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Biden 2024: It Is What It Is? | The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart

Jul 12, 2024

Guests Jon Favreau, Tommy Vietor, and Bakari Sellers discuss President Biden's potential reelection in 2024, exploring his performance, challenges, and the Democratic Party's strategies. They analyze Biden's leadership, critics, and prospects against opponents like Trump, emphasizing transparency, age, communication, and political unity. The episode delves into debates on Biden stepping down, election choices, and concerns about his ability to lead effectively amidst current political challenges.

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Jon Favreau

Tommy Vietor

Bakari Sellers

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Quick takeaways

Biden's communication skills and vision for the future are under scrutiny for the upcoming election.

The urgency to safeguard democracy from threats and choose capable leaders is paramount for voters.

Contrasting viewpoints on Biden's candidacy highlight the importance of engaging with reality to address critical issues effectively.

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Podcast Overview

Every Thursday, the Weekly Show delves into mid-to-low-depth conversations covering topics like the two-party system, reproductive rights, and the military-industrial complex. This particular episode explores Joseph Robinette Biden's future prospects, focusing on his debate performance and the ensuing reactions. Guests John Favreau and Tommy Vietor from Crooked Media provide insights and critique, questioning Biden's capability to communicate a vision for the future.

Intro

2min

Reflections on the Aftermath of the Debate and Concerns about Biden's Performance

11min

Debate on President Biden potentially stepping down for the party's benefit

2min

Exploring Uncertainty and Critiquing Biden's Strategy

3min

Election Choices: Biden, Trump, or 'The Couch'

16min

President Biden's Re-Election Considerations

6min

Navigating Age, Communication, and Political Challenges

14min

Addressing Concerns and Acknowledging Production Team

2min

Jon Stewart returns with another episode of The Weekly Show, his podcast featuring in-depth conversations with special guests that explore the biggest threats to our democracy. In this episode, Jon addresses President Biden’s insistence on running for re-election. Guests Jon Favreau and Tommy Vietor, Founders of Crooked Media, hosts of Pod Save America and Authors of Democracy or else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps, as well as Bakari Sellers, CNN political commentator and Author of The Moment, join to hash out the best path forward for Democrats to defeat Trump this election and save democracy. Catch new episodes of The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart every Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts.

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