Real Time with Bill Maher Ep. #508: Samantha Power, Sarah Haider
Sep 21, 2019
Samantha Power, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and former U.S. Ambassador to the UN, brings her insights on human rights and foreign policy, discussing the challenges of accountability amid political turmoil. Meanwhile, Sarah Haider delves into the chilling impacts of blasphemy laws on free speech, highlighting the importance of addressing racism and cultural appropriation. Together, they navigate complex topics like contemporary democracy's struggles and the critique of narratives like 'Trump derangement syndrome,' all while injecting keen wit into serious discourse.
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Samantha Power's American Assimilation
- Samantha Power immigrated to the US from Ireland at age nine and initially focused on fitting in.
- She adopted American customs like chewing Big League Chew and became a dedicated sports fan.
Power's Shift to Human Rights
- Power's interest in human rights was sparked by witnessing the Tiananmen Square protests.
- This led her to shift her focus from sports to studying global events.
Power's Early Career and Criticism of America
- Samantha Power's early career involved covering the Bosnian War as a journalist.
- Her critical perspective on America's role caught the attention of Barack Obama.
