He said: Once you leave the womb, conservatives don't care about you until you reach military age. And of course, they're all looking for that dopamine hit of getting likes and comments from people who agree with them. You know, those posts that pretend to be modest, but really they're just a way of showing off. )'B^E_2yKg&. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, Use the actual ChatGPT bot (not GPT-3 models) for all your conversational needs, Try out the powerful GPT-3 bot (no jailbreaks required for this one), Generate unique and stunning images using our AI art bot, Chat with the BING Chat bot and see what it can come up with (new and improved! This shit they shuffle around every four years? We don't need that many. Its called the American Dream,because you have to be asleep to believe it. Its hard to say if he was a Republican or a Democrat, however, as he refused to vote, considering it pointless because voting, as he said, is the illusion of choice.[4]. Watching the video and reading the transcript are, interestingly, two different experiences. They're a digital petting zoo. 01. POLITICIAN:WERE ADDRESSING THE PROBLEM AND WE'LL SOON BE PROCEEDING. (CLAPS, LAUGHS). They don't fall out of the sky. Everybody complains about politicians. But here's the thing, folks. They're worried that some day in the future, they might be personally inconvenienced. Then watch the video. Everybody says they suck. Video Transcript - In Defense of Politicians (George Carlin, 1996) "Now there's one thing you mighta noticed I don't complain about: politicians. Because if it is really just the fault of the politicians then where are all the other bright people of conscience? A friend is someone you can count on. Two is all you need, folks. Something is wrong here. Theres a nice campaign slogan for somebody: the public sucks, fuck hope. Were fucked. George Carlin > Quotes > Quotable Quote (?) People trying to make the world save for their Volvos. Everybody says they suck. Overnight I became a sun-worshipper. This wiki was last updated on 11 Apr 2012 by: Today we're opening contributions to all readers. Well, where do people think these politicians come from? 183 21 193 0 obj ', Defense of 2nd Spanish Republic - 1936, Jimmy Reid: 'A rat race is for rats. They dont care about you at all at all AT ALL. However, most of his bile was reserved for conservatives and Republicans. And theyre elected by American citizens. Theres a reason. The planet has been here four and a half billion years. It was during the waning of the Nixon years, where confidence in government was beginning its slide down to the Stygian depths where it rests today; the Vietnam War, and racial unrest, continued to rage on. %PDF-1.7 % Add in a bit of effective protest and it might even turn a bit faster.). Most of the images you will find here are available for license or purchase. If you vote and you elect dishonest, incompetent people and they get into office and screw everything up, well, you are responsible for what they have done. They own you. I dont vote. Politicians have traditionally hidden behind three things, the flag, the Bible and children. Quick Guide. Two reasons I dont vote. George has been quoted as calling this his favourite HBO special of them all due to its continuous flow-on nature and high standard of writing. He often commented on contemporary political issues in the United States and satirized the excesses of American culture. Well, where do people think these politicians come from? 0000003901 00000 n Speakola is a labour of love and Id be very grateful if you would share, tweet or like it. Given the nature of our current Administration, I thought it timely to revisit what George said years ago (Back In Town HBO Special, 1996) about American politicians and the American people who elect them. He and his "seven dirty words" comedy routine were central to the 1978 U.S. Supreme Court case F.C.C. Power, Politics & American Sports [transcript] [VIDEO CLIP] Jesse Owens: To me, politics has no part to play on the field of strife of . That's because now he's feeling the heat and so as time passes and more evidence comes in he suddenly changes directions and tells us: POLITICIAN:WERE TRYING TO GET TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS! "We're so self-important. And don't get me started on the selfies. His political commentary was scathing and on par with any of the greats, Pryor, Chappelle, Bruce. hb```b``na` cc`ahd`phQD"#. -{- f1^u0`cp@&CUoM;v> [wptabtitle]Friends[/wptabtitle][wptabcontent][twitter-feed username=shoq mode=search id=323794037750513667][/wptabcontent] This country was bought and sold and paid for a long time ago. Some parents deserve respect. The PEOPLE are fucked. <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents( \n h t t p s : / / d i g i t a l c o m m o n s . Complete biography of George Carlin . <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents( \n h t t p s : / / d i g i t a l c o m m o n s . 0000001596 00000 n Theyll get it. Theyll get it all from you sooner or later cause they own this fucking place! Maher is a liberal who has endorsed at least the last two Democratic presidential candidates. They don't pass through a membrane from "another reality". Maybe something else sucks around here. What's with all the selfies? Conservatives want live babies so they can raise them to be dead soldiers. "Now, there's one thing you might have noticed I don't complain about: politicians. Nothing wrong with the planet. Before his death in June 2008, comedian George Carlin spent 10 years working on a memoir, Last Words, with his longtime friend Tony Hendra. But in war times they quickly become, our brave young fighting men and women stationed half way around the world in places whose name's they(POLITICIANS) can't pronounce, wandering if they will ever see their loved ones again. Transcribed part of speech begins at 10.33, 13 May 1999, National Press Club, Washington DC, USA. 0000015335 00000 n (LAUGHS). So put down your phone, step away from the computer, and go out into the world. TOUGH DECISIONS like: POLITICIAN (PLANNING):HOW MUCH SOFT MONEY CAN I EXPECT TO COLLECT IN EXCHANGE FOR MY CORE VALUES? George Carlin speech at the National Press Club (May 13, 1999) "George Carlin delivered a humorous speech in which he ma Show more Show more George Carlin on Being Arrested for. I think the list of commandments was deliberately and artificially inflated to get it up to ten. He discusses political stance and also societal beliefs on the environment, and the Earth's resilience towards bombardment by pollution. A friend is someone who will come over and help you move. George Carlin > Quotes > Quotable Quote (?) He was a spiritual atheist as an adult. MISTAKES WERE MADE, DON'T LOOK AT ME, PROBABLY SOMEONE IN MY OFFICE. This country was bought and sold and paid for a long time ago. Sure, here's a possible transcript of George Carlin talking about social media: "Let's talk about social media. Yeah, let's share our every thought and feeling with the entire world, because that's what we need, more information. Yes, all the words are quite impolite. But here's the thing: you don't need social media to be happy. George Carlin was known for his insightful and humorous observations on modern society, including his thoughts on social media. <<76B7883B53B3B2110A00D082ECFCFC7F>]/Prev 777933>> In particular it's fun to listen to Washington talk. Compared to the people, the planet is doing great. THINGS ARE MOVING FASTER NOW, MISTAKES WERE MADE. In 2008, he was posthumously awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. They're your followers. George Carlin was born and raised in Manhattan, New York in 1937 and died in Santa Monica, California in 2008. Here it is: Why are there ten? We'll start with the first three, and I'll use the Roman Catholic version because those are the ones I was fed as a little boy. Dst7cSE99`YpOqBp@&+69ykl95-! We're all becoming like Goldfish, swimming around in our own little bowls, looking at the world through a curved piece of glass. Unless we think of some way to fight back. Here's a transcript of a segment where he talks about it: "Social media, what a crock of shit that is. They own everything. He said: Once you leave the womb, conservatives dont care about you until you reach military age. But it's all a facade. All across this great land of ours, the greatest nation on earth, the greatest nation in the history of the World and in times of military crisis you can be sure that someone in a suit in this town will eventually plant himself in front of a camera and carry on a great deal about the most powerful nation on the face of the earth. 0000001412 00000 n 0 All rights reserved. 183 0 obj From people in all walks of life usually the person in question who has committed some unspeakable act. And we've all bought into it. Copyright 2017 iComedyTV.com. Well, we know what they want. 'Oh, I'm so exhausted from traveling all over Europe for the third time this year. I, on the other handwho did not votewho did not votewho, in fact, did not even leave the house on Election Day, am in no way responsible for what these people have done and have every right to complain as loud as I want about the mess you created that I had nothing to do with. Now theres one thing you might have noticed i dont complain about: politicians. The politicians, the celebrities, and the lawyers, and although their level of insincerity is astonishing, it's still kinda fun to hear them talk. These people on social media, they're not your friends. I just wanna put this behind me and that's an expression we hear a lot these days in all walks of lives. Not in the abstract they don't. They OWN YOU. They are us', Address to Parliament following Christchurch massacre - 2019, Dolores Ibrruri: "No Pasarn!, They shall not pass! He is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential stand-up comics; one newspaper called Carlin "the dean of counterculture comedians". 0000003180 00000 n "George Carlin" Scripts.com. Follow the link for the full transcript, its worth it, but here are a few choice excerpts: When it comes to bullshit, big-time, major league bullshit, you have to stand in awe of the all-time champion of false promises and exaggerated claims, religion. x\}_nK '!oF+$SW9E fX{]YTUOm9qhSO+_7L|*kqyHUwor}=qgw;WnrG7no8G*w6a2Uq K|CQWO_nT]}wbvASBT=tE.t6C}qC)onmg2uAWq|9xLSg It covers the most famous 'rant' part of the speech. Let's get started! We haven't learned how to care for one another, we're gonna save the fucking planet? THIS IS A RUSH TRANSCRIPT. His final HBO special, It's Bad for Ya, was filmed less than four months before his death. endobj 187 0 obj And just dumb enough to passively accept all these increasingly shitty jobs with the lower pay, the longer hours, the reduced benefits, the end of overtime and vanishing pension that disappears the minute you go to collect it, and now theyre coming for your Social Security money. THIS IS A RUSH TRANSCRIPT. Its a big club, and. And it's not just that social media is a distraction from real life, it's also a way of creating a false sense of connection. Sure, here's a sample transcript of George Carlin talking about social media in one of his stand-up routines: "Let's talk about social media for a minute. George Carlin: How you doing? They don't get any real human contact. The table is tilted folks. ], Your email address will not be published. So if you are easily offended dont click the link. Not affiliated with OpenAI. Thats what the owners count on. endobj They don't pass through a membrane from another reality. Well, where do people think these politicians come from? Updated on May 30, 2018. People post pictures of themselves and their lives, trying to create a narrative that they're happy, successful, and popular. (LAUGHS). You're just trying to impress people you don't even know. That's always a nice touch, American people. I have a problem with the Ten Commandments. It's like they're saying, 'Look at me, look at me! Required fields are marked *. He said: [There was] a lot of classroom freedomin fact there was so much freedom that by eighth grade, many of us had lost the faith. While breaking down these claims on political correctness, Carlin implements his own set of values. Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Carlin was noted for his black comedy and reflections on politics, the English language, psychology, religion, and various taboo subjects. Vodafone Ad. Carlin was brought up Irish Catholic but grew into an outspoken atheist. We dont have people like that in this country. And secondly, I dont vote because I believe if you vote you have no right to complain. I still cant find a flaw in it, or anything even exaggerated. In this paper, I examine George Carlin's stance on . 4 Mar. That's a friend. Yeah the public sucks. He was raised an Irish Catholic, even an alter boy, and attended a Catholic school until the age of 15, when he dropped out of school.[1]. You know what they want? Never mind the press conferences get the big knife out of the drawer. endstream POLITICIAN:THERE IS NO EVIDENCE, NO ONE HAS PROVEN ANYTHING EVENTUALLY I'LL BE EXONERATED. In fact, it might be the thing that's making you unhappy. They come from American parents, American families, American homes, American schools, American churches, American businesses, American universities, and theyre elected by American citizens. Then read it again. But he wasn't always a . 184 0 obj endobj It covers the most famous 'rant' part of the speech. THE FOOD IS GREAT BUT PUBLIC SERVICE IS TERRIBLE. The politicians are put there to give you the idea that you have freedom of choice. <>/Metadata 181 0 R/Outlines 136 0 R/Pages 174 0 R/StructTreeRoot 145 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences<>>> It has to be the WHOLE THING. Yeah, the public sucks! (LAUGHS). Whenever the issue of term limits comes up, I always tell people the only term limits I'm interested in would be to limit some of the terms used by politicians. endobj Because that's where real communication happens, folks. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window). Several reasons. Its what our system produces. It's a psychologically satisfying number: the top ten; the ten most wanted; the ten best-dressed. Well, not overnight, you cant see the sun at night. Two reasons I dont vote: first of all, its meaningless. He often spoke about his youth in Catholic school and, as a result of his particular schools relatively liberal approach to education, he says, he was given the intellectual freedom to eventually reject the faith. You dont. Bruce Lee was raised Catholic and Buddhist. POLITICIAN:I'M IN PUBLIC SERVICE, I LIKE AMERICA DON'T YOU? We could see through the hypocracy and illogic of our parents and teachers, but because of our age and size we couldn't do anything about it. The shit they shuffle around every four years doesnt mean a fuckin thing. I recall many years ago, when he was guest-hosting the Tonight show, George Carlin having a somewhat strained political conversation with the comedian Shelley Winters. Everybody says they suck. Everybody says they suck. Thank you. Good honest hard-working people continue, these are people of modest means, continue to elect these rich cock suckers who dont give a fuck about you.they dont give a fuck about you they dont give a FUCK about you. Look them in the eye, shake their hand, and share your thoughts and feelings in person. There's a whole world out there waiting for you, and it's much more interesting than anything you'll find on social media.". WHEN THE HEARINGS HAVE CONCLUDED, I WILL MAKE A JUDGMENT OR I MIGHT MAKE AN ASSESSMENT. << /Length 5 0 R /Filter /FlateDecode >> Save the planet, we don't even know how to take care of ourselves yet. I mean, have you ever looked at people's Facebook or Instagram profiles? Michael Cooney was a speechwriter for @, George Carlin: 'Politicians don't actually say things, they INDICATE them', National Press Club - 1999. http://www.ravendevelopers.com/blog/2013/0 Bernie Sanders: 'So the next time you hear me attacked as a socialist, remember this', Georgetown University - 2015, Jimmy Carter: 'The threat is nearly invisible in ordinary ways. I always thought it was kind of funny and someone out of character for a POLITICIAN to go out of his way to point out the low level of American intelligence (LAUGHS), when indeed his very job depends upon it. No contest. And that's just sad.". Everybodys at the mall scratching his ass, picking his nose, taking out his credit card out of a fannie-pack, and buying a pair of sneakers with lights in them. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Please validate my existence. endobj 0000000016 00000 n Now theres one thing you mighta noticed I dont complain about: politicians. The politicians are put there to give you the idea you have freedom of choice. Here's a transcript of a segment where he talks about it: "Social media, what a crock of shit that is. We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly. No contest. First of all, I can see the sun, okay? Friends? they're always PROCEEDING or moving forward. Such as the PROCESS: POLITICIAN:WE HAVE TO MOVE THE PROCESS FORWARD SO WE CAN IMPLEMENT THE PROVISIONS OF THE INITIATIVE IN ORDER TO MEET THESE CHALLENGES. And don't even get me started on Twitter. That somehow we're gonna put in jeopardy this beautiful little blue-green ball that's just a-floatin' around the sun? I think I have done that bit', BAFTA acceptance, Leading Actress - 2019, Axel Scheffler: 'The book wasn't called 'No Room on the Broom! Ive read it dozens of times. I'M NOT SURE; I HAVEN'T DETERMINED THAT YET (LAUGHS). This is the kind of shit youd expect from an office temp with a bad attitude. George Carlin does not need my platitudes, but I will still proffer them. [187 0 R 188 0 R 189 0 R 190 0 R 191 0 R 192 0 R 193 0 R] CHALLENGES! I'm tired of fucking Earth Day, I'm tired of these self-righteous environmentalists, these white, bourgeois liberals who think the only thing wrong with this country is there aren't enough bicycle paths. Clearly he's preparing us for something (LAUGHS). FUCK THEM. Do you? George Carlin: I'm in Hollywood, Los Angeles. 0000001936 00000 n Then share it far and wide with the little green button. They want it back so they can give it to their criminal friends on Wall Street, and you know something? It goes WAY beyond his famous Seven Words You Cant Say on Television (also classic). Suddenly we're down to four. Garbage out. Conservatives want live babies so they can raise them to be dead soldiers. I'm getting tired of that shit. But that would be much too direct! "In America, anyone can become president. As for me, Ill be home on that day, doing essentially the same thing as you, the only difference is, when I get finished masturbating, Im going to have a little something to show for it folks. 0000005590 00000 n document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); All photographs on this website (unless otherwise indicated) were created by and are the property of Daniel R. Joder and may not be used for any purpose without permission. They want obedient workers. And if we had a list like that, I wouldn't mind that brilliant judge in Alabama displaying it prominently in the courthouse wall. Cause Americans have a lot of trouble dealing with reality. George Denis Patrick Carlin (May 12, 1937 - June 22, 2008) was an American comedian, actor, author, and social critic. I don't like euphemisms, or euphemistic language. Use section headers above different song parts like [Verse], [Chorus], etc. They dont fall out of the sky. They want your retirement money. George Carlin was an American stand-up comedian, actor, social critic and author. The truth is, obedience and respect should not be granted automatically. If you can afford a donation, it will help Speakola survive and prosper. But first thing the next morning, I became a sun-worshipper. 124 Copy quote. Schedule . George Carlin. He spoke about his book "Brain Droppings" and answered questions submitted by the audience. But marital fidelity is a good idea, so I suggest we keep the idea and call this commandment "Thou shalt not be unfaithful." Youre just gunna wind up with a brand new bunch of selfish, ignorant Americans [leaders]. You got people spouting their opinions left and right, like they're some kind of expert on the subject. All rights reserved. 0000008961 00000 n Marc Allan: Good, thanks for calling. [wptabtitle]@Shoq[/wptabtitle][wptabcontent][twitter-feed username=shoq mode=feed id=323150247956193281][/wptabcontent] I dont always agree with everything he says, but I always listen. So, I know that a little later on this year youre gunna have another one of those really swell presidential elections that you like so much [Bill Clinton v. Bob Dole]. People go on there, they play with the animals, they pet them, they feed them, but they don't get any real interaction. Not in the abstract they don't. endobj I say that where the military is concern the extent of a POLITICIANS insincerity can be measured by how far around the world our soldiers are stationed and whether or not any of them(POLITICIANS) can pronounce it? We've been here, what, a hundred thousand? You enjoy yourselves. Certainly! Very relevant for these times of high public paranoia about Global Warming! Two reasons. I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. I'VE FAITH IN THE AMERICAN JUDICIAL SYSTEM. %%EOF But here's the thing: social media isn't real life. They dont pass through a membrane from some other reality. (Yes, I know, the USS America is a humongous, gargantuan behemoth, and the rudder very, very, very small, but we can still make it sloooowly turn to a certain general heading if we all pile our [intelligent] votes in the wheelhouse. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns. This is an incomplete transcript made by Raven Developers. Forget the politicians. e d u / e t d / 4 7 1)/Rect[72.0 131.7406 279.0264 143.4594]/StructParent 6/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> It's like a bunch of robots pretending to be human. Now you can just hide behind a screen and fire off your misspelled, grammatically incorrect rants to thousands of strangers. Its never going to get any better, dont look for it, be happy with what youve got. The planet is fine. Carlin was noted for his black comedy and reflections on politics, the English language, psychology, religion, and various taboo subjects. They should be based on the parents' performance. The more we pointed out the foolishness of our "superiors," the more they kept us down. Oh, I gotta share this with my friends, you know what you should do? George Carlin was known for his insightful and humorous observations on modern society, including his thoughts on social media. 203 0 obj Difference. They're your contacts. The Secret News (News ticker sound effect), Type out all lyrics, even repeating song parts like the chorus, Lyrics should be broken down into individual lines. Fuck hope!. By the way, its the same big club they use to beat you over the head with all day long when they tell you what to believe. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . So, it may seem like stand-up comedy, but I suspect Carlin is deadly serious. this is my tribute and way of promoting George Carlin's work. Press J to jump to the feed. Nobody cares. The game is rigged and nobody seems to notice. Because at the end of the day, social media is just a bunch of zeros and ones floating around in cyberspace. 25l`|xs[e>L;}_}S +Fn-RWErk^7=fa,|~'RsiYK@"4W/:iVDrZWV)^:i\9KnwmVYi5v b^mfYN.[ T*gvIc"f=di^fE)SGO So, the next time you're walking around looking at your phone, tweeting and Instagramming and Facebooking, just remember this: you're not living in the real world, you're living in the digital world. George Denis Patrick Carlin (May 12, 1937 - June 22, 2008) was an American stand-up comedian, actor, author, and social critic. Now, in the interest of logicsomething religion has a really hard time withI'm going to skip around the list a little bit: THOU SHALT NOT STEAL. endobj To learn more, check out our transcription guide or visit our transcribers forum, Comedian George Carlins take on The Ten Commandments. Better yet, and more ironic, 'THEY TWISTED MY WORDS.' The planet is fine. You have OWNERS! So self-important. George Carlin was one of the most well-known and beloved comedians of all time. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. It's supposed to connect you with other people, but it's just a way of avoiding real human contact. His satirical comments and relentless attacking a damaged system that unfairly trounced on the rights of its . This is the best we can do, folks. We could see through the hypocracy and illogic of our parents and teachers, but because of our age and size we couldn't do anything about it. But the POLITICIANS, god bless them or something like that, they're are at their most entertaining when they're are in trouble. Fuck em. It presents itself as fairness, yet attempts to restrict and control people's language with strict codes and rigid rules. [/wptabs]. It will be a lot of fun. 0000082419 00000 n It's like a sewer of hate and stupidity. George Carlin > Quotes > Quotable Quote (?) The table has tilted folks. People like to twist that around, I know. And the problem is, we're comparing our real lives to other people's highlight reels. Retweets do count. It's clearly a padded list. I dont vote. George Carlin on why he likes disasters and people under pressure, and why the planet is doin' just fine. That's the problem." "Bipartisan usually means that a larger-than-usual deception is being carried out." " Fighting for peace is like screwing for virginity ." "Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups." But, listen to Georges delivery in the video and it comes across much more as stand-up humor. Search. Well off-course not only is it possible its inevitable and thats when he's at his very best and that's when he trots out the really good stuff. Been here four and a half billion years. ,G0p%:::400-: @%L`n((lax@\0eF,q] \ .P+4 d3;P hnN*S fxsH>XDAA#beae:i5rY3h11(31013a_p_&]37CD\&k2N@TD}. Carlin took a liberal stance on most things, but generally found politics and politicians corrupt and ridiculous. [wptabtitle]Blog[/wptabtitle][wptabcontent][/wptabcontent] As a lifelong stand-up comedian, Carlin had a lot of opportunities to speak his mindand religion and politics were two of his favorite subjects. "I don't believe anything the government tells me." - George Carlin 02. Anthony Hopkins is a pantheist-Catholic-agnostic who believes strongly in God. (LAUGHS). It's just a curated version of ourselves that we want to present to the world. From the late 1980s, Carlin's routines focused on sociocultural criticism of American society. <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents( M o n t c l a i r S t a t e U n i v e r s i t y \n D i g i t a l C o m m o n s)/Rect[308.9844 674.625 540.0 693.375]/StructParent 1/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> George Carlin: Life Is Worth Losing - English Transcript. [3], Carlin was equally hard on politics as he was on religion. He pretty much smashed the nail squarely on the head. In April 2004, he placed second on the Comedy Central list of "Top 10 Comedians of US Audiences".The first of Carlin's 14 stand-up comedy specials for HBO was filmed in 1977. They want your retirement money. They don't fall out of the sky. . 188 0 obj Oh boy. It's all just noise. startxref And the more noise there is, the harder it is to hear anything worth listening to. People are so quick to judge and attack each other over the smallest things. [masturbation gestures] It doesnt mean a fucking thing. "Save the trees, save the bees, save the whales, save those snails." On Election Day, I stay home. Where are all the bright, honest, intelligent Americans ready to step in and save the nation and lead the way? (6K"F;nyV-()*bt3QgsX;a\IC'h%7. They [Catholic teachers] would fall back on, Well, its a mystery.[2]. 0000004120 00000 n THOU SHALT NOT TAKE THE NAME OF THE LORD THY GOD IN. You caused the problem. Yeah, right. Look, I'm not against technology or communication. What? 0000002011 00000 n In this blog post, we'll take a look at some of Carlin's most famous quotes on government. POLITICIAN:WHEN HE RESPONDS TO MY INITIATIVE, I WILL REVIEW HIS RESPONSE, TAKE A POSITION AND MAKE A RECOMMENDATION. And then, maybe, put down your phone and go have an actual conversation with someone. George Denis Patrick Carlin (May 12, 1937 June 22, 2008) was an American stand-up comedian, actor, author, and social critic. Comedian George Carlin addressed members and guests of the National Press Club in Washington, DC. Nobody cares what you had for breakfast, or what your cat did, or what your opinion is on the latest political scandal.