Andy Beshear wants Americans to emulate the Good Samaritan, not Trump

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear spoke about his new book, Go and Do Likewise, at Anderson’s Bookshop on Oct. 5. During the event, Beshear discussed his vision for a post-Trump America, using the Gospel parable of the Good Samaritan to advocate for neighborly care over political polarization.

Beshear told a crowd of approximately 150 people that Americans can move beyond current divisions by remembering that neighbors are not internal enemies. He drew on his experiences leading Kentucky through natural disasters to illustrate how citizens can support one another during crises.

Kentucky activist Hadley Duvall joined Beshear for an hourlong conversation regarding the book, which addresses the intersection of faith and politics.