The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Season 11 Episode 68

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Season 11 Episode 68 Caroline Kennedy

  • June 5, 2006
  • 7.4  (21)

On episode 68 of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart's 11th season, the focus is on Caroline Kennedy, the daughter of former President John F. Kennedy and philanthropist. The show begins with Jon Stewart announcing the guest of the evening while jokingly acknowledging the pronunciation of the Kennedy name. The opening news segment discusses the latest headlines, including the proposed Iraq War troop surge, presidential bid rumors, and the story of a fainting Hillary Clinton.

Later in the night, Jon Stewart interviews Caroline Kennedy, discussing her newly-released book "A Patriot's Handbook" and her political beliefs. Stewart begins the interview by acknowledging Kennedy's significance in American culture and asking about her inspiration for putting together "A Patriot’s Handbook." Kennedy explains that her father, President Kennedy, was an inspiration for the book since he spoke often about the importance of being an active American citizen and the "innovative spirit" of the country.

The conversation then turns to present-day politics, and Kennedy speaks about her support for President Obama and his impact on healthcare reform. She discusses the importance of working towards finding a solution to healthcare and how Obama's work on the issue has been beneficial so far. Kennedy also addresses the issue of wealth inequality when asked about the "Occupy Wall Street" protests, suggesting that wealthy Americans should pay more taxes.

Towards the end of the interview, Jon Stewart asks Caroline Kennedy about the possibility of running for political office in the future. Kennedy responds by saying that she would never rule it out; however, her focus is currently on completing her book tour and raising her children.

Overall, the episode provides an insightful conversation with Caroline Kennedy about her family's legacy and current political issues. The interview offers viewers a chance to hear Kennedy's opinions on pressing topics and her thoughts on being an active American citizen. The show maintains its comedic elements throughout the episode, finding a balance between humor and seriousness as it discusses important issues.

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Description
  • First Aired
    June 5, 2006
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.4  (21)