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On the september 21, 2025, episode of HBO’s “Last Week Tonight,” John Oliver addressed the issue of bullying, suggesting a more forceful response than the typical “Whatever you say goes.” He proposed a specific phrase aimed at disarming bullies.
Oliver’s Proposed Response
oliver argued that the only phrase that can genuinely deter a weak bully is, ”Fuck you, make me.” He presented this as a direct and assertive way to challenge the bully’s power dynamic.