"War Has No Role In A Civilized Society" - Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi

Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi reacts to protestors who interrupted her live interview with Stephen Colbert at Chicago's Auditorium Theatre, clarifying her positions regarding America's support for Israel and dedication to the creation of an independent Palestinian state. Her book, "The Art of Power," is available now.
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[@deborahanntaylor375]

Thank you, Stephen, for your response to the protest. You acknowledged the legitimacy of the concern and still maintained decorum and respect for your guest. Well done.

[@GarethMeasday]

Colbert was as usual outstanding reasonable and respectful. Americans as a whole but maga mostly, obviously, must learn that there is no place in society for violence and lies. The 1st amendment should not allow any idiotic politian to constantly lie and grift, it shames our species! Respect is free.

[@Figs3]

He still won't call it for what it is, a Genocide.

[@katstevens8266]

@@didntwantahandle Pal + Is = LOVE Hammas is planted evil between

[@bencodykirk]

@@didntwantahandle It's a late night talk show not a political debate. I'm not disagreeing with what you're saying, just that it wasn't the most appropriate time and place for that sort of thing.

[@c5097170]

He needs to be politically correct.

[@brettwalkerpr]

This, for me, is what Stephen Colbert does very well at times; he acknowledged the protests, he gave voice to them for the audience at home and asked the guest questions on the subject, but also expected the protesters to allow the guest to respond.

[@bimyouna]

I have to say... I have all the sympathy in the world for the innocent civilians of Palestine, but as time went on I was increasingly convinced that the protesters we heard only cared about themselves -- they weren't even interested in an answer; they were just there to scream.

[@cindycimetta3137]

Stephen is and will always be the fine southern gentleman his family raised. Class act!

[@thorblondal3371]

and he also allowed the guest to give pandering non-answers. Stephen should stick to interviewing movie stars if he's gonna let members of congress completely dodge responsibility for funding a genocide.

[@Echo81Rumple83]

hence why he needs to be a moderator for the next presidential debate, imho.

[@cindycimetta3137]

@@Echo81Rumple83 Totally 👍

[@jacobwansleeben]

This video is what made me learn that Stephen is professional in more than just comedy.

[@cityonfoot6023]

@@2bb-2 everyone has their own journey. What takes you a second can take a decade for other people, and vice versa.

[@Freeden]

It's not the first time he's exhibited this kind of professionalism on the show. He's had ideological opponents on before and shown the greatest respect, even asking the same of his audience when they wanted to boo. He has respect for the process of intellectual and ideological exchange.

[@melodyrichardson5051]

@@2bb-2 That's just needlessly rude. People like you are why conservatives hate liberals.

[@jacobwansleeben]

@@2bb-2 Do you think he researches and writes all his scripts? Do you also think I've been watching his show for a while and didn't only just start recently?

[@PowerDiva]

@@2bb-2 You know who's not a professional? Someone who ridicules others for no real reason. Maybe they just recently started watching his show. Maybe they are just the kind of person who doesn't watch any TV at all. Maybe they have only recently started to tune into politics. There's a lot of reasons someone might only make this discovery now. Your response is full of a lot of assumptions and privilege, mixed with a disdain that really has no reason to exist. Do better.

[@dcworld1076]

the way he handled the protestors was so well mannered

[@keepnitreal101]

As a audience member it was so heartening to see his response

[@gallery7596]

The fact they were using profanity on live tv alone would've gotten them expelled from the audience of other shows. Colbert showed great restraint not having them ejected during the commercial break.

[@ianw0ng]

way better than how kamala handled her protesters at her rally.

[@gallery7596]

@@ianw0ng Or Trump when he gets protestors. I remember "Get 'em outta here! Bye-bye, mommy!"

[@marshamariner7897]

​@@gallery7596.. I noticed that.. no bleep...just silence...live TV is a bit difficult...even Stephen was ..beeped...he was very good w them 👁‍🗨👁‍🗨🌊🌊🌊🌊✌️✌️🌊🌊🌊

[@marcoantonvega]

Thank you for your grace, and for holding space for that voice of dissent.

[@shellymercurygaga9164]

Oh that's clever. Voice of dissent. It's clever because Pelosi is the emeritus-- or voice of dissent... The Irony is that the protestor and Pelosi share the same views so I don't know why they chose to protest Pelosi?

[@toothlessseer3153]

Compare that with how the 'Orange God' and his red hatters would have responded...

[@k_hack9441]

The “voice of dissent” was unnecessary in that type of forum. Protest in a more appropriate way bc you’re not gaining allies by shouting and annoying everyone else whos there to watch a show.

[@raincadeify]

@@k_hack9441 The DNC welcomed parents of Israeli hostages to speak and refused requests of pro Palestinian DELAGATES to speak. Protests are an effort for voices to be heard when other avenues shut that speech down. It's exactly the same posture they take, in expressing concern for the "children dying" while sending more bombs to kill more children. You are not getting a fair picture of the conflict because the media is colluding with elected officials who are paid hundreds of thousands of dollars from the Israeli lobby. The US is uniquely able to shut this mass murder down immediately by withdrawing "support". The Democrats are in office right now, so that's primarily on them, and they are letting us get dangerously close to WW3. We will not jet off to a safer place if the bombs start dropping here. We don't have underground palaces waiting for us to flee to, just like the Palestinians don't have a choice as their homes are being turned to rubble and their communities are slaughtered. The protestors are trying to save lives; to the rich and powerful, we are expendable.

[@uhmidk7]

@@k_hack9441 "protest in a way that we can ignore you" If a protest isn't disruptive, is it really a useful protest?

[@stevenklocinski8558]

Colbert is such a professional. Good on him.

[@steveconn]

Getting paid big network moolah helps.

[@sheridan140]

He's definitely a pro at having his head up the Dem party's ass, and Pelosi in particular. Sickening how he salivates over her, who's as corrupt as a Republican. May be my only complaint on him.

[@t.d.186]

A pro? He let her get away with vapor. (Good to hear she thinks Chicago is Great! Substance!)

[@hotjani809]

🇺🇲🇪🇺🇮🇱🇺🇦🇦🇱

[@sheridan140]

@stevenklocinski8558 My only real complaint on him is that he's a pro at keeping his head up Dem party butts, especially this one who's as crooked as any Rep...

[@rylan...]

Stephen is so incredibly professional. Respecting the protests while still managing to keep things honest and on track. Major respect for that.

[@teressainthe303]

As an online viewer, Colbert is cool, calm, and collected and quite courteous to both his guests and the protesters. I can appreciate his response and how he does want to hear from both sides...as it should be. Well done!

[@itspersonal3351]

There is no both sides in this instance. Currently we do not have a majority in the House. Biden is not running for re-election. He is doing everything to bring peace, but then we have Trump directly calling a far right leader further obstructing the process, quid-pro-ing AGAIN for his own political gain, and committing yet another crime. We are 70 days until the most important election of our country’s history. Even if Harris plans to take a stronger stand against Netanyahu, this is NOT a time for her to do anything, as SHE is not in power. While I fully support these protesters cause, they are going to cost us the ability to do ANYTHING because THEY will cost us our slim chance to regain control of the House AND the Senate. They can easily throw this election to Trump, thanks to our draconian electoral college system. Acting out in this crucial time, DEMORALIZES the very volunteers working every day 24/7 to help Dems win this election. It also depresses turnout for those who are not paying attention to the news and aren’t engaged in politics 24/7. It’s absolutely ridiculous to do ANYTHING other than be CIVIL. Demonstrating as a peaceful protest is different than creating civil unrest.

[@xlxDxlx]

Stephen has more poise and professionalism than 90% of the mainstream new media - and credit to his crew and producers too for not just calling security and having them yanked out of the theater. The cable new companies should be taking notes.

[@sck7503]

He would have lost all credibility

[@coyacha1]

We need more of this kind of respectful yet open conversations. I am impressed on how Stephen handled this difficult moment!!

[@00SmileTime00]

When exactly did the open conversation happen?

[@madisonmiller4581]

I mean... the protester was allowed to speak, rather than escorted out. ​@00SmileTime00

[@00SmileTime00]

@@madisonmiller4581 That's not an answer to the question. The fact they weren't escorted out in no way means there was an "open conversation" And let's be clear, if this wasn't live there is _no way_ we would've heard anything about it. This is literally the only mention this show has had of a protest that's been continuously running for _ten months_ now.

[@NCISfreak123]

Was in the audience. So impressed with how he handled the protesters. He did the best to respect them but also keep the show moving. I think it was really important, while I found Pelosi/Jeffries’ responses a little too weak for my taste, was that they heard an audience of thousands clap and cheer anytime a ceasefire or an arms embargo was mentioned. I truly believe that with enough pressure, our voices will be heard. Thank you Stephen and team for creating this great show and making a space for us to confront our leaders with what we desire 🇺🇸

[@SRosenberg203]

It would be nice if the audience cheered and clapped so much about the notion of the hostages being returned.

[@Darkvega2k7]

I gotta ask, what is a "strong" answer to you? Though I'm disgusted with the level of response of the Israeli government. Fact is that Hamas struck first. So besides advocating for a two state solution and condemning the heightened response of the Israeli government. What answer counts as "good enough "?

[@thelifeofyahya]

@@SRosenberg203 maybe the audience can do simple math and they’re not supremacists like yourself. Everyone wants innocents to be safe. But cheering for an end to slaughter which has already killed over 40,000 people most of whom are women and children makes perfect sense and it’s weird that y’all keep trying to minimize that by pivoting back to 100 or so hostages who are mentioned every single political statement at the beginning and end by every Western leader every single time this comes up.

[@thelifeofyahya]

@@Darkvega2k7 a strong response word be addressing the reality of the situation rather than the disingenuous framing that Americans have become accustomed to. Perhaps initially by calling for an end to occupation that predated October 7 calling for Justice for the hundred killed in the West Bank (250 by October 6). A weak response is responding the way you have - treated this like a overzealous unchecked military action rather than just the most egregious escalation in the ongoing subjugation of the Palestinian our government enables in inviolate of domestic and international law

[@inherblues7261]

@@Darkvega2k7 Hamas only struck first if you count history as starting from October 7th. It did not.

[@NewMessage]

Kudos for not sidestepping that one!

[@ieatyou12100]

what the fuck are you talking about, she gave the exact same bullshit non-answer democrats have been spewing for 6 months, she absolutely sidestepped the heart of the issue/protests

[@archmage_of_the_aether]

The answer was unfortunate. If Biden has been front and centre in the middle east for decades .. and it has never gotten better.... how is this good on Joe

[@kanderson-oo7us]

​@@archmage_of_the_aether But the situation HAS gotten better in the Middle East over past decades. It's far from ideal, of course - but it has been much, much worse.

[@ianw0ng]

she did sidestep it. what kind of answet is that??

[@krishadyn5211]

@@archmage_of_the_aether How come Jesus didn't create peace in Jerusalem? Its not just 2000 years of conflict between Jews and Arabs since then, the greater Mesopotamia was thousands of years of conflicts beforehand. Joe Biden is skilled and self-sacrificing but if even Jesus failed, don't blame President Biden for not fixing the Middle East.

[@marjoriepollard3342]

“War has no place in a civilized society”. Agreed.

[@luc9388]

Then why is Biden/US still funding and arming the war in Gaza against innocent Palestinian civilians?! It’s not about defense from Hamas/hostages anymore…that’s not even taking into account what’s happening to Palestinians in West Bank and Israel itself…she’s a joke.

[@robertsmith5744]

@@abscond2 W and DICK should still be in Prison.

[@robertsmith5744]

W and DICK should still be in Prison.

[@jimsykes6843]

@@abscond2 It's important to call this out. I have been protesting American violence for years, back to when I was young and protested the Iraq War. I abhor America's role in global violence. It's shameful. But to say that's all we do is reductive and leaves us in a space without hope. America is, and has always been, more than its bad foreign policy decisions. To say otherwise forecloses the possibility that we have ever tried, ever, to live up to our ideals. We are not perfect, but we are also not sheer and total evil. Get it right.

[@mattnelsion3498]

War is just the physical arm of the political body people understand as long as their are divisions their will always be war

[@jogreen3081]

Nicely done. That is how it should be handled, no matter how disturbing it is.

[@Jesiahjesiah]

Hardly a disturbance when there's a literal genoc!de trying to get acknowledged. And she still didn't address the issue pressed on the US' role in supplying the arms that are being used so indiscriminately.

[@teabean7]

Hats off to Stephen for asking the protesters to not interrupt his guest without disregarding their questions.

[@00SmileTime00]

Except he did completely disregard their questions. Can you even say what their questions were?

[@HomestawWunnoh]

@@00SmileTime00 4:26 sounds like he's quoting or paraphrasing what someone yelled

[@00SmileTime00]

@@HomestawWunnoh So that's a no then?

[@venishapillay9696]

​@00SmileTime00 They were asking for the USA to stop supplying arms to Israel. He addressed it. She replied with, "Israel has a right to defend itself".

[@kidunderabridge]

@@venishapillay9696 Some people with the protests have definitely lost the plot. At this point I am starting to think they are all just bad faith actors trying to lose the dems the election. I know I shouldn't feel that way, but it's on them for doing this bullshit. Late Night Shows is not the place for that shit. Stephen is not affiliated, why are you ruining his vibes and fun with this shit. We don't need to make Israel/Gaza a part of EVERY ASPECT of our lives to show we care. These protesters are at this point going overboard that it's off putting. Again, I am starting to think they are just bad faith actors as this point trying to get trump elected

[@markcunneen8525]

Well handled Steve...

[@paintedpony2935]

Stephen. NOT 'Steve'. Learn a modicum of respect from him and use his preferred, legal name.

[@inherblues7261]

@@paintedpony2935 relax

[@mpinchi3433]

@@paintedpony2935 its not that serious bro

[@thehumanity0]

The people are giving them no choice. The Dem base is angry and we won't be ignored any longer. Biden has been saying for 8 months that a ceasefire is only 1 week away in sight yet they continue to gaslight us

[@zorglub667]

Very mixed feelings about this one. (1) lots of respect for colbert that he not only let the protests be heard but also repeated the followup about arms without any kind of reframing, full well knowing that that would put Pelosi out of the comfort zone of agreeable talking points. (2) Pelosis answer to the first question was fair but indeed unsatisfying because it's evading the core question of arms delivery (3) on the other hand, it most certainly is not in Pelosis interest to have Netanjahu continue with his unspeakable cruelty. Based on that assumption and knowing Pelosi to be an experienced strategist, it kind of follows that shes probably calculating that it's best to hold your cards close to the chest, if you will. Who knows what kinds of pressure they are applying to Netanjahu behind the scenes. Or not. But I'd really be surprised if they were not, because even assuming a cynical 100% self interest , even from such a position of self interest, an interest in ending these atrocities still logically follows. Oh well. For the moment, thank you colbert for handling this with decency instead of shouting "someone show those terrorist supporters the door" or similar dishonest BS like we've heard in so many places lately. And yeah, all pro Palestine people hopefully realize that still, for an actual chance for peace, the dems must win at all costs. Trump is a million times worse on this matter. And both Harris and Walz have signaled a much more critical view of this horrible subject compared to Biden. In not too subtle ways. As non subtle as they can without supplying the GOP with a chest full of dishonest talking points that could cost the election (and with that, any chance for peace in the middle east whatsoever).

[@VersusHearts]

I have legit seen video of some of the protestors saying they prefer a Trump Presidency so "democrats can know next time to listen to them" and it's just an incredibly self defeating and self destructive messaging from them.

[@cumincalamity9867]

I think his name is spelled with a 'y' not a 'j'. Everything else you said is spot on.

[@Lorangebeatrice]

You should show terrorist sympathizers the door. Your opinion is silly and you write so much without saying anything. Good luck with your mixed feelings. I don’t have mixed feelings on showing support for anti-Semites, hypocrites and those who hide behind children. There are 2 million + children in the USA living with food insecurity. Most are BIPOC. Why don’t you care about that real systemic injustice that’s a lot closer to home?

[@latinwanda]

Love your response, but in particular how you point out what is awaiting the Palestinians and Israel should Trump win. The pro-Trump Jews & anti-Biden pro-Palestine individuals are so blinded by an illusion that will blow up in their face, in epic proportions, should Kamala lose. People do not want to realize that Trump’s cause is anti-Semitic & Islamophobic, but it IS authoritarian & completely anti-democratic!

[@zorglub667]

@@cumincalamity9867 I know, but it's one of those rare and weird cases where the spelling differs from country to country (I'm not from the US) due to the original spelling being based on a different alphabet. If you allow a wiki quote : Benjamin Netanjahu (Hebrew בנימין (ביבי) נתניהו English Benjamin Netanyahu) Of course you could argue that when writing in English I should also adapt the spelling and get over the habit of how he's spelt where I live, and I fear you'd be right, so, point taken anyway ;)

[@gallery7596]

I remember Letterman once threatening to remove an audience member for saying "whoo" twice. The fact these protestors were using profanity on live tv and he didn't have them ejected shows how tolerant and cool Stephen Colbert is.

[@susan174]

Excellent and sensitive responses from Stephen and from Nancy Pelosi. What a great illustration of power used subtly and strategically and wisely. Hats off to this powerful woman and her service to us all. I’m sure she’s human, not perfect, but honorable and deserving of great respect.

[@Magnetron33]

Well said. She has been invaluable in fighting the MAGA disease. Trump fears and respects her

[@blipmachine]

Forever grateful to Nancy for kicking Trump's butt and putting him on a leash while he was in office.

[@StephenHunts]

Let's give the ORANGEMAN his "last" chance and vote him out FOR GOOD on November 5th!Bye PUMPKIN 🎃 HEAD

[@ndo533]

​@@didntwantahandletheater or not, she whooped his aas 😂😂 dog walked him the entire 4 years. He was so weak

[@fleece192]

She ripped up Trumps agenda at the state union.

[@Dantana424]

​@@ndo533How

[@coraggio93]

I love how she tore up the copy of his SOTU speech whilst the applause was going on. DAMN, that was great!

[@evertvandenberghe]

My youth… but you might have read it in a history book… wonderful!! :)

[@stacyqween3280]

that was hilarious!!!!

[@tytn9978]

That was indeed a cheeky response from Speaker Pelosi, not unlike something a Granny might have said to her grandchildren!

[@jimmycricket5366]

Wonderful for what reason?

[@evertvandenberghe]

@@jimmycricket5366 for her own insight and making the joke… some people can laugh about themselves…. But hey, why so serious?

[@sandmonjones8004]

I dig the way Steven handles the Guest, Protester and commercial with maturity and dignity. Colbert could be a great choice for Presidential debate.

[@firelunamoon]

Pelosi doesn't always give the answers people want to hear but this woman is a master strategist. What she does behind the scenes is worth a million times more than the words she speaks in public. Protest is important, but let's not lose sight of the fact that effective action in geopolitical matters often takes place behind closed doors, not on auditorium stages.

[@greatgoldino]

The issue is, most of the time people don't want actual solutions, they want tweets. You can say "we are working on a ceasefire to bring an end to the conflict" but that's not what they actually want, they want you to say "this side is terrible terrible bad awful". Nobody likes to hear about progress made behind the scenes, they want instant gratification now.

[@thorblondal3371]

"behind the scenes" you mean all the insider trading?

[@ieatyou12100]

@@greatgoldino "behind the scenes" like transferring Israel another 20 billion in armaments? that sure is helping end hostlities

[@akaimizu1]

Thing is. I know people are passionate about this. Yes, lives are on the line. But some, especially the younger ones, don’t realize that most of the immediate and fast “solutions” end up with way more death than the right solutions. Historically, in that part of the world, that always was the case. Why would it be different, this time? And, going forward, I expect some issues will be especially a little more tricky given the way 45 betrayed the Kurds. (A lot of U.S. Citizens were and still are quite steamed about that)

[@renegadeoffunk32]

Working in politics is an understanding you're not going to make everyone happy especially with those who place emotion above nuanced thinking about the issues.

[@user-wp5lm8pv4s]

Thank you Stephen for asking her to answer the question and not just ridiculing the protesters. That is the discourse we need

[@ThemFuzzyMonsters]

Indeed 👍🏻

[@anniehasting1133]

Screaming and heckling isn’t discourse

[@ittybitatunc]

Kudos to you Stephen Colbert and to you Madame Speaker, for listening to diverging view points and responding to their concerns. You are both excellent leaders!

[@ps374249]

I think the Speaker does also deserve some recognition for that. There are a lot of politicians who would fully refuse to engage with the protester, even if the host asked them to. I also want to point out that she gave her position, which she knew wouldn't appease that protester. She softened it a little bit ("Israel has the right to defend itself"), but she didn't lie about what her position is or has been, or what Israel has done and continues to do.

[@JohnSmith-pg9ns]

Nancy Pelosi is such a strong women with grace. When she stood up to Trump at the meeting in front of everyone and stood his ground he realized he can't intimidate women like Pelosi. Such a strong beautiful lady

[@NateyCat]

Well done good Sir and Madam. Keeping composure and addressing the situation in a calm manner. ❤

[@t.d.186]

"calm" is not what is needed. It is not an answer. Stephen let her get away with a nothingburger.

[@theDaoistBean]

An example of how to address a gigantic political issue in a concise and respectful way....on a late night show. Anyone who would expect more does not perhaps realize this is not a congressional hearing or even a press conference!

[@inherblues7261]

@@t.d.186 exactly

[@ck9292]

She lied about us waiting on Hamas to accept the deal. Hamas accepted it. The current Israeli administration wants to keep the genocide going for political gain. If you don't believe that Biden and Pelosi are lying about that then you must believe they are incredibly stupid and weak for letting Netenyahu play them repeatedly. Would Trump be far worse? Yes. But on the issue of genocide, it is already beyond unforgivable. The killing of any child is unforgivable. Just because Trump is rotten doesn't mean the Biden administration isn't also rotten on this issue. Biden will be know to history as the president who aided and abetted a genocide, much like the allies to the Nazis. He began so strong and then ruined his legacy with this unforgivable refusal to reverse course even though a majority of Americans condemn the genocide at this point.

[@bcb7443]

First woman as House Speaker and longest serving! Amazing career!!

[@Moby-i3s]

I am happy that Stephen took the time to address the protestors concerns while having such an important guest on his show that can speak for America. What is happening in Gaza is unspeakable. If America can do as she says and help create a two State solution that will be a huge success. And if anybody can do it, it will be the democratic party under the leadership of Harris/Walz.

[@wallacerigby4393]

Wish most hosts was this respectful and helpful for voices of decent.

[@SamLyndonShow]

Decent? The hecklers' entire aim is to be disrespectful, and hound out anyone that disagrees with them. People chanting for "Intifada" don't want debate or to "be heard", they want su*cide attacks against Israelis. Like - look up what actually happened during the last Palestinian intifada.

[@anahata2009]

*dissent

[@wallacerigby4393]

@@anahata2009 thank you

[@helman-tov]

Generally, or just when they express your opinion?

[@ninaglasgow6629]

Thank you, Stephen, for listening to the audience.

[@falkopietsch5948]

Impressive way to acknowledge and handle protest during a live show and be respectful towards guest, audience and protesters all the way. Chapeau!

[@user-gq3xm4bj6z]

👍💙. Stephen Colbert is AWESOME! 🤩.

[@streef88]

Well handled Stephen... As per usual, pure class.

[@t.d.186]

No. He did NOT make her answer Q1. He allowed her to deviate.

[@melodyrichardson5051]

@@t.d.186 No, he didn't. If you protestors had an ounce of common sense, you'd know that the protesting was inappropriate.

[@kap_516]

@@t.d.186 i'm confused as to how late night tv is somehow on the same caliber as like, the news, in that genuine political debates should go on during them. using platforms to speak on issues is one thing but holding entertainment media to the same standard as credible news is preposterous. stepehen colbert not questioning a politician about palestine will not make or break the support/movement in america, nor will other entertainment media not shedding light on the topic: activism should be taken seriously, i think protesting at a late night talk show is disrespectful to activists making real change.

[@streef88]

@@melodyrichardson5051 so your take away from my comment is that I am a protester? 😂😂😂😂

[@mattufosnorgjr.1031]

@@streef88 They were replying to the guy underneath you, not you.

[@ZoniaC-e9k]

Stephen you're doing an awesome job!

[@henriklarssoneurovisioncha6515]

Those protester might have a talk with Trump since the news are saying he told the Prime Minister not to sign the next ceasefire deal because it would benefit him if the deal is not signed ..

[@krishadyn5211]

Just like Reagan and Iran. Just like Nixon and North Vietnam.

[@dt750]

These protesters are cowards. Democrats are soft targets for protests. Trump rallies not so much. That's why you'll never see them interrupt a Trump or Vance speech.

[@sydneylockett8129]

Facts!!! I was thinking the same thing

[@TheJB84]

The perfect seems to be the enemy of the good more often than not. Pragmatism is important.

[@InverseAgonist]

Democrats can be shamed into doing something, Republicans can't. That's why.

[@02bher1]

As a Canadian 🍁I am not ashamed to say; Nancy is brilliant and inspiring. ❣

[@RWald8888]

As an American, I haven't always agreed with Nancy's policies, but I've always respected her. She can be gracious when needed but kick ass when necessary.

[@CB-zt6qs]

As a Canadian as as well, I totally agree.

[@Moby-i3s]

Indeed.. same for me.

[@Figs3]

@02bher1@@02bher1 you REALLY shouldn't be praising Nancy. She's not a good person. That's like us calling Trudeau, amazing like... Not really

[@writeJANTYRATLIFF4President24]

you don't represent Canada, we have to live with Genocide Joe and Lyin' Nancy

[@katherinebourdiline7521]

Srephen showed a tremendous amount of respect towards the protestor, and I'm grateful that he asked Nancy about the war. But I'm not really satisfied with where they ended the conversation. Israel is defending land that they stole. When do Palestinians have the right to defend themselves?

[@DouglasRichardson-er4ky]

Nancy is one of our old school woman warriors 😎🫵🏼🦅🗽💙🇺🇲💙🇺🇲💙🇺🇲💙🇺🇲

[@Catalystresource]

She was in line after vice president if anything ever happened to those two and she would have been the first female president! A powerful woman figure indeed, way ahead of her generation...

[@jorgegonzalez-larramendi5491]

It did not seem the "protesters" wanted a dialog.

[@JeffDaye-b6c]

Nancy Pelosi - truly a class act, and so deserving of the title "Speaker Emerita" - long live your ideals!

[@grahamnorris7315]

Has amassed huge riches as a public servant on a public salary.

[@GhostStealth590]

Little respect for Pelosi as she was ready with her two-state talking point she's been saying for months, but Kudos Stephen for asking a hardball question. I miss the days you used to ask legit hard questions for these career politicians.

[@political_junkie]

If we want Kamala to win, we have to give her the tools to do so. If you can, please volunteer, donate, phone bank, text bank, knock on doors, and write postcards, especially in the swing states of PA, MI, WI, NV, AZ, GA, and NC. You can also do the same for competitive Senate races in MT and OH so that Democrats keep control of the Senate and appoint new Supreme Court justices.

[@jacquelinephillips1608]

Mailed a check yesterday, VOTING FOR KAMALA AND TIM VOTE BLUE 💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵

[@nata3467]

YOU are so right- I am in Wisconsin and believe in doing everything possible to support Kamala and down ticket candidates

[@JohnDoe-pk2hs]

I'm afraid I'm not able to give any of those things. She can however have my vote, along with the rest of the Democrats...... for whatever little that counts for down here.

[@political_junkie]

@@jacquelinephillips1608 Thank you! Everything we do from now until November matters.

[@political_junkie]

@@JohnDoe-pk2hs Thank you!💙

[@marianneh9868]

I think Pres. Joe Biden will be very happy that he refrained from running for second term once all is done and over with.

[@starshake8998]

If nothing else, he gets to focus on maximizing his last few months as President and getting as much done as humanly possible. I hope he gives Teddy Roosevelt a run for his money on the number of deeply consequential Executive Orders he signs at the last possible moment.

[@cheapfinish6224]

Kamala's gonna fuck up the country, just because the dems are a better option than Trump doesn't mean they're better for America at all. The left are war-mongoring lunatics.

[@krishadyn5211]

As an ex-President, he could also be involved as an important person with no pressure on him. Acting presidents do sometimes ask for former presidents to get involved in low visible ways.

[@Unique_a_chicka]

Wow he is wonderful, amazingly skilled in front of a large live show, incredible at difficult situations and beautifully comical. 😊❤ one of kind soul that Stephen Colbert!

[@texasbluebonnet4303]

The ongoing problem is that Netanyahu has never wanted a two state solution. He has made it clear for decades now that he doesn't really want peace.

[@GeorgeBerberian]

Agreed. A two state solution is not a reality at this point. What's left of the West Bank is non-contiguous enclaves that can't truly be administered, and Israel polices much of the land. It's partly because of the peace accords in '93 and the non stop settlers which makes the two state solution an impossibility. The Palestinian Authority also has it's share of blame but I feel Israel shoulders most of it. And most western countries turned a blind eye to the settlers illegally taking land from the West Bank.

[@omark310tell6]

Thank you Stephen for respecting the protestors , people like yourself are the ones who restore my faith in the media .... you are a beacon of hope .

[@gnirolnamlerf593]

I have to say, Chicago may be great and Pritzker may be great, but isn't it greater to live in a country where you are allowed to protest against a policy of your government that you don't agree with...live...on TV? Try that in Russia, China, North Korea, Venezuela, Thailand, Equatorial Guinea, Tajikistan, Cambodia, even Singapore, and dozens of other countries, where protests against the government are considered to be threatening to the security of the nation? That is what Kamala Harris is fighting for, among many other things. That is what Donald Trump is fighting against in his vow to exact retribution from his political enemies, to equate his own fortunes with those of the nation. Well, that's what autocrats always do.

[@ieatyou12100]

for the past 10 months, police across the US have violently suppressed pro-Palestine protests, what the actual fuck are you talking about? you are delusional

[@blipmachine]

Harris Walz 2024, obviously 💙🌊

[@disastermaster3K]

So you want more wars?

[@Spencer-F0x]

@@disastermaster3Kso you didn’t listen to anything here? First, friend, they’ve been working towards a ceasefire for months and have been planning a path to a sustainable peace even longer. Second, if you think electing TRUMP will prevent wars, I don’t know what rallies you’ve been watching but I regret to inform you he is not exactly the candidate of peace and anti-war here.

[@disastermaster3K]

@@Spencer-F0x keep smoking whatever it is you’re smoking. No wars were going on under the Trump administration.

[@vxppaul2575]

I was never a fan because I can admit I wasn’t smart enough to realize how clever and BOSS LADY, Madam speaker is really a marvelous politician. Respect

[@saitodosan9377]

I feel the same way! Used to hate her. Really have come around to loving her in the last few weeks.

[@michaelbayer5094]

@@saitodosan9377 Pelosi did a great job in her 2 stints as Speaker. When Obama was elected, she was instrumental in passing legislation so the Great Recession was not the Great Depression 2.0. Also, without her the ACA never would have passed. It was on life support despite huge Dem majorities in both chambers. She kept Trump on as short a leash as possible in the modern era of the imperial presidency. She skillfully handled both impeachments knowing the Senate would never convict but she did not shy away from the fight. And again like in 2008-09, when COVID hit, she made sure American families received government aid. She has passed the torch to Jeffries but remains the eminence gris. She demurred, but there's been enough reporting to believe she was instrumental in pushing Biden to his reluctant decision. It may be for the best but aside from being a huge gamble, I feel it was disloyal and not the act of a friend. Even if it had to be done and only she could orchestrate it, it still leaves a bad taste.

[@dawnstanley1733]

Glad you gave her a chance. She was the best woman for the job.

[@thorblondal3371]

BOSS LADY WOO BOSS GENOCIDE WOOOOO USA! USA! USA!

[@pamelamattox7881]

Thank you Nancy, love you Nancy. Vote blue 💙 in 2024

[@skinnybuddha8988]

She couldn't even say the words Palestine

[@fzakrzewski]

​@@skinnybuddha8988lol, watch it again

[@00SmileTime00]

​@@fzakrzewskiProvide the time code where she said the word.

[@ck9292]

She lied about us waiting on Hamas to accept the deal. Hamas accepted it. The current Israeli administration wants to keep the genocide going for political gain. If you don't believe that Biden and Pelosi are lying about that then you must believe they are incredibly stupid and weak for letting Netenyahu play them repeatedly. Would Trump be far worse? Yes. But on the issue of genocide, it is already beyond unforgivable. The killing of any child is unforgivable. Just because Trump is rotten doesn't mean the Biden administration isn't also rotten on this issue. Biden will be know to history as the president who aided and abetted a genocide, much like the allies to the Nazis. He began so strong and then ruined his legacy with this unforgivable refusal to reverse course even though a majority of Americans condemn the genocide at this point.

[@patriciamurfitt4590]

The very best Speaker in the history of the House. Thank you Madam Speaker 💙🥰💙🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊

[@Magnetron33]

I thought Sam Rayburn from Bonham Texas was a really great speaker and so was Tip O'Neill.

[@1Bornconfused]

I'm glad protesters came and called out the hypocrisy that is the foreign affairs actions of the US, to her face. I greatly respect and admire Stephen's handling of the situation, giving space to the view of the protestors as well as allowing Pelosi to respond (however weakly). Now if only the Republicans could learn a lesson from this.

[@thehumanity0]

Unfortunately the entire Democratic apparatus is responding weakly. They wouldn't even let a Palestinian-American (Congressperson or otherwise) speak at the DNC, they were rejected across the board & yet let numerous anti-abortion Republicans speak & even a family of an Israeli hostage who were ON THE SIDE of the Palestinian protestors & said they should speak as well

[@user-vt1qw3xo5o]

I just bought Nancy Pelosi's book and will start reading it tonight! Hooray for Nancy Pelosi and her service to our government -- the voice of reason!

[@Sofistacation]

A very smart politician, but her views are irrelevant today. America needs to move on from this conception of foreign policy

[@tarasalvi6873]

She reads the audiobook, it's pretty good.

[@Pistolita221]

Colbert, what a man! And Nancy did such a good job as well, I wish the hecklers would have laid off so she could speak, regardless of whether you agree letting her speak is important. You always want to come off as the more civilized person, especially when critiquing. I hope we get to see Nancy again, and really hear her speak!

[@CarlosSanchez-et8qm]

Amazing little interview Steven and team. Great content, greatly handled, Nancy has clear words. I agree we need overall peace in the world.

[@ravipeiris4388]

I wish americans were as upset when Iraq was occupied by the US and over 100,000 civilians died during that time 😢.

[@SRCouper]

Terrorist organisation perpetrates violent act against a country. Said country engaged in a campaign to "wipe out" said organisation leading to mass civilian casualties, displacement and international condemnation. As applicable in 2001 as it is now. How little the world has learned...

[@ShadowSong634]

Me too. I marched my ass off during that time in many protests. I didn't agree with it then and I don't agree with this crap either. I am against the military industrial complex!

[@diletante6800]

And Bush didn't even get a slap on the wrist. Then eventually became a "cute, funny" media darling.

[@nunyabidnith7110]

...I mean we were? We protested like crazy back then. What we didn't do is harass an ethnic minority because we were angry at Bush. But we sure as hell DID protest.

[@kingace6186]

Post-9/11 paranoia was a very rampant back then. People rallied around the flag after the attacks and Bush used that unity to wage opportunistic wars. Most Americans believed Bush's lies. Things are different now.

[@tytn9978]

This was an amazing interview, with memorable quotes, and it reminds me that America - at her best - CAN make a positive difference in the wider world ... as long as voters allow Democrats to be in charge, not only of the White House, but also of Congress.

[@candytripn]

It's great that he actually address the protesters but ended up letting her give such a cop-out response. 40,000 dead innocent it's not defending yourself and that needs to be addressed. Do more Colbert... You have the sway to actually press for real answers.

[@genevakeith8547]

"Israel has a right to defend itself" shouldn't mean America should supply them with weapons.

[@beebuzz959]

I agree. And Palestine has a right to defend itself too. However (and sorry there's a however but there is), there's more than we're privy to knowing that affects how it can be handled. And t-rump has said he would support Israel. As a matter of fact, a lot of the reason Israel felt emboldened enough for their horrific attacks is because t-rump built an embassy in Jerusalem, and in a speech, declared Jerusalem belongs to Israel.

[@Cynthia-s2p]

I’m pretty sure as fellow members of the United Nations we are obligated to supply arms to Israel. However,they may not be fighting fair. That’s not on the U.S. The UN has called for an International Cease Fire,has it not?

[@user-dn4fu8uy2q]

The Jews have been persecuted for years and years. Let them have their country and fight the evil islamists that want to banish everyone but themselves

[@ck9292]

Yes. This! Hamas already accepted the ceasefire deal. Netenyahu is the person refusing to accept it because he wants to keep the genocide going for his own political gain. Like Trump, he faces corruption charges the moment he leaves power and this war is what is keeping him in charge. Pelosi is LYING when she claims that we are waiting on Hamas and she knows that. The protesters know that as well. This was never about Hamas. This is about Israel in their refusal to end the genocide they are committing. And it is about our refusal to condemn them for it while instead aiding them in that crime. Period.

[@samionita2008]

Plus, Israel doesn't have the right to defend itself, it's an occupation.

[@thelipstickgal]

I love how Stephen encourages Ms. Pelosi to address the concerns of the protestors, and for the protestors so not disrespect Ms. Pelosi. What a gentleman for seeing both sides and giving voice to both sides in a difficult interview.

[@DonFearn]

THAT is the way to respond to hecklers! Thank you Stephen and thank you Nancy! For so many things for so many reasons but especially for your deep respect for people!

[@daquidi]

calling protestors hecklers is suck a trumpian thing to do. people protester for women's rights, against segregation, against the vietnam war, against iraq war. they were not hecklers. they were brave.

[@jacobwansleeben]

Ether that, or the classic Obama response: "You're in my house." 😂

[@taz09216]

40,000 dead people? where is their respect?

[@diananunez7]

@@daquidiProtesters are not hecklers. Not the same thing at all. I thought both Stephen and Nancy handled the situation gracefully. 💖💙

[@ieatyou12100]

Hecklers? you should be ashamed of yourself

[@anthonyjames4383]

We love you, Nancy VOTE 💙💙💙💙

[@Condottier]

He handled it way better than she did.

[@cherylcarlson3315]

Am constantly in awe of Madame Pelosi's calm, knowledge, courage. She is incredible

[@Magnetron33]

Considering that she is aware that maga crazies were literally gunning for her in the Capital, She has pretty much more guts than any man or woman I know of. Always positive it will turn out ok.She is really what great leadership is all about.

[@Brandon_Olson]

Stephen handled the protests perfectly, in respecting both the protesters and the guest. Well done.

[@jeank8061]

Nancy P was at Kennedy's inaugaration? Dang, she's old - but looks so good for her age

[@NONONannette]

10! Out of 10!

[@ILoveFountainPensCdn]

Well done to balance respect for your guest and their time, along with the concern of the audience member(s?) who interrupted the interview.

[@erikawitlox]

The way that protest was handled was very respectful

[@SGBetancourt]

Thank you Stephen!

[@dafreedomfita]

God I love this guy, smooth bro. Class act.

[@andarwarje8127]

Stephen Colbert could teach politicians a thing or two about listening to protesters imo

[@j.dunlop8295]

Harris & Walz, caring, vote to do more for "our neighbors" and all fellow Americans! Vote 🩵 🇺🇸 💙 Obamas' excellent support of a (better future, less weird!) 🩵⚖️🇺🇸

[@F22PN]

Colbert is such a gentleman

[@rikkiechambers4959]

Wow very nicely handled Stephen ! Even if her answer was typical politics 🙄 sigh the issue is not an easy one and that was masterfully handled sir !

[@kuzya9355]

Stephen is a class act 👏

[@Deauxp._]

I didn't even think I could love Stephen Colbert more than I do but the way that he handled those protesters was beautiful and should set an example for all people with the platform! Nancy, the whole propaganda of Isr@3l is just defending itself is just fodder at this point.

[@Lisa_P73]

Stephen you did a wonderful job handling the protesters! Him and Nancy went out of their way to educate them as much as they could in such little time they had. I hope protesters heard them and are willing to educate themselves on the agreements the US has made the Internationally after WW I & WW II. They probably won't, though. Education is Power.

[@stephenvinson6474]

Nancy Pelosi!!! THANK YOU. Tip O'Neill was a great mentor!!

[@dchasehuneke]

I admire how Pelosi was able calmly articulate how the US is committed to the two state solution. End the violence. Help Israel feel safe being Israel and help Palestine feel safe being Palestine.

[@sadierift1201]

Her little laugh at the end was genuinely adorable!

[@TJ-TJ]

There is no ceasefire and ending the war agreement. Israel doesn’t want to end the war.

[@karinapinn2431]

Yes, Madam Speaker the Governor was wonderful today! ❤

[@sarahhagan4259]

Stephen, you are a master at your craft.

[@Lightning-speed27]

SRI CHINMOY: "Peace means a FLOOD OF LOVE in the WORLD FAMILY." Much love to you all from Koala-Land .... 🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@infinityadx]

Unfortunately Madam Speaker Emerita it’s little too late for lecturing us that war is not for the civilised world.

[@Fieldsiren5342]

Protesters are on the right side of history

[@alekz112]

Yup. One of the rare comments in this frankly despicable comments section. Israel is modern day Nazi Germany, and most comments here are ghoulishly callous about that fact.

[@OoO-wq9cu]

​@@alekz112Hostages

[@Catalystresource]

They both know that living in a democracy means you can protest and disagree with those in charge. Sometimes it's just in the wrong place at the wrong time but it's still a right that we have, and they both respected that.

[@March22012]

“Please don’t interupt my guest.” Well said and classy, Stephen!

[@TheWtfanime]

That was masterfully handled by Stephen.

[@reckresendiz2627]

War has no role, we do.

[@michaelwaller342]

Man Stephen threaded that needle well right!?

[@PatriarchyPatrol]

He's a pro and terminally online because of his job

[@thesystemera]

Didn't answer the question about weapons. Completely deflected. How disappointing!

[@thomas_henrus]

This was masterfully handled, Stephen! Thank you for using your platform to give Gaza a voice.

[@treschlet]

Stephen is such a class act

[@kellyroper5256]

Whoa Stephen. That was cool

[@nikkastail]

Mikhail Gorbachev gave up power for the betterment of his country and people

[@itsvictoroyedeji]

No matter what side you're on the Israel/Palestine confilct...one thing that's true is the root issue of the conflict has been going on for over 100 years. I'm not even sure a 2-state solution (although that is progress) would solve their internal issues -- even if the U.S. stops sending/selling arms to Israel. And that's what's sad about all this. What's even sadder is that a lot Black folks -- who support Palestine's struggle -- are actually upset with them right now because they are interrupting a historical Black event (Harris' DNC nomination) to make it about themselves. Yes, that sounds harsh but alot of us feel that way right now. Anyways, it's going to take the UN (who created the original Israel Palestine split in 1947) to really do something about it. Or this conflict will continue for another 100 years.

[@LeCrenn]

That does not sound harsh at all. It sounds accurate.

[@CHEYMIX]

on your first paragraph; they said the same thing about slavery

[@sydneylockett8129]

Facts!!! I was just going to say this. Even if a ceasefire deal comes the real sad and undeniable truth is for how long?

[@beebuzz959]

@@CHEYMIX I don't think there is a side to this war, unless it's peace vs. attacks. Then it would be like slavery, which, sadly, many republicans think should be a thing.

[@rrickarr]

I always thought Colbert was such a joker but in this clip, and the clip of the pervious section show that he is really a very skilled and professional personality.

[@jenna250]

I feel like he handle that so well!

[@effayahyaoui]

She cannot even bring herself to say Palestine and she's talking about supporting a 2-state solution. What a load of BS and hypocrisy.