THIS COPY MAY NOT BE IN ITS FINAL FORM AND MAY BE UPDATED. Whatever happened WellWell he's about to find out! THINGS ARE MOVING FASTER NOW, MISTAKES WERE MADE. They own everything. 183 21 It's so obvious that it almost goes without saying, but comedians are generally more intelligent and sensitive than the average person. 0000002565 00000 n https://ad.style/. [wptabtitle]@Shoq[/wptabtitle][wptabcontent][twitter-feed username=shoq mode=feed id=323150247956193281][/wptabcontent] You voted them in. Nobody seems to care. I think what we really need more of is ritual suicide, you know. 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. 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. Pfft! 0000080920 00000 n Carlin took a liberal stance on most things, but generally found politics and politicians corrupt and ridiculous. And by the way, it's the same big club they use to beat you over the head with all day long when they tell you what to believe. However, he calls himself an apatheist (meaning that he's an atheist who doesn't care about the topic). A person who routinely spends his days torturing the language complains; POLITICIAN:THEY TWISTED MY WORDS. Everybody complains about politicians. Sure, there's some good stuff on there, but it's mostly just people filming themselves doing stupid things and hoping to go viral. https://www.scripts.com/writer/george_carlin/6024. I dont always agree with everything he says, but I always listen. Quote by George Carlin: "Political correctness is America's newest form The stand up comic was an artist who did more than articulate the public's subconscious; he. Cause Americans have a lot of trouble dealing with reality. Incidentally, another way of expressing this sentiment is to say we're sending our young men and women to places the average American can't find on the map. Power, Politics & American Sports [transcript] [VIDEO CLIP] Jesse Owens: To me, politics has no part to play on the field of strife of . Teach him how to fish, and he will sit in a boat and drink beer all day. This wiki was last updated on 11 Apr 2012 by: Today we're opening contributions to all readers. m o n t c l a i r . Not in the abstract they don't. POLITICIAN:THERE IS NO EVIDENCE, NO ONE HAS PROVEN ANYTHING EVENTUALLY I'LL BE EXONERATED. They want obedient workers. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Yes, all the words are quite impolite. I think the list of commandments was deliberately and artificially inflated to get it up to ten. Most are only interested in self pleasures and bad habits. 0000001936 00000 n No contest. Watch on George Carlin: 'Politicians don't actually say things, they INDICATE them', National Press Club - 1999 Transcribed part of speech begins at 10.33 13 May 1999, National Press Club, Washington DC, USA This is an incomplete transcript made by Raven Developers. Best George Carlin Quotes of All Time - LiveAbout George Carlin Interview Transcription: George Carlin: This is George Carlin. Their own habitat. Been through all kinds of things worse than us. George Carlin was one of the most well-known and beloved comedians of all time. Our country is failing because the majority of the people are selfish. And not that you can help it, I mean the problem is really with the people you cover. We're so obsessed with ourselves and our own little worlds that we can't even have a real conversation or a meaningful interaction with someone without checking our phones every five minutes. Two is all you need, folks. They want it back so they can give it to their criminal friends on Wall Street, and you know something? Every time. Off-course no politician would admit to such a lowly station as working in Government. Oh boy. Just a thought.". Its what our system produces. (BEGIN VIDEO CLIP) GEORGE CARLIN, COMEDIAN: Takes the cake! What a great idea. 189 0 obj George Carlin's acerbic wit and profound societal insights were a one time cultural phenomenon. George Denis Patrick Carlin (May 12, 1937 - June 22, 2008) was an American comedian, actor, author, and social critic. "We're so self-important. They don't get any real human contact. That's the problem in this country too many people getting on with their lives. (LAUGHS). Two hundred years versus four and a half billion. I know, they say, they say: well if you dont vote you have no right to complain. Not affiliated with OpenAI. People like to twist that around. So, it may seem like stand-up comedy, but I suspect Carlin is deadly serious. George Carlin on why he likes disasters and people under pressure, and why the planet is doin' just fine. I have a problem with the Ten Commandments. And let's not forget about YouTube. Web. 0000003901 00000 n Yeah, the public sucks! They are us', Address to Parliament following Christchurch massacre - 2019, Dolores Ibrruri: "No Pasarn!, They shall not pass! [wptabtitle]Blog[/wptabtitle][wptabcontent][/wptabcontent] Did you ever think about the arithmetic? 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. George Carlin: Life Is Worth Losing - English Transcript He missed this one. Yeah, right. STANDS4 LLC, 2023. It's like we're living in this weird dystopian future where everyone is constantly monitoring each other, waiting for the opportunity to pounce. Well, not overnight, you cant see the sun at night. He pretty much smashed the nail squarely on the head. Carlin was noted for his black comedy and reflections on politics, the English language, psychology, religion, and various taboo subjects. They dont pass through a membrane from another reality. I don't words that conceal reality. Your vote is what determines the direction this Great Ship America will turn. They're a digital petting zoo. Search. 87 Best George Carlin Quotes On Education, Politics & Life TOP 25 QUOTES BY GEORGE CARLIN (of 976) | A-Z Quotes Speakola is a labour of love and Id be very grateful if you would share, tweet or like it. Well, where do people think these politicians come from? 192 0 obj Do you think its possible that one of these POLITICIANS whose judgment is so poor that he honestly thinks of himself as serving the Nation might occasionally be expected to indulge in little patriotism huh What do you think? What? You know what they want? <>/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 . <>/MediaBox[0 0 612 792]/Parent 175 0 R/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> Everybody complains about politicians. Carlin was known for his dark comedy and reflections on politics, religion, psychology, language and taboo subjects. We dont have people like that in this country. Use section headers above different song parts like [Verse], [Chorus], etc. The politicians are put there to give you the idea that you have freedom of choice. These people on social media, they're not your friends. And then, maybe, put down your phone and go have an actual conversation with someone. In this blog post, we'll take a look at some of Carlin's most famous quotes on government. The fact that Americans will probably remain willfully ignorant of the big red, white and blue dick thats being jammed up their assholes everyday, because the owners of this country know the truth. As long he included one additional commandment: Genius is the ultimate source of music knowledge, created by scholars like you who share facts and insight about the songs and artists they love. Carlin, for 40-years, was one of the greatest comedians ever. I'VE FAITH IN THE AMERICAN JUDICIAL SYSTEM. But, the Incomplete List highlights his exceptional understanding of, love for, and talent with language, sound, and rythmn. Enjoyed this speech? I HAVEN'T DETERMINED THAT YET. I'M NOT SURE; I HAVEN'T DETERMINED THAT YET (LAUGHS). Friends? You got people posting pictures of their food, their pets, their vacations. Look, I'm not against technology or communication. Now normally during peace times the politician would refer to people in the military as: POLITICIAN:OUR YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN STATIONED AROUND THE WORLD. While breaking down these claims on political correctness, Carlin implements his own set of values. . As for the poor, they tell us theyve lost all incentive because weve given them too much money.[6]. Difference. They don't pass through a membrane from "another reality". POLITICIAN:WERE ADDRESSING THE PROBLEM AND WE'LL SOON BE PROCEEDING. Im sure as soon as the election is over your country will improve immediately. Yeah the public sucks. 0000003516 00000 n (CLAPS, LAUGHS). 0000002803 00000 n Some parents deserve respect. George Carlin was an outspoken comic, known for his brash sense of humor, foul language and controversial views on politics, religion and other sensitive subjects. Comedian George Carlin addressed members and guests of the National Press Club in Washington, DC. BUT WHEN I DO, I'LL ADVISE YOU. Unless we think of some way to fight back. 188 0 obj 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. To learn more, check out our transcription guide or visit our transcribers forum, Comedian George Carlins take on The Ten Commandments. "Forget the politicians. x\}_nK '!oF+$SW9E fX{]YTUOm9qhSO+_7L|*kqyHUwor}=qgw;WnrG7no8G*w6a2Uq K|CQWO_nT]}wbvASBT=tE.t6C}qC)onmg2uAWq|9xLSg He was born May 12, 1937, in New York City into an Irish Catholic family, but he rejected the faith. 203 0 obj George Carlin - National Press Club May 19, 1999. Mr. GEORGE CARLIN: Here's another slogan you run into all the time "God Bless America." Once again, respectfully I say to myself what the (beep) does that mean. George Carlin - The Ten Commandments | Genius