We react to George Carlin - You Have No Rights | (comedy reaction + thoughts)

[@sselt]

Japanese Americans were rounded up and made to live in camps for a time during World War 2. These people were mostly born in the USA and were citizens and there was no evidence that they were acting as spies for Japan.. I don't know if you are familiar with the Star Trek TV and films, but early cast member George Takei was put into these camps with his family when he was just a little boy. Read about it on Wikipedia.

[@robclark8889]

You do realize that the U.S. did that because they were concerned about the safety of the Asian Americans due to backlash. Not only that, but how many spies were actually captured while doing that. The true citizens were able to weed out the ones who were against the U.S. They didn’t play. They understood why they were separated and they did everything they could to try and show which side they were on.

[@python27au]

As sad as the concept might be, it had purpose. You see the thousands of people marching in the streets, shouting threats and causing trouble? Look at all the violence in the media lately. Most of it because two foreign countries are at war. Now imagine you’re actually at war with one of these countries, how much trouble would these dissidents cause then? Do you want to fight a war in both the foreign country and your own? Do you want your troops to get killed due to a lack of equipment, because the factories that make it or transports that deliver it are sabotaged? Or the enemy knows every move you’re making because of the hundreds of spies relaying information? Do you want to be continually looking over your shoulder, or remove the potential threat? The other reason was their protection. Imagine your father or brother was killed how would you feel about the Japanese kid in your class? You might try to take out your anger and frustration on him. Lots of people were treated badly by ordinary people who were suffering a great amount of loss. There was a lot of anti Japanese and german hate long after the war ended, i saw the effects of it when i was a kid.

[@mryoutube9311]

​@@python27auwhat the fuck are you talking about? These were US citizens rounded up with no evidence of wrongdoing

[@python27au]

@@mryoutube9311 you didn’t listen to a word i said did you.

[@Wangpi3ce]

@@python27au All of those _would_ be valid points if they were treated with any amount of decency. They were not. If they were "marching in the streets, shouting threats and causing trouble" then yes, I could see some grounds for detainment. The vast majority were not. They took everyone from normal, hardworking men to pregnant women and children, and they were taken from the comfort of their own homes. "The other reason was their protection." is a fat load of propagandist horseshit considering they were mistreated horribly. Unsafe, uninsulated barracks in an area where days could get over 100 degrees and nights could drop below freezing. Extremely unsanitary conditions, poor diet and overcrowding that led to rampant outbreaks of dysentery, typhoid, tuberculosis and more. You can say whatever the fuck you like, but there is absolutely no justification whatsoever for the violation of a person's basic human rights.

[@cmanayf4354]

This one should be required as a mandatory watch for every American.😮 Thanks CC!!

[@jamesalexander5623]

They should make the SCOTUS Watch This! .... The 6 MAGA Justices think it's OK to take away People's Rights!

[@jdogzerosilverblade299]

honestly play this in every school and watch how many people go from obedient slaves to critical thinking people who would better the country. and not just this but most of his stuff.

[@AndrewMartin-fw2lt]

I hope you are both safe and well.

[@placebo5466]

I've been thinking the same thing. I really hope they post soon just so we know if they're alive.

[@Leon_nct]

@@placebo5466 I visited the channel for the first time. Could you please tell me why is everybody asking if the guys are okay? Where are they from?

[@TheCoupleCrib]

Hey guys 🤍 Yes we're safe as we are currently outside of Lebanon. We already shared an update on a community post 🙏 Thanks for your concern 🤍

[@brcage]

​@@TheCoupleCribthanks god ❤ was just coming to make sure aswell like the others...

[@Urizen777]

@@TheCoupleCrib Happy that you're well. I follow several reaction channels on YT, but you two, besides being very likable, seemed like such genuine and kind people from the very first time I've watched your content. I wish you all the best and be safe.

[@deadmaniam3818]

Welcome back! I have been worried sick about you both. So happy you are ok. ❣

[@-RalphSpencer-]

Really happy to see you guys back.

[@anthonypanepinto9685]

George was an activist ,philosopher and comedian all in one.

[@nwdiscer420]

Sure hope your both safe. Absolutely love your reactions!!

[@mikeakey3358]

George Carlin is a timeless philosopher

[@sandwiches-o3f]

Actually, he was a comedian. Not once did he use ot accept the corny, pretentious "philosopher" title. George would have found it a ridiculous idea.

[@miked2445]

One of my favorite portions from any of his standups.

[@mattscoggins]

Glad y'all are well and safe!

[@markherrick2180]

You guys are a lovely couple.

[@louielouie22]

He's my all time favorite comic. I saw him in 92 in NYC the saving the planet show.

[@jeanneale9257]

Fantastic reaction Great content Peace love from England ❤

[@paullombard779]

I wish and hope you are both safe and well, bless you both. Stay safe and well.❤❤😂😂

[@stephenclark3774]

Carlin is absolutely brilliant!

[@lockstar169]

You guys are the first people I've ever heard discuss the paradox that exists when it comes to supposed "unlimited" rights. George has said many things over the years but the hallmark of some of his more provocative statements is that he just wants to realize the truth on your own, just as you have.

[@3rdOption-l9t]

⚖ She figured it out quickly, and most reactors never even stop to think about that implication. She is definitely smarter than he looks. 🤔

[@irollerblade13]

We all have most of the answers already in our own head if we push aside all of the BS and just think logically without a bias or feeling. Your 100% right tho. He deff believed in some form of the theory teach a man to fish not just give them fish.

[@3rdOption-l9t]

@@irollerblade13 A problem some folks have with Carlin is being able to distinguish between what he _believes_ , and what he _says_ he believes, combined with some absurd exaggeration for comedic effect. These two don't seem to fall for that, though. It's also troubling, yet comforting, that, even after all this time, the truth 💣s George drops resonate with US citizens, and folks from around the world, as people start to wake up and realize that their "local" corruption issues aren't actually local at all.

[@GJKemp]

I hope both of you are ok. 💛

[@christianokolski9701]

12:50 ... exactly! George Carlin would be proud that you understood the philosophy behind his humor.

[@staceypeters1585]

Unlimited rights means we all have to trust and believe our fellow people have our best interests at heart and we would have to have their's in our hearts. It's the ideal society. Too bad we are all sinners and not saints, otherwise this might work. Although we will never reach it, it is the struggle and desire to reach this perfection of humankind that keeps most of us going❣️ Thanks for the honest reaction and keep them coming. Been listening to George Carlin for 40 years and I'm sure he would love the fact he made you think!

[@andreaslindblom9140]

"..aaannd the video seems too be one pixel..". 🤣 That made me laugh, thanks! 👍

[@charlesnath1]

I love your reactions. You are so open and thoughtful.

[@KyleBillie]

"The further a society drifts from the truth, the more it will hate those who speak it." 8:33

[@python27au]

“Cross your heart and hope to die?” That was whats kids said in my day.

[@Pomdownuder]

Good to see you're well. Keep your heads down guy's, 🇱🇧 🐅

[@weevil601]

The problem of two people's rights conflicting with each other is encapsulated in an old truism: "Your right to swing your arms ends where my nose begins."

[@JamesEvil9]

I grew up watching Carlin (much to my stepfathers chagrin,him being a Preacher) and I always credit George as one of my heroes. Not for "saving me" but instead for encouraging me (and all of us,really) to save myself. We lost a truly great man when George died but i'm grateful that his legacy lives on and that so many young people are being made aware of his work here on youtube. Thanks for posting and keeping the good word alive.

[@JamesGilburt-lb7sg]

Hi guys, I hope you're well and are staying safe? I loved your reaction to this great George Carlin bit, he is the best! But as good as this GC bit is, his two GOAT bits are 'The Death Penalty' (including Capital Punishment) & 'Four Groups That Gotta Go' - please react to those next, they're absolutely hilarious and the maestro is in fine form in both of them. Take care, love from the UK.

[@jameshuston9589]

Really like how you discuss and try to understand, together.

[@bobbycorrigan7969]

Great job again guys. Stay safe, love & prayers from Maine USA. 👍🙏🙏

[@cmhazard7242]

Wonderful insight after watching the video. I love this reaction to Carlin’s interpretation of rights.

[@patrickblair1336]

Love you both. Be safe

[@yvetteadshead4212]

Good to see you both, keep safe ❤

[@marcometachternaam6150]

Hope the 2 of you are save and stay that way.. Crazy world right now, certainly in your area..

[@tunafarrell2067]

I got to see him perform live back in the 1980's (I am old), he was amazing on stage.

[@johnhewett9483]

George carlin is brilliant... its funny how the real truth although shocking is funny

[@Darth_Lunas]

Great reaction. One of my favorite Carlin bits.

[@tayhum90]

Hope you stay safe.

[@RandyAnkeney]

It really makes u think bout life uh LMFAO 😂😂😂

[@Beluga_Too]

Old George is iconic... same as every other George.

[@lukusblack6442]

Anything that can be taken away is not a right. As for control... We only need to be controlled because we're forced into positions where criminality is necessity, and government is oppressive and cruel. In a society where no one is hungry there would be far less criminal behavior to be controlled. Less hunger means less theft, and less bigotry as there is nothing to blame on any groups. Tension also decreases which cuts down violence and even overall mental health. A society without worry requires no control.

[@Boomerbox2024]

Thank you. That was the most thoughtful discussion I have heard in a long time.I like the idea of looking to the beginnings of things to understand what they are. I was surprised that you didn't ask who the first person to have "Rights" was, and why did they need them?

[@79mib]

Love you two, love this bit. ❤

[@teknotony]

Cool T-SHIRT Carol , love you guys reactions , Peace Love from the UK

[@RandyAbbott-i5j]

Stay well.

[@rogerbrannon9832]

Hope you guys are safe over there. Im praying for you

[@jameshuston9589]

The only thing that they can "take" from me is my body. My mind and my soul, I will never let them.

[@LetItBeSummer-1]

Love this one!!! I’ve been watching Carlin at least every week since 2020 when I discovered him online during the pandemic. And he speaks for so many people all across the world not just Americans. (I’m 🇨🇦) So many similarities everywhere you go because humans are humans.

[@johncole282]

Great reaction nice job great couple We definitely are losing more and more wrights as time goes on since George Carlin spoke these words

[@UncleCharlie111x2]

God would be looking out for you? LOL That indirectly is me, me, me, me!

[@harryrabbit2870]

Enjoyed your reaction. If you like George Carlin, you really need to check Dog Stanhope beginning with his stand-up on "Nationalism". Stanhope's style is very similar to Carlin's. They're both East Coast guys who deliver a message while they're making you laugh out loud. Highly recommend him.

[@5tran9eMCMLXXII]

I definitely agree about Doug Stanhope. I would also add Judah Friedlander, especially his show "America Is the Greatest Country in the United States" - it also skewers American exceptionalism

[@martinperry5072]

One item of interest. Check out the phrase German Americans 1942. A bit of a different response.

[@93sabbathh]

In 1942 we took the rights away of alot of American born Japanese citizens. You can travel through the camps today. It wasn't as horrific as the German camps but it's up there with some of our worst atrocities.

[@PhatFreddysCat]

We all lost our rights in 2020 - around the world. 🌏

[@Flobbydobby]

This bloke is pretty spot on…

[@davidtullis2810]

And they took away all their land. Now that land is where most of California's produce is grown

[@weaselsdawg]

perceived buying up of land by japanese immigrants was a big point in the racist anti japanese sentiment that helped fuel support for internment, its not a coincidence at all that internment was a massive wealth transfer from minorities to white people. racists cannot stand seeing minorities legitimately succeed in the same system that they couldnt

[@audriusbaranauskas6227]

Very good insight that "unlimited rights" and "no rights" eventually lead to the same situation. And yes, google the 1942 thing that he mentioned.

[@davida.j.berner776]

"Rights aren't rights if someone can take them away..." Frightening to think how relevant that still is today. Possibly even more relevant today than when Carlin said it.

[@johnabbott257]

Yes. John Kerry's talking about scrapping the first amendment, because his cult no longer controls the narrative. That's some fascist schitt right there-

[@dmwalker24]

I hope you, and your family are doing ok, given the current situation. I wish there were something we could do to stop what's happening, but as George pointed out, we're all kind of at the mercy of our governments, and their ambitions.

[@petrinisumaa4759]

I miss George.. He spoke his mind (and in a very funny way)

[@JoyceStrayhorn]

I'm so glad to see you guys on today I'm worried about you great to see you

[@redbeard6669]

But when a corporation kills a town full of people by poisoning their water supply they get a fine and a slap on the wrist. But when someone goes out and does a mass shooting they get life in prison or the death penalty. Why aren't corporations held just as accountable for their actions especially since they fought for their company's to be known as people

[@robertevans2450]

Authoritarians, be they the people of the faiths of the world or people of the politiclass of the world, all wish to use some unquestionable leverage to shape behavior under the guise of noncompliance is an eternal sin. Our hearts know what is righteous, we don't need a book or a President to tell us what is good or bad behavior. We innately know. I am so happy to see you both and to know you are safe and currently not in any danger. I wish for you and yours, good health and blessings.

[@michaelgnit8476]

Good to see George Carlin is still alive and reaching new people.

[@therealhotdog]

He's only alive now in these video's, so he will live forever , he passed away in 2008 😪

[@michaelgnit8476]

@@therealhotdog I realize that I just communicated it clumsily.

[@PaulWalker-hz6zp]

He's talking about the fact that Japanese- Americans were treated very badly in 1942. Pearl Harbor being December 7th,1941.

[@pt9167]

They were placed in internment camps.

[@robwebnoid5763]

@@pt9167 ... Yeah & the weird sad thing is that the US called them "Internment camps", because it sounded more positive & neutral, when in fact "internment camps" is exactly & practically the same as "concentration camps", a wording that had become negative in those times of WWII. It is government doublespeak & I am sure George Carlin fans know about his "Soft Language" routine. Ethnic Italians & Germans in the US were also interred/concentrated, but nothing in the amount, about 10 times less, compared to the Japanese, simply for the fact it is easier to visually recognize Asians (including Asian stereotypes & prejudice in the US) than others who looked more white & with more European sir names & also harder to differentiate. 09/19/24

[@arifsaleem5467]

It's all about control, it has always been about control.

[@Smartlife69-ut1hm]

He's talking about the 120,000 Japanese Americans who were interned during the second world war.

[@eaglehead1]

also German Americans

[@_eclipz_]

Love George, miss the man. He was one of a kind. Hope you two are ok.

[@danielcantwell9600]

Thinking of you both and hoping all is well with you and the family

[@caroline___]

I hope you too are good. Love from me in America ❤❤❤

[@emmsdad]

excellent discussion. thanks

[@rasmusn.e.m1064]

The Roman playwright Plautus agreed with Elie in this case; "Lupus homo homini est, quom qualis sit non novit" ~ "The man that is unknown by the other man is not a man, but a wolf." Thomas Hobbes, arguably the first modern conservative truncated it to "Homo homini lupus" ~ "A man to a man, a wolf" and used it to argue that centralised authority (a king) was needed to keep freemen from killing each other over petty issues, and to keep nobles from treating their peasants like pigs. In any case, we probably need to believe that we have something in common with each other- Otherwise, we have no reason to treat each other the same. That's why Carlin is exposing a pretty dangerous truth there. Some people can't seem to find the humanity in others without some kind of authority figure telling them not to.

[@JRush374]

I find Curtis Yarvin's arguments for monarchy interesting, although I'm not fully convinced. Particularly nepotistic monarchy. Democracy clearly has its faults(e.g. The US government and the easily controlled dogmas/narratives of the masses which cause mass murders of children, sometimes doing this on the side of their supposed enemies according to these narratives). A king or queen that wants their progeny to rule after them is incentivized to not make the lower class so impoverished or subjugated that they revolt and kill off their bloodline. A representative democracy allows for people to lie themselves into positions that make them enormously wealthy at the cost of many children to "protect democracy." They use democracy as a euphemism for the empire's hegemony in order to convince the public that what they're doing is for the Greater Good.

[@Beerglass1980]

Too much wisdom too much information in one clip,well said! From a comedian/philosopher and teacher

[@MichaelCRush]

Carlin was brilliant. So glad you're doing his videos. Still very eager to see your reaction to Webby and Ren's "Baggage"...

[@ruperterskin2117]

Appreciate ya. Thanks for sharing.

[@jameshuston9589]

"We" don't have to be controlled. Don't know about you, but, I control myself. If you can't, you will be.

[@lawsonic]

Tell your friends.. you have no rights

[@musicairplanes4884]

If a certain person gets elected again comedians like Carlin would be arrested and jailed.

[@danielbrooks5585]

the treatment of Japanese Americans during WWII is a national embarrassment for us Americans. what Carlin said is so true, you have your rights until someone takes them away.

[@notintohandles]

Another timeless monologue.

[@johnathanstruble1064]

30 years later....wow.

[@saintdenis3238]

It was 2005

[@galemartin9155]

👨🏿‍🦲 I am a black man of many years. I am old enough to remember seeing Malcolm X on TV. Believe me when I tell you.... the next 4 years are going to be unlike anything you think you know. We are on our own now.... all of us. Good Luck.🤙🏿

[@jackempson3044]

The older I get the more I'm convinced of another side. Is it a God side I don't know but there's definitely a spirit world. I've seen too much to deny it to myself. Where there's smoke there's fire. There's just so little we know for sure in this universe. Anything is possible far beyond our knowledge.

[@610vegas]

I hope you are both safe. Take care praying for your country.

[@rusty9129]

Thank you both for having an honest discussion about what you just listened to. Mr. Carlin 's talks were meant to make his audience think and laugh. They were very uncomfortable for some people because it forced them to see their own beliefs and world views from a different perspective and it clashed with their own structures. Where are you two from originally? How would George Carlin's logic be received in your home country?

[@juanheredia2293]

A deep conversation with you two drinking tea? Id listen to that podcast !

[@jackempson3044]

He became an angry bitter old man in his later years.

[@Jedicake]

"Bill of temporary privileges"

[@haisakomi]

You should look into Ricky Gervais too. Amazing reactions as always 🙂👍

[@stevekoelliker6764]

Do I remember correctly that you live in Lebanon? If so I hope you and your loved ones are ok. Senseless violence. 😢

[@BeOtterMyFriend]

I think they are from Lebanon, but not IN Lebanon atm.

[@RalphBrooker-gn9iv]

As a Brit this is my first glimpse of Carlin. Manhattan’s answer to Stephen Fry. Though George came first. So Fry is Cambridge’s answer to George. You get the point.

[@that70slifetimetravel]

Great reaction, as usual! I'm anxious to see you get to his observations on "The Death Penalty" and "Flying on the Airlines"! They're not as deep as what you've hit so far, but they're HILARIOUS! 🤪

[@IASP17]

seems like Carlin was trying to wake people up in his last couple of specials. atleast more than in his older ones.

[@SteveInTheOC]

We hope and wish the best for you and your family and friends there. All this unnecessary violence has to stop. Stay safe, we’ll be here when you come back. 😞

[@LetItBeSummer-1]

Police can’t lie like they used to anymore because of police cams they must wear when on duty, which is great. Made things better, imo

[@BrianSheely]

Carol is an absolute goddess

[@BigDave423AAAO]

Raising the right hand is a leftover tradition from the past when they used to mark the palms of guilty criminals, often by blade or hot iron, to identify what type of crime a person has committed. The judge would ask for a person to raise their hand to see if they committed a certain crime, think if a witness has been found guilty of perjury, or if the defendant has previously been found guilty of the same crime as the one being adjudicated, then the judge can make rulings during the trial and/or adjust sentencing accordingly.

[@johnathanstruble1064]

Please finish, the end of this routine, cuz George was just getting warmed up...the finish I believe is titled the American Dream, what you saw was the warm up to the finale, and it delivers!

[@redbeard6669]

Unfortunately Mr. Carlin is dead. I really would like to see him realize how right he was about everything.

[@raymondbrown2135]

Glad you're back! Although I hoped you would be back with some Ren, you've missed out!

[@rotabo001]

no, in 1942 we stripped Americans of Japanese decent there right to be free.....but google the most highly decorated in US Army history.