With the presidential elections only two weeks away, Lewis Black, a renowned comedian, used his platform on “The Daily Show” to express discontent towards undecided voters.
Black, who began as a regular on the show in 1996, is recognized for his “Back in Black” segments. Here, he would often deliver comedic rants on various political and cultural topics. Black’s work extends across the eras of hosts Craig Kilborn, Jon Stewart, and Trevor Noah, making him one of the longest-serving correspondents on the show.
In a recent segment, Black used his characteristic humor to criticize those still wavering on their electoral choice, despite the highly polarized political environment.
“We still have no idea who the (expletive) is gonna win! And that’s all thanks to one very special group of morons,” Black states in his segment, expressing his frustration with voters who, even after two years of campaigning, remain undecided. He compared undecided voters to customers at an ice cream shop who request “12 mini spoon samples” before choosing a flavor, saying, “It’s a $3 cone, (expletive).“
Considering the extensive media attention and the numerous political debates this election cycle, Black finds it hard to believe that anyone can still be undecided. In a lighthearted attack on those still carrying out research, Black comments, “Go ahead, do your own research. Hopefully, the library will let you huff paint inside.”
Black criticizes the influence of celebrity endorsements on voter decisions, referring to an undecided voter who was influenced by Taylor Swift’s endorsement. He questioned the reliance on celebrities for political direction, saying, “If you’re waiting for a Kardashian to tell you who to vote for, go ahead and sit this one out.”
In conclusion, Black encourages undecided voters to stay home on election day instead of casting a vote. This marks the end of his rant, expressing a sense of resignation.
