Real Time with Bill Maher Ep. #540: Trey Gowdy, Wynton Marsalis
Aug 29, 2020
Trey Gowdy, former congressman known for the Benghazi investigation, shares insights on political accountability and polarization. Nina Burleigh, a political journalist, critiques election integrity amidst current scandals. Rick Wilson, co-founder of The Lincoln Project, discusses messaging strategies from the recent Republican Convention, emphasizing safety and public sentiment. Wynton Marsalis, celebrated jazz musician, promotes his new album 'The Ever Funky Lowdown' as a means to bridge societal divisions through creativity and dialogue.
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Benghazi Hearings
- Bill Maher questioned Trey Gowdy's newfound bipartisanship, highlighting his intense focus on the Benghazi hearings.
- Gowdy defended his approach, stating the first hearing was praised even by liberal commentators and emphasizing the limited number of public hearings.
Peaceful Transfer of Power?
- Trey Gowdy predicts a peaceful transfer of power if Trump loses, citing previous transitions.
- He believes Trump will leave office despite rhetoric suggesting otherwise.
RNC Effectiveness
- The panel discusses the effectiveness of the Republican National Convention, noting lower ratings than Biden's.
- Rick Wilson believes the convention's narrow focus and scare tactics failed to broaden Trump's base.
