Piers Morgan Uncensored ‘Why Don’t You Move To Iran Or Venzuela?’ Roger Waters vs Piers Morgan
Jan 16, 2026
In this insightful discussion, Roger Waters, the co-founder of Pink Floyd and a vocal political activist, dives deep into the complexities of Venezuela's political situation, defending Maduro as the rightful leader despite the country's turmoil. He challenges perceptions of human rights violations and US sanctions, arguing they worsen conditions. Waters also highlights the complexities of the protests in Iran and critiques the labeling of groups as 'terrorists,' urging for a more nuanced understanding of geopolitical conflicts. His passionate defense of universal human rights underscores his commitment to advocacy.
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Support Framed As Anti-Imperialist Solidarity
- Roger Waters says he supports Nicolas Maduro because Maduro was democratically elected and represents the Bolivarian revolution's socialist principles.
- He frames his support as rooted in equal human rights and anti-imperialist solidarity, not personal endorsement of abuses.
Blames US Sanctions For Venezuela Crisis
- Roger attributes Venezuela's exodus and hardship mainly to US sanctions and repeated US-backed coup attempts since 2002.
- He rejects mainstream reports linking Maduro to drug trafficking and sees those stories as propaganda to justify intervention.
Let Iranians Decide Their Future
- Roger argues outsiders should let Iranians decide their government and claims Iranians broadly oppose regime change and foreign interference.
- He supports women's right to choose clothing while downplaying external narratives about who organizes protests.