Article continues below advertisementBill Maher is stepping away from stand-up comedy, citing safety concerns amid an increasingly polarized political climate. The host of Real Time shared his decision during a candid discussion with comedian Patton Oswalt on his podcast, "Club Random."Article continues below advertisement"I feel like it was a great choice, because I don't want to be out there in this country in this political atmosphere," Maher explained. "I could get shot by the left or the right. I mean, it's just, it's a good time to not be out there.