“It's hard to do it because you gotta look people in the eye and tell 'em they're irresponsible and lazy. And who's gonna wanna do that? Because that's what poverty is, ladies and gentlemen. In this country, you can succeed if you get educated and work hard. Period. Period.”

American conservative commentator, journalist, author, and television host

Bill O'Reilly is an American conservative commentator, journalist, author, and television host. He is known for his long career in broadcast news and opinion-based television, as well as for his books and public commentary. O'Reilly built a wide audience through his work in television and print, where he became a familiar conservative voice in American media. His writing and on-air commentary often focus on politics, current affairs, and public debate.