VIRAL SPEECH: Kinzinger Rips GOP In House Farewell: 'We Now Live In A World Where Lies Trump Truth'

Yesterday, Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) slammed the GOP and the state of politics in his House floor farewell speech.

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[guyfullen]

Run for President. I am a registered Democrat, but I vote for competency and integrity, which you have. You are an American hero!

[sheriegraham]

He is what I would love to see serving on both sides of the asile..

[mikec]

Such a brilliant and truthful speech. A man of and for the people of the real USA. I thank you for your service.

[Timhey]

Those that have demeaned the Constitution with their lies will be held accountable by the people they have lied to and will face the consequences of their actions. To do whatever it takes to stay in office and those that did everything they could to deceive the public in order to be voted into office. This is not who we are! This is not the reason we strive for a more perfect union.

[stephenwhite]

I am a lifelong TN Democrat and I am sad to see this honorable, reasonable man leave congress. What will happen when all the good ones are gone.

[bigmotorfinger]

Thank you for doing the right thing and saying the right words when it mattered.

[mikerickard]

What a loss to the American political structure.

[tfajsh]

You are a great representative Mr. Kinzinger. The country needs more people like you.

[johnmartin]

Rock on Adam Kinzinger. There is no shame in telling the truth. You are one of the few in your party with integrity and courage. Sadly, I feel that most politicians are unable to do the right thing, because they lack these qualities.

There has also been a long history in our country of individual politicians being ostracized for following their moral compass, instead of following the majority down a darker path.

[marciaclaesson]

Thank you for service and for standing up for the truth.

[aboucard]

This is very beautiful speech and we should all listen to it regardless of party affiliation. This is tough love

[gregoryturner]

Another One bites the dust. 10 or 12 more rhinos that's all we need. And they will all be gone

[gregchenoweth]

I hate to see him leave congress. I would love to see him run for President. I’m not naive; he wouldn’t have a chance. But at least I’d have someone I respected to vote for. Thank you for upholding truth and the values of our democracy and defending the Constitution abroad and especially at home.

[morningsky]

As an Australian with no particular affiliation to either party, Adam Kinzinger comes across as perhaps the most eloquent and sincere speaker in the entire congress. As such, it is completely unsurprising to read the inane snipes from diehard Republicans who have clearly developed a remarkable ability to talk out of their backsides. Mr Kinzinger's departure is America's loss.

[JesusChristIsReal]

Adam's speech truly speaks depths of the kind of man that he is today. It was a constant gradual progression with the time he spent working with his esteem colleagues. Thank you for standing 👆 for our beloved country even at the cost of your personal security as you have alluded to in your speech. I'm quite confident that as a current Air Force personnel, you are highly trained to defend yourself at any given unanticipated situation. A true humble warrior. I salute to you Adam! Keep 👆 this good fight and may God bless you through all of your remaining days serving our beloved country. Thank you sir! 😃💯👆✝️🙏

[callunas]

Sad to have one less sane person in congress. Although I'm an IL democrat, I was proud to be represented by Kinzinger. He has integrity.

[maxinemann]

It's a sad day for this country when a man with this much integrity steps down because it leaves one less person to stand up to the crazies. Be well and keep fighting no matter where you go. Your voice will be missed.

[donnawilkinson]

The only body he served, was his own! Bye. Nothing left unsaid

[skooool]

mr. adam K is a perfect savior in today's world...
no one can fault.:
his military record
his family values
his courage
his honesty

he stands alone
but unknown to him....
he stands alone..
together with the rest of the world.

[cltinturkey]

What a class act, honorable man, and sincere and effect public servant! Thank you, Representative Kinzinger, for your service in Washington and the military. Thank you also for holding fast under immense pressure and for doing the right thing. You are a sterling example of what a public servant should be. I wish you great success in the future and a wonderful and restful holiday with your family and friends. We will miss you. Godspeed.