John Oliver on Trump: 'It Doesn’t Get Easier Than Disavowing Nazis' | THR News

The transcript discusses President Trump's initial response to the Charlottesville rally, where he was criticized for not explicitly condemning white supremacists and Nazis. John Oliver, on his show, highlighted the need for clear leadership and criticized Trump's vague statements. Oliver emphasized the importance of naming and condemning hate groups directly. After facing criticism, Trump later issued a follow-up statement specifically denouncing hate groups like the KKK and Neo-Nazis. The transcript concludes with a call for viewer opinions.

What was the main criticism of President Trump's initial response to the Charlottesville rally?

• He supported the counter-protesters.

• He praised the white supremacists.

• He failed to explicitly condemn white supremacists and Nazis.

• He ignored the rally completely.

According to John Oliver, what is essential when addressing a white nationalist rally?

• Avoiding any mention of the rally.

• Calling out white nationalism by name.

• Supporting both sides equally.

• Ignoring the media coverage.

What analogy did John Oliver use to describe Nazis?

• Nazis are like dogs.

• Nazis are like birds.

• Nazis are like fish.

• Nazis are like cats.

What did John Oliver say about Trump's non-answer to disavowing white supremacists?

• It was a strong condemnation.

• It was an answer in itself.

• It was a clear support for them.

• It was a neutral stance.

What groups did Trump eventually condemn in his follow-up statement?

• Only the KKK.

• Only Neo-Nazis.

• Only white supremacists.

• KKK, Neo-Nazis, and white supremacists.