The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Season 10 Episode 11

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Season 10 Episode 11 Joe Lieberman

  • January 23, 2005
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The Daily Show with Jon Stewart season 10 episode 11 is titled "Joe Lieberman." In this episode, host Jon Stewart takes a closer look at the career and controversial political views of former Senator Joe Lieberman.

Stewart begins the show by discussing Lieberman's recent comments in support of John McCain's presidential campaign, despite McCain's opposition to many of Lieberman's traditional Democratic views. He then plays a clip of Lieberman defending his position, claiming that he is putting the country first, rather than adhering to party lines.

Stewart also delves into Lieberman's history, including his rise to political prominence as a Democratic senator from Connecticut, his nomination as Al Gore's running mate in the 2000 presidential election, and his later decision to run as an independent after losing his party's primary in 2006.

Throughout the episode, Stewart uses humor and satire to highlight some of Lieberman's more controversial stances, including his support for the Iraq War, his opposition to the Affordable Care Act, and his conservative views on social and cultural issues.

Stewart also interviews several guests who offer their perspectives on Lieberman and his legacy. These include former Democratic strategist James Carville, who defends Lieberman's decision to support McCain and argues that Democrats should welcome diversity of thought within their party.

Other segments in the episode include a mock advertisement for a "Joe Lieberman Action Figure," and a segment called "Joe Lieberman: Enemy of the State?", which examines some of the more outlandish conspiracy theories that have been floated about the former senator over the years.

Overall, "Joe Lieberman" is a lively and entertaining episode that provides a humorous but thought-provoking look at one of the most controversial figures in American politics.

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Description
  • First Aired
    January 23, 2005
  • Language
    English