Real Time with Bill Maher Ep. #500: Allan Lichtman, Dr. Debra Soh
Jun 22, 2019
Dr. Debra Soh, a PhD in sexual neuroscience and commentator on gender issues, joins the discussion with insights into gender identity and the complexities of gender dysphoria in children. Liz Mair, chief strategist of the Swamp Accountability Project, dives into political dynamics and the implications of misinformation within campaigns. The conversation also humorously critiques the influence of celebrity culture in politics, suggesting unlikely candidates like Oprah Winfrey, while tackling societal norms around toxic masculinity and evolving gender perceptions.
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Impeachment Impact
- Impeachment hearings could negatively impact Trump's re-election chances, according to Allan Lichtman.
- Lichtman's 13 Keys model suggests impeachment could trigger other negative keys, like a contested nomination.
Candidate Selection
- Democrats should rethink their strategy of picking centrist, establishment candidates.
- Electability is unpredictable, so focus on exciting and inspiring candidates.
Infighting Impact
- Infighting within the party out of power does not negatively affect their election chances, unlike the party in power.
- This is because infighting in the ruling party reflects on their governance.
