have thrown their hats into the ring. chuck schumer and bernie sanders have thrown support behind ellison. we have idea to hear of hispanic or lateen owes signal their interest for the job. bottom line, the party was not prepared for any of this at all. they need a game plan and need one fast. joining me now is likely going to be one of the people. it's congressman javier basera from the house democratic caucus. great to see you. >> great to be with you. >> let me start with the protests of the streets. is this -- plenty of democratic leaders said understand the protest, but don't do the violence. is this the time to protest or not? what is your message to the protesters? >> civic participation and