I'm impressed with Larry King's interviewing technique. He lets his guest finish his thoughts, doesn't interrupt or cut off the guest the way Stephen Colbert did with Bill Maher on his interview.
Larry King IMO, was/is the best interviewer ever! He has the ability to put a person in a comfortable situation where they will talk openly and freely. It's a talent that often is unrecognized.
I'm as right wing as they come, but I always respect liberals who know the issues even when I disagree with them. Bill is not a hollywood ignoramus like Rober Deniro and 90% of the others. He's into this stuff
You do know he's half Jewish, don't you? You see, knowing your subject matter actually counts. Just because he doesn't agree with Israel on issues like settlements or other ways they segregate the Palestinians doesn't make him a "Zionist". If you actually did your homework you would know that the Israelis have created a situation that is basically what South African apartheid looked and acted like. Did you agree with apartheid?
So you like apartheid. Good to know. That's your belief in jesus but others don't. Do you really believe that out of all the gods that have been created here on earth (over 2000) that yours is the correct one? The muslims believe they're correct just like the jews do. Have you ever stopped to think that where you're born determines which god you believe in? Probably not. Religion will be the downfall of the human race and we have people like you to thank for that.
That's fine, mate. But you speak for yourself and yourself alone. Just like how what Bill Maher said doesn't speak for the lot or even vast majority of us.
You DO understand that saying "his knowledge on American politics is second to none" means that no one knows more about American politics than he does, correct? That is absurd. Second to none means that no one knows more. Again, absurd. You're not intelligent enough to warrant another reply so bye bye now, jonjo. Bye bye.
Since writing that a year ago the country has become much worse because of the mueller report and how Barr and Trump falsely clears himself of everything. That caused the complete change of the Republicans to become those tea baggers and now the right is crazier that’s evert.
@Einstein was a global socialistand I should be able to criticize those beliefs and expect believers to keep their beliefs in their pants and separate from government
A white man that speaks truthfully and unbiased about America etc love it...As a minority I dont want favoritism just honesty and respect no more no less
Over my dead body. As a minority in North America and every damn country I've lived in since bracing this planet and as a former huge Maher fan, who's supported Maher and backed him since eternity, it's a shame he's gone from being mildly edgy to selling his soul to the establishment and democratic party. Give me a f'k break. What a joke.
Bill Maher is a humanist, a realist, a cynic, but also extremely intelligent, well spoken and bold. He is not a "paid shill" or mouthpiece for any individual, group or institution. He cares about stuff that matters to thinking people
Nike, naahhh it's much more fun being told to shut up!! Lol I will never shut up.... who on tv does NOT care about money and ratings? So why don't YOU shut up.
There is quite a lot that he says that is not completely true and he seems to be concentrated on ad hominem attacks more then actual discussions. Furthermore, most of his ideas are assertions.
Jeremy McGrath Well, facts and data. I don’t really know. We are told many things from birth to adulthood that are not true, but Bill is open to discussions. I think.
While Bill isn't always on point about every issue (who is), he does make a lot of good observations about the world. I find it quite hypocritical and absurd that so many people have this unrealistic standard for others, but simultaneously keep their blinders on regarding their own intellectual and moral prowess. I see a lot of nuance, yet so many are ready to divide into tiny niche categories. Open mindedness will always be a more admirable quality to me than rigid traditionalism. Bill Maher strikes me as one who does value progress (overall) and is in tune with most of the world around him. He lacks some perspective at times, but again, who doesn't.
Yes but about Jesus he has some facts wrong, Jesus died in 37 AD (was born in 4 AD died when he was 33yo ) and Paul saw the resurrected Jesus in person , Jesus even blinded him ....after that his radical views on christianity (he used to stone christians to death) changed dramatically ...if you know orthodox Jews like the Haredi Jews , trying to change their views on their religion and covenant with Yahweh would be close to impossible in those times it would get you killed , something real had to happen to Paul
@Y B you know a lot of Jews that think Jesus Christ lived and was a real person and don't hate him but a lot of Jews who understand the construct of Jesus Christ read up they realized that he was written about in order to quell the Rebellion in Jerusalem there was a large Rebellion there that needed to be put down and somebody in a very powerful family called the Flavians decided to create this new Messiah and they felt like that if they made him someone to follow who was peaceful and loving that it would at least slow down the violence In Jerusalem at the time if you read how it all came about you will find that the story of Jesus Christ was just that it was a story I mean think about it how much do you know or how much could you write about anything that happened 40 years prior I mean come on if you get 10 people in a room and repeat the same sentence in 5 minutes the story will change. So how accurate do you think the gospels were or how accurate you think all the details of his life work do some research and you'll find that the story of Jesus Christ is a myth and that is all.
From an English born 73 year old man who now lives in the Netherlands, and also lived in Washington DC in the mid sixties, and who lived in the smame apartment block as Ronald Reagan and sat near him in the swimming pool.< apologies if that is a bit rambling; it's just to set up my context. I want to explain to Americans that their use and understanding of the word "socialist" is nothing like that of Europeans in general. Europe in general is not socialist. The backbone of their culture and economies is private enterprise. Via taxation some state money is used in some aspects of the economy, namely health and infrastructure. The make up of state aid varies from country to country. In spite of the EU, "Europe" as the Americans often label it, is a non existent entity. there are constant moves afoot to integrate it further, but these are and will be problematic. It is clearly difficult for example, to see Germany and Greece as equal members in the same club. So Europe in general is not "socialist". Depending on electoral results more or less of the economy may or may not have state subsidy. For confirmation, just check any list of European companies. And by the way, this is being written in the country that had the first stock exchange. I chose this posting to explain this as Bill Maher sometimes uses the term socialist Europe, which is misleading. I enjoy Maher, and wouldn't wish ro undermine him. This "socialist Europe" misunderstanding is commonplace in the US. Another important perception from the standpoint of European people is that politics in the US is heavily idealogically based, whereas European countries tend to be more pragmatic. The political choice in European countries is also more extensive. For example, in the last round of general elections in the Netherlands, one could choose from around 40 parties. In view of that it is perhaps not surprising that I find the US and the UK (which effectively also has a 2 party system) the least democratic of all the democracies. Their systems are therefore urgently in need of reform. For example, David Cameron, ex UK Prime Minister, had absolute power in the House of Commons with approx. 36% of the vote. Likewise Trump had approx 3m less votes than Clinton. Well, it doesn't need an Einstein to figure out that there's something wrong here !!! I hope any readers find this informative. I like to think I have no axe to grind; I do not always vote for the same party; but I am a concerned citizen who feels the democratic world is in a bit of a perilous state at the moment. Brian Fenwick Oosterbeek, the Netherlands. PS Can't resist the opportunity to plead for a correct pronunciation. As someone who lives within a few kilometers of a museum choc full of van Goghs, I am frequently up close and personal with a great many of his paintings. so I have to say to Americans in general, there is no such person as van Go. His name is van Ggggghhhhhog. Look up the pronunciation via the internet. PPS The US is goverrned, or if that is too strong, heavily influenced by it's corporations.
Hanny Fenwick you're right about everything, especially that we (the US) is in dire need of election reform. The Van Gogh thing was unnecessary. We don't attack the English for largely ignoring the R consonant ;] all in good fun, of course.
Tell that to American rightists that go into hysterics about "evil European socialism". Many progressives here look to places like Norway as a model for a capitalistic nation tempered by democratic socialism. If you want Americans to learn something, tell rightists that we are not communists just because we want progressive policies.
I live in a country that's had both FPP and proportional representation, and PR has an equally perverse outcome in many elections where a small party becomes kingmaker and thus exercises hugely outsize sway over policy (New Zealand). It's also a little less stable (Italy), and in a list system, can enable political parties to be completely dominated by their backroom operators (Everywhere). So IMO, theres not necessarily a need for reform of the actual voting system at all. Tweaks to their existing formulae would suffice. Re: Europe's socialism, if you define socialism as state ownership of the economy, then no, Europe isn't socialist. If you define it as control of the economy or widespread redistribution, you should probably conclude that large parts of Europe are socialist. Particularly thinking France, Belgium, Greece, the Nordic countries, etc. When government is spending over 50% of GDP, which is the case in those countries, it's hard to argue that the government doesn't have widespread control over the economy, right? Seeing as they directly control an absolute majority of national income, and that's excluding the influence they wield through regulation? Also IIRC Conservatives + UKIP handily beat Labour + Lib Dems, yes? It's remarkable how many champions of PR for the UK disappear when they realise UKIP pulled 10% in 2015.
Thanks to all the above for your clearly knowledgeable responses. A few responses to the responses. In order. Not liking van Go is not intellectual snobbery; I shudder at the thought. It just sounds ridiculous, and is uneccessary. I didn't understand the omission of the R consonent. As far as I know I pronounce all my R's. There are differences of course in English usage twixt the US and UK. Have no problem with that; in fact sometimes I prefer the American way. I have Websters and Oxford dictionaries. As for PR agin FPP, of course they are plusses and minuses on both sides. I think it's a question of which is the least worst. In the case of the UK Cameron's 36% shouldn't have given him an overall majority in the House of commons. Likewise, there's no way Humpty Trumpy (
I absolutely agree with most of what Bill Maher has to say. For me that is rare. Hats off to HBO for keeping Bill Maher on the air for as long as they have. I appreciate Bill Maher's ability to demonstrate the sheer absurdity of the Republican Party and its supporters as a whole. The fact that a segment of our population is irrational with no sense of accountability is a notion that is commented on by Bill Maher on a regular basis.
@Harry. B. Renner. jr. Yes! "They" took Carlin out because he was getting a little to close. Funny how totalitarianism always rises to the top, over and over again throughout history. Currently it's on the rise again, sadly.
James Lee I just found one name that kept coming up. Martin Gore, That one is super freaky. To be frank, I thought you were kinda nutty till I thought about it. Do you have other names?
"Good noW!"®,B"H. He misses the point of Royalty. Why are there trees, flowers, grass? Each has its own part to play. None is superior. We are in G-'ds world. Respect is due to all as Royalty not weeds. That's why we need Royalty & trees & to know there is a rule of Law, a High Court, to set the example we must follow. It's not about ID, jealousy them vs me! It's about purpose how i serve G-d's purpose that recognises you are subjects of the true King by living up to the standards He expects us to emulate, as He does Who sets the laws of nature in their place as He has since the day of Creation, each ordained from that moment to their place! Ask yourself do you accept the word of G-d or not? If you do then live up to His expectation of you as one who serves in G-d's realm. We all have an equal part to play as king or trees & others in their own way, each as important as the next. Accept your part & live it!
@@jyaacovmyers2318 "The most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will, ......". Daniel 4:7. " I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For Kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty." 1 Timothy 2:1-2. Obviously we aren't praying as we should.
Loved this. Two people who one could disagree with, and still remain friends. People who can change their minds because they allow themselves to be swayed by a good counter-argument. People who don’t put their ideas into concrete. People who have a degree of doubt about their convictions; they think something, but they may be wrong, and the other person may be right, and they have the confidence to admit that out loud. Believable people.
I've been watching Bill for over 30 years and I've always agreed with 99% of his philosophy/comedy...but I can enjoy his commentary and maintain my Christian faith.
That's because so many people think militant atheism is mainstream atheism. Militant atheists claim there is no god and no afterlife, which is as much a factually absent belief as any religion. Mainstream atheists don't claim an absence of god or an afterlife, they point out the fallacies in religious arguments to show that there is no conclusive evidence pointing to their existence, which is a totally different line of thought.
I have never come across the term main stream or Militant atheists anywhere in Europe, we are just atheists. It isn't even an issue no one even even talks about it here but here on the internet it is discussed a lot more. it must be a concept in the very religious US. Atheists do not believe there are any gods its that simple.
Larry King is proof of the scientific truth that people who have heart problems at a younger age tend to live longer because they look after themselves better
I love how much respect you can see between them. Bill really makes Larry laugh even though they don't see eye to eye on many issues. At least they can have a conversation. Although, Larry is just a listener and hardly inserts his personal opinion into interviews.
I am a Muslim and I think Bill is absolutely right about how we treat people who criticise our religion. Which is completely wrong even in the context of our own religion. A religion that encourages the acquisition of knowledge and asking questions should not treat people who criticise logically like that. The same is true regarding the apostates and how Muslims perceive them
It took me 20 seconds to realize that it was an old video, i was so excited about the O'Reilly vs Stewart debate 2018. I know Reilly is an offensive bastard and should not be allowed in society anymore but with this President, we do need an old smart and elocuent conversation about people who cares about the country
Thank you YOU TUBE for sharing these videos with us!! I appreciate it very much & can remember what I saw, by watching it again! Not always easy for me to find at times !
Love the way Bill takes on issues logically on an individual basis backed by fact. He makes so much sense by being humorous and honest. An important voice in America.
You can’t help but respect Maher. He has been doing a talk show for ages now and yeah, he is pretty jaded on some issues; for a guy that takes baseball so seriously he sure doesn’t have ANY respect for the world of bicycle racing but that is no surprise being an American. I really like the fact that he generally knows enough to form a decent opinion on just about anything but isn’t so rigid like some people in entertainment that are so fond of fame and celebrity to where they think it makes them a better person because people know who they are. I like his show and his ‘no BS’ personality, in that way he reminds me of the late, great George Carlin and somewhat of Dennis Miller but he hasn’t turned into as much of a curmudgeon as Miller.
A funny moment during this interview at 7:12, what do you think of the prophet? Bill immediately changes gears and avoids the question, Bill switches from Mohammad to Jesus in a split second, and that’s out fear.
If you actually watched Billl before( I dont like him but I have), you would know that he has commentated and made jokes on that topic many times and rightfully has criticized the tenets of Islam as well
He is spot on, on Islam Anytime I ask my Muslim friends, is Getting killed or Beaten for drawing their prophet called for? They never say "it's never called for" Instead they start by saying: "Well if you think about it.." "While getting violent over that is wrong however..." " I mean imagine someone insults your mom...." Giving meaningless excuses for an atrocious crime...
I'm impressed with Larry King's interviewing technique. He lets his guest finish his thoughts, doesn't interrupt or cut off the guest the way Stephen Colbert did with Bill Maher on his interview.
Dusty Rose Colbert is just a failed actor. He is not an informed journalist. He has a staff of writers
Larry King IMO, was/is the best interviewer ever! He has the ability to put a person in a comfortable situation where they will talk openly and freely. It's a talent that often is unrecognized.
Well, no disrespect to Stephen and his style, but Larry King is Larry King
That’s what 60 years of interviewing people will do for you. He is the Gold standard
Stephen has about 6 minutes per segment. Larry has all the time he wants. 2 veeery different show formats, it's not a personality indicator
bill is very intelligent. I don't always like what he says , but I still like him. very smart.
I'm as right wing as they come, but I always respect liberals who know the issues even when I disagree with them. Bill is not a hollywood ignoramus like Rober Deniro and 90% of the others. He's into this stuff
You do know he's half Jewish, don't you? You see, knowing your subject matter actually counts. Just because he doesn't agree with Israel on issues like settlements or other ways they segregate the Palestinians doesn't make him a "Zionist". If you actually did your homework you would know that the Israelis have created a situation that is basically what South African apartheid looked and acted like. Did you agree with apartheid?
Phantasy Star I remember that game.
So you like apartheid. Good to know. That's your belief in jesus but others don't. Do you really believe that out of all the gods that have been created here on earth (over 2000) that yours is the correct one? The muslims believe they're correct just like the jews do. Have you ever stopped to think that where you're born determines which god you believe in? Probably not. Religion will be the downfall of the human race and we have people like you to thank for that.
That’s too easy, he’s probably a young man as he has homework on his mind. Bill Maher is smarmy.
I was raised Muslim for almost 27 years, im atheist now for 3+ years and I totally approve and confirm everything Bill said on Islam.
That's fine, mate. But you speak for yourself and yourself alone. Just like how what Bill Maher said doesn't speak for the lot or even vast majority of us.
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@@vicwaters87 I speak for myself when I say majority of muslims would appreciate if everyone who insults islam died today.
Thanks for letting us know. We were all wondering.
I am a conservative and I love Bill Maher different views but good dude
Same here
You don't really have different views, that's why.
I’m in the middle on politics, Bill doesn’t represent everything I believe either but he’s very fair and intelligent.
rick chambo u are to the right, not in the middle.
@Marshall Davis Eh I would say he is 3/4 left 1/4 right
Bill Maher is someone who always has his eyes open.
This is the type of guy you turn to for the truth.
Not always. He mostly denies the evil of the democratic party. And there are tons of evidence. Everyone is biased to a degree.
thank you Bill Maher for everything you do.
Bill Maher: one of the few intelligent men on television.
I would have said yes, if he wasn't a Hillary suporter
You are number 2. Your shadow is number 4.
@@nizar19611 what does that mean?
You meant "in America", yes?
I disagree on some things Maher says, but you have admit his knowledge on American politics is second to none.
Second to none? NONE? WHAT? That's utter nonsense.
Big Swing Face
What about ALL the current GOP.
You DO understand that saying "his knowledge on American politics is second to none" means that no one knows more about American politics than he does, correct? That is absurd. Second to none means that no one knows more. Again, absurd. You're not intelligent enough to warrant another reply so bye bye now, jonjo. Bye bye.
Jonjo Senna actually cristopher hitchens called him out for being fake!
Hitchens was wrong about Iraq. Just sayin'.
Bill Maher verbalizes everything I think. I appreciate someone who does their homework.
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Read more books, so you would be able to verbalize like him!
doubtful. you swallow everything he says more like it.
I love ❤️ him !
Since writing that a year ago the country has become much worse because of the mueller report and how Barr and Trump falsely clears himself of everything. That caused the complete change of the Republicans to become those tea baggers and now the right is crazier that’s evert.
"I've had this argument with Bob Costas."
"Yeah. Me too."
This is an exchange not many people will have.
On atheism vs religion: I prefer to have questions I can't answer than answers I can't question.
So very well put. Excellent.
@Einstein was a global socialistand I should be able to criticize those beliefs and expect believers to keep their beliefs in their pants and separate from government
YOU ARE SOO RIGHT!! QUESTIONS ARE A SIGN OF INTELLIGENCE!!!
you should cite your source when you quote someone
Damn that's succinct !
Thank you, Bill, Thank you, Larry
A white man that speaks truthfully and unbiased about America etc love it...As a minority I dont want favoritism just honesty and respect no more no less
I thought Bill was Jewish?
Bill’s nose looks like it’s made of rubber.
That's why his show is called 'Real Time with Bill Maher'. Because he's real AF.
I'm black and I wish I could pry levers..but alas I got rent to pay
Over my dead body. As a minority in North America and every damn country I've lived in since bracing this planet and as a former huge Maher fan, who's supported Maher and backed him since eternity, it's a shame he's gone from being mildly edgy to selling his soul to the establishment and democratic party. Give me a f'k break. What a joke.
so cool cut while larry tried to pull hard questions.
Honest, true too the point and kept it real. Glad I watched.
Bill Maher is a humanist, a realist, a cynic, but also extremely intelligent, well spoken and bold. He is not a "paid shill" or mouthpiece for any individual, group or institution. He cares about stuff that matters to thinking people
Call me lori
He cares about money and ratings shut up
Nike, naahhh it's much more fun being told to shut up!! Lol I will never shut up.... who on tv does NOT care about money and ratings? So why don't YOU shut up.
There is quite a lot that he says that is not completely true and he seems to be concentrated on ad hominem attacks more then actual discussions. Furthermore, most of his ideas are assertions.
Lori Crawford
He won't come clean about 9-11. So he's a big YUCK.
You dint have to love everything bill maher does or says, but you have to believe that he has balls to say and do what he does. And I respect that.
Love Maher! Glad someone is not completely oblivious to data and facts.
Jeremy McGrath
Well, facts and data. I don’t really know. We are told many things from birth to adulthood that are not true, but Bill is open to discussions. I think.
bill Maher is obviously a Democrat. smarmy and narcissistic and cannot accept that his party lost. nice to see the loony left eating their own.
Billy boy is.
While Bill isn't always on point about every issue (who is), he does make a lot of good observations about the world. I find it quite hypocritical and absurd that so many people have this unrealistic standard for others, but simultaneously keep their blinders on regarding their own intellectual and moral prowess. I see a lot of nuance, yet so many are ready to divide into tiny niche categories. Open mindedness will always be a more admirable quality to me than rigid traditionalism. Bill Maher strikes me as one who does value progress (overall) and is in tune with most of the world around him. He lacks some perspective at times, but again, who doesn't.
Well said.
Larry still killing it at this age. One of the best interviewers of all time
Bill Maher has very clear thoughts. Refreshing, compared to that whatever he is you people chose as your Head of State.
Love Bill and his bluntness.
Yes but about Jesus he has some facts wrong, Jesus died in 37 AD (was born in 4 AD died when he was 33yo ) and Paul saw the resurrected Jesus in person , Jesus even blinded him ....after that his radical views on christianity (he used to stone christians to death) changed dramatically ...if you know orthodox Jews like the Haredi Jews , trying to change their views on their religion and covenant with Yahweh would be close to impossible in those times it would get you killed , something real had to happen to Paul
@@Farsadelcatolicismo
Show me the birth certificate, tax rolls, any record at all.
Bill Maher is a genius man walking amongst us
What a fresh air in my ears, listening to Bill
"Jesus actually did live...I was there." -Larry King
@Doris Allison Deja Vu
@Doris Allison exactly but he's pushing his lie as if its fact. People think these people are smarter than average person no way this is b.s
@Y B you know a lot of Jews that think Jesus Christ lived and was a real person and don't hate him but a lot of Jews who understand the construct of Jesus Christ read up they realized that he was written about in order to quell the Rebellion in Jerusalem there was a large Rebellion there that needed to be put down and somebody in a very powerful family called the Flavians decided to create this new Messiah and they felt like that if they made him someone to follow who was peaceful and loving that it would at least slow down the violence In Jerusalem at the time if you read how it all came about you will find that the story of Jesus Christ was just that it was a story I mean think about it how much do you know or how much could you write about anything that happened 40 years prior I mean come on if you get 10 people in a room and repeat the same sentence in 5 minutes the story will change. So how accurate do you think the gospels were or how accurate you think all the details of his life work do some research and you'll find that the story of Jesus Christ is a myth and that is all.
Bill Maher is a very intelligent man and Larry king is a master interviewer, really miss Larry King live on CNN!
From an English born 73 year old man who now lives in the Netherlands, and also lived in Washington DC in the mid sixties, and who lived in the smame apartment block as Ronald Reagan and sat near him in the swimming pool.< apologies if that is a bit rambling; it's just to set up my context.
I want to explain to Americans that their use and understanding of the word "socialist" is nothing like that of Europeans in general. Europe in general is not socialist. The backbone of their culture and economies is private enterprise. Via taxation some state money is used in some aspects of the economy, namely health and infrastructure. The make up of state aid varies from country to country. In spite of the EU, "Europe" as the Americans often label it, is a non existent entity. there are constant moves afoot to integrate it further, but these are and will be problematic. It is clearly difficult for example, to see Germany and Greece as equal members in the same club.
So Europe in general is not "socialist". Depending on electoral results more or less of the economy may or may not have state subsidy. For confirmation, just check any list of European companies. And by the way, this is being written in the country that had the first stock exchange.
I chose this posting to explain this as Bill Maher sometimes uses the term socialist Europe, which is misleading. I enjoy Maher, and wouldn't wish ro undermine him. This "socialist Europe" misunderstanding is commonplace in the US.
Another important perception from the standpoint of European people is that politics in the US is heavily idealogically based, whereas European countries tend to be more pragmatic. The political choice in European countries is also more extensive. For example, in the last round of general elections in the Netherlands, one could choose from around 40 parties. In view of that it is perhaps not surprising that I find the US and the UK (which effectively also has a 2 party system) the least democratic of all the democracies. Their systems are therefore urgently in need of reform. For example, David Cameron, ex UK Prime Minister, had absolute power in the House of Commons with approx. 36% of the vote. Likewise Trump had approx 3m less votes than Clinton. Well, it doesn't need an Einstein to figure out that there's something wrong here !!!
I hope any readers find this informative. I like to think I have no axe to grind; I do not always vote for the same party; but I am a concerned citizen who feels the democratic world is in a bit of a perilous state at the moment. Brian Fenwick Oosterbeek, the Netherlands.
PS Can't resist the opportunity to plead for a correct pronunciation. As someone who lives within a few kilometers of a museum choc full of van Goghs, I am frequently up close and personal with a great many of his paintings. so I
have to say to Americans in general, there is no such person as van Go. His name is van Ggggghhhhhog. Look up the pronunciation via the internet.
PPS The US is goverrned, or if that is too strong, heavily influenced by it's corporations.
Hanny Fenwick you're right about everything, especially that we (the US) is in dire need of election reform. The Van Gogh thing was unnecessary. We don't attack the English for largely ignoring the R consonant ;] all in good fun, of course.
Tell that to American rightists that go into hysterics about "evil European socialism". Many progressives here look to places like Norway as a model for a capitalistic nation tempered by democratic socialism. If you want Americans to learn something, tell rightists that we are not communists just because we want progressive policies.
Hanny Fenwick after reading your post I'm sure I have absolutely come to the conclusion that the anglo-saxons really didn't send us their best.
I live in a country that's had both FPP and proportional representation, and PR has an equally perverse outcome in many elections where a small party becomes kingmaker and thus exercises hugely outsize sway over policy (New Zealand). It's also a little less stable (Italy), and in a list system, can enable political parties to be completely dominated by their backroom operators (Everywhere). So IMO, theres not necessarily a need for reform of the actual voting system at all. Tweaks to their existing formulae would suffice.
Re: Europe's socialism, if you define socialism as state ownership of the economy, then no, Europe isn't socialist. If you define it as control of the economy or widespread redistribution, you should probably conclude that large parts of Europe are socialist. Particularly thinking France, Belgium, Greece, the Nordic countries, etc.
When government is spending over 50% of GDP, which is the case in those countries, it's hard to argue that the government doesn't have widespread control over the economy, right? Seeing as they directly control an absolute majority of national income, and that's excluding the influence they wield through regulation?
Also IIRC Conservatives + UKIP handily beat Labour + Lib Dems, yes? It's remarkable how many champions of PR for the UK disappear when they realise UKIP pulled 10% in 2015.
Thanks to all the above for your clearly knowledgeable responses. A few responses to the responses. In order. Not liking van Go is not intellectual snobbery; I shudder at the thought. It just sounds ridiculous, and is uneccessary. I didn't understand the omission of the R consonent. As far as I know I pronounce all my R's. There are differences of course in English usage twixt the US and UK. Have no problem with that; in fact sometimes I prefer the American way. I have Websters and Oxford dictionaries.
As for PR agin FPP, of course they are plusses and minuses on both sides. I think it's a question of which is the least worst. In the case of the UK Cameron's 36% shouldn't have given him an overall majority in the House of commons. Likewise, there's no way Humpty Trumpy (
he spilled out some true words there and that makes me happy but the truth stinks in the world we live now.
I absolutely agree with most of what Bill Maher has to say. For me that is rare. Hats off to HBO for keeping Bill Maher on the air for as long as they have. I appreciate Bill Maher's ability to demonstrate the sheer absurdity of the Republican Party and its supporters as a whole. The fact that a segment of our population is irrational with no sense of accountability is a notion that is commented on by Bill Maher on a regular basis.
I'm subscribing to you because of Bill. And I'm muslim. What a world.
From the first time I watched Bill Maher on late night I thought WOW this man is so brilliant.
Like George Carlin, an individual thinker
Christopher Blake
He uses logic. There is so much misinformation.
@Harry. B. Renner. jr. Yes! "They" took Carlin out because he was getting a little to close. Funny how totalitarianism always rises to the top, over and over again throughout history. Currently it's on the rise again, sadly.
Nothing like george carlin. George carlin used to called liberal like bill maher white bourgeois liberals.
At 17:50 "we spend 100 times more on war than on the cure for cancer."
Look into how many cancer doctors have died in mysterious deaths.
James Lee I just found one name that kept coming up. Martin Gore,
That one is super freaky.
To be frank, I thought you were kinda nutty till I thought about it.
Do you have other names?
What a great interview. I’ve always enjoyed Maher’s comedy and his insight. He’s a thinker. Has his views but can rationally support them.
"Good noW!"®,B"H. He misses the point of Royalty. Why are there trees, flowers, grass? Each has its own part to play. None is superior. We are in G-'ds world. Respect is due to all as Royalty not weeds. That's why we need Royalty & trees & to know there is a rule of Law, a High Court, to set the example we must follow. It's not about ID, jealousy them vs me! It's about purpose how i serve G-d's purpose that recognises you are subjects of the true King by living up to the standards He expects us to emulate, as He does Who sets the laws of nature in their place as He has since the day of Creation, each ordained from that moment to their place! Ask yourself do you accept the word of G-d or not? If you do then live up to His expectation of you as one who serves in G-d's realm. We all have an equal part to play as king or trees & others in their own way, each as important as the next. Accept your part & live it!
@@jyaacovmyers2318 "The most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will, ......". Daniel 4:7. " I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For Kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty." 1 Timothy 2:1-2. Obviously we aren't praying as we should.
"I understand the neighborhood that Israel lives in" what a great quote.
Love Bill Maher and is his cavalier ease with common sense....He cuts through the BS with precision !!
Free speech is for the freedom to tell the truth.
Fee speech does NOT mean you can lie all you want without consequences.
No, this is not what that means
As a Disabled Black Man I Question anything this is a Great Review
Bill Maher talking truth on religions
It’s so comfortable to see a dialog between two truly intelligent people.
Love the Passion Bill Maher has. Wish i could come with the Heat like him!
Bill Maher right on point.
Bill maher for president ...someone who is smart enough for the job!!! Run bill please!!!
Bill is very intelligent and very interesting. It would be awesome if he ran. Mean while, I’ll just keep watching him coz I luv him!
Loved this. Two people who one could disagree with, and still remain friends. People who can change their minds because they allow themselves to be swayed by a good counter-argument. People who don’t put their ideas into concrete. People who have a degree of doubt about their convictions; they think something, but they may be wrong, and the other person may be right, and they have the confidence to admit that out loud.
Believable people.
Thanks Bill Maher. Say what you mean and mean what you say!
20 years more Bill. Love you for being you. You are great!
Great interview.
I love Bill Maher, I've always loved how he uses his 3rd eye. Kindred brother
I've been watching Bill for over 30 years and I've always agreed with 99% of his philosophy/comedy...but I can enjoy his commentary and maintain my Christian faith.
one of those conversations that should have gone on endlessly
atheism is a religion like not collecting stamps is a hobby!
atheism is more akin to a hobby group for hating and badmouthing various stamp collector hobby groups.
Richard Hedd has
by that logic anyone who doesn't make a comment to your comment belongs to a group who hate you. I doubt many people hate you.
That's because so many people think militant atheism is mainstream atheism. Militant atheists claim there is no god and no afterlife, which is as much a factually absent belief as any religion. Mainstream atheists don't claim an absence of god or an afterlife, they point out the fallacies in religious arguments to show that there is no conclusive evidence pointing to their existence, which is a totally different line of thought.
I have never come across the term main stream or Militant atheists anywhere in Europe, we are just atheists. It isn't even an issue no one even even talks about it here but here on the internet it is discussed a lot more. it must be a concept in the very religious US. Atheists do not believe there are any gods its that simple.
Bill is one smart cookie x
Bill! I love you man! Lets get a blunt. Oh my god, He is the only one who doesn't back down from a belief
Love Bill Maher. Can't get enough of him.
I never thought I would live to see the day when a white man would tell the truth about another it just don't happen bill you A credit to your race
I'm pretty sure something that isn't missing is white folks doing that.
"Good noW!"®,B"H. U r a racist!
My grandmother (God Rest her soul) loved Larry and I love Bill! Thank you God. I feel my Nina’s soul. 😄🙏👍 Love this!
Who's going to live longer, Larry King or Queen Elizabeth? Seems like Prince Charles will never get to be king and no one will ever get Larry's show.
Whomever has more access to adrenochrome harvesting.
"How can you negociate with a party that can't even agree with itself?"
Like how republicans cant decide if they are racist or not? Yea that part
Watching the Democrats falling apart during impeachment inquiry. Is that what you’re referring to?
Lol
Larry King is proof of the scientific truth that people who have heart problems at a younger age tend to live longer because they look after themselves better
I love how much respect you can see between them. Bill really makes Larry laugh even though they don't see eye to eye on many issues. At least they can have a conversation. Although, Larry is just a listener and hardly inserts his personal opinion into interviews.
BILL MAHAR For President. 🦅🇺🇸🦅
AS ALWAYS BILL MAHER IS ON THE MONEY WITH EVERY WORD THAT COMES OUT HIS MOUTH.
Love bill maher 💜
I'm a Muslim and i'm glad you said that .
Ye shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free. Maher clears away the noise in society to get to the truth.
Maher is hilarious 😂 gotta love the guy and his humor
Bill Maher, a great guy. love him
love him.
Love yah Larry King and Bill Maher!
I am a Muslim and I think Bill is absolutely right about how we treat people who criticise our religion. Which is completely wrong even in the context of our own religion. A religion that encourages the acquisition of knowledge and asking questions should not treat people who criticise logically like that. The same is true regarding the apostates and how Muslims perceive them
Love Bill Maher. smart and funny guy. hope he stays on HBO for many more years to come
It took me 20 seconds to realize that it was an old video, i was so excited about the O'Reilly vs Stewart debate 2018. I know Reilly is an offensive bastard and should not be allowed in society anymore but with this President, we do need an old smart and elocuent conversation about people who cares about the country
Shadow Marley It can't be an old video. He says "our new governor Gavin Newsom" who is the governor -elect.
Too short. We want more
Don Holborn 25 minuets Of nonsense is too short?...
Bill Maher makes more sense than anyone I have ever seen on TV.
Who, who else could civilize Bill Maher? Larry King is such an extraordinary man.
I wish Bill would make a *religulous 2* it is one of the best "documentaries" ever made.
Miss you Larry at 9pm CNN! Luv this too! Bill Maher is so interesting. Great interview.
what an amazing discussion!
Outstanding interview.
Nice to see a meaningful guest with a strong mind
Thank you YOU TUBE for sharing these videos with us!! I appreciate it very much & can remember what I saw, by watching it again! Not always easy for me to find at times !
Agree or disagree I feel you provoke people to think.. question and grow.. if they only have a brain.. 😂😂😂😂😂 thank you Larry and Bill!
Thanks for saying everything that goes in my head.
Your head must be empty.
some great comments from Bill Maher here. Its good to hear some honest reflection of our current system.
Love this guy! So real. Enjoyed finding out what makes him tick. Good interview. :-)
"I used to know the name of everybody in the US Senate", wow. Larry reveals his nerdy self, lol. Go Larry.
Bill is wayyy smarter than I thought he was. Very interesting conversation.
Love Bill.
Love the way Bill takes on issues logically on an individual basis backed by fact. He makes so much sense by being humorous and honest. An important voice in America.
King to Maher: "you're a critic of Fox News"? Thanks for that good laugh Larry.
Drumpf has a very dark soul. It exudes out of him all the time. Sad !
Bill maher saved my life.
You can’t help but respect Maher. He has been doing a talk show for ages now and yeah, he is pretty jaded on some issues; for a guy that takes baseball so seriously he sure doesn’t have ANY respect for the world of bicycle racing but that is no surprise being an American. I really like the fact that he generally knows enough to form a decent opinion on just about anything but isn’t so rigid like some people in entertainment that are so fond of fame and celebrity to where they think it makes them a better person because people know who they are. I like his show and his ‘no BS’ personality, in that way he reminds me of the late, great George Carlin and somewhat of Dennis Miller but he hasn’t turned into as much of a curmudgeon as Miller.
Thank You Bill
TELL EM BILLY....
Comedian Bill Maher has greater knowledge and intellect than president Trump.
by a long shot...not even on the same planet.
So does my dog.
Give Bill more credit;
it isn't difficult to be smarter than trump.
Isaac Mamora True. But who doesn’t???
Comparing Bill Maher to Trump is like comparing Einstein to an evil psycho with down syndrome!
Trump jr......
Bill Maher : "I think you can prove it." a statement used by a totally intelligent unbiased person.
Love these guys
A funny moment during this interview at 7:12, what do you think of the prophet? Bill immediately changes gears and avoids the question, Bill switches from Mohammad to Jesus in a split second, and that’s out fear.
If you actually watched Billl before( I dont like him but I have), you would know that he has commentated and made jokes on that topic many times and rightfully has criticized the tenets of Islam as well
He is spot on, on Islam
Anytime I ask my Muslim friends, is Getting killed or Beaten for drawing their prophet called for?
They never say "it's never called for"
Instead they start by saying:
"Well if you think about it.."
"While getting violent over that is wrong however..."
" I mean imagine someone insults your mom...."
Giving meaningless excuses for an atrocious crime...
They're stuck back in the time where Christianity was before the Reformation era. Salem witch trial times.