On Tuesday, Bill Maher made an appearance on The View but was given a surprising inquisition by host Elisabeth Hasselbeck. Maher, who was initially on the show to promote his new book, was interrupted by Hassellbeck to talk about a joke he had made on his HBO show where he sarcastically mentioned that after Lara Logan's return to the US after her sexual assault in Egypt, Elisabeth Hasselbeck should be sent in her place. Hasselbeck asked Maher why he said that, and he responded it was in the name of comedy, after which Hasselbeck said "thanks for being the hero." There was a certain awkwardness to the exchange. The joke was certainly extreme, but Hasselbeck should probably understand that Maher is known for his edgy humor.-ethings 11/16/11
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