Real Time with Bill Maher Ep. #586: Timothy Snyder, Bari Weiss, Rep. Ritchie Torres
Jan 22, 2022
Bari Weiss, an influential editor and commentator, joins Rep. Ritchie Torres, the first Afro-Latino LGBTQ member of Congress, for a lively discussion. They dive into the ongoing impacts of COVID-19 and the shifting political landscape post-January 6th. The duo dissect the Democratic Party's stance on crime and public safety, along with the cultural debates surrounding representation in media. Anti-Semitism and challenges to democracy also take center stage, all wrapped in sharp humor and personal anecdotes that keep the conversation engaging.
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Focus on System Over Policy
- Politicians are shifting from policy discussions to focusing on the political system itself.
- This is evident in the 57 people involved in the January 6th insurrection now running for office.
Disagreement on Facts
- A core problem is the lack of a shared factual basis.
- Both sides use terms like "big lie," but with opposing meanings.
Republicans Should Acknowledge Election Loss
- Republicans should admit the 2020 election loss for the sake of democracy.
- Staying in the "cocoon of the big lie" threatens the country's future.