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Derrick Van Orden: “If we judge people on the content of their character as we…”

Featuring: Derrick Van Orden, Republican | U.S. House, Wisconsin, District 3

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Derrick Van Orden on the Lost Art of Manhood #ORadio

Published | Video Starts at 47:21

Because judging is bad. No, it's not. It's. It's great. That's why you don't put your hand on the stove. You judge it, it's going to burn your hand. So If we judge people on the content of their character as we understand it, by viewing their actions, not just their words, but by their actions, then we will understand what should be done and what should not be done, who we can trust, who we can't trust, what to do and whatnot. I mean, it's very simple to me. I guess people that have never been in situations where it's like very important that you make the right decisions, meaning you trust the Right person or you will die. (47:21–47:40)

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Asserts that judging people by their actions and character helps determine trustworthiness and decision-making.

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