September 3, 2008
Posted: 08:48 AM ET

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Watch Ventura discuss the Constitution on American Morning with John Roberts.

(CNN) - Rep. Ron Paul may have one more foot soldier in his "revolution" to protect the Constitution — former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura.

Ventura on Tuesday spoke at a "counter convention" for the Texas congressmen and libertarian presidential candidate in St. Paul, Minnesota, the site of the Republican National Convention.

"There were about 14,000 to 15,000 people there," Ventura told CNN's John Roberts on American Morning Wednesday. "That bodes well for the people who believe our Constitution has been violated too long." The former marine and pro wrestler accused both Democrats and Republicans of violating the Constitution "whenever the need serves them to do so."

"Revolution's in the air," Ventura said, a reference his book "Don't Start the Revolution Without Me."

Although Paul's new political action committee is trying to attract like-minded candidates for Congress, Ventura told Roberts he plans to remain in the private sector and try to carry out his own "revolution" from there.

Filed under: Jesse Ventura • Ron Paul


William   September 3rd, 2008 2:21 pm ET

Thank you Ron Paul and all of your supporters, for planting the seeds of what will be real Revolution in America. As much as I would like to think that Obama will be revolutionary, our even bring change to Washington it will just be "tinkering around the edges" as Paul stated in the debates. Real change will only come when America drastically rethinks and reajusts it's postion as the global police, and makes drastic reductions to the Militray industrila complex. As a closet Ron Paul Supporter I wlll drink the Obama cool aid and vote for Obaman then I will sit back and watch as either canidate countinues the "War On Terror" Be it Obama our McCain polices we will countinue to fight terrorist that we created with are polices, create more terriost in the process and bankrupt the nation.

Ian   September 3rd, 2008 2:09 pm ET

I think CNN should have to pay us everytime they get corrected on their mistakes.

Ron Paul is a REPUBLICAN.

Jesse Ventura was a GOVERNOR.

Rob indetroit   September 3rd, 2008 1:50 pm ET

To all the republicans and Ind. if you dont like Obama but like his message then vote for Obama its alright.
the Maverick what a joke John MCbush is the same as bush he abandon his core beliefs just to get the party nomination
John MCsame is drunk with power.

To the so called puma's, Ind, DEMs, and Republicans,
Vote Obama-Biden 08′

Old McGovern Democrat   September 3rd, 2008 1:48 pm ET

Uh, hello? The people who have been violating the Constitution are the right wing conservative Christians and neocons and the idiots in the Bush Administration who advocated an unnecessary war; who approved the use of torture, despite federal laws to the contrary to comply with the Geneva Convention; who want to deny a woman's right to choose what happens to her body and life or even to have access to birth control; who have undermined voting rights of minorities all over the country; who continue to propose constitutional amendments to deny gay peoples' rights; who don't understand the meaning of the carefully written restrictive clause (any English major can tell you what a restrictive clause is if you don't know) in the second amendment that limits gun ownership to standing militias; and who have consistently violated the privacy laws, the political fund-raising ethics laws, and civil service laws of this country. Ron Paul may not support several of these constitutional violations, but he stands firmly on the Republican side of most of them. If he didn't, he would completely renounce his affiliation with the Republican Party. Oh, wait! That would mean he would lose a broadly based political platform. Golly gee! What's a Libertarian-at-heart supposed to do?

Ex-Republican for Obama   September 3rd, 2008 1:46 pm ET

I pretty much agree that the constitutional has been rendered virtually worthless, but I feel that the republican party has much of the blame, and especially Bush/McCain in systematically revoking our rights as citizens.

Revolution is in the air I think, people are tiring of this 'Taxation with out representation" as well as the "Oppression" and "Tyranny" that our republican party members dictate. It's abundantly clear whom will not stand by our rights as citizens, just look at the recent news of how the GOP denied freedom of speech to those whom decided to protest at the convention. If you had a problem, you were hog tied and thrown in the slammer, because you aren't allowed to think, nor oppose the GOP…it's not legal in a dictatorship. On the flip side, how many rights were seen being trashed at the Democratic convention? Not a single one from what I saw.

The GOP will systematically turn this country into a dictatorship if we don't stop them now.

Just say NO to McCain!

Phil in KC   September 3rd, 2008 1:44 pm ET

A couple of wack jobs. Guess it's true what they say; birds of a feather flock together.

jim bob   September 3rd, 2008 1:43 pm ET

Thank God for these people that can think and have brains.
Democrats and Republicans have lost what made this Country great.

Everyone just wants a hand out, they want the Gov't to do everything for them.

Patriots the Democrats and republicans are brain washed they have no idea what that means.

Thank God for Ron Paul he is the only true Republican.

The rest our puppets, they will tell you whatever you want to hear

Rich   September 3rd, 2008 1:42 pm ET

Where is the media to cover the fact Ron Paul is still running and that the repubs are ignoring him? Because you did such a wonderful job covering disgruntled Hillary supporters.

Hope the revolution is carrying pair of scissors..   September 3rd, 2008 1:42 pm ET

Well.. you have to hand to Jesse, someone likes him.

Atleast he criticizes both parties equally. There are flaws in both that's for sure.

But, he still needs to cut the hair. You're balding Jess, let it go.

jeremy - tx   September 3rd, 2008 1:39 pm ET

Jesse. stay away from the Democratic Response portion of Larry King Live tonight. It's for Democrats. Not tool who get on a soap box simply for the sake of hearing the sound of their own voice. We get it. You don't like Republicans or Democrats. Now fade quietly into the night and don't come back. Don't you and Rick Flair have a shuffle board game to get to or something?

Sn in MN   September 3rd, 2008 1:39 pm ET

Ventura was a Navy Seal you incompetent moron. Get the facts straight!!!

SONGBIRD MCCAIN   September 3rd, 2008 1:39 pm ET

McCain is not my candidate!!!

Paul '08

Tex Ann   September 3rd, 2008 1:37 pm ET

Ron Paul may be a nice ol' guy, and some things he says make sense. But look at all the other weird crazy stuff he advocates. It's like he just flies by the seat of his pants and doesn't think a single idea out to the conclusion. He's actually kind of scary if you look hard at some of his stuff. I would be very afraid if this man were a serious candidate.
But the REAL clincher for me is the fact that Jesse Ventura supports him. Jesse Ventura is a certifiable nutcase. I can't believe any of you people would actually give him the time of day. There's a big difference in "being radical" and "being stupid".

No JM   September 3rd, 2008 1:36 pm ET

Yes, and thanks to Obama - the hypocracy of American will be exposed. Talk about revolution, you want to see angry people with pitchforks and torches march out of the Rage Against the Machine concert Wednesday night across the river from the RNC? Well, you're going to get it.

I am tired of this crap!   September 3rd, 2008 1:34 pm ET

One nut job supporting another. Just keep shaking the tree adn see what else falls out!

Ambrose Smith, Borrego Springs, California   September 3rd, 2008 1:34 pm ET

Ventura got his stage name and later real name from walking on California's famed VENTURA BLVD and thought the name sounded cool.

Enlightened Voter   September 3rd, 2008 1:33 pm ET

Us Dems love you Ron Paul! Keep up the great work and keep taking those votes from mccain and palin the sham artisits. And If I wasn't so deeply committed to donating to Barack every chance I got I would love to donate to your campaign.

Texas   September 3rd, 2008 1:33 pm ET

No one wants to hear what Jesse Ventura has to say. Why does CNN keep having him on their show.

Dana from Las Vegas Nevada   September 3rd, 2008 1:31 pm ET

I do not agree with all that Jesse says but I do agree that the constitution is under attack.

Ben Franklin once said "any society that is willing to give up freedom for security deserve neither and will loose both".

Many say this was back when it was a different world. But was it really? America was in a very bad situtation, it was at war with the most powerfull nation in the world, the economy was nonexsistent and we were forming our nation. Many people in our own country were backing the English and were attacking our forefathers in thier own homes.

Ian MN   September 3rd, 2008 1:31 pm ET

Ron Paul is the greatest American that has surfaced since the forefathers in my opinion

alex   September 3rd, 2008 1:30 pm ET

If you own your own business or have enough money to do whatever you want, then Ron Paul is your man. If you want the state of Arkansas to become the state of Arkansas sponsored by Wal-mart, then Ron Paul is your guy. If you are in a union and youd like to get paid in nickels, vote for Ron Paul.

baby mama   September 3rd, 2008 1:28 pm ET

jesse make Ron Paul look sane……………and that is not easy to do

Richard J   September 3rd, 2008 1:27 pm ET

jesse also thinks we destroyed out own Twin Towers and faked the moon landing

ginger   September 3rd, 2008 1:25 pm ET

I saw Jesse on Larry King last night. It would have been nice if he had spoken directly on how he would remove big government from the people's lives. I was very interested to know.

T in MN   September 3rd, 2008 1:24 pm ET

I don't know where Jesse gets his number. The ticket count at the door for the Rally for the Republic last night was under 6000

Steve A. , New Braunfels , Texas   September 3rd, 2008 1:22 pm ET

To Shasta, Well Done.!!!

Old Fart   September 3rd, 2008 1:21 pm ET

Let's see the RNC thugs try to use teargas on Jesse.

Does this make him a sexist if he doesn't support the GOP ticket?

Me, I'll still never forgive him for losing that match against Baron von Raschke.

proud army and navy mom   September 3rd, 2008 1:17 pm ET

if i were a republican, which I am not and never will be, I would seriously consider giving ron paul my vote.

the man speaks with lots of sense. i don't agree with what he says, but at least he seems sincere and thoughtful, not just lying and pandering like mcsenile. I'm just saying…….

Greg   September 3rd, 2008 1:16 pm ET

Thanks Jesse,for your astute observation. You did such a fine job of governor, I' m sure we all appreciate your expertise. Now go away, please.

DJ in TX   September 3rd, 2008 1:16 pm ET

Jesse is a little out there. But I must say even as a Democrat, I can agree more with Ron Paul than I can the Republicans. He's against the Iraq war (not all wars). He's against abortion, but doesn't believe it is a federal or constitutional issue. The same for gay marriage.

Dont' count out Ron Paul - he can pick off votes from both major parties, but I think more from the Republican party.

KATHLEEN   September 3rd, 2008 1:16 pm ET

Ventura is a trouble maker in doing this. Ventura "thinks" he is
important!!!!! Ventura does not even LIVE IN THE U.S.!!!!!!!!!

Rudy NYC   September 3rd, 2008 1:13 pm ET

Can you say, "The Republican Party has been hijacked by far right extremists."

Jesse is right.

Jim   September 3rd, 2008 1:13 pm ET

Why anybody still gives this nut-job the time of day is beyond me.

Daniel   September 3rd, 2008 1:11 pm ET

VENTURA IS SO RIGHT As a true Republican I have to say I have never been so disgusted with my own Party the way George Bush totally destroyed it and I will not vote Republican this year.

However I does not mean I will vote Democrat because I have never heard such LIES from a Democrat like OBAMA one day he is for it the next he is against it, doesn't this man have a MANS WORD? the only thing I know he is going to do is MAYBE MAYBE take the troops out of Iraq and re-deploy them to Afhanistan and keep the war going, And of course lets don't forget our TAXES they will be going up up up.
How else is he going to pay for all those FALSE promises ?

William Butterfield   September 3rd, 2008 1:08 pm ET

Jesse Ventura is not a "former Marine." He was a Navy SEAL.

KATHLEEN   September 3rd, 2008 1:08 pm ET

Ventura is a big mouth idiot. Ron Paul is a Republican that sounds
good, but listen carefully. He is not for "BIG GOVERNMENT". That
means, he doesn't believe in "entitlements" like the S.S. we paid all
of our life for, and the government spent our money instead of investing for INTEREST!!!! Unemployment benefits, healthcare,
Mecicare.

I am telling you people, Ron Paul is a REPUBLICAN with Republican
hard driven ideas. Why would you be calling yourself a Republican,
and speaking in a low, soft tone. Not to reveal what you "really" would
do with Americans.

The Republicans, Cheney and Bush, can rob our country of all
that is good, sit up on a stage with his legs crossed, and say
AMERICANS CANNOT DEPEND ON ENTITLEMENTS; then blame
the deficit on the "entitlements" not the war. Never mention the
money the USA borrowed from China for the WAR.

We've been had, people!

Shasta   September 3rd, 2008 1:06 pm ET

So…just as many people, if not more, are at Ron Paul's convention as are at the RNC?

Aaron B.   September 3rd, 2008 1:05 pm ET

Ron Paul simply says what everyone deep down knows to be true; our government is way too involved in our every day lives. Really think about it for a minute. If you want to do just about anything meaningful anymore, the government wants to charge you a fee or require that you buy a license for it. You cannot open a business unless you buy a business license and many times you still require approval from your local city council or chamber of commerce to even do that. That is not the American way. All those people out there who think a vote for someone other than the Republican or Democratic candidates is a wasted vote simply don't get it. This "vote for whoever they line up in front of me" mentality is what has brought this country to the brink of Orwellian madness. Now go do what you're told like the good sheep you are.

NotFallingInLine.org   September 3rd, 2008 1:03 pm ET

Sarah Palin lied about the baby. It belongs to her daughter!

There is NO hospital record of Sarah Palin giving birth to trig!

American1st   September 3rd, 2008 1:03 pm ET

We're with you all the way, Jesse!

I grew up watching former Minnesota Governor Jesse "The Body" Ventura "body-slam" pro wrestlers, and now I'm thrilled he's body-slamming for the Constitution of the United States of Amerca! Go, Jesse, go!

Brendan H., San Antonio, TX   September 3rd, 2008 12:57 pm ET

Jesse "The Body" Ventura once toiled as a "professional wrestler."

"Professional wrestler" = ultimate oxymoron!!!

oh my   September 3rd, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Revolution is in the air…it is called Obama. Americans are taking our country back

go away mongers- Ventura ca   September 3rd, 2008 12:55 pm ET

They're half right! The republicans have abused the Constitution for years now–that's why CHANGE is in the air!
Obama/Biden 08!

Greg Pottstown, Pa.   September 3rd, 2008 12:55 pm ET

I love Ron Paul!! If I thought he had a shot at being elected I would vote for him. I would just feel as if I had waisted my vote. He is by far the best man for the job but if you can't win an election then it does not matter.

wait a minute   September 3rd, 2008 12:54 pm ET

Go Ron Paul Go!
Every democracy needs voices like yours.

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