Kimmel ROASTED For CRYING Over Trump Win, Liberal Hosts LOSE IT w/Michael Knowles
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Why did Jimmy Kimmel cry during his monologue after Trump's win?
Kimmel expressed deep concern for marginalized groups, including the poor, immigrants, women, and Ukraine, suggesting he felt a personal connection to their struggles and saw Trump's victory as a setback for them.
Why did some late-night hosts have a meltdown after Trump's win?
They appeared to misunderstand the nature of democracy, failing to recognize that Trump's popular vote win meant the election was democratic. Their emotional response suggested they were more aligned with a particular political ideology than with democratic principles.
Why did Democrats struggle to understand Trump's victory?
Democrats underestimated Trump's appeal to a broad coalition, including young men and Hispanic voters, and failed to recognize the impact of conservative influencers and media personalities who supported Trump.
Why did CNN contributor Julie Roginsky criticize her own colleagues on air?
Roginsky pointed out that the Democratic Party had become out of touch with common sense and voters, citing issues like the use of the term 'Latinx' and the party's inability to address normal people's concerns without alienating key demographics.
Why did some Democrats suggest moving further left after the election loss?
They believed that the party hadn't embraced progressive enough policies and that this was why they lost. This perspective ignored the broad appeal of Trump's more centrist policies and the growing disillusionment with extreme leftist ideologies.
Why did David Pakman experience a significant drop in YouTube subscribers after the election?
Pakman's subscribers likely decreased because many realized his predictions were wrong and his content was not aligned with their political views. This suggests a shift in audience preference towards more accurate and aligned political commentary.
Why did some liberals start moving to the right?
Liberals who were skeptical of big government and corporate influence found themselves more aligned with Republican policies, particularly under Trump, who challenged the status quo and promoted policies that appealed to a broader, more traditional base.
Why did Trump's lawyer threaten the New York Attorney General with prison?
Trump's lawyer, Mike Davis, threatened Letitia James with prison for her pursuit of Trump, suggesting a belief in the unfairness of the legal actions against him and a desire for equal application of the law, regardless of political affiliation.
- Jimmy Kimmel's emotional reaction to Trump's win.
- Late-night hosts' misunderstanding of democracy.
- Trump's popular vote victory and the hosts' inability to comprehend it.
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