Dismantling Racism Is Patriotic | Jon Talks Race w/ Sen. Cory Booker | The Problem With Jon Stewart

Give Jon Stewart a Nobel prize already. Damn he is doing more for culture, conscience and fixing of American Democracy than actual politicians.

"one arrest devastates a whole family" That's a truth bomb.

There's nothing i love more than hearing people talk sincerely. When you see how truly connected people are to the words theyre saying. They are fully invested in this conversation and you can see how present they are. And it's absolutely captivating.

I was behind Jon from the start and it took me 53 mins for Sen Booker's message to finally click: you don't have to win against the staunchest opponents when there are already so many willing supporters who just need to be shown how they can help.

Intelligent conversations like this REALLY need to happen....

"If America hasn't broken your heart, then you don't love her enough." I guess I'm in love.

Two real Americans talking and fighting for change. Bless you both.

The empathy in this video is palpable. Thank you.

Cory’s optimism and tenacity is part of what he needs to be a good senator. His hard work makes change. Also, bravo for his statement that we need more poets. This is such a galvanizing discussion.

I love how organic this interview was. I got emotional bc seeing these individuals have a passion for this country and the love for humanity is moving. To actually see two different minds still having an actual conversation without yelling or being nasty is really refreshing. We need more of these. Thank you

I really appreciate this entire interview. I learned so much about Sen. Cory Booker, specially how much I relate with him in regards to his philosophy and approach to hard topics. A strong internal spiritual rooting is key in navigating the shifting world issues and moving towards a more perfect union.

I’m glad Jon is filling our nations need for these kind of constructive conversations. 👏👏👏

"You don't have to attend every argument you get invited to". Awesome!

If you fight poverty, you will fight crime.

Thank you Jon for coming back to foster essential conversations. Cory, I have listened to you for the last year on instagram and now here. You are one of the most thoughtful, intelligent political leaders we have. Words DO make a difference. Your point is well taken. Your compassion and heart are equally matched to your intelligence.

This interview should be required viewing for EVERYONE!

Thank you so much for this profound, thought provoking and moving discussion about race in America. I am a fellow liberal Jew whose first day of school was in Boston at JFK elementary in 1965; one of only four schools in Boston that day to integrate. My white mother walked me to school through crowds of screaming racists held back by a wall of police. I was one of only a handful of white kids that day in my kindergarten class whose parents set an example that would forever stay with me and is the foundation for who I became and how I view this issue. Before we left for school that morning, my mother sat me down and told me not to be afraid because there would be people yelling and throwing things at the school. She then explained as simply as she could why. She asked me if I would like it if all flowers were the same color. Of course my answer was an emphatic No! She explained that people come in lots of colors just like flowers, but roses aren’t better than lillies or daisies; they are just different but both are beautiful. Then she explained the analogy and asked me to set a good example by being kind and friendly to everyone no matter what color they were.

So many times I heard Sen. Booker say "Here's what you need to understand.", or "I disagree", or "You're missing the point", or something like it, and John sitting back and reflecting and adjusting his lens. It's refreshing to see such a mature discussion that isn't scripted or that sticks to an agenda. Two honest men having an honest conversation where they don't necessarily see eye-to-eye but want to get to the root of problems. Fantastic interview, thank you.

I am….stunned. Realized thru Booker’s words that I do need to change my thinking. I wish more people could watch this with a small effort to open the heart and mind. What an amazing senator!! So glad he’s serving. I’m going to try to do better, Cory.

It’s so incredibly encouraging to me to see such a prominent figure insistently preaching empathy and reconciliation and redemption — along with a need for repentance and accountability, of course — and calling out people on all sides for our tendency to insulate ourselves from people different from us, to the point that we no longer see or value their humanity. Too often we manage to convince ourselves that we can write other people off — as though we are not all inevitably in this together, living on this small and dangerously warming planet. It’s satisfying in the short term to give in to contempt and resentment — which in some cases are well-earned — but it does nothing to move us forward or make this world a better place to live. I love the sincerity and grace of this whole conversation. 💛