You’re really reaching if you have to call in YouTube to back your attack on Cruz.
Your really stuffing straw in the strawman if you imagine that to be an attack on Cruz.
I like Cruz.
In all fairness, Gil Ash is a highly respected Sporting Clays instructor.
The way Cruz is carrying is safe due to the gun being open, but you are not completely aware of where the muzzle is pointing, which is both a safety (when loaded) and courtesy (any other time) issue.