge problem with destroying people in their own party for very minor reasons Like the former Senator from Minnesota whose name I can’t remember for an action when he was a comedian, the only other person involved accepted his apology, but others forced him to resign
I too have been saying for a long time that John Stewart should be our leading representative in Washington. But we will most assuredly get what we deserve in Washington and not what we need. After all, a large majority voted to put them there. Now we will all suffer the consequences. Wait until our Republican congress grants the orange one the ability to serve as many terms as he pleases. Sound familiar? It's coming.
That fortunately would require an amendment to the constitution He didn’t win a majority just a plurality besides more didn’t vote than voted for the convicted criminal
I hope you're right but for now, I am fearful that anything can happen. So far he has pretty much suspended the Constitution, just not announcing it. And I agree, we need to give a big shout out to all those citizens that didn't bother to get out and vote for helping to put us in this situation. I just don't know what the plan is to fix this since the echo of crickets are louder that the dissent. Will the campaign the Dems put forward midterms to simply be, "see, we told you so?" That didn't work the last time. I want to get up in the morning and scream, "where are you?"
It wasn’t a majority all he got was a plurality
REAL HAPPY THAT KENTUCKY HAS SUCH A CARING HUMAN BEING AS GOVERNOR ANDY BESHEAR. HE MAKES AMERICA GREAT !!!!
I don’t know anyone who is this real and speaks in ky accent but at the same classy and eloquent. That’s a rare combination! 🤣
What a good man with values, character, love & empathy for all mankind! He would make a great leader of our country! He just won my vote and he wasn't even campaigning, he was just being honest! He genuinely loves his family and everyone!!
Love Andy! Not only he won in KY - he won TWICE!!! People love him. He talks like a normal person, truly cares about important issues, and has a kind heart! Great family values too! I really think he would win if he ran in next presidential election. He would appeal to democrats, independents, and moderate conservatives. Drinking kool aid maga are a lot cause, nothing can get them out of the that cult!
Gov. Beshear has common sense. He's plain speaking.
I like the tag "Trump Tax". Truth to Power.
This guy is a true leader. We need him to lead a new democratic movement. I would be a supporter.
Very enlightening. A good decent man fighting for democracy. 💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙
Amazing leader!
I love hearing this type of information. Thank you! Nice work Gov. Beshear!!!
Wish Texas had a governor like Beshear!
As a proud Kentucky Democrat please Governor Beshear run for McConnells senate seat. Kentuckians need you representing us at the federal level.
I love Gov. Beshear! I hope he runs and is supported by the Democratics!
I’m going to repeat what 47 said on national news. He said “I won because it was rigged.” Thats how Kamala lost.
1000% see election truth alliance they have all the proof musk rigged the election
ANDY is GETTING AT something I'm been arguing for a long time: The Democratic Party needs to position itself (in part, but significantly) as the party that is FAR MORE in line with Judeo/Christian VALUES and TEACHINGS than the GOP. His messaging here is SUPERB.
Iive in KY and beshear is my gov. He is real, and loved by most of KY. Not all of his policies are welcomed but he listens to the opposition.
45/47 admitted that Elon messed with the election. He said Elon is a whiz with computers and we won. Just like he said what he would do before the election and many did not listen. He is telling how he won and again no one is listening. Starlink is allegedly linked to our ballot machines. No candidate has ever gotten close to the number of electoral votes as 45/47. Some ballots were Democrat all the way and then 45/47 was voted for as President on that ballot. We have been hoodwinked, screwed, 45/47 admitted it and no one listened.
Exactly election truth alliance has heaps of proof musk rigged the election. They were headed to prison, they're criminals of course they cheated. Also voter suppression killed millions of votes. See Vigilante Inc. worth watching
Bravo!!!!👏🏻
What a great guy! I see why so many people support him. He has the enthusiasm and earnest desire to take us back to where we thought we were before trump.
It seems that Biden and Harris were doing exactly what he talks about, but the media completely ignored anything they did or talked about that concerned "kitchen table issues" and focused on "identity politics" like a laser. Maybe a younger, white, Southern man would have better luck. Bill Clinton did it.
Raskin and Schiff and Goldman are all out there fighting as well
The news of the day is the controversy around Disney's movie, Snow White. Not about the destruction of our country. Even the national media is frightened to death. We're doomed.
I applaud him speaking out and agree with him, but he has made himself a target for you know who…
People were dieing in the south from tornados and it was never mentioned!! Just bragging on himself
I would like to see AOC or Jasmine Crockett as a vice president.
I wonder if he is thinking about running for president because I would vote for him
Loved this interview. I have so much respect for Gov Beshears and I appreciate how he lives a faith-based life! Would be awesome to see him as President of this great country!!!
Thanks MTN for having Gov. Beshear on your show. He is the only politician in our state who is not an embarassment!!!
Here is a man who should be running for President next time if you still have a country!
I was born and raised in Kentucky but escaped to California 30 years ago. As a lesbian and a liberal, there was no other choice. Andy is about the only good politician to come out of Kentucky. He has the right heart and the smarts for true leadership for the people. I adore him, but of course, my MAGAt family back there hate him even though he has done a lot for them.
I agreed to run for office last year, and I’m in the most conservative district (big rural area mixed with a couple of suburban neighborhoods) in my county. There are lots of Trump signs around me. Being a Kentucky country girl at heart, I did what came natural to me. I knocked on a lot of doors and talked to people, and I listened. I even helped fix a gate while I was canvassing. My conservative opponent, the incumbent, who was born and raised here and even outed me didn’t knock on hardly any doors. I beat her by 13 points. People want to know their elected officials just like Andy said. I do hope he runs for president, but if we want to help him win, we need to follow his lead. Our canvassers need to be out in middle America knocking on doors and talking WITH people not at them. We need to learn to relax and have an easy conversation with regular words, not talk down to people like college professors. I have a masters. I can do that, but I didn’t, and I won my election.
Thanks for bringing Andy on. We needed to hear his message.
One wonderful uplifting interview with Kentucky’s Gov. Beshear - a successful leaner - and tells why he is so successful. We all learned.
Thank you Gov Beshear for standing up for TRUE Christian values
How well said and well spoken with priorities in the right place to reach more folks effectively. This made me happy to learn more about him and his goals and leadership style.
I love our Governor!!! Good job Andy!!!
Gov. Beshear is a good man with solid values that clearly resonate with his constituents. It is odd that they then also believe what MAGA candidates said, the lies. This is where Democrats make inroads, by showing that voters were lied to, and that the ultimate goal of this administration is to raise up the wealthy by dumping on the rest of us. The majority of us all want the same things when it comes down to it, the MAGA loyal will never change their minds, but they are not big enough to fight of the rest of us if we are willing to stand together and vote out the Republicans in office in 2026, so we can start righting the ship before it sinks. We need both parties without MAGA to do the hard work and honestly look at how we got here and agree on remedies that will keep this from ever happening again. The Republican Party has to remake itself as does the Democratic Party. WE the People need to be able to trust you the way Gov. Beshear is trusted.
I would love to see Andy run for president in 2028. He thinks like a true leader and can actually disseminate his thoughts coherently and eloquently to unite people from all walks of life. …and I am (was) a life-long republican .
Excellent!! I just wish that those in power in Washington DC felt the same way as Governor Beshear!!!
When we call ourselves republicans, or democrats, red states or blue states, or liberals or conservatives, that is the end of the United States of America and the start of the National Socialist party, or as it was commonly called in Germany; the Nazi party. This culminates, by controlling the News, or as it’s beginning to be called “ propaganda”; controlling the” judicial system”; controlling the Legislative system; and having one Supreme Leader, “ the Fuhrer. This one man who makes everyone believe that only he can defeat the common enemy that he has created. Thus didn’t work in Germany, and it sure as HELL isn’t gonna work here. The United States is teetering on the precipice, and which way it lands; could mean the end of the idea of Democracy, the declaration of independence, and our Constitution
Would have my vote! ❤️
I beg to differ with the perception that "no one seems to be doing anything". We have been weened on this notion of the MCU version of fighting (Thanos one one side of the field battling against The Avengers on the other). It makes for good spectacle but that is not how wars are won.
Democrats shouted from the roof tops about T___p and this moment. No one cared. They rallied around the ideas of decency and the threat to our democracy. No one cared. They bought out the big guns to drive home the message that T---p was lying and a danger. They talked policy difference and challenged him head on (remember our euphoria after the Harris debates? Surely that would break through!). No one cared. People still elected this twice impeached, 34 count felon, assault predator to be President. Maybe we should stop thinking that the "right" messaging and creating showdown fights could have and will win for us. Shoulda, woulda, coulda. Who cares!
You know what was critical in the win for WWII? Yes, the "MCU moment" battles like D-Day, Iwo Jima, etc were key. But the quiet work of Alan Turing's cracking the German communication code was the turning point in the Allied victory. As was the resistance movement, the Navajo Code Talkers and thousands of other efforts that were not pubic spectacles.
Stop being so self critical! Perhaps our side is doing the right thing. Doing the critical work (fighting in the courts, doing town halls, pushing back with media like Meidas Touch, etc.). It is a grind. An inch by inch gain. Not spectacles, but setting the stage for our victory. We will have our MCU battle moment.
Medicaid covers the people we love the most, our elders and our children.
Beautiful messaging.
Anyone who is willing to stand up and speak the truth is welcome. It is true we don’t have enough women in the government and lots of elderly men, but I think it is more about term limits than it is gender, etc. People shouldn’t be in office forever! However, the environment is so divisive it is hard to imagine who would want to run for office. We can only HOPE.
I'm Canadian and this is the first time I've seen Andy Beshear speak. He's a breath of fresh air after seeing the lack of leadership in the States. He's guided by his faith and that's a very big deal. It doesn't matter that my faith may be different than his, he's working for what's right for the people, not the chosen few. He's one of the extremely small group of politicians that is standing up to the power-greedy bullies that are currently in charge. I hope this galvanizes other "leaders" to step up and do their jobs properly, for the people.
Weclome to Trump's Hitlerian World:
The Trump administration, he said, “is targeting me as part of a broader strategy to suppress dissent”, warning that “visa-holders, green-card carriers and citizens alike will all be targeted for their political beliefs.”
That's my governor! Wish there were more politicians across our country like him.
People need to start using facts against Maga. In 2020 federal spending was 30% of GDP under Trump. Deficit spending increased historically under the Trump presidency between 2017 and 2021 when he was in office and promised to bring down deficits. He didn’t because his unprecedented tax cuts for corporations bringing down the rate from 35% to 21% decreased revenues for the US government which increased deficit spending.
Great interview ! What appealed to me was that the governor was leaning more into a human response rather than political party BS ! More Main Street American dialog has to happen regardless of political ideology
Wow! Love Andy Beshear!!
KY’s ray of hope, right there.
Good governor. Brilliant attitude
Trump is trash, he doesn't care about the average worker. He is talking about playing golf and people are having serious problems, his dam supporters are so stupid.
THIS exemplifies Christianity.
Yes, he is correct. This will effect mostly children and the elderly.
Andy Beshear is a true statesman!
He has created so many jobs in KY! He would do a lot of good for our country! I would love to see him and AOC or Jasmine on the next ticket!
Great interview and it’s so important to hear a real Christian act as a Christian. Being agnostic myself I appreciate his insight and real understanding of what real people need. The working class needs more leaders like him.
His kindness and love for his fellow Kentuckians got us through COVID and brout us out of it stronger economically and ready to move forward. He's wonderful!
Thank you for Gov. Beshear’s truthful words. Hopefully doing the right thing, will begin changing things around for the better.
Australia here 🇦🇺 Well done Ben I haven’t had the chance to hear much from Andy Beshear so I look forward to this video 💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙
When are you going to get AOC to come on the pod cast? She's what we need right now .
And jasmine and Chris murphy
Core concerns! Should be a no brainer. Well said
So April 2nd is Liberation Day, well I and I’m sure the whole world hopes the convicted felon ment from him. The joy the whole world will feel when the mentally deranged idiot is done away with for good.
He is the best. He has helped the beautiful bluegrass state so much! He is right there whenever there is a natural disaster. The job growth in Kentucky has been unsurpassed under his leadership. He needs to run for the senate or prez!!
First time hearing Governor Beshear; he gave me some hope also
Great interview! Meidas is currently the only thing that’s keeping me from giving up hope for our country.
For the last several years, I've spent time in Kentucky for work. Andy Beshear is a good man, without hint of scandal, who genuinely cares about the people and is steady.
Andy Beshears cuts right through the focus group tested BS. He is right- talk about those every day concerns. Use the simple terms hunger, addiction, homelessness, and how we can address those concerns to help people live better.
I liked Tim Walz,but Beshears would have been a good choice as veep.
Great interview, Ben.
Does no one notice that Trump still thinks the other countries are having to pay the tariff?
It's all talk and lies. He knows exactly who is paying the tariffs and he doesn't care as long as they get paid. He's always gaslighting and brainwashing his cult
I really don't think he knows. His ignorance is profound. And yes he is a pathological liar.
Andy is the only politician that makes living in Ky doable! 💙💙💙
Thank you, Gov. Beshear, for an awesome interview. You need to be part of the new Dem leadership.
Well said Andy. We all need to “ditto” everything you said. You make Kentucky proud. Thank you❤️
Andy Bashear should be in the lead to show folks the correct way.
My guvnah!! He is genuine and has been great for our state even with our republican controlled state house /senate taking his powers. He still delivers.
WOW - THANK YOU FOR THIS - you are so right!
Thank you ANDY!!!!!
All he and his supporters think about is money.. people don't matter just money!
Loved loved loved this interview
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Great interview!
Years ago, I was running for mayor in a small rural town. Soon after I was elected I was sent to a meeting of the League of Oregon Cities. One of the speakers was former Oregon Governor Vic Atiyeh, a Republican.
The advice he gave, words that I lived by when I was mayor, served me well.
Namely, "Do what you think is right. If people agree, they will re-elect you. If they don't agree, they won't re-elect you."
That basic rule was at the bottom of every decision, the easy ones and the controversial ones, I made.
When I ran again I was not only re-elected, no one bothered to run against me. Why? I was honest. Never once compromised my integrity.
That’s my Governor!! 💙
Wonderful governor!
My birthday is April 1 but I'm not a fool!
My Governor keep fighting Andy!!💞
His and Putins agenda is to devastate the USA
He who? Trump? Elon? Andy?
His comment that he refuses to leave a broken country to his kids… what could be more important? (Even if “your kids” are all those who will come after you, the future of this country)
Nice work Gov. Beshear! Making Christianity kind again!
excellent! thank you, ben, for hosting gov beshear. just excellent!
Andy for President 2028!
AOC said something that caught my attention today in her speech in N. Vegas. She reminded everyone that common sense is not a Communist, Marxist, uber liberal thing. I think that's the kind of common sense that Gov. Beshear is using to reason with the right in KY, and maybe the kind of common sense that needs to happen with the entire party.
Does anyone know where all this money going, fraud money and tarrif
Great interview!
Look we need to win. We need to have a candidate that can reach the independent voters . A candidate that can talk to rural whites about their issues. We can’t focus on the gender or race of the candidate.
Andy for President!❤
This press secretary is a fucking dumb twat and an embarassment
This is a clear, concerted effort by leftists who don't like this president and are trying to impose or slow down his agenda," Leavitt snapped.
Total bullshit
🫡 Andy Beshear 💙💙
We love you Andy and please run for President!!!!!
Okay…but be careful about the abortion bans he is poised to sign…
good point
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So why not hold INEPT AND INCOMPETENT LEADERSHIP ACCOUNTABLE
Please run for President!!!
Please take the lead Andy Beshear!!
Start with the “Why!”
He’s very authentic!!!
Yay, Andy! ☮️
Has there been pressure on McConnell to finally wake up to reality?
This human being is really great at showing his true colors! I'm proud to call him a DEMOCRAT of the FDR persuasion, & I'm old enuf to remember FDR's greatness.
You're doing great, Ben
I like him
THIS is someone we need to run for the Presidency !!! There are not enough of those around - I love Kamala & hoped she could win, but if others won't vote for her, then I guess it has to be a male else too many Americans get their knickers in a twist over things & won't vote. This guy is a male I could believe in !
spot on 💙💙💙
Several days ago i investigated his web site and then forwarded it to my fellow Democrats to consider him A. Possible leader for the party. We need a new and unincumberred person who can understands the desires of his constituents amd who does not hVE THE Bggage or issues that would keep hm from POAITIVE POSITION. GOM ANDY
Let’s get a good slogan with a positive connotation
A B C
A
Andy. B Beshear C Candidate
Or a similar one to rally the voters
How about "WE, THE PEOPLE?"
Too long. Needs an acronym
I think protesters should singing “we shall overcome”
Catchy tune, words could be. Modified to current xituation
https://open.substack.com/pub/betomedia/p/what-did-you-guys-do?r=58mj1v&utm_medium=ios
Tell us about what he said, I can't stand the sound of his voice on the videos…
I was going to go to pay... but come on thsi was a puff piece
This man is annoying
hey everyone. hows everyone doing
While I agree.. give them the platform without question and they will too
Sounds like a late to the party April Fool's joke.
BROWN FORMAN is behind this "PLEA FOR the under $200k folks" and for us to play nice.
Well Bashear is the Governor of the very same state that put Mitch MCCONNELL in office AND the home of BROWN FORMAN who calls Louisville KY home and now that " profits are going south" he wants to come on to MTN and moan and complain.
BASHEAR, have you ever heard the saying "ELECTIONS HAVE CONSEQUENCES"🤔
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Of course, Bernie has been right all along. You can thank the corporate media and the Democratic Party for diminishing him as a socialist kook.
Exactly
First we have to replace Chuck Schumer, the Democratic leader if we want to WIN anything at all. He’s a weak figure who gets played, rolled, manipulated and steamrolled 200 times a day!!!
If the Democrats are serious about being a strong opposition party, they need to replace him asap.
He is inarticulate, has zero coherent strategy, plus basic toughness, grit and integrity. We need a tougher leader in our party. He’s another DC insider. The Democrats had better wake up sooner rather than later.
You are fucking scary stupid. He did exactly what he should have done, and that is to make sure that people, obviously not you, get the services that a closed Federal government could not provide... You are an arrogant idiot...and as always...the more stupid the co/mment,the louder the volume
I think differently. I think We The People, especially the Dems are making our disapproval known and they know we’re getting angry. (I hope AOC primaries Schumer).
WE, THE PEOPLE....excellent slogan for our opposition party