Cruz challenger Beto O'Rourke dinged for saying 'nothing more American' than kneeling during anthem
By Alex Pappas | Fox News
Beto O’Rourke, the Democrat challenging GOP Sen. Ted Cruz in the midterm elections, is being slammed by Republicans for saying there is “nothing more American†than kneeling during the national anthem.
“Comments like his are a slap in the face to every man and woman who has ever served our nation and put their lives on the line to defend American values,†Republican Party of Texas Chairman James Dickey said Thursday.
O’Rourke, a Democratic congressman, was asked at a recent campaign event about NFL players who kneel during the anthem. O’Rourke replied, “I can think of nothing more American than to peacefully stand up, or take a knee for your rights anytime, anywhere, any place.â€
While Republicans decried the remark, liberals are celebrating it.
“His answer was perfect,†said the liberal news site NowThis, which posted video of the exchange.
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