Fran Lebowitz Knows the One Thing Republicans Are Better at Than Democrats

From the late-night circuit and an HBO documentary to her essays and speaking engagements, Fran Lebowitz has never shied away from a controversial topic. And in this new video, she takes on tax inequality, dying, and getting rich. Watch the Vanity Fair contributing editor—who has been likened to a modern-day Dorothy Parker for her razor sharp wit—stop by her office to give her altogether original take. Credits: Filmed by Vance Spicer; Interview by Cat Buckley; Lighting by Greg Waszczuk; Audio by William Pierce; Edited by Nikhil Shah and Jeremy Elkin.


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Fran Lebowitz Knows the One Thing Republicans Are Better at Than Democrats

[hypatia]

What if I get rich some day? The biggest lie ever perpetrated on the working class to get them to vote for their exploiters.

[Rechard]

They already don't pay taxes...and have no intention of dying😆 😆 😆

[bigdezol]

I love how everyone in these comments are proving Fran's point about people falling for the myth that they will one day become ultra rich.

[seattlebeard]

I love this woman so much. Absolutely no BS. Her honesty can be brutal, but that's why I love her.

[AndrewWesthoff]

Running is definitely good for you, but she is correct about the notion that so many fitness obsessed people don't really enjoy life because they are preoccupied with being "healthy" and maximizing "longevity". Life should be enjoyed. Don't stress over exercise.

[KevyneShandris]

Yep, found my alter-ego in her. Smokes and snarky in Levi 501s, and not just accepting what the public claims she can even be. A+++

[rippedtanktop]

Leave Fran alone! She's a good, old fashioned wit; Oscar Wilde and Eleanor Roosvelt's love child. I invite you to put aside your criticisms of what she says and savor instead the way she says it.

[keatsgipsy]

I love you.
The most intellectually witty and entertaining author/speaker alive 🌿💕🌿

[emeraldc.]

I love Fran because she tells it like it is, “It is what it is.” She’s to the point & let’s face it. She’s very observant & knows what she’s talking about❤️

[bohemianslouch]

Love Fran but personally I jog because I love it plus it’s great for my mental health and good for the body 💕💕💕

[Wolvesq]

If the Death Tax had been given a more accurate name like, say, the Paris Hilton tax, it'd be everyone's favorite.

[ruthfox]

Started a small business 7 years ago... Worked hard everyday still not rich but feel rich compared to where I was...

[danielintheantipodes]

Fran is magnificent! One of the shining jewels of the United States. She is among the greatest things America has ever done.

[vestcoat]

I love Fran. She sees it....and says it it is!

[wellnesswithturban]

01:41 "The keep on running because they believe "I will look fantastic"... even though they already look horrible"

[estelagonzalez-cardona]

More of this please. Love Fran’s honesty.

[lexuscarrington]

She is wonderful... the air beneath my wings.

[johnmorrishowelliii]

for years- one of the greatest living intellectuals, now 2021

[marilynryan]

She needs to be in politics 😌🇺🇸 America needs her!

[ninalopez]

"I'm gonna look fantastic" even though they already look horrible..." will be my next tattoo.