Jon Stewart Urges Democrats to ‘Exploit the Loopholes’ Like Republicans Do Because They ‘Don’t Give a F— About Your Norms’

As a lifelong moviegoer with a keen eye for political satire, I can’t help but feel a sense of deja vu watching Jon Stewart‘s latest rant on “The Daily Show.” With his signature blend of wit and wisdom, he masterfully encapsulates the state of our nation’s political landscape in a way that few can.

On “The Daily Show” on Monday evening, Jon Stewart suggested that Democrats should adopt a tactic similar to Republicans by skillfully using any available opportunities or weaknesses in the system if they aim to achieve their goals.

“During his opening, Stewart expressed that despite opposing Trump’s plans, many seem unaware of who they are confronting. Later in the show, a news clip was shown about Senator Elizabeth Warren accusing the newly elected president of law-breaking because he missed the deadline for signing an ethics pledge.

“I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. Republicans are playing chess, and the Democrats are in the nurse’s office because they glued their balls to their thigh. That is what is happening,” Stewart said. “The election that we just had was a repudiation of the status quo, an overly-regulated system that is no longer responsive or delivering for the needs of the people or their beloved behatted squirrels. Oh, RIP, Peanut.”

He went on to say, “In theory, the government is a system where different branches balance each other out under a constitutional framework. However, in practice, it becomes a labyrinthine bureaucracy filled with rules, exceptions to those rules, and unwritten customs. It’s so intricate that A, if you’re looking for a rule to prevent an action, you’ll find one. And B, if you want to perform an action, there’s usually a way around the rule. The norms refer to how frequently such maneuvers are needed.

Stewart pointed out that Trump’s selections for his cabinet were “unconventional” and “stirring”, with individuals like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., ex-Representative Matt Gaetz, and Fox News personality Pete Hegseth being among them.

Democrats believe that the well-known Senate rules within its constitution will act as a barrier to this chaos,” Stewart stated regarding Trump’s potential Cabinet nominees. However, Trump has the ability to circumvent the confirmation process by dissolving Congress and making his selections through recess appointments instead.

As a movie buff, I’d put it this way: “Our government, in essence, is like a rulebook with a convenient loophole. It states ‘We have the power to prevent it,’ but the loophole seems to say, ‘Who needs rules?’ In the end, we are left with the final sanctuary of those who couldn’t win any other way: The unwritten customs.

The late-night host commented, “Republicans take advantage of loopholes, while Democrats repeatedly express concerns about tradition, and this repetitive behavior often leads to disastrous results.

Stewart reminded himself that back in 2016, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell prevented President Barack Obama from appointing Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court, claiming it was too near the election. However, Obama’s successor wouldn’t be inaugurated for over a year after that.

Stewart argued that Obama might have the power to disregard the norm, if for instance, the Senate neglected their advice and consent role. He suggested they should ‘give it a try’ and see what unfolds. However, when faced with this possibility, they responded as if they had never heard of such a rule, but ultimately agreed.

In the midst of President Trump’s initial term, Republicans managed to fill a vacant seat in the Supreme Court, even though the subsequent election was only about two months off. As Stewart put it, “they couldn’t have cared less!

This presentation serves as a relentless exposer of hollow hypocrisy. From my personal observations, it achieves nothing. You should act as the problem solvers who find ways to accomplish tasks because Republicans seem indifferent towards your rules. They will seize any opportunity, even if it means navigating through seemingly shut windows to achieve their goals.

Stewart illustrated the Democrats’ present activities through a practical example, such as attempting but failing to thread a needle.

In order to accomplish anything, the Democrats believe they need to navigate a delicate balance – ensuring that every action adheres strictly to our own intricate, red-tape laden system of procedures,” Stewart clarified.

Simultaneously, the Republicans arrive on the scene, requiring only a simple action – poking a donut. That’s all that is needed.” To illustrate, the late-night host then destroyed a donut by pushing his fist through its center.

2024-11-19 11:46

Jon Stewart Urges Democrats to ‘Exploit the Loopholes’ Like Republicans Do Because They ‘Don’t Give a F— About Your Norms’

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