Television host Bill Maher is calling on Americans to stop pretending they have deep moral convictions, accusing the public of adopting temporary beliefs for convenience or social approval.
In a candid commentary, Maher argued that many so-called “core values” often vanish when they clash with personal comfort, financial gain, or popular opinion. He pointed out how people who loudly defend certain principles frequently abandon them when they become inconvenient.
Maher also criticized both political sides for this behavior, saying the left and right are equally guilty of shifting positions when it suits their agenda. He cited cultural trends, political outrage, and shifting stances on issues like censorship, war, and corporate influence as proof that many Americans’ beliefs are more performative than principled.
He emphasized that consistency in values is becoming rare in a society driven by tribalism and click-based validation. His remarks sparked widespread discussion online, especially as political and cultural debates continue to divide the country.