Summary
Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman mentioned that users on the social media platform Bluesky are meaner from the left than those from the MAGA movement on the right. He experienced harsh comments hoping for his harm after voting with Republicans to end a government shutdown. Fetterman shared his thoughts while promoting his book, which discusses his experiences with criticism from both sides of the political spectrum.
Key Facts
- Senator John Fetterman said people on the left on Bluesky have been meaner to him than those from the MAGA (Make America Great Again) movement.
- On CNN, Fetterman explained that while right-wing users called him names, some left-wing users wished for his harm.
- Fetterman had a stroke in May 2022, and some online comments cruelly referenced this.
- He voted with Republicans to end a 40-day government shutdown, which upset some Democrats.
- The decision to end the shutdown did not include an extension for certain healthcare tax credits.
- Fetterman is promoting his new book "Unfettered," where he writes about harsh comments from both political sides.
- He expressed remorse for the consequences of the shutdown, particularly for affected government workers and military personnel.
