Bill Maher calls China 'kind of an evil empire' and compares them to the new Islam, saying we can't be honest about them because they're not white. He criticizes the focus on race in discussions about China, particularly regarding the origins of COVID-19.
Key Points
Criticism of China as an 'evil empire'
Comparison of China to the new Islam
Discussion on the origins of COVID-19 and the lab leak theory
Pros
Highlighting the need for honest discussion about China's actions
Addressing the implications of race in discussions about China
Cons
Using potentially inflammatory language to describe China