Comedian Bill Maher, known for his often controversial views on both sides of the political spectrum, responded to critics who claim he has changed during an interview with CNN. Maher insisted that it was the left that had changed, not him, and that he would not hesitate to call out the absurdities he sees.
“I haven't turned around. Yes, people have said to me: 'You make fun of the left more than before,' and guilty, me, because the left has changed”, said Maher. He also recognized the shifts to the right, and noted that they have gotten worse.It's a brave stance at a time when common sense seems to be an endangered species among liberals.
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Maher spoke with CNN's Fareed Zakaria about several changes he perceives on the left, during his media tour for his new book, What this comedian said will surprise you.
“There are things that have to do with, you know, gender and race and freedom of expression and just ideas about yourself can be healthy at any weight and gender is always a social construct and maybe we should try communism again and maybe we should get rid of capitalism and get rid of the lincoln statues and get rid of the police, you know, no. I've gotten old, so your ideas are stupid, okay?” Maher said, taking a stab at the weird beliefs of today's far left.
Zakaria, who has also criticized some progressive positions, agreed, saying, “Common sense is common sense.” A fairly new concept these days.
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Maher clarified that his criticism of the left does not make him a supporter of the right. He has repeatedly expressed his disdain for Donald Trump, calling him a “sociopath” and condemning the Republican Party as undemocratic and dangerous. At least he's an equal opportunity critic.
During an appearance on “The View,” co-host Sunny Hostin accused Maher of changing, a notion he denies, labeling himself an “old-school liberal.” Maybe old school liberals are the new conservatives?
Maher also expressed concern about the decline in young men's communication skills with women, blaming it in part on dating apps like Tinder.
“I think this is going to be a really big deal. I think young people thought it was a great thing when Tinder came out. Oh, my God, look, I don't even have to talk to a girl. It's all here on my phone. I can just scroll like it's a menu on Grubhub but the truth is Tinder is mostly men you know it's like two thirds of the men were on the site so it's not good odds if you're a man,” Maher explained.
He emphasized the importance of communication in relationships, noting that women remain “communicative creatures” who appreciate genuine interaction. “You have to talk to them,” she stressed, adding, “And I think men are losing that ability. I think they, you know, just think they can text an eggplant emoji and write, what's up? You have to court. Women haven't changed in that sense. Some things, like the need for real human interaction, remain timeless.
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