First, I need to gather all relevant info from the search results. The main event is Al Gore’s appearance on Bill Maher’s Real Time on April 25, 2025. The key points from the search results are that Gore discussed the peaceful transfer of power and authoritarianism, while Maher criticized the current administration’s authoritarian tendencies. Maher made a point about how dictator jokes can lead to real issues, which seems to be the “wake-up call” mentioned.
The user’s query references Dave Rubin’s reaction, but the search results don’t directly mention Rubin’s response. However, the query itself provides context about Rubin’s perspective. Since the search results don’t include that clip, I’ll focus on the interaction between Maher and Gore as described, framing it from a conservative viewpoint.
Next, structuring the article into 8 paragraphs. Each should be 2-4 sentences. Start with the confrontation, then Maher’s arguments, Gore’s response, conservative critique of elites, Maher’s warning, public reaction, media silence, and conclude with standing up to elites.
I need to use simple, punchy language. Emphas
