Real Time with Bill Maher

Ep. #619: Rep. Ro Khanna, Gov. Jared Polis, Robert Costa

Nov 12, 2022
Governor Jared Polis of Colorado shares insights on effective governance and his hands-off COVID-19 approach. Congressman Ro Khanna discusses technology policy and the evolving Democratic landscape. They dive into recent election shifts, the role of parental rights, and the balancing act of representation in politics. The conversation also touches on the therapeutic uses of mushrooms for mental health and the challenges of political comebacks. Together, they explore the essence of democracy and voter engagement in these turbulent times.
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INSIGHT

Resilience of American Voters

  • The American people proved more resilient to election denial than expected.
  • They showed a preference for sanity by conceding when they received fewer votes.
INSIGHT

Voter Priorities

  • Voters prioritized abortion rights and democracy over the economy.
  • They don't want to elect people who won't accept defeat.
ANECDOTE

Midterm Surprise

  • The Democrats performed unexpectedly well in the midterm elections.
  • Historically, the party not holding the White House wins significantly more seats in midterms.
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