Staff Reports
Bill Maher, the self-proclaimed comedian who loves to rage against the political machine, had a surprising moment of clarity during a chat with Peggy Noonan from The Wall Street Journal. In this unlikely alliance, Maher offered some begrudging respect for Donald Trump, particularly highlighting two areas where Trump shines like a diamond in a swamp: his unapologetic ability to dismantle silly questions and his readiness to engage with the press. Unlike Joe Biden, who seems to treat questions like a game of dodgeball, Trump is out there, ready to take on the media with gusto. His team knows he can handle it, unlike some politicians who need a GPS to help them find their way off the stage.
During the discussion, Maher relayed an anecdote about Trump being asked whether he would visit the crash site of an incident near Reagan National Airport. Instead of giving a stale, robotic response, Trump shot back with a memorable quip about swimming in the water. In true fashion, he not only answered the question but pointed out its absurdity. It’s a refreshing change when a politician can recognize a dumb question for what it is and respond with some humorous candor. Contrast this with the more scripted responses from politicians who act like they’re auditioning for a role in a soap opera, and it’s easy to see why Trump draws a crowd.
NEW: Bill Maher says Trump was “exactly right” to mock reporter over “stupid question” about the plane crash site.
This impression is actually pretty good.
“They asked him a question about the crash, and they said, ‘Will you visit the crash site now?’ Every other politician… pic.twitter.com/NfyLTnMh1p
— The Vigilant Fox 🦊 (@VigilantFox) February 1, 2025
The conversation didn’t end there, as Noonan and Maher pivoted to a wider critique of today’s society, particularly addressing the rampant victimhood mentality in feminist circles. Maher argued that previous generations of feminists stood proud and defiant, asserting their strength rather than wallowing in self-pity. The left, apparently oblivious to this shift, continues to preach a narrative of victimhood, which only alienates more Americans – a tactical blunder that could inspire massive eye-rolls from the patriotic crowd clapping in the back.
Then came the real kicker. Maher expressed frustration with younger generations seemingly enamored with socialism and communism while harboring a deep-seated disdain for their own country. It’s a puzzling outlook when the older set harbors a more positive take on being American. According to Maher, youth today appear to prefer ideals that come from government control over individual liberty, leading to a disconnect that seems destined for disaster. Instead of respecting the hard-won victories of this nation, some individuals are too busy staring into the abyss of social justice.
In a passionate tirade against leftist politics, Maher called out the racial narrative that dominates today’s discourse, highlighting its dangers. He criticized the progressives for refusing to confront the “evil empires” because they don’t fit the narrative of being “white.” By viewing politics through the narrow lens of race, many in the left have not only forgotten the broader context of issues like COVID-19 but have created a toxic political environment that demonizes anyone who dares to disagree. With everything boiled down to identity politics, Maher suggests that it’s no wonder the political landscape looks like a dumpster fire in need of a serious intervention.
And while next week’s episode of Maher’s show may delve deeper into this chaos, one thing is crystal clear: when prominent figures like Maher start to make sense in agreement about accountability and the problematic nature of leftist ideologies, it might just ring alarm bells for those on the progressive side looking to maintain their grip on the narrative.
