In a discussion on a podcast, comedian Bill Maher expressed skepticism regarding former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's chances in the NYC mayoral race. Maher cited the COVID-19 nursing home scandal that marred Cuomo's reputation as a significant impediment. Although he does not believe Cuomo acted maliciously, Maher pointed out that public trust is fragile in politics. The conversation reflected differing views, with the host of NewsNation suggesting the scandal might not dictate the results of the race, while Maher strongly disagreed.
"I like him. He's been on my show now a couple of times, even did the panel, which was great, I think. I don't think he's going to get past the nursing home thing," Maher said.
"Politics is a highwire act. Yeah, like one boner decision can - yeah, people go, 'I'm sorry, I can't trust that guy's judgment,' or they don't," Maher stated.
"I think he's got a lot of pressure against him within that party, and they're going to have to make a decision whether they want to be in power or they want to police their own set of beliefs within their party," the NewsNation host said.
"I do," Maher retorted when discussing whether the scandal determines the race.
Collection
[
|
...
]