Maher Says Republicans Disrespect America More ‘Than Any Football Player Ever Could,’ (Video)
thewrap.comdo you like about America? It’s not democracy,” Maher continued. “You stand with a president who tried to pull a coup. And a dozen Republican nominees for Senate and governor in this year’s mid terms say they absolutely will not commit to accepting the results.”“Elections only count when we win them?
That’s what America is to you now? That shows more disrespect for the flag than any football player ever could,” Maher said.
He then noted Senator Mike Lee of Utah, one of several Republicans who have said “we’re not a democracy.” “No, not the way you want to run things.”“This year at least 27 states have introduced or enacted laws that restrict voting.
If you say you love America, don’t you also have to love the idea of everyone getting to vote? Don’t you have to love the peaceful transfer of power?” Maher added.“Republicans remind me of the trophy hunters who say they love wildlife.
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