Real Time with Bill Maher: Overtime Overseas - March 27, 2015 (HBO)

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Bill Maher and his guests - Zachary Quinto, Fmr. Rep. Barney Frank, S.E. Cupp and Jay Famiglietti - answer questions from viewers abroad.
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[@TempestTossedWaters]

Frank makes total sense here. An anti-government stance doesn't produce no government it produces bad government.

[@OperationBaboon]

is is also not the government that you need to fight against or protect yourself against, but an overreaching government. like the one created by bush and cheney... homeland security and the dissolve of liberty. that is what franklin has warned you about, not that the government might make safety regulations and controlling businesses, holding people accountable etc.

[@Qermaq]

OperationBaboon The Founding Fathers designed government to be slow enough that it cannot do much harm. We don't want an efficient government. We want an inefficient one. That way we can keep pace with the bullshit. A government that seeks power is anathema to society.

[@OperationBaboon]

that is complete nonsense. they designed the government based on standards of their time. they also made clear that the rules need to change as time changes. an efficient government is what makes a country successful. the bullshit is a cultural thing other countries do not have - at least not in such high amounts.

[@redlightmax]

Qermaq "We don't want an efficient government. We want an inefficient one." You what now?

[@Qermaq]

redlightmax Yes sir. An efficient government will fleece you faster than you can react. We need a slow, plodding government. Maybe if government was less swift in fixing corporate problems, they'd fix them themselves?

[@LossOfEternal]

That old guy was this episodes MVP. Everytime someone brought up some bullcrap argument he shut it down.

[@hadaboy1016]

That old guy is Barney Frank

[@davidcollier6156]

Bill looks like a hotel employee in that suit.

[@codestar7]

Anyone notice that Quinto leans away from Cupp?...I don't blame him.

[@TheEmanExperience]

yes, I mean he doesn't want that level of stupidity to affect him

[@kikyosnail1464]

And he's gay

[@TheEmanExperience]

***** yet another possibility

[@brandnutopian]

***** Not to mention she's packing on the pounds which doesn't help her rhetorical skills at all.

[@kikyosnail1464]

***** Exactly.Lol there's probably no reason

[@helenehendrikatricker7908]

Bill my husband and I would love to have you as the President of the United States. We never miss your "Real Time" program and thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Wilsonville, Ore.

[@erniehudson1]

Anyway notices that the Cupps are growing? Hello, Hello!

[@eashton42]

Man, Barney has gotten all fabulous and groomed up since he got out of the nuthouse. And his Tom Sawyer line is friggin' hilarious. Loved that.

[@ShanuWral]

One of the best Overtimes I've seen in a while!

[@myskijn]

You can say what you want about S.E. Cupp, but that is one beautiful woman!

[@wolfstar675]

She is definitely beautiful.

[@tdevil101]

Eddie from hangover: Beautiful ass, no fucking brain

[@MrASM78]

I think so too.

[@jackmidst8304]

Oh my goodness, not in the least………

[@williemcconico9695]

If you really want to know what our problem is. Just stop and think. it is nothing but greed.

[@cyninbend]

***** True. Without the idiots the greedy could not accomplish nearly as much!

[@patriciadavies5651]

Zachary Quinto looked like he was turning into Glen Greenwald there. Really amazing.

[@rainmon]

What I don't understand is why Glen Greenwald hasn't joined ISIS, the way he defends terrorist and how America has oppressed them, it seems like he would want to go be with his brothers in faith...

[@OperationBaboon]

Paul Rainwater i think there is a slight difference in understanding that actions cause reactions and that some things can be taken out of context and proportions, and to call him a sympathiser for their cause.

[@4tech69]

Tea-party compassion is right on. They both would have their way with you and your life under the name of religion if allowed.

[@elijahachiri]

Zachary Quinto’s facial expressions and focus at 5:20 are perfection lol he’s so engaged while caught in the middle of Barney and Cupp’s scuffle

[@errolmitchell5961]

“If you’re going to invade a country for oil, get some oil.” 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@hohenheim909]

I disdain S.E. Cupp a great deal.

[@kenjohnson47]

Kudos to Zachary Quinto hanging in there with Barney Frank and S.E. Cupp, these 2 are excellent rivals. Good show.

[@jamesanderson6373]

Should have put S.E Cupp between Barney Frank and Zachary Quinto.

[@kimrollo8606]

whats with the ron burgundy Jacket?

[@asktheapple]

But like, Cupp is low key fine

[@rievans57]

She hot!

[@VanaeCavae]

Zachary Quinto was trying to sound smart but his comments were very general comments unlike the detailed understanding that Barney Frank displayed.

[@VanaeCavae]

***** True but Zachary Quinto should have done more research into the topics. He was confusing Houthis with ISIS at one point when talking about western recruits into terror.

[@hannahm7373]

Yeah--because he's an actor and his primary job is to act while Barney Frank was a leader in Congress and his primary job was to know these things. I'd be much more concerned if it was the other way around. (and unfortunately, I think if some other congress people were there, it would have been.)

[@oeckstei]

I give Zachary more credit than S.E. tonight who didn't contribute anything original tonight among her other Real Time appearances.

[@sobelou]

VanaeCavae Well, you have to understand... For intelligent people, such as clearly both Frank and Quinto are, wisdom arrives with age, so I am sure that Zachary will sound very wise when he's Frank's age. The current governor of Indiana, for instance, proves exactly the opposite can also be the case woth some people: Stupid is made worse with age.

[@juliefaye78]

Brilliant discussion. Thanks all. :)

[@tracer740]

It's unfortunate that Barney Frank's physical speech is somewhat impaired, as his reasoning and logic are 1st rate.

[@zorroboreal1364]

+Liche Christ Frank Dodd caused the economic collapse in 2008.

[@deanban]

+Zorro Boreal NO it didn't! WTF are you talking about???

[@tracer740]

Zorro Boreal - 'What'? ???

[@actfree6897]

+Zorro Boreal "Frank Dodd"

[@NPak-cw1ny]

This was one of the best conversations recorded.

[@theo9e6]

A little correction here maybe. I'm from Germany and noticed some disinformation when Bill Maher accused Germany of receiving military aid from the United States. In fact, however, the Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany back then) received financial aid from the US as part of the Marshall Plan. 1.4 billion US$ whitch is the equivalent of 11% of the total amount spent by the US after the Act's implementation in 1948. As far as the Marshall plan is concered, it's been a credit given to Germany at that time which after the London Debts Agreement of 1953 was payed back plus intrest rates. A quick look at today's budget of Germany reveals that all military expenses are payed for exclusively by Germany itself. Germany at least since 1953 does not constitute a recipient of external financial aid. Sorry for bothering you...

[@samu1999.]

Barney Frank. Barney Frank, what can I say?????? You are a GOD. I mean I have never ever seen more flawless speech on multiple political view in my life. Amazing.

[@Harkness78]

Gross, anyone who worships Barney Frank is a real piece of crap. Dude is good on all the social issues while selling out working people and voters.

[@samu1999.]

@@Harkness78 lmao imagine replying to a six year old comment assuming thats about someone you don't even know

[@Harkness78]

@@samu1999. Hey you replied, so you got my message. I hope you are embarrassed by your conduct 6 years ago.

[@samu1999.]

@@Harkness78 nowhere near as embarrassed as I am for you lol

[@remerrietkerk5407]

As a Dutchman, I have to say, Geert Wilders is fucking nuts.

[@TheLuckySaGe]

Who is that girl? I find her annoying. She makes weird faces

[@rainmon]

she was relatively tame on this show, you should see how her on cross fire if it's still on, but I did enjoy the interaction between her and Barney Frank (did I mention my book?)

[@jesushatesyoutoo]

Chillbro Swaggins She was on Fox but she wasn't Christian enough for them and went to CNN.

[@developermode3946]

SE Cupp. Don't be so judgmental.

[@gawzz]

TheLuckySaGe she's the biggest dumbass out of that whole panel they're all idiots but she really takes the cake!

[@RadioLaboratory]

Kevin Eaton Kevin has a girlfriend! Kevin has a girlfriend. Its not judgmental when she has NOTHING to bring to the table. She's a novice nitwit.

[@TheDomaZog]

This guy forgives Germany and Japan? who the fuck is he as an american to be able to forgive anyone? Americans are not in the moral position to forgive anyone rather they have to beg for forgivness.

[@TheDomaZog]

Matt Schwartz exactly, don't you think its a little thick to suggest that NOW AMERICA can decide that Germany and Japan are no longer warwongers who can't be trusted when america is the main wardriver on the planet for over fucking 60 years? He as an american should beg for forgivness and keep his mouth shut about any other countries.

[@TheDomaZog]

Matt Schwartz he was not being facetious at all when he said that Germany and Japan are no longer threats and he is no longer worrying about them. He was unironically saying that. To make the point that america can withdraw its troops from Germany because america can trust them now and doesnt need to defend them anymore (which is of course not at all what america is doing but that's another point).

[@TheDomaZog]

Matt Schwartz You want to claim he was being facetious because you know how arrogant it is but he wasn't. 4:00 there is nothing facetious about that statement.

[@TheDomaZog]

Matt Schwartz I'm not missing any subtle sarcasm i'm well aware what point he was making and its fucking arrogant and ignorant at the same time. Not to mention that Maher's point, with which he agreed, that america is defending the EU is ridiculous to begin with and oozes american ignorance. Why can't you have the humility to recognize that some communication cues that clearly demonstrate arrogance may be beyond your perception as an american but will be noticeable to foreigners?

[@TheDomaZog]

Matt Schwartz His point was the cutting back on military spending. And while he made that point he was being a typical arrogant and ignorant american. And why would you withdraw the troops from germany if Russia is supposedly such a big threat and Germany is such a big ally? America is responsable for the situation in the Ukraine in the first place by installing a fascist government.

[@kikomagana1990]

Bill, don't bring S.E. Cupp ever again. You've brought more articulate Conservatives before. Thanks.

[@mrbungle931]

there are far worse than her, but even still she's sexy af

[@johnvndonut]

Always fun to watch that S. E. Cupp woman get shut down. With skill and vigor. I wish Barney Franks would run for president.

[@chahfanatic6234]

Guys I know I am way too late on this but I am just tuning in to see S.E.‘s cupps

[@truthseeker000000]

Bill Maher…do a show in Singapore! Love ya!

[@1019caveman]

SE Cupp, looks more like a double D cupp to me

[@williewalker5051]

Yeah, Sara Elizabeth looks like the sexy librarian

[@rievans57]

🤣🤣🤣

[@augustus331]

Cupp's comments have not aged well, to say the least

[@1CivilRightsActivist]

Great show, Bill Maher!

[@jamesproutry7010]

Bill, you are my favorite court jester.,

[@MrSassyB]

Go Barney ... way to correct Ms Cupp

[@lucasthompson1650]

Just wanna say these longer format overtime segments lately are awesome.

[@dannyfrog]

Also, LOL @ S.E. Cupp for trying to school Frank on SSM and Frank shut her big mouth quick!!

[@alexanderdemontfort3022]

Ummm - Isn't the reason the reason the Vatican was held responsible was because the church actively help prevent prosecuting clergy, shifting them between regions -- even worldwide -- for offenders and, shockingly, repeat offenders; That this knowledge ran all the way up in their organisation.... isn't that the reason the Pope and high officials are exepected to apologise?

[@MrNintoku]

Islam is the same. You look at their Mufti's and Clerics and some have the same open message: Death to the west, Death to Israel, Curse the Jews, Glory to Islam. Yet for some reason even with these clerics and mufti's with these open positions we still refuse to hold these people and the faith responsible for these fundamentalists and extremists.

[@rainmon]

Noticeably absent from today's show any discussion of the Obama administration's reaction to Bergdahl being charged with desertion; a comment from Bloomberg story 'Bergdahl's Defense Is He Was Planning to Come Back': Bergdahl and his attorney must think that the military justice system only has morons working in it. Bergdahl's email communications to his family and his own plan to desert his team made no mention of any misconduct or wrong-doing. Besides, Bergdahl knew full and well that he does not have to walk away into the unknown to report anything. All he had to do is make a phone call and his report would have been taken by the appropriate authority. Bergdahl could fool Obama, but he's not going to make a fool of the military justice system. He must be tried for desertion and that's the only way justice can be served. www.bloombergview.com/articles/2015-03-27/bergdahl-lawyer-says-he-was-awol-not-a-deserter

[@LysergikFuneral]

I'm glad about the segment about CA water usage. I was very disappointed neither Bill nor Jay mentioned the largest user of water: the meat and dairy industry. It takes many, many times more water to grow a pound of meat versus a pound of plant protein. It's a huge waste of resources and a huge source of pollution (more CO2 than all the cars on Earth).

[@neosoontoretro]

Loping Camshaft Yeah, it's not the like meat and dairy about the food pyramid or anything.

[@LysergikFuneral]

neosoontoretro Firstly, the food pyramid is an outdated concept. MyPlate is what the USDA uses as a guide now and it doesn't mention meat or dairy. Secondly, we don't need to rely on meat and dairy (especially as a rich country). That's my point, it's unnecessary and wasteful.

[@neosoontoretro]

Loping Camshaft Actually, it's not an outdated concept. A Healthy Eating Pyramid has been developed the Harvard School of Public Health, Department of Nutrition. So you're completely wrong, the food pyramid is still relevant. And yes, meat and dairy is necessary for the human body as many nutritionists would agree. Being a rich country has nothing to do with nutrition, the reason poor countries are suffering is because they don't have what we take for granted. Simply claiming that it's unnecessary and wasteful doesn't make it so.

[@LysergikFuneral]

***** Nah, there's no fight. Most people just don't realize these things, it isn't something that we hear much about. I didn't until a few years ago while reading on my own. Never any mention of it in ecology, geology, or environmental classes in college.

[@mckenzie.latham91]

neosoontoretro To be honest a lot of poor countries are suffering because they don't have what we take, which is why in countless places world wide the farming and food industries sell everything to the western nations to the point they leave their own people with barley anything. Some meat and dairy is necessary, nothing to the limits or the extreme the industries push them to, in fact it can get quite wasteful and lead to other health concerns. Whats more important is the nutrients gained from meat and dairy, so nutrients like calcium, iron, and protien, all of which can be found in other products so massive amounts of meat and dairy are not actually required. the cattle industry leads to quite a bit of pollution, it leads to habitat destruction, the cramped spaces and constant use of antibiotics to deal with sickness and issues created from stuffing cattle with corn grain feed which hurts their stomachs but makes them fatter and more tender can actually lead to anti biotic resistant diseases and sources of ecol i etc. the system is not perfect and has some serious issues that we could address, not too mention the fact that many people project that if we were to use the same amount of land we do for cattle with plant/grain we could easily feed most people on the planet. There are issues with that too but i just want to make clear we neither have to eliminate not heavily rely on meat/dairy in our daily diets. The problem boils down to what it sadly always does with mankind, it won;t happen becasue the industries in question don;t want to lose money, even to the detriemnt of the species/planet not making the bottom line is the biggest concern, which is why the only way things will change is if we the people demand it.

[@lonhillyer]

S.E. Cupp actually thinks she's as smart as Barney Frank. Really?

[@lonhillyer]

***** I'm not going even respond any further to your comment.

[@nmkasprkasprowicz4615]

Really. Because Frank is wrong about a lot of things foreign policy-wise.

[@terrysmith493]

Barney gets challenged by Cupp on gay rights ... now that's irony.

[@jamesjefferson9228]

Reducing anti-immigrant sentiments to economic misfortune is missing the point...people are anti-immigrant because they don't want to become minorities in their own countries, and large minority enclaves are not even assimilating

[@WithoutRemorse12]

Still sounds racist and ignorant. If Government is Just and accountable to all the people within its nation then their no real problem with being or becoming a minority.

[@jamesjefferson9228]

Racist or not, it's not about economics. And it's not racist for a nation of people to want self-determination. There's nothing wrong with French wanting to keep France French, just as there's nothing wrong with the Thai wanting to keep Thailand Thai. It doesn't mean French think their better than the Thai or vice versa; they just each want to maintain their own nation.

[@lancebates]

James Jefferson While I understand your point, I think Native Americans, most African countries, and Australians would have liked to maintain their own nations as well in the past. At least most countries of the world today have the chance figure out immigration issues through political means, instead of someone holding a gun to their head and telling them to move or die. But to Mr. Frank's point, immigration is, and always has been(all over the world), somewhat about economics. A large majority of poor people in the US don't dislike immigrants because of their skin color or culture. I mean hell, look at how many poor white southerners chow down on Mexican and Asian food. They dislike the fact that more people entering the country means less job opportunities for the citizens already here in the US and more people potentially unjustly receiving benefits.

[@WithoutRemorse12]

James Jefferson Immigration is about getting access to better opportunities. A lot of countries around World are Corrupt and Undeveloped due to CIA coups or Corrupt American Trade Deals. Instead of empowering other third world economies abroad. America Corporations exploits them for Labor and Resources.

[@jamesjefferson9228]

Lance Bates I don't know what your point is in the first paragraph. Our ancestor's destruction of the natives, as horrible as it is, does not mean we have any less right to maintain our nation. Indeed, we have, and only have, that right to the extent that we assert and fight for that right. We only loose the right if we give up the right. This is called "might makes right." Further, letting in non-American-natives (e.g., Mexicans) doesn't do anything for the Native Americans. Economics is a factor (especially when considering natives' stake in the welfare state), but culture may be an even bigger factor. I think Americans would react less negatively to an influx of Canadians and British than the current influx of Mexicans. That's natural: we generally share language, history, customs etc. And this is even more true in the case Frank is talking about: European's anti-Muslim sentiments. I don't think I need to discuss why Europeans might have negative feelings towards Muslims, and the reasons aren't economic.

[@Curt_Randall]

I didn't even recognize Barney Frank. He has lost so much weight. He looks good. Way to go Barney!

[@cliffedward]

Barney Frank sounds like Elmer Fudd. Wascaly Wabbit.

[@fjoo]

Having actors on is fine, I guess, having a politician on makes sense.. but who the hell is the E Cup, and why does it matter what she has to say about anything?

[@pegasus3219]

Wow!, Bill is wearing an airborne maroon suit jacket and my regimental tie.

[@thegreatmonster]

Woohoo, Overtime is longer than 10 minutes -which it usually is!

[@metrx330]

When Cupp kept referring to the foreign policy internventions as a "pregnancy" and "we are pregnant and have to deal with it" I just wish Bill would have said that we could always have an abortion.

[@AdamFlanagan]

"The Slap" mentioned here was originally Australian tv production. Yet another example of "Hollywood" claiming someone else's work as their own.

[@redlightmax]

"Because you know it's all about the base About the base No moderates" - Barney Frank

[@stewart0312]

OMG, Bill Maher is wearing the same outfit I wore to high school. Absolute champion/progressive, most trusted name in news!!!

[@nonofyabidnez5737]

could have done with a different person on the panel to replace S.E. Cupp the rest of them were all excellent and had good input

[@TheOldMan-75]

There were some slight hinds that Barney Frank has written a book. You have to listen really carefully but I THINK he mentioned it.

[@tomparham1768]

wow she got ever so slightly triggered towards the end there

[@Broetchaen]

...wow. love how they dont understand european politics.

[@breathnstop]

Love Barney Frank.

[@hassanpalomo4705]

Barney Frank looks bad ass with that beard

[@DynamicUnreal]

Barney Frank is right. Bernie Sanders has come along and is the only candidate talking about real issues and as a result is now gaining ground in many Democratic primary states.

[@tdevil101]

It's interesting because Frank bashed him earlier for trying to implement socialism and saying he is Not a qualified candidate

[@MyName-cb9xh]

...love the diversity on this panel...

[@TheHehe1223]

Nice suit Bill

[@Aydin2122]

Look what they're doing. I'm playing it safe.

[@hisnextfix]

Fucking so happy Zach was on tonight's Real Time!

[@Howhaveyouben]

"Russian aggression is not our problem" oof... hindsight

[@Mbaving]

Yeah let's answer people's questions overseas: "It's Europe's problem". That;s not why I watch this Bill!

[@Jtraub]

Why wasn't Huckabee on overtime?

[@jamesproutry7010]

Bill, thanks for the comment on Rand Paul, he is not a shadow of his father.

[@CthulhuInc]

Bill loves Oliver Stone, yet Bill loves the Warren Commission. wha? And yes, Bill - people can keep their mouths shut - and conversely, people have spoken up.

[@bbodinefan11]

I am a dyed in the wool Republican. However Barney Frank makes a lot of good points in this clip.

[@abelbell6775]

I really wanted that woman to shut it.

[@vtc8570]

Not our problem.... until it gets so bad that it becomes our problem.

[@stabakulis8915]

greatings from europe, lithuania, ,, defenders,,

[@PaulSmith-tt2cy]

Genious

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

genius*

[@Lindeberg91]

The decision to end the arms-deal with Saudi Arabia have been heavily criticised here in Sweden. The current government have realised that this stunt to gains popularity backfired and have apologised to Saudi Arabia. But Bill seem to be very happy to put this incident in his little box of "Sweden/Scandinavia is amazing". Sweden have some great perks, but it´s not as amazing as Bill make it sound at times.

[@user-wt6qf4sw9m]

Over time over sees in Europe in may! 😅❤

[@brentwartick8947]

Bill, best show in the last 18 months! Keep remaining vigilant and relevant. I feel (over the last 6 months) you could have taken some pointers from 'New Rules' and used the forum to expose the short-comings from the status quo (irregardless of party) rather than doubling-down on the dogma. Those of us who have followed you from the 'PI' days know where you stand, we just want you to show where the other side(s) truly lie when they hide behind prescriptive mantra (i.e. Country Music). Tonight you were brilliant in the restraint when needed and action where merited. Keep it up.

[@iampain76]

Zarchary Quinto is a lot smarter than your average movie star. I see a future leader in the making.

[@lbpupp]

I'm just glad to see Sippy Cupp has conquered her earlier eating disorders.

[@lunaalexandre1326]

Please do some quick research on Geert Wilders.

[@shaikimranimmu9122]

Zeitgesit Movie Series of Peter Joseph have answers to all these questions.I mean why there is so much disruption in this world,why countries are at war,why there is Economic crisis.Peter Joseph(Director) has given answer to all these questions brilliantly. Everyone should watch all those movies.

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

Zeitgeist*

[@mikebox]

I don't feel there's a lack of Government, but a lack of leadership.. We have too much government.

[@HotPocketsBoy]

Mike Box for president Mike Box

[@wotanworld5504]

Politics of the Front National in France is MUCH less extreme than that of the GOP in the US. Why not try reading before rushing to spew garbage SE Cupp?

[@gilbertmueller720]

Wotan Worl

[@JBMorris9]

Damn! SC Cup look good ;)

[@randomguy-kv7fx]

guy sounds like Frank Pentangeli

[@jamesjefferson9228]

Defense spending is a drop in the bucket compared to social security, medicare and medicaid.

[@WithoutRemorse12]

Defense spending is inefficient and basically a legalized rackets for Military contractors to waste Tax Payer money.

[@jamesjefferson9228]

There's certainly waste, but the core function of a state is to defend the nation. Either way, defense spending is nothing compared to the big social programs.

[@lancebates]

Inefficient spending is inefficient spending, it doesn't matter whether it's from the military or SS/health care. All of them need to be handled more efficiently. However, I would say Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid have done an almost incalculable amount more to help normal Americans over the last 70 years than the military. We absolutely should spend enough to keep the bad guys off American soil and protect our allies, but we also owe it to our citizens to provide them with sufficient funds for their well being, especially the sick and elderly.

[@jamesjefferson9228]

Well, just as you say one thing, I say another: the social programs have not helped us; they're bankrupting us. I'd rather see individual retirement accounts and a free market health market system (e.g., no state boundaries for health insurance), combined with state and local subsidies and charities (made permissible by a freer and more prosperous people) to help the most needy among us. Government will always be inefficient and corrupt; that's what it does best. And that's why we should ask government, especially the federal government, to do as little as possible. Federal defense is essential, that's why it's enumerated in the Constitution as a power of Congress. Pensions and healthcare are not essential federal functions, and should not be the functions of any government in my opinion.

[@EveyJamo]

Glad to see that he who now carries the torch for Spock is reasonable and rational.

[@parkerhanson4009]

Bill was thinking of Tuvalu

[@caragroves7196]

hi Spock you are great mate

[@waderinga7662]

Funny that Maher talks about Geert Wilders, he is about to become president in Netherlands

[@dannyfrog]

Barney Frank still scares the shit out of Republicans because he should be the model of how politics and working for the American people should be conducted. None of this 'My Way or the Highway' that you see coming from the Right. Frank is very smart and can relate with the working class. It's a damn shame we don't have more politicians like him in D.C. that actually are in touch with reality.

[@ThEBeSt-gx8ze]

love how cs keeps making girl code faces at Maher when that kid talks about his movie. lol

[@chamberofrelics]

Q : Starbucks or Victoria's Secret? Ans : Who charges more per Cupp?

[@Jackson_Hts_Mr_Randy_Watson]

I wish the actor would shut up and allow the Hydrologist to talk about water.

[@DynastyJr]

what book is Frank talking about? I want to buy

[@shaduck06]

Look & listen to the lack of Anger-preTrump!

[@antonymash9586]

I feel that the private sector can do a surprisingly large amount but not under the current set up. You need some kind of social impetus that says you have to be seen to do X, Y and Z to be respectable and their has to be real consequences if they don't. Then you will get a lot of the larger companies and a lot of executives falling over themselves to do these things. You just have to make these cultural imperatives positive and pervading and you're golden.

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

... there* have* to be consequences

[@xFirebird925x]

LOL these people just took over the show...

[@nate5749]

Why Maher's producers believe that the likes of Cupp and her ilk have anything of value to add to these panel discussions is beyond me.