The Daily The Candidates: Elizabeth Warren
Dec 13, 2019
In this discussion, Elizabeth Warren, a Harvard Law professor and consumer protection advocate, shares her transformation into the 'blow-it-up candidate.' She recounts her pivotal role during the 2008 financial crisis and emphasizes the urgent need for financial reforms. Warren reflects on the struggles faced by middle-class families and the misconceptions surrounding bankruptcy. Her efforts in establishing the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau highlight her commitment to financial justice amid political challenges, showcasing her drive for meaningful change in the system.
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Comedy and Crisis
- Jason Ross, a writer for The Daily Show in 2009, struggled to create comedy about the financial crisis.
- Nobody understood the crisis, and the show's writers couldn't trust experts, creating difficulty.
Warren's Daily Show Appearance
- Elizabeth Warren was invited on The Daily Show to discuss the financial crisis, an opportunity she saw to explain complex issues to a wider audience.
- However, she was nervous and even threw up before going on stage.
A Second Chance
- On The Daily Show, Warren initially struggled to answer Jon Stewart's questions, causing her to feel embarrassed.
- However, a producer's follow-up question gave her a chance to articulate her views on the crisis and potential solutions, leading to a more successful second segment.
