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Stern's shows have also featured political commentary. Although Stern used to be a self-proclaimed [[Libertarianism|libertarian]], in recent years he has abandoned that philosophy and embraced [[liberal]] positions that are in direct opposition to libertarian ideology, such as government regulation of corporations, radical [[environmentalism]], gun control, income redistribution through higher taxation, socialized medicine, and government funding for [[abortion]] and embryonic stem cell research. He also considers [[Ralph Nader]] to be one of his heroes. He is also a supporter of [[Michael Moore]] and was very vocal in his endorsement of Moore's film "''Fahrenheit 9/11''" which was released in June of 2004. Moore was even a guest on Stern's show the week of the film's release and called into the show a day before the 2004 presidential election. Moore appeared on Stern's show again on June 18, 2007 to promote socialized medicine, which Stern also staunchly supports.
Stern's shows have also featured political commentary. Although Stern used to be a self-proclaimed [[Libertarianism|libertarian]], in recent years he has abandoned that philosophy and embraced [[liberal]] positions that are in direct opposition to libertarian ideology, such as government regulation of corporations, radical [[environmentalism]], gun control, income redistribution through higher taxation, socialized medicine, and government funding for [[abortion]] and embryonic stem cell research. He also considers [[Ralph Nader]] to be one of his heroes. He is also a supporter of [[Michael Moore]] and was very vocal in his endorsement of Moore's film "''Fahrenheit 9/11''" which was released in June of 2004. Moore was even a guest on Stern's show the week of the film's release and called into the show a day before the 2004 presidential election. Moore appeared on Stern's show again on June 18, 2007 to promote socialized medicine, which Stern also staunchly supports.
Stern was a staunch supporter of Bush after 9/11, and was a supporter of the invasion of Afghanistan. This, along with his humor directed toward women and minorities, has led many to believe he represents the far right of the politcal spectrum.
Stern is now considered by many [[conservatives]], libertarians, and moderates/centrists to represent the far-left of the political spectrum.
Stern is now considered by many [[conservatives]], libertarians, and moderates/centrists to represent the far-left of the political spectrum.