Jon Stewart Calls Trump's Election a Disappointment
- Jon Stewart reacted strongly to Donald Trump's victory in the US election, reflecting on the shock and despair felt by many.
- Stewart criticized pollsters for their inaccurate predictions and reinforced the importance of ongoing efforts for social improvement.
- He reassured the audience that their feelings of anxiety would pass and encouraged them to stay dedicated to democratic values.
After Donald Trump's unexpected victory in the US election, Jon Stewart addressed his studio audience during an episode of The Daily Show on November 6, 2024. Stewart criticized pollsters for their inaccurate predictions and expressed frustration by saying, "You don't know s*** about s***." He emphasized that this outcome does not mark the end of their efforts to build a better society. Stewart thanked his audience for being a distraction from the post-election disappointment and reassured them that their temporary feelings of anxiety will pass. Stewart's sentiments resonated with multiple late-night hosts who shared similar feelings about the election results. Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers, and Stephen Colbert each provided emotional responses, expressing their concern regarding the direction of the country under Trump's leadership, with Kimmel explicitly stating, "We chose the criminal." These late-night shows became platforms for expressing discontent and urging audiences to continue advocating for democracy.