Crying #GOP Rep’s Nephew Condemns Her Actions

After Rep. #VickyHartzler cried while opposing the #RespectforMarriageact on the House floor, her nephew joined The Last Word and condemned her actions.

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[renafielding]

It wasn’t “mere.” She used it like a sledgehammer.

[sativadiva]

It's ironic that his aunt sees herself as some religious freedom fighter when she perfectly embodies why many look at religion with nothing but contempt.

[girlcheck]

She knows exactly what the power of her words are. She just doesn't care about the people whom she hurts.

[anasueiras]

My dad always taught us that what stands between man and God is religion. It’s a personal relationship each person has with him. We aren’t here to condemn and judge one another. We are to love and help and respect.

[Aljoy]

This man is truly showing what Christianity is … if only his Aunt knew that only God can judge.

[jask]

Man, you would make a far better leader and a politician than most 👍🏼
Thanks for speaking out 🙋🏻‍♂️

[zelladunn]

This hit close to home for me. I have a beautiful amazing granddaughter who after many struggles, finally found her true sexuality. I honestly don’t understand every aspect of being a LGBTQ individual, but this I know 100%, her choice will never ever change my love for her. I will stand in the gap and on the frontline for her. She is still her Grandma’s Babygirl and always will be. My Love for her is To Infinity and Beyond❤❤!!!!

[mamaahu]

Thank you for speaking up so clearly. I think your aunt knows exactly what the power of her words is doing. It has nothing whatsoever to do with Love.

[andriamsimpsonrussell]

Young man I would be honored to be your aunt because you are an exceptional young man and leader.

[Artysmarty]

He’s so right, her words are damaging and powerful and have real consequences. I hope she realizes how hateful she’s being and accepts her wonderful nephew as he is.

[philosopher]

Very articulate, well said. Get this person on air more often.

[naturalgalwilliams]

I'm so proud of you to stand up against your family member. OneLove ❣

[grovermartin]

What an intelligent and discerning young man. So interesting (to one not related) that one with his character and insight is so closely related to one with such a perverse superficial, and hatefilled mind.

[tomthomas]

With some exceptions, this is who they are (the modern GOP). This is what they do. This is what they will continue to do until enough VOTERS elect better representation...

[TheElive]

It's sad that your Aunt will never truly know what a fabulous nephew she has due to her self-righteous, right-wing perspective. I adore you for speaking up
and allowing others to see that their words can lead
to violence by the sociopaths this base has produced.
She does this at the risk of safety to her own family and God Himself stated He is the one and only judge.
And never in my lifetime have I seen any atheist spew
the intolerance and lack of morals as the current corrupt
cultists spreading fascist, dangerous, hate-filled views
throughout this society. Yet they wonder why people turn from religion?

[nothingbutloved]

It would be nice if your Aunt & ppl like her would actually read the Bible for themselves in honest heartfelt meditation seeking the real Truth.

[RM-xfgi]

I hope the nephew will run against this hateful politician.

[dianalesueur]

They are not neglecting the power of their words! Let it sink in, they know exactly what they are doing!!!

[GenRN]

Stay strong, nephew! Shame on her. She is the perfect example of the reason I am now atheist.

[andriamsimpsonrussell]

Sadly, those who yell the loudest against a marginalized group of people do so out of fear. Out of fear they will be exposed as liars and hypocrites.