Bill Maher Quotes

Bill Maher is a comedian, television host, and political commentator known for his satirical and politically charged comedy. He is the host of the talk show "Real Time with Bill Maher" and has been a vocal critic of various political and social issues. His wit and incisive commentary have made him a prominent figure in the entertainment industry and political discourse.

The Clinton White House today said they would start to give national security and intelligence briefings to George Bush. I don't know how well this is working out. Today after the first one Bush said, 'I've got one question: What color is the red phone?'

I think capital punishment works great. Every kill... -Bill Maher

I think capital punishment works great. Every killer you kill never kills again.

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This quote expresses a viewpoint on capital punishment, suggesting that it effectively prevents future acts of violence by permanently removing the offender from society. It reflects a belief in the deterrence value of capital punishment and its potential for protecting others.

I think flying planes into a building was a faith-based initiative. I think religion is a neurological disorder.

Religion, to me, is a bureaucracy between man and ... -Bill Maher

Religion, to me, is a bureaucracy between man and God that I don't need.

I do think the patriotic thing to do is to critique my country. How else do you make a country better but by pointing out its flaws?

Women cannot complain about men anymore until they... -Bill Maher

Women cannot complain about men anymore until they start getting better taste in them.

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This quote humorously suggests that women should refrain from complaining about men until their preferences or choices in selecting men improve.

Freedom isn't free. It shouldn't be a bragging point that 'Oh, I don't get involved in politics,' as if that makes someone cleaner. No, that makes you derelict of duty in a republic. Liars and panderers in government would have a much harder time of it if so many people didn't insist on their right to remain ignorant and blindly agreeable.

Religion is dangerous because it allows human beings who don't have all the answers to think that they do.

To me a real patriot is like a real friend. Who's your real friend? It's the person who tells you the truth. That's who my real friends are. So, you know, I think as far as our country goes, we need more people who will do that.

If you think you have it tough, read history books.

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This quote suggests that studying history can provide perspective and context, highlighting the challenges, struggles, and hardships faced by individuals throughout different historical periods. It implies that gaining knowledge of historical adversity can offer reassurance and resilience in the face of personal difficulties.

Suicide is man's way of telling God, 'You can't fi... -Bill Maher

Suicide is man's way of telling God, 'You can't fire me - I quit.'

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This quote uses a dark and poignant metaphor to describe suicide as an act of ultimate defiance or rebellion against God, suggesting that it is a means for individuals to assert control and deny God's authority over their lives.

We are a nation that is unenlightened because of religion. I do believe that. I think religion stops people from thinking. I think it justified crazies.

If you belonged to a political party or a social club that was tied to as much bigotry, misogyny, homophobia, violence, and sheer ignorance as religion is, you'd resign in protest.

Everything that used to be a sin is now a disease.

Men are only as loyal as their options.

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This quote cynically suggests that men's loyalty is dependent on the available alternatives or choices they have, implying a lack of steadfastness or fidelity.

Bill Maher Quotes

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