Democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg was interviewed by CNN’s Van Jones over the weekend where he spoke at length about his husband, Chasten.
“Frankly, he’s one of the best things I’ve got going for me,” the 37-year-old 2020 hopeful gushed. “I love him. He’s grounded. He keeps me grounded.”
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He continued, “He’s got this really quick wit. If you follow him on Twitter you’ll see what I mean.”
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We thought we’d take Pete’s advice and do a deep dive into Chasten’s Twitter page, which boasts an impressive 163K followers.
Here’s what we learned about the guy who Politico recently determined was “winning the 2020 Spouse Primary” and who could very well be the next person to occupy the East Wing of the White House.
On how he spends his time when Pete’s out on the campaign trail:
Peter: Crushing townhalls in SC
Chasten: staring out the window waiting for UberEats— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) March 23, 2019
On being recognized in public:
Need to work on my chill because every supporter that approaches from behind in an airport has me like pic.twitter.com/guTiKBt1hv
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) March 28, 2019
On being recognized on Twitter:
“Hey! I’ve seen you on Twitter. Aren’t you someone’s husband or something?” pic.twitter.com/X06jQgEP5p
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) March 22, 2019
On his childhood obsession with Harry Potter:
Wish I had known when I was ten and other kids were making fun of my Harry Potter obsession I could’ve said “yeah, well someday @thehill is going to think this is very important!” https://t.co/UF0Pc6TKEX
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) March 17, 2019
On having his picture taken by complete strangers:
This new exposure can be very weird, and I’m not sure if I’ll ever get used to teenagers taking pictures of me and then running away giggling when I look up and see them pointing their phones at me. This is why I can no longer smell deodorants at Target. They’re always watching.
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) March 20, 2019
On the closure of a local Taco Bell:
So many memories. So many stomachaches. https://t.co/MoQQyQtub2
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) March 7, 2019
On Elizabeth Warren:
“9 to 5” just started playing in this restaurant and I excitedly turned around to see if @ewarren was walking in.
Sigh. She was not.
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) February 26, 2019
On his husband’s annoying yet endearing habits:
“Ooh! ____ is on sale at ____” is really just your husband’s way of saying “please pick up ____ when you go into town.”
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) March 3, 2019
On not being the mayor:
At the drive-thru
Kid hands me my food: you’re the mayor?!
Other kid: no that’s his HUSBAND!
*both look at me disapprovingly* pic.twitter.com/u8MJBAOaJ4— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) March 18, 2019
On trips to Target:
Lies I’ll tell myself today pic.twitter.com/a8YPUdHfCU
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) March 27, 2019
On buying drapes:
“Oh, and can you pick up some new drapes?”
Help. pic.twitter.com/ddfTMgGhUO
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) February 23, 2019
On Girl Scouts cookies:
Well, twist my arm… pic.twitter.com/arYE0gcSem
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) March 1, 2019
On people asking him to pass messages along to his husband:
when the message starts with “you should tell your husband” pic.twitter.com/o0s2h14gSb
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) March 25, 2019
On people who want to criticize his “lifestyle”:
When the message is about your “lifestyle” pic.twitter.com/AUgoAxqTdl
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) March 31, 2019
On the importance of taking care of yourself:
Just a reminder that you should periodically log off of twitter, shut the TV off, go outside for a few minutes, and take a few deep breaths. Scream into the abyss if you want to, but just remember to take care of yourself.
— Chasten Glezman Buttigieg (@Chasten) February 27, 2019
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dwes09
Both likable, both apparently with sound ethics, neither with skeletons in their closets and Peter with more experience in government than Donald Trump: what’s not to like? Sadly, there are still 25% of our voters who believe God will loose tornadoes, floods, earthquakes and epidemics on out country if we elect a gay president.
Doubt they’ll be electable this cycle (though I would vote for them if they make it to the primary), but certainly they will have a long political career.
joseph_buscarino
I would have to agree, as much as I like the idea of this, I think we need to be realistic, the chances of getting a Gay president at least right now are fairly slim, its unfortunate but its the truth. I think we would better off focusing on a candidate that can actually get the Orange menace out of there.
nitejonboy
They are both so damn cute and intelligent. Which is why he doesn’t stand a chance in hell of getting elected in this god for saken country.
Aires the Ram
You are free to move to another country more to your liking. I’ll pay for the one-way plane ticket!
joseph_buscarino
Dont listen to him, Aires or whatever his name is aka The troll, is apparently super threatened by you or anyone else with a mind of their own, that he needs to fly you out of the country lol
Nosso Crankee
Aries the Ram : Aww, Sweetie, is it the menses AGAIN? Poor thing….
boymikefl
How exciting. Could the U.S. finally have our own official Queen?? White house full of cats?. Oh snap? He is gaining momentum.
GayEGO
Good for Pete to have the stamina to run for president.
Charlie in Charge
And donated. Happy to help them in their bid for the White House.