A reporter from Vice was interviewing Dave Carlson, a salesman in Minnesota, when the unexpected happened. Carlson, a support of President Donald J. Trump, happened to be wearing a red hat on his head with the “Make America Great Again” logo. Over the past few months since Trump’s election, people have been targeted for hatred and intolerance based on their Trump apparel.
As he was discussing why he financially supports Trump’s campaign, someone walked by and spat in his face. The spitter didn’t stop, because that would require an actual conversation about real topics with a man who – turns out – is a really nice guy.
“I’m fine, I’m fine,” he said, unphased – though not unhappy – about the spit. He kept his cool, using a cloth to wipe off his face and even continued the interview. When another liberal approached and began to explain why the MAGA hat represented hate, Carlson said, “I respect your opinion.”
Really, you have to watch the video to see this man’s grace under pressure. Even the reporter remarked that he was handling that much better than she would’ve. Here’s the thing. If we would stop spitting at each other and follow Carlson’s example – by actually talking to the other side and respecting their opinions – the nation would be a better place.
Watch the video below:
VIDEO: Protester spits on Trump supporter during interview at Minneapolis rally https://t.co/WIN6yJDsqf pic.twitter.com/sXIpvDZbRn
— VICE News (@vicenews) October 11, 2019