Political commentator Bill Maher expressed concerns about the rise of democratic socialism within the Democratic Party during an episode of his HBO show "Real Time" on August 1, 2026. Maher criticized the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), suggesting that their ideology resembles communism. He stated, "Not a week goes by..."
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Bill Maher Critiques Democratic Socialism on HBO Show
On August 1, 2026, Bill Maher criticized the influence of democratic socialism in the Democratic Party during his HBO show. He drew parallels between the Democratic Socialists of America and communism, expressing his concerns about the movement's growth.
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Maher knocks democratic socialists as communists: ‘They’re not trying to hide it’
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Bill Maher Critiques Democratic Socialism on HBO Show