Controversial comedian Bill Maher was known as the driving force behind edgy panel discussion shows “Politically Incorrect” (Comedy Central, 1993-96; ABC 1997-2002) and “Real Time with Bill Maher” (HBO, 2003- ). He eventually developed into one of the top political comedians of the 1990s and beyond, bringing the much-needed format of open political debate and a wide array of viewpoints to the TV airwaves. The comedian’s personal approach – broaching taboo subjects or critiquing long-revered institutions – however, was the center of the proceedings, with Maher seemingly offending viewers,