The speaker criticizes both Democrats and Republicans, highlighting that the real issue lies with people in power. Regardless of the party in office, there is a constant desire for the alternative, but the problems persist. The speaker points out the hypocrisy and lack of substantial change, mentioning broken promises such as whistleblower protection and the continuation of controversial practices like drone strikes. The analogy of puppets illustrates how the political structure remains the same despite different faces holding power.