Real Time with Bill Maher Overtime – Episode #604: Danny Strong, James Kirchick, Krystal Ball
Jun 18, 2022
Explore the hidden affiliations of gay individuals in Reagan's administration and their impact on policies. Dive into CNN's attempts to shift away from sensationalism, questioning its sincerity. Delve into the media's portrayal of the Trump-Russia narrative and the ongoing frustrations over the absence of evidence. Finally, navigate the complexities of political screenwriting, balancing audience beliefs with the need for timeless storytelling in a rapidly changing political world.
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Reagan and the 'Homosexual Network'
- James Kirchick's book reveals that Ronald Reagan's administration faced allegations of being controlled by a homosexual network.
- The Washington Post investigated these claims, finding some gay men working for Reagan, but no conspiratorial plot.
CNN's Shift in Coverage
- Krystal Ball and Bill Maher discuss CNN's shift away from sensationalized coverage.
- They doubt it will last, citing the business model's reliance on ratings-driven partisan content.
Cable News and Ratings
- Bill Maher criticizes cable news for prioritizing ratings over facts, referencing the Steele dossier and the lab leak theory.
- He argues that ideological biases blind these outlets to facts and honesty.