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Jon Stewart Criticizes Media's Fear-Driven Narrative Post-Trump Win
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Jon Stewart Criticizes Media's Fear Tactics on Trump
Jon Stewart criticized the media for inciting fear about a potential second Trump administration, urging a more measured approach. On his podcast, Stewart used a Looney Tunes metaphor to describe the media's alarmist stance and emphasized the uncertainty of future political outcomes. He also discussed Elon Musk's government efficiency plans with Sen. Bernie Sanders, expressing skepticism about the intentions behind such initiatives.
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