The Daily Show: Ears Edition "No Kings" Protests Defy GOP Expectations & Jon Gives Trump a Royal Inspection | Sen. Bernie Sanders
Oct 21, 2025
Senator Bernie Sanders, a progressive champion from Vermont and author of "Fight Oligarchy," joins Jon Stewart to discuss the recent "No Kings" protests and their impact. They focus on translating protest energy into political movements, addressing healthcare and housing inequality, and the role of grassroots involvement. Sanders warns against corporate influence in government, emphasizing the need for democratic oversight, while also calling for bold reforms to tackle wealth and power disparities in society.
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Unfocused Populist Energy Is Politically Potent
- The No Kings rallies showed massive, joyful turnout rather than violence, revealing broad populist energy.
- Jon Stewart warns that unfocused energy can be harnessed by a charismatic demagogue to reshape a party.
Addressing A 200,000-Person D.C. Rally
- Bernie recounts addressing a D.C. No Kings rally of roughly 200,000 people as part of 7 million nationwide.
- He describes the turnout as extraordinary and anti-authoritarian in spirit.
Clear Vision Beats Reactive Politics
- Bernie Sanders argues the country faces an authoritarian threat and a fractured Democratic vision.
- He insists Democrats must present a clear vision addressing wealth inequality and corporate power.
