There are definitely quite a few things I disagree with Bill on, but I respect the heck out of him. I feel he speaks for the majority of middle ground, common sense people.
@@marcusorealist You probably never watch CNN. Trump would not allow that. They actually have journalists instead of the "personalities" that Fox News employs. I have a question for you. Who won the 2020 election?
I love that there is such a fresh narrative about the issues in America. The comic relief is much appreciated. No one else is talking about these things from his angle. But sometimes he says things that are a bit too dark for me, or just plain out gross
I love Bill Maher. He can anger me sometimes, and I don't always agree with him. But he always makes me think! I always come out learning something while laughing! American classrooms need more teachers like Bill Maher!
He is vital to turning the mirror on the Democrats in their enabling of the Woke / Far Left influence ( and "stupid" ideas ) that his fellow Liberals have been too cowardly to deal with. And his calling out the Right for BS is good, too. He has the kind of spine the nation needs. He also has some very, very lame moments where he hasn't "researched", is not sounding bright, not on point. Megyn Kelly called out HIS BS on Trump where Bill's vacuous passion ( and laziness ) deserve derision. He, like all of us, has his hypocritical moments. I don't worship the guy, his "audience" does, and I can still walk-and-chew-gum in being grateful for his strong voice as well as recent respectful nature towards "the other 1/2 of the country" that have their good reasons for not supporting the Left. He gets it and doesn't go down "The Deplorables" lane. That's more uniting than Biden ( or Hillary ).
Whether or not he corrects himself on the predictions on what the debate would be like, and his assertions that Biden "can do the job," will tell you how honest he's prepared to be with his audiences.
Bill, you changed my mother from a staunch, old-style Republican to an Independent because you raised her awareness. Yes, you have, you've changed some peoples' minds. Take the credit. You deserve it. (Granted, she was not a lunatic, but she needed to hear what you had to say.)
Bill is the most authentic real person in media! Yes we are lucky to live in the Country! Yes, let’s not get divorced. Yes, let’s talk, mingle and not be in a silo. I thought I was a republican, but I don’t recognize the party now. I was a “anyone but Hillary,” woman. Now I belong to Bill’s tribe! Keep talking and sharing, teaching us how to keep open lines of communication and making us laugh at ourselves!
@@RF-IIIComedians have played the role of truth-tellers throughout history. For example, court jesters were often the only person a king or queen could trust to tell them the harsh truth, as everyone else in the court was a yes-man. Jesters could get away with a lot. Many other cultures have had similar roles working close to the ruler. I agree that comedians aren’t journalists - I don’t think the OP said they are though.
@@Logic_Bum That takes me back to growing up loving a lot of comedians or comic actors in Ireland/UK. It was a little later before got into more political American ones like Bill Hicks or George Carlin. There is a certain 'truth' in their comedy that just hits.
We've become a nation full of selfish people who care more about our identity politics then we do about actual problems people face. There is a housing crisis going on in our country. Homes are half a million dollars and rent is rapidly rising to unprecedented price. How are we addressing this issue? We're not. Nothing is being done. While we're all scattering around fighting and flailing about ideology, the corporate sharks are circling around us.
That's exactly the problem we've become. *Reply to:* _"a nation full of selfish people who care more about our identity politics then we do about actual problems people face"_
I used to absolutely despise Bill. But after all these years I have come to appreciate him and to realize that my temperment is a great deal like mine. So perhaps my past feelings about him were merely a projection. I have good friends that I've had for years,but I've always been an acquired taste. Which is how I perceive Bill. So keep on going Bill. Say what you think even if you say stupid stuff😁
She should have known what was getting into, and the organizers must not have put a language ban on guests. He's done a lot of shows on the book tour where can't cuss.
Which is hilarious given that the name of the event was the "Aspen Ideas Festival." One would think that a requirement for hosting it is being comfortable with hearing a variety of opinions. That said, I thought her questions were fairly good.
I don’t think the interviewer - who is Tina Brown incidentally - is uncomfortable. It’s the famous British reserve. Of course, she probably doesn’t agree with all he sez, but I love him & I don’t agree with everything he sez either.
As a "conservative progressive," I find Bill Maher the most honest comedian, TV host and political personality in the American scene. Democrats should pay close attention to everything he says, and every now and then follow suit. Meanwhile, Trumplicans can go on hating him. It will not "...make America great again..." but it could make Grandpa Joe keep his seat in November, which for all intents and purposes sounds good enough. Signed: A Normie.
I do not like Trump. I agree with Bill Maher. It is possible. The more you research, the deeper you go you see it is not about party, it is about corrupt people in high places
How @@jeffreywillstewartare people anything but fiscally conservative and socially liberal in 2024 especially in this economy where milk and gas r 6 dollars a gallon and 25 percent of gen z identify as lgbtq Plus
@@darcie528always follow the money that's why half Americans r baffled how Biden is not impeached wen if it was trump with 20 LLCs that just took in millions to family members and as young as the four year old granddaughter was in on one of the LLCs and didn't provide any service other than the being related to the vice president at the time
@@morbidmanmusicwe all have our own "sky daddies", some are very present and others are absent . The one's with their own books and the readers are more vocal and insistent in pushing their views onto everyone else and don't like it when you disagree with them.
Agreed. I'm a Christian & it's almost embarrassing when he speaks & behaves in a way thats more Christ-like than those who have the gall to claim they are followers of Jesus Christ. If they are- they obviously have a different- aka- FALSE- version of Jesus Christ. (BOTH sides of the aisle)
Bill has it right: the reason that I (and many others) like him is that he doesn't pull any punches. He will take a swing at either side, if he thinks they earned it. I don't always agree with him, but I admire that about him.
@@michaelweber5702 In what way do you believe Bill's lost his critical thinking? Because he criticizes the silliness that comes from BOTH sides, rather than saying the Left (my side) is 100% perfect and the Right is 100% awful? Isn't recognizing your own side's flaws what critical thinking is all about? Please explain where you're coming from. *Reply to:* _"And Bill is a good example of one losing his critical thinking ..."_
Bill is one of the most brilliant political comedians of all time while being down to earth and speaking in a way relatable to most. He is on top of all the important issues with well thought out opinions that are built on facts and logic and common sense. His anger is appropriate and warranted without bitterness. And he just keeps getting better. He is my #1 celebrity crush and is he ever decided to run for any office, he has my vote. P.S. his book is great
if you leave hate alone, what the hell would you do??? work on your dreams??? have a life that's filled with all the beautiful colours without the magic mushrooms!
Why is HATE a predominant theme in our culture? First and foremost, everyone acts like they're a tough guy (or girl) on the Internet. A bully is in actuality a coward, and there's no bully like the "hidden bully" when it comes to cowardice!
Because they need worth like everyone does, but they don't have it with anyrhing else. They are missing something that is largely satisfying to them so they have unfortunately filled it with partisan politics.
He knows what HE knows and through HIS lens. I like Bill but he goes off the rails when he states "student protests support Hamas". Shame on you, Bill. They are protesting the PALASTINIAN CIVILIANS!
Same here.. I agree with a good 89% of what he says but When It comes to Palestine and Israel, I think he is a little biased, due to his Jewish blood. He of all pp should be able to OPEN his mind and understand ALSO the Palestine situation, not be so blindingly CLOSED and regurgitate the same BS that The politicians of ISRAEL are saying...."you can kill the people but YOU WOULD NEVER BE ABLE TO KILL the Idea".. His own words exactly back few years, were he admitted that there is not way BY KILLING then we can end it... That is EXACTLY what Israel is doing now. ....That and the fact that he does not believe in God..
She's a terrible interviewer. I understand she needs to moderate a direction but the way she tries to cut in on so many of his answers is extremely distracting.
On the contrary, she let him drone on a few too many times with hardly any questions about opposing counterpoints, especially concerning presidential pardons.
As a constitutional conservative Christian who always votes Republican (since I could never in good faith vote Democrat), I disagree a lot with Bill (on Trump, the 2020 election, abortion, mockery of faith, etc.). However, I do appreciate that he actually discusses things. Most on the left will not. They will not hear any view besides their own.
I wont deny Bill Maher makes some well-needed points in the conversation that are just about as honest as you can get. He's broken more ground than I can say. And I've watched him since the beginning of "Real Time" My issue with him still remains- He can be a smug dick. Forgive my own honesty, but I think we could use more kindness in the world. This interviewer is asking well-crafted questions and is pivoting every time Bill bulldozes past her. Despite this, shes patient with him and continues to praise his perspective. And yet Bill interrupts her throughout and insults the audience. Just like on his podcast "Club Random" on "The View" he points out something is a joke when the laughter doesn't roar like he wants, insisting people are too sensitive. Maybe so, man, but there's better ways to react when your attempt doesn't land with the world. As much as Bill calls out the ego of his adversaries, I'd encourage him to remember he has his own. We all do. The goal is to use it but also keep it in check. Humble yourself mate. You're no better than the rest of us.
Are you American? This sounds like a very British or French opinion...I agree, tentatively, however I think that's just his genius, millionaire personality. Still the most sensible person on TV.
True. But he’s quite a bit braver. That said I concur with your points. He’s a bit thin skinned and cantankerous for a courageous critic isn’t he? A unique soul.
Yep, he can be all that. It really annoys me sometimes, but often - I kinda get it. First off, he's a comedian. 😅 Aside from ranting kinda being part of his brand, it's also just hard not to sound pompous when you're that intelligent, creative, well informed, and therefore PISSED OFF about all the idiocy going on. But, yeah, he can be rude and self centered and interruptive and callous and excessive. Sometimes that's fine, and sometimes - Bill, just rein in that massive ego, dude... Still love the guy though, and I'm glad we at least still *have* fearless voices like his calling out all the bullshit out there...
@@blackblake3658 Every person that is public no matter the job, entertainer or politician get death threats, and im sure some in ordinairy jobs do too.
One last comment, I promise (and it's obvious anyway by now) but sometimes people don't necessarily vote FOR a candidate as much as they vote AGAINST the other one, so best not to assume fandom on the part of any voter.
You want to truly know how Americans are doing? Talk to people like me who did everything I was supposed to and paid my own way till my body gave out in my 40s. I started paying taxes at 13 and started voting at 18...now I'm 50 and wondering will I eat today or pay the electric bill 🤔 I don't blame Biden or Trump, I blame the congress for looking down on the ones that make them rich. Us peasants!!! SHAMELESS GREED
As a fellow writer, I very much appreciate Bill's latest book and his work on the last part of the show, Last Word. Brilliant, provocative stuff. Now that Kamala Harris is the candidate and should she win, I would not be surprised if Biden takes the heat and pardons T. I don't want it to happen, and he certainly deserves to go to prison for a long time. But the country is so damn polarized, I think we all just need to find a way to get back to NORMAL. Normal would be nice.
She does not like most of what Bill is saying. But she did browse through his book, credit given. Still, couldn't be more awkward of an interviewer, at least for this guest.
Liked this except that Bill should have said at the end, "no, the only vote that will count is a vote for Biden". No write-ins, no 3rd party both are a wasted vote.
Bill Maher makes sense of our F-up world and, at the same time, makes me laugh, think, and hope. What else is there? It was an excellent interview-chairs, not so much.
It's true. Hate is contagious and addictive, like a dangerous drug. Especially when violence in movies, video games, and TV has been pushed as all the rage for decades; and more recently on social media.
I learned from my own life experience that the only way anyone changes - for lack of a better word - on politics OR religion is if they do it themselves. Just by standing back and asking questions abt things they grew up believing, where once they'd never ask them. Gaining objective footing to build more informed viewpoints.
Hearing Bill saying that Trump is probably going to win sends shivers down my spine. The thought of a lying narcissist getting the keys to the Whitehouse again is beyond me and says so much about the level America has sunk to. We over here in Europe looked to you for guidance, support and having the feeling that America might not be perfect, but it has got it's finger on the pulse. That has all been blown up.
Maybe our problem is that we look up to the US for guidance? Maybe a country with death penalty and without accessible healthcare should look up to us more.
@@cioccolateriaveneziana Well said, and of course that should be the case. My point however was just to show what kind of damage one narcissist can do in just a few years. Absolutely destroying the moral fabric of, not just one party, but also 50% of the population. It’s shocking that no matter what he’s done, they all still dance to his tune. Absolutely appalling 🤮
@@robertw.1499 Yes, it will be awful. But I agree with Bill that life won't change much for the most. (It will change for those sentenced to death - Trump merrily signed execution orders even on the last day in office in 2021. It will change for soldiers, depending on what crazy idea comes to his head. Or for state employees if he decides to blackmail the Congress by not paying wages to postal workers etc.) We'll survive. His presidency had even one positive effect on Europe: thanks to his protectionism, the negotiations of the scandalous Transatlantic Trade Pact were halted. He damaged American interests there but he unintentionally helped us.
It's a possibility for sure especially since he's reorganized the GOP into an army of goons that will bend any rule at his whim. The good news is that 8 years ago, NYers were the only ones who had been hearing him whine for years and were just sick of him. Now a lot more of the country is just as fatigued and just want him to shut up and go away.
My high school education was a joke in the 70s and it was a Catholic High School. Grammar school and college is where I got my education. Since the majority of the country only has a high school education, the US is in trouble. A republic needs an educated electorate! Mike
I had a decent enough education, but was very unsuited to being in class. So much of it was simply reciting by rote. I think your High School is the equivalent of our Secondary schools where finish around age 17 before going onto college. By that point should really know *how* to learn, which is what is missing with so many. We had a civics class only once or twice a week, while had English and Irish classes daily, and French and German classes 3 times a week. Most of those languages have done nothing for me in the intervening 30 years since finished school, but a lot of what learning in civics has helped me a lot more, in particular with critical thinking. That is something I see as being the biggest thing lacking from so so many people these days.
I wish we could have seen the size of the audience (and age group). Bill wasn't getting good "vibes" from the audience. But the audience in "Real Time" usually has a couple regular howlers (staff?) to add laughter in the background.
Ppl are in PTSD from the pandemic whether we admit it or not. I don’t think ppl even know why they are angry. We are just still unwinding from the pandemic. It was a world event and over a ml ppl in America died. We think we have moved on but the world was traumatized, the world tried to figure out how to respond as dead bodies were packed in semi-truck coolers. America could not dispose of the bodies fast enough.
As a friend explained to me, vote libertarian so they can get above the 5% of votes cast line so they will qualify for matching campaign funds, an account that has grown to hundreds of millions, which will give that candidate the money to compete in a national campaign. Then we will have a situation where two parties have to combine platforms to beat a/the third party!!
