Real Time with Bill Maher

Ep. #533: Radley Balko, Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian

Jun 13, 2020
Radley Balko, an opinion journalist and policing expert, joins Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, a leading cardiologist and public health advocate, for a lively discussion. They tackle the complexities of police reform amidst the COVID-19 crisis, questioning the current strategies and emphasizing community-focused solutions. The conversation shifts to the obesity epidemic, where Mozaffarian highlights the urgent need for better nutrition and government action. Larry Wilmore and Matt Welch add comedic insights on Hollywood's cultural responses and the bizarre behaviors observed during the pandemic.
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INSIGHT

Police System Corruption

  • Policing in America needs significant reform due to systemic corruption.
  • If police systems cannot remove bad actors, they are inherently flawed.
ANECDOTE

Camden Police Reform

  • Camden, New Jersey, successfully rebuilt its police department.
  • They abolished the union, retrained officers, and saw improved community relations and lower crime rates.
ADVICE

Rethinking Policing Roles

  • Decriminalize drugs, remove police from schools, and reconsider traffic enforcement.
  • This reduces police presence, allowing higher pay for remaining officers focused on serious crime.
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