Even though P. J. O'Rourke was Republican, he called out BS regardless of what side caused it. He did the dirty work of calling out everyone. He may not have been accepted by mainstream as much as he deserved, but he fought the good fight. RIP P. J. O'Rourke. 👼
Weird. I'd meet the elite RINOs like him at the various fraternities in college. On one side were the socialists and the other side were the snarky rich kids.
@@nhmooytis7058 Good one. I agree media powers may get behind a Republican, but Trump already had his turn and burned enough bridges. Despite him amassing a bigger war chest than the RNC, it's not gonna happen. Too much baggage.
@@nhmooytis7058 Excellent observation, and good choice of words. A viable alternative is what Republicans need. Trump is no longer viable. Yet no one has the stones to tell him that yet, cuz he's holding all that cash. And there's still millions of Americans who thinks he walks on water. If you get a chance, check out a video by a youtuber named 'Beau of the fifth column'. He did one a year ago called "let's talk about Trump's accomplishments'. About 6 minutes long. It may sum up how many Republican politicians now see Trump but are afraid to say it publicly.
So based on that surprisingly perceptive analysis from 4 years ago, if the external crisis of Covid hadn't arrived, things might have been quite different for Trump.
A personal literary hero from my teens to my dotage...PJ,and his friend the great Dr Hunter Thompson, were brilliant writers the likes of which we will never see again.
I’ve liked PJ’s wit and scathing criticisms of our ruling class, but he has joined the elitist, cultured mass of snobs who missed the mark on Trump entirely. Trump’s weirdness and idiosyncrasies don’t change the fact that Trump gave a voice to millions of productive people who have been ignored for generations. Nothing more. Nothing less.
Unfortunately, I think his cancer bout was starting around then. There was a very rapid decline in his energy, and his stature at live events, and he started becoming so pale.
I'm a little surprised he criticizes Bannon on his appearance while his own necktie is down by his sternal notch. Not to mention the brown spot on his teeth and his unshaven appearance. Having said that I always enjoyed PJ's writings and discussions. He's a very brilliant man but I think he's over critical of Trump. Of course he doesn't want to bite the hand that feeds him. I will truly miss him.
The only thing I worried about when Trump was elected was : what will happen when there is a catastrophic event , and I personally lived through one in Puerto Rico 2017 - Trump took it like a joke. He is not dumb , just plain stupid.
34-month-old interview and many of Trump's idiocies have become successful policies. Everyone has more jobs, business is thriving, better trade deals, etc. Blacks and Hispanics have more jobs and have a better chance of getting out of jail. Paris Accord verse one Trillion trees is a great climate alternative.
@@warplanner8852 At least Trump knew how to insult people without descending into the scatological, you on the other hand make Trump seem like a adult. How's your traitor hero holding up? Last I heard he was claiming Biden had invaded Russia.
PJ O'Rourke lost his Libertarian Card when he voted for Hillary Rodham Clinton. He didn't need to vote for Trump, but he did need to NOT vote for HRC. Wasn't there a Libertarian on the ballot? Oh, yeah, there was, his name was Gary Johnson, so, never mind.
Wish the genius PJ O'Rourke could have lived to see the demise of Trump. But his elegant uplifting writing will live long after Trump is only remembered for the disaster he was.
@@tmmyjay I'm replying to you as I await TRIAL for my role in the Capital RIOTS of January 6th, 2021. I assaulted an Officer, inspired by the WORDS of President Trump, who everyone thought was REASONABLE....
@@mikewhite4560 --So, you didn't hear the part where he said "peacefully". Too bad. Yeah, I don't blame you for cooperating. Hope that post gets you a light sentence. Truly.
@@KrazyKatPosse --Meanwhile, in 2022, I'm feeling nostalgic for the Orange Troll. I hope your side is looking better in 2024. Otherwise, may God have mercy on your souls, you supporters of the Grey Zombie...
I liked PJ (RIP) but must disagree. Trump never disappointed his base and every day Brandon is in office makes it more likely he’ll be re-elected in 2024.
Well thought out. BTW, the Country has been in the SHITTER since 9/11. But as long as the MATURE Brandon Base is HAPPY the Country can REST EASY. Now give your kids a HUG..
P J O'Rourke espoused conservative political theory for decades and then bitches about Trump when Trump actually delivered it because Trump isn't posh. The Guardian loves P J O'Rourke by the way. O'Rourke is not ant-establishment. He is as much establishment as you can get.
Yep. He's also more PC than your average liberal. He's the type that relies on loaded words like racism, xenophobia, and bigotry to fool people into thinking he's winning an argument.
@@matthewrobinson6986 --There, you've got it! Why try to conserve what doesn't work? Trade policies, energy policies, international relations policies, immigration policies that are all wrecking the country and the mainstream Republicans want to conserve them! No, tear them down. Try something else. That's why Trump was elected, twice.
Even though P. J. O'Rourke was Republican, he called out BS regardless of what side caused it. He did the dirty work of calling out everyone. He may not have been accepted by mainstream as much as he deserved, but he fought the good fight. RIP P. J. O'Rourke. 👼
Well said. A good man has gone.
Talking about Bannon's appearance? Men who live in glass houses should not throw rocks!
"he is not their friend" ... Yeah but PJ O'Rourke is our friend...
i've always loved this writer, one of my favourites. funny, smart. in this interview he does not let up. way to go PJ.
I never liked this guy.
Rip PJ. Your books have given me countless hours of pleasure.
PJ looks like one of my bar regulars that would be there at 7 am to start drinking.
I appreciate O'Rourke, but time has shown him to be completely wrong about Trump.
No. Quite the opposite. Trump repeatedly showed himself to be stupid and dangerous.
@jonathangwynne1917 you've just won the stupidest person on the internet for 10/23/34. Congratulations buffoon.
It was not a naive choice. It was racism and misogyny.
These guys are more ons, grossly out of touch with reality.
For all his criticism little did he know how bad a post Trump world would be.
Weird. I'd meet the elite RINOs like him at the various fraternities in college. On one side were the socialists and the other side were the snarky rich kids.
RIP P.J.O'Rourke, this interview has aged well.
You dolt, JoJo is handing Trump the 2024 election.
@@nhmooytis7058 Good one. I agree media powers may get behind a Republican, but Trump already had his turn and burned enough bridges. Despite him amassing a bigger war chest than the RNC, it's not gonna happen. Too much baggage.
@@harlanjackson6112 don’t be so sure, unless a viable alternative candidate runs like DeSantis.
@@nhmooytis7058 Excellent observation, and good choice of words. A viable alternative is what Republicans need. Trump is no longer viable. Yet no one has the stones to tell him that yet, cuz he's holding all that cash. And there's still millions of Americans who thinks he walks on water. If you get a chance, check out a video by a youtuber named 'Beau of the fifth column'. He did one a year ago called "let's talk about Trump's accomplishments'. About 6 minutes long. It may sum up how many Republican politicians now see Trump but are afraid to say it publicly.
@@harlanjackson6112 --Beau of the fifth column is probably to the left of Mao.
So based on that surprisingly perceptive analysis from 4 years ago, if the external crisis of Covid hadn't arrived, things might have been quite different for Trump.
Prophetic watching in 2021
Whereas pure bullshit in 2022...
"People won't see this for another six months." It's a year and a half latter and counting.
"I thought Trump was unstable, dangerous. I still do” astute and proven Right
R.I.P. P.J. You'll be missed.
If I had the sound turned down on this I would swear it was an interview with Alex Hurricane Higgins in the late 1980s.
P.J to headbutt D. Trump on a re-spotted black?
A personal literary hero from my teens to my dotage...PJ,and his friend the great Dr Hunter Thompson, were brilliant writers the likes of which we will never see again.
A Republican who has not lost his direction, nor who want to please the party by supporting someone who he has no respect for.
Gas shortages, a possible nuclear war, and this droid didn't like mean tweets.
Always leave it to a elitist RINO.
Brilliant analysis from a bright and exceptionally witty man - he will be missed.
And they never knew they were talking about a global pandemic.
Wow this didn’t age well at all.
A rare talent. We’ll miss you. M.
I loved his description of Porsche cars. M.
I’ve liked PJ’s wit and scathing criticisms of our ruling class, but he has joined the elitist, cultured mass of snobs who missed the mark on Trump entirely. Trump’s weirdness and idiosyncrasies don’t change the fact that Trump gave a voice to millions of productive people who have been ignored for generations. Nothing more. Nothing less.
He is your I’d, PJ. Take a good look at him. You helped summon him.
I figured that any friend of Bill Whittle would be a friend of mine. Not.
Good man
PJ Orourke so off the mark here. Not understanding Trump. Unfortunate misstep into oblivion in his last years after a brilliant career..
RIP 🙏 💜🙏
P.J. and I stand on opposite sides of the Great Divide but he is always on the money with the funny....
Brilliant, thank you. M.
It’s ALEC BALDWIN not Alex, and Steve BANNON not Bannion...PJ was slipping.
GOOD CALL...lol 👍
Unfortunately, I think his cancer bout was starting around then. There was a very rapid decline in his energy, and his stature at live events, and he started becoming so pale.
🙏RIP
I wonder what PJ would say about Trump's progress on the economy two years after this video and prior to virus and then handling of the virus itself.
PJ would have pointed out the insane budget deficit and the idiocy of it.
He sure got Trump supporters wrong .
Prophetic. Sorry to read of his passing.
How Rong he was. May he RIP.
Just lost my respect for O'Rourke. just another beltway elitist who vastly underestimated Donald Trump.
Great call. Where will bitcoin be in 2022 ?
What a shock. A person who can't adapt to change.
People & Ideas Ike PJ that got Pres Trump elected. If only you wrote about solution towards getting in the right track, that could have helped.
Turns out a four year shrieking hissy fit did the job, great job guys!
I don't get the "elites" thing. Who are the elites? Trump the billionaire isn't an elite?
Lightweight, try hard, interviewer.
Judge Jeannie 👩⚖️ 🤔
Im a fan of his books but really?! Not impressed...
LOL yeah you're a reader.
Sean what's the point of this pointless comment. Just wondering
@@TheDukeboyz400 It has as much point as any other comment under a video on TH-cam.
That'll teach PJ...
I'm a little surprised he criticizes Bannon on his appearance while his own necktie is down by his sternal notch. Not to mention the brown spot on his teeth and his unshaven appearance. Having said that I always enjoyed PJ's writings and discussions. He's a very brilliant man but I think he's over critical of Trump. Of course he doesn't want to bite the hand that feeds him. I will truly miss him.
I used to respect pj but how could you be a libertarian and honestly believe Hillary would have been a better president.
Exactly. That's how bad this is.
even my dead dog would make a better president than tramp. even Hitler at this point would.
Your dead dog 2020.
PJ has always made a separation between principles and practical realities...and on that front he is right.
HIllary is unliked to say the least, but even her detractors are forced to admit that she is qualified and competent in the realm of governance.
Love PJ 🔥🤘🔥
Trump WAS being bugged, this did not age well.
Cristal ball: COVID 19
He doesn't look very well.
Steve Bannion?
And now that he salutedNorth Korean General? Now that he is wanting Russia to be added to G7? Speak out... Now.
Could these two have been more clueless?
Late American Republic
The only thing I worried about when Trump was elected was : what will happen when there is a catastrophic event , and I personally lived through one in Puerto Rico 2017 - Trump took it like a joke. He is not dumb , just plain stupid.
What are you going to do in the coming nuclear war? Damn you for supporting Biden.
34-month-old interview and many of Trump's idiocies have become successful policies. Everyone has more jobs, business is thriving, better trade deals, etc. Blacks and Hispanics have more jobs and have a better chance of getting out of jail. Paris Accord verse one Trillion trees is a great climate alternative.
Wow, this comment didn’t age well.
@@bigblue82 nor did yours. How do you like your dynamic duo, POTUS Skid Mark and VPOTUS Hoover Vacuum?
@@warplanner8852 At least Trump knew how to insult people without descending into the scatological, you on the other hand make Trump seem like a adult. How's your traitor hero holding up? Last I heard he was claiming Biden had invaded Russia.
This interview had to be "extended" to allow for this man's sluuuuurrrrrred diction...
Fatmericans are all slow.
One less rino, good bye good ridence,
PJ O'Rourke lost his Libertarian Card when he voted for Hillary Rodham Clinton. He didn't need to vote for Trump, but he did need to NOT vote for HRC. Wasn't there a Libertarian on the ballot? Oh, yeah, there was, his name was Gary Johnson, so, never mind.
The best thing that can ever happen to a libertarian is losing their libertarian card.
Wish the genius PJ O'Rourke could have lived to see the demise of Trump. But his elegant uplifting writing will live long after Trump is only remembered for the disaster he was.
"ban-yon"
have beer friend =))))
so says the wannabe King's Jester. Or, more truthfully, a guy who does not even have the comedic savvy or timing of the King himself.
You think Trump is funny? I have had dinner with him, he's not funny at all. He is the worst type of bore.
He doesn't look well here.
Cancer will do that to you.
The COUNTRY?
@@mikewhite4560 Don't understand your comment
I think his cancer bout was starting about that time, unfortunately.
Dead wrong on Trump. R.I.P. though.
Not PJ, the ELECTORAL COLLEGE was in 2016...
@@mikewhite4560 Trump did this country right. Very easy for reasonable people to see this. Especially now.
@@tmmyjay I'm replying to you as I await TRIAL for my role in the Capital RIOTS of January 6th, 2021. I assaulted an Officer, inspired by the WORDS of President Trump, who everyone thought was REASONABLE....
@@mikewhite4560 --So, you didn't hear the part where he said "peacefully". Too bad. Yeah, I don't blame you for cooperating. Hope that post gets you a light sentence. Truly.
@@dandavis8300 Everyone knows President Trump is PEACEFUL. For God's sake just look at his policy of SEPARATING FAMILIES at the BORDER......
Who is this shadowy Steve Banyon intellectually pushing against air?
Hah this didn't age well
@the machinist same thing buttmunch...see you at the ballot box...presuming you can even vote. LOL
Oh, but it did....
@@KrazyKatPosse not in the least. see you in 2024
@@SethDavidson68 Okay 😁👍🏻
@@KrazyKatPosse --Meanwhile, in 2022, I'm feeling nostalgic for the Orange Troll. I hope your side is looking better in 2024. Otherwise, may God have mercy on your souls, you supporters of the Grey Zombie...
I liked PJ (RIP) but must disagree. Trump never disappointed his base and every day Brandon is in office makes it more likely he’ll be re-elected in 2024.
His base are as selfish and ignorant as their hero is.
Well thought out. BTW, the Country has been in the SHITTER since 9/11. But as long as the MATURE Brandon Base is HAPPY the Country can REST EASY. Now give your kids a HUG..
@@mikewhite4560 I’m 70 and the country has been circling the drain since 1963 when the Deep State got away with killing JFK.
@@dunebillyofswanbeach4294 base is singular dimwit. Who’s ignorant? 😂😂😂
@@nhmooytis7058 Not gonna ARGUE with that. JFK, VIETNAM, NIXON & so it goes...
P J O'Rourke espoused conservative political theory for decades and then bitches about Trump when Trump actually delivered it because Trump isn't posh. The Guardian loves P J O'Rourke by the way. O'Rourke is not ant-establishment. He is as much establishment as you can get.
Yep. He's also more PC than your average liberal. He's the type that relies on loaded words like racism, xenophobia, and bigotry to fool people into thinking he's winning an argument.
Whatever Trump was it not was
conservative
@@matthewrobinson6986 Were Reagan and Nixon conservative presidents?
@@dirktyler3643 more or less
@@matthewrobinson6986 --There, you've got it! Why try to conserve what doesn't work? Trade policies, energy policies, international relations policies, immigration policies that are all wrecking the country and the mainstream Republicans want to conserve them! No, tear them down. Try something else. That's why Trump was elected, twice.
TRUMP 2020
LOL 😆
Doesn't end well for Trump or the USA in 2020.
Haha. Desperate Channel 4. They've got TDS.
Donald Duck would be a better president
I deal with pundits like toddlers.