Beto O'Rourke held a 'running rally' through Manhattan, and we had to bike to keep up
O'Rourke laid out his new plan to protect LGBTQ rights in front of a crowd of about 80 supporters.
Some supporters ran with their kids in strollers.
The 70 degree, sunny morning was ideal for the jog.
O'Rourke chatted with supporters as they made their way up the Hudson River greenway.
O'Rourke told INSIDER he's "convinced" a Democrat will beat Texas Sen. John Cornyn in 2020, thanks in part to his efforts to turn Texas blue.
O'Rourke took questions from his fellow runners next to a LGBTQ memorial.
Emilio Nunez, 48, is originally from Texas. "I figured since it's a run in New York, there wouldn't be too many people." He said he'd vote for O'Rourke if the primary were held today.
Sofia Aluma, a 27-year-old project manager originally from Houston. "I really feel like [O'Rourke] has the charisma we need in a presidential candidate." Aluma said healthcare is her top issue. "I had a heart problem and Obamacare gave me the opportunity to finish school."
Holly Young, a 56-year-old registered independent and native Texan. "I don't like the direction my country's going in, I want someone who's a visionary and has empathy for all."
O'Rourke ended the event by taking a selfie with everyone who lined up for one.
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