Noam Chomsky & Harry Belafonte in Conversation on Trump, Sanders, the KKK, Rebellious Hearts & More

[@nickthepeasant]

Ashamed of myself for not knowing about this talk until Mr Belafonte's passing. Wonderful seeing him and Professor Chomsky together. Rest in power Mr Belafonte; I hope your legacy, politically and culturally, is re-awakened to a new, wider audience now that you've left us.

[@fabiengerard8142]

👌🏻👌🏽👌

[@smitaswarup8562]

We must, must vigorously pursue democracy worldwide, not just in US. Also, in my beloved India where democracy is fast declining.

[@komeseetv5843]

Thanks to Noam Chomsky and Harry Belafonte. Two of the greatest personalities of 20th and 21st centuries. We are indeed lucky.

[@albevargiu]

Mi dispiace tanto sei un braviomo mi dispiace tanto visto come eri ridotto al ospedaledodici e trenta chiude negozio o appuntamento dentista dottore Siniscola ci va Agnese tiarolu dodici e trenta e Antonella a Nuoro a lo studio sorella hello orgosolo

[@exdemocrat9038]

I don't understand people like him & you for that matter. If you don't like this country leave! Try living in a socialist country that he wants. We are getting close to it. BTW every single country has had slavery. The United States is the only one that fought a civil war to end slavery and win.

[@linus631]

What a privilege to watch this at April 2023 at the passing of such a great man! RIP, Mr. Belafonte.

[@postatility9703]

Harry left us this past Tuesday,4/25/23.We are,of course, grateful for his amazing legacy,and I am confident that these two voices of incredible courage will inspire current and future generations. This is but one great example of the importance of KZbin and other wide-reaching archival sources.

[@b.terenceharwick3222]

Two insightful men speak to those with ears to listen...

[@NellieKAdaba]

I agree, I love both of them for a long time.

[@deemir6947]

Right on! Refreshing to hear these 2.

[@Tim_Climie]

You've got your biblical metaphors mixed up. For those with ears to hear listen to Bill Hicks and Louis Ck

[@brainphelps1994]

and one uninsightful youtube commenter states the obvious

[@Tim_Climie]

Well, in case Brain Phelps was referring to me, the non obvious point is that with Noam Chomsky (and Zach Galifianakis) one needs eyes to see. Just saying. Noam being the 'honest' WOOD yang (who refers with blunt to heavy [Read: Seth Rogan]), and Zach being the 'earnest' WOOD yin (who refers with tight to coarse [Read: Heath Ledger]).

[@JSB1882]

I always consider Mr. Belafonte a mentor of mine. He is an incredible humanitarian.

[@lynnmccabe2449]

I wish we had another 90 years of knowledge, hope and insight from these 2 men.

[@lynnmccabe2449]

Zack Cashman I feel bad that you are so gullible and are unable to understand other perspectives, true facts and when you have been mislead.

[@longclaw22-72]

Zack Cashman Good point.

[@longclaw22-72]

Lynn Mccabe Agree

[@ekhodameshady1908]

Lynn Mccabe no comment beautiful

[@TheLandof420]

Intellectual language all around..

[@AAwildeone]

"the HEART has to find greater space for REBELLION" - Harry Belafonte This struggle never ends...what an amazing sit-down!

[@LookattheBiggerPic]

...what a wonderful treat to hear these 2 greats together on stage - much thanks to Democracy Now!

[@coreycox2345]

Happy Anniversary, Democracy Now. Thank you for presenting these eloquent speakers.

[@dannowman5761]

Thank you Democracy Now and everyone there at Riverside Church.. There is a lot of work for ALL of us to do!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TimBradleyFromOz]

The beautiful potential of Social Democracy has never been better represented than by these two men.

[@MouseGuardian]

Hi, this is Norway. We are the beautiful potential that is Social Democracy... Except just now with our rightwing government. But we have an election next year. Back to social democracy again I hope :D

[@TehIdiotOne]

Social democracy is "good", but we can do better than that Og ja, er selv Norsk :)

[@GannonLee]

chomsky ain't a social Democrat

[@TimBradleyFromOz]

***** You attack alleging the Dunning-Kruger Effect? That people, is "Irony".

[@howtohoboss]

Naom is a socialist libertarian/anarchist-syndicalist, this might best and most productive system for humanity in the long run, but sadly it can't be implemented in today's world, people are not ready for it, most people can't run themselves or cooperate with other people for the common good.

[@sunofman2008]

Harry Belafonte is so very sharp for an 89 yr old

[@NellieKAdaba]

Wow, I didn't know he was 89. He's my favourite since the 90s. I also love Noam Chomsky.

[@The_Space_Born]

He sounds like a senile old fart repeating talking points from Karl Marx's book.

[@snoopy_peanuts_77]

so sad that you cannot even see facts because youve been brinwashed by concepts you dont understand...or maybe you do and youre just a sociopath

[@Shelora]

RawStarMon People whose lives have a purpose and who stay engaged, stay young.

[@Anniehits]

Rayve Napsu Sheesh any idea how ignorant that sounds? Give examples of why you think Marx doesn't deserve repeating, for example. I mean, is it not ok to cite books any more? Peace.

[@patj5330]

Wow, this was totally awesome. Thank you very much Democracy Now. Hearing these two men and their wealth of knowledge was mesmerizing.

[@basilpeterson9592]

Wisdom of our elders

[@NellieKAdaba]

Yes, true.

[@basilpeterson9592]

Nellie I was born in 1961 in Germany. 1 month before Obama. My father was a war veteran and my mother was german. My father could not bring us to the US because it was still illegal in many states for blacks and whites to marry or live together. We moved here in 67 after the supreme court decision of loving v VA. I am extremely disappointed in Obama's presidency because of his lack of progress on most issues (climate, health care, TPP, wars) He continued most of the policies of the Bush administration and implemented Romney care so at 55 I am humbled by these elders and democracy now for there continued optimism with this struggle of humanity.

[@NellieKAdaba]

I was born in 1981, and moved to the States in 1994 at age 13 from Brussels, Belgium. I had a slight culture shock. I'm also disappointed in Obama, and other world leaders, being an independent and global citizen, voted Green this time. I've been to Germany only once, to Aachen.

[@noviceprepper5397]

Hi Nellie. I voted Green in 2016 and 2012 but so few other Americans did that the Green Party has gained not even the 5 percent votes Dr. Stein said were needed to apply for federal money available to major parties. With President-elect Trump winning, the Green Party may gain some votes in 2020 but it's very hard to know. I actually thought the Greens had a shot this election cycle to reach 5% but the Obama's are so well liked (I like them myself), that they were able, with Mr. Sanders, to woo citizens to the Democrats who probably would've voted Green. Now Vice President Biden may or may not run in 2020, or Mr. Sanders may run again, I don't know. But I hope the Green Party gets 5% in 2020. P.S. And Mrs. Clinton may run again in 2020. She's probably exhausted now, campaigning through pneumonia (poor lady) but she may be willing to try again. It's hard to say. She did win the popular vote by over two million so she definitely has a base. I was going to vote for her but I was highly concerned about her campaign stated intention of establishing a no fly zone in Syria, and I didn't want the potential for a direct war with Russia, I just didn't want the world to have to deal with a world war. I considered President-elect Trump after I decided against Mrs. Clinton, but in the third Presidential debate he stated his intention to put forth a supreme court justice who is pro-life and I'm strongly pro-choice. I think that right is still trying to be wrestled away from women, and many women around the world don't even have a pretense to choose to bear a child or not - the world is largely patriarchal, a fact I dislike - women should share power in our world, so after I decided against either of the two major party candidates, I decided on Dr. Stein after viewing her stand on the issues. I especially like her stated intention to move us away from fossil fuels (Mrs. Clinton had also stated her intention to do a much lighter version). Now with President-elect Trump, we'll have to wait and see what he decides. As he is strongly pro-business, I just hope he doesn't kill the Paris Agreement, which isn't even an aggressive Agreement but is at least something. He may soften is position because the Republicans will want to win in 2020, and the Democrats will rally for the Senate and House in 2018. Unfortunately I'm pretty ignorant about Senate/House races across the country. Post election some media outlets are saying it's looking Red across the nation. I think I need to learn more about Senate/House races across the nation but I have health issues so it's hard to do in depth research but I'll work at reading more articles on the subject. Best regards.

[@dubbedredundant668]

we should probably give the green party a Crack at this because we can all admit the other two have been a let down to say the least

[@omogaju]

When you’re a wise man not just because of age or grey hair but because of your depth. Much respect.

[@kevinalonso6338]

Love these two and what they have to say, they're great human beings.

[@gregkeen6637]

Not even close.

[@ready2blowup]

Gotta love these Trumppers with thier eyes wide shut to Corporations raping them for their time and energy. BLM is a movement for people without privilege of an equal justice system that practices oppression for the corporate criminal industrial complex. As for Soros Trump just appointed Steve Mnuchin for Treasury a guy who worked for Soros I assume with all your wisdom you looked into that probably not..... How about 60% of the American workers make less than 40000 a year cant wait for Trump to fix that by lowering Corporate tax rates. Its not like that didnt work in the last 8 years. Go watch Fox the real fake news.

[@ready2blowup]

greg keen Name calling.. of course go back to watching Alex Jones Trumptard leave the intelligent conversations to adults Thanks.....

[@gregkeen6637]

mel h Shhhh...!

[@carolbrowning2246]

At 89, Harry Belafonte still has that spark, that fighting spirit to preserve and protect this nation. The Black servicemen fought for their right to vote in America, not just to defeat Hitler. There is ass-kickoing to be done and we should do it!

[@makersplore582]

It's puzzling how these two icons are left off networks like MSDNC, CNN, ABC, and the rest...More can be learned from this panel in five minutes about the history of the United States' than an entire season of mainstream media.

[@TomeOfKnowledge009]

Makersplore, those are the exact reasons why Chomsky will never be seen on mainstream media. as well as the possibility that most TV viewers would be intellectually incapable of understanding what is being discussed. This content does not excite the dumb (m)asses like shows such as Duck Dynasty or Honey Boo Boo.

[@carriesee7209]

Makersplore the networks are OWNED but the people ripping us, the people, off. We are btheir slaves and most don’t realize it.

[@FrenchCocoa369]

Carrie See correct there’s o puzzle. The words of these 2 men don’t fit the propaganda narrative, that the “owners” want to tell to get us all divided and under their influence.

[@CartoonManWhoo]

Is the OP serious? These men are about radical social justice and have little to offer to the mainstream media.

[@theblackdeath4398]

If you've read Chomsky's Manufacturing Consent, it won't be so puzzling anymore.

[@DavidBrianPaley]

Two very wise men, who I am very grateful to be able to sit and listen to. Thank-you, Democracy Now.

[@harriettpavonrosado5175]

Powerful. Loved Mr. Belafonte's closing remarks. "The engine can be stopped."

[@jwclau1]

"The heart has to find a greater space for rebellion" (Harry Belafonte 2016)

[@crizish]

Harry Belafonte still kicking ass and taking names ay 89! Damn!!

[@Johnconno]

Black don't crack!

[@paulvandijck6476]

Noam Chomsky and Harry Belafonte.......great human beings!

[@The_Space_Born]

Communist scumbags!

[@breezewayrecords]

What, is this 1954?

[@lsobrien]

+Mr. Soares, stop "liking" your own comments.

[@zorroinhell5549]

Thank you Amy Goodman!

[@kofidebrah3462]

Wow that was inspiring, gives me hope listening to these two great men. So much wisdom. Let's organise. Love always conquers hate.

[@weatherman68]

I'd willingly go to church if it was like this.

[@kharnakcrux2650]

where religion ends, philosophy begins. it wouldn't be church you're attending. just a ... philosophical discourse. like real rational people do. to talk, and discuss and reflect.

[@MsJudi54]

Where Jesus Christ begins, there is no end. It is too bad that churches today have lost their way, though. Their discipline by God is coming, if not already here.

[@delona6485]

weatherman68 this baby is the real church!

[@fernandomesquita3497]

Happy Birthday DN!! Happy Birthday Noam! Thank you for your existence!!...

[@ragnarokfps]

I'm happy to know that we still have people like them with us today to encourage and advise us. I've learned a lot from the both of them. After years of wondering why things are the way they are, all these ideas in my head have only in recent years coalesced into a coherent thought process. We can do it, we can make it the way we want it to be.

[@wilde1581]

Thank you for uploading it ,I for one have needed to watch this .what incredible people Chomsky and Belafonte are.. On a weekend when 400.000 women protested against hatred and ignorance..somehow that has shadowed his so called 'victory'...I'd like to see the youngsters in the UK and the US introduced to Chomsky on the school curriculum..let's face it after what has happened this weekend that will never happen..My total respect to all the protesters who stood shoulder by shoulder in the wind and the rain ,I thank you.

[@SuperbowlJoel]

Excellent conversation. We need all of you to continue doing what you have been doing. Thank you.

[@davidebreo3764]

love the sound of harry belafonte's voice here :)

[@mhikl4484]

I have so much of Belafonte's music. The man has soul in every fibre of his being. Noam may not sing, but his message also has soul and speaks to every individual who will listen. Been following this great man since his book, "Hegemony or Survival". Took me a fifth of that book before I could understand what he was saying. Then I began again; his message opened my soul, and I have never looked back. Namaste and care, mhikl

[@JSB1882]

I have every album he has ever put out.

[@ShaneHampsheirTV]

David Ebreo Can anyone else hear the duo-tone in his voice?

[@JSB1882]

Shane Hampsheir TV Mr. Belafonte talks about his vocal problems in his memoir, "My Song", which is really worth reading.

[@motucker44]

Best voice

[@eamestv]

Always a joy. Some of my favorite people.

[@celesteryan4609]

Two great human beings humbled before them long live goodness Bill

[@stevenduvall2549]

I must see the entire celebration! Pacifica Radio was a "godsend" when I escaped the bible belt and moved to Los Angeles. I felt I could breath again. And Democracy Now is the best source for real news, in my opinion. That talk with Chomsky and Bellefonte gave me hope because they were able to put our very current events into a much broader context to show that our country has indeed been in worse shape, and it's not beyond the grasp of the left to set all of us on a better path. We must unify, as we have the majority!

[@maraergarac4674]

I feel privileged to watch this at May 2023. Great two Saints of 20 and 21 century. R.I.P beautiful soul HARRY BELAFONTE. Thank you for all that you have done for humanity. You are missed already, but your legacy will live on. 🙏😇❤💔

[@carolbrowning2246]

I agree. It's extremely dangerous in many ways, and a meeting like this would have been inconceivable in the 1960's. We've made huge progress, and we've seen younger people overwhelmingly pro-Sanders. Have we forgotten how remarkable his campaign was? It is hopeful their enthusiasm shall continue to work to create a decent world.

[@ritamariekelley4077]

THIS is greatness...

[@DyanneGavin]

Listening to these two great thinkers gave me hope that all is not lost.

[@chugalongway01]

It's great to listen to these two champions of the progressive movement .

[@tigerlili3853]

A Beautiful Dialogue - Thank you xxxxxxxxx

[@hvosouq]

An unforgettable episode. Definitely worthy to keep for the pages of history. Thank you very much for creating.

[@jorgebarajas3468]

I absolutely adore your broadcasts best wishes to the Democracy Now team!

[@emilycorwith1119]

Two powerful voices

[@nigelsenchez]

Feel the Bern. The fire grows. 🔥

[@MsSaturnalia]

Love you Mr Belafonte!

[@Anonymous-nn4sk]

Only 4000 views...shame. This is even more important than Oscars.

[@excepticayselectiva]

there goes your answer. Hollywood.

[@ChooseCompassion]

I hope you rebroadcast this important discussion. Mad respect and love to everyone on this stage.

[@kaigen313]

Let their wisdom be heard by everyone , Living Saints for Sure !

[@K0n0ne]

Share this now! Mi gente this is Noah Chomsky and Harry Belafonte giving love to Bernie

[@SilentMover95]

What the fuck,man?! If I would have known, I would fly across the world to this event.

[@anurasiriwardene8264]

Beyond Belief, May you Fonte live for ever

[@adrienneburrows3490]

Two very insightful men that can clearly articulate their view based on knowledge and experience that expand over decades . Rare Jewels

[@jandeenphoto]

We need to be reminded of what human being is about.

[@peteconroy5684]

could have got another 10 minutes out of them if the crowd would stop applauding their own values every 2 sentences!! two great men, a crowd full of cheerleaders!

[@maureendrennan9328]

Soldiers of love. Thank you. Rebel hearts. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💖

[@moto2kx2]

Congrats! :-) Wish I could have been there! Thanks for this.

[@Rick-or2kq]

I take the time to ask young adults if they know of Noam Chomsky and if say no, ( which is most often the case), I make sure to tell them of him and of the importance of critical thinking.

[@rogerleemeyzindi2979]

TWO GREAT HUMAN BEINGS TWO GREAT FREEDOM FIGHTERS TWO GREAT AMERICAN HEROES TWO GREAT ROLE MODELS TWO GREAT WORLD TREASURES

[@Orf]

31:13 "Stop screwing around. There's some ass-kicking to be done. And we should do it."

[@jamerican347]

Matt Orfalea I see you’re collecting quotes. ;)

[@khaartoumsings]

Really sobering and the sharpening focus of the people on the corrupt elite ; ) K

[@Longtack55]

The "Elite" is what inspires and Americans aspire to be. What the hell are you talking about?

[@khaartoumsings]

@@Longtack55 Corrupt psychopaths ripping off Americans giving them Frankenfoods, No Health Care, GMO, Fluridated Water, Corporate Disinformation, Fructose Obesity,... That is Narcissistic Abuse on an Industrial Scale, not 'Inspiration' friend ; ( K

[@Peraj82]

These fighters are the spark of my eye

[@kamran5461]

I am grateful that 2016 didn't take these two fine gentlemen.

[@hokulealinda]

So beautiful !!!

[@ricknash3055]

America would do well to listen.

[@gwgwgwgw1854]

You two, must have loved this!

[@states-nz4lz]

**GREAT POWERFUL WORDS OF WISDOM FROM TWO GREAT MEN - BELAFONTE AND CHOMSKY 2020**

[@ValBlanc19]

This is truly remarkable!

[@Larvemannenz001]

I wish they would stop clapping for every little thing they have to say.

[@eddenoy321]

There is a reason for that. Those onstage carry small buzzers in their hands and when they press the buzzer the "applause" sign flashes to the audience.The purpose is not so much congratulatory,but rather to provide cover noise for when one or more on this panel passes gas. Everyone is briefed about this before they record.

[@crimsonsamuraiftw]

Why they gotta hide being human? Nobody expected them to be perfect.

[@eddenoy321]

crimsonsamuraiftw I don't know.The sound of human farts are still subject to childish humor and yes, the elderly have a bit less control. Some people even fart when they sneeze which does,in fact, provides good cover IF the timing is good.

[@Larvemannenz001]

Michael Welsh Virtue signalling is a bullshit accusation.

[@baronjphellingtonesq9636]

Michael Welsh if a brown migrant had walked in I'm sure they would have known the difference between "then of" and "then have" in their own native language...

[@LynJegher]

Total Respect!

[@Tocqueville69]

Congratulations Amy and Juan... xx

[@shari777smith5]

great talk with such historical figures.

[@PubliusRusticus]

That was beautiful.

[@brainphelps1994]

i've never seen a more generous audience

[@cristinat5622]

Belated Happy 20th Anniversary!!! Congratulations :)

[@kzinful]

"There's some ass kicking around here that needs to be done.." Lol..so true friend so true.. Happy Anniversary Amy and Juan, and all who work to make it happen!! Me thinks these next four years will indeed be... Interesting Peace from the North Woods of Texas.. David B.

[@ronaldzent6321]

And, Bless Gloria Johnson, for being side by side with both of those bright and mature young men.

[@Pandora5617]

wonderful presentation.

[@babarossi367]

God bless Harry Belafonte.

[@ccaammiinniiito2]

@rossmeroe...There's an unsung (s)hero here. And that's Julie Robinson Belafonte who, like Mrs. Winnie Mandela, stood by her man during some awfully critical times in history by way of a marriage that, like a gay one, was not supposed to be, this despite the fact that Zipporah, wife of Moses of the Old Testament, was a Kushite who bore him two sons. A magnificently talented human being in her own right, she stood in the shadow of her then famous husband, never trying to take the limelight from him, all the while enduring racially charged and often cruel times. As many have posted before, it was therefore quite a shock to read that the proud Jamaican American had divorced such a woman, a shock equaled by Mandela's divorce from a woman and champion human rights activist, Winnie Mandela.

[@elenagomez3163]

Wonderful!

[@jennyfromtheblock8438]

Amazing! Such an inspiration.

[@gerryboudreaultboudreault2608]

Kudos to all of you from Canada.

[@christophermoore4262]

RIP MR.BELAFONTE❤️❤️❤️😇😇😇😇

[@user-bf5ik2sq5e]

My husband is always saying we are watching but people who should be watching and learning are not 💙🌊🗽⚖☮

[@nezerac]

Harry Belafonte is a badass.

[@fabiengerard8142]

And such a classy one!

[@thomasjefferson1010]

Cool to see belafonte. Amazing .

[@sonjadumst3209]

Rest in PEACE. Happy, forever love ❤❤❤

[@spooky_zen]

awesome! Belafonte kills it at the end

[@AxmedBahjad]

The day Noam Chomsky sit down with a gentleman older than him in a platform.

[@jessicaa9364]

love this. thank you

[@gz4coiliam600]

Perfect History lessons.

[@yogizero7912]

N.C I love you.

[@adamboots1]

5:51 Words of hope

[@kiaraditmasa]

Eartha Kitt shared in her book "Confessions of a Sex Kitten" regarding her encounter with Harry: "During the time I was at the Village Vanguard I met Harry Belafonte. I thought he was very handsome and someone I would have liked to get to know better, but at the time our relationship remained quite formal. He seemed to busy catching little white flies, as he proved to me later in Philadelphia where, getting up from my bed, he said, 'I don't want you to take this seriously. No black woman can do anything for me.' There went my heart right into my feet." Eartha Kitt

[@ronaldzent6321]

RIP Mr. Belafonte you were a true shining light for all of Humanity. Here we are in 2023, it's not only horrible hate groups like the KKK, but people in our own Government Bodies at the US & State level, are trying to suppress progress of societal changes. Think as a Nation and world, political labels need to be put aside for HUMANISM!, Can be done, hope for the next generation, just watching the two Justins in the Tennessee Statehouse, standing up bravely and with maturity not seen with older adults. Hope Mr. Chomsky is doing Ok now himself, he's about mid-nineties himself.

[@fabiengerard8142]

🙏🏻🙏🏽🙏

[@marquisealy3516]

this shit just gave me life! yaaaaaaaaasssssss!

[@timothygrayson]

Anyone who can critique a democracy is pure gold rock on gentleman

[@timothygrayson]

What a distinguished pair superb!

[@marufahmed3416]

Two great men.

[@doneestoner9945]

Hooray for Tom Morello ❤❤❤❤