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Real Time with Bill Maher

Ep. #634: Gov. Ron DeSantis, Sam Harris and Mary Katharine Ham

Sep 30, 2023
Joining the discussion are Ron DeSantis, the conservative Governor of Florida and presidential candidate; Sam Harris, an author and neuroscientist known for tackling complex moral questions; and Mary Katharine Ham, a political commentator and co-host. They delve into the chaos of current political discourse and critique identity politics and diversity initiatives. The conversation also covers the stark divide in political communication, challenges of free speech, and ageism in politics, all while infusing humor into the serious nature of today’s political landscape.
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  • Bill Maher reflects on the passing of Senator Diane Feinstein, highlighting her accomplishments and making humorous observations about her tenure as mayor of San Francisco.
  • Maher criticizes the Republican debate, describing it as a 'shitshow' and providing humorous commentary on the candidates' performances and the overall atmosphere of the debate.

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Podcast Episode: Realtime with Bill Maher Recap and Analysis

In this episode of Realtime with Bill Maher, the host discusses various topics including the death of Diane Feinstein, the Republican debate, government shutdown, and the trials of Donald Trump. Maher also touches on issues such as LGBTQ+ representation, childhood obesity, and the age of politicians. He concludes by questioning whether Joe Biden should run for re-election in 2024.

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