Jon Lovett, one of the hosts of Pod Save America, made a guest appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert recently. During the interview, Lovett shared some zingers that he thinks Joe Biden should use at the first presidential debate. Lovett, who has experience helping politicians prepare for debates, offered his insights on how Biden can effectively navigate the upcoming debate.
Lovett advised Biden not to be defensive about his record when attacked by Trump. Instead, he should talk about his achievements and acknowledge the challenges that people still face. Lovett emphasized the importance of immediately pivoting to comparing Biden’s vision to Trump’s. According to Lovett, Biden needs to be punchy when going after Trump and show a genuine passion for the people. Lovett believes it is crucial for Biden to convey that he cares about the audience, while contrasting Trump as someone who only cares about himself.
Colbert also brought up the early timing of the debate and questioned whether people are paying attention to the election yet. Lovett explained that the debate was moved up to ensure that it occurs before early voting starts in some states. The Biden campaign hopes that an early debate can create a moment that showcases Biden’s capability to lead, especially for those who are more tuned into political news.
The conversation then turned to the format of the debate, with Lovett expressing his enthusiasm for the new rules. Unlike the chaotic first debate in 2020, where interruptions drowned out meaningful discussion, this time the microphones will be turned off when candidates are not speaking. However, without an audience, Lovett acknowledged that delivering jokes would be more challenging, as there won’t be anyone to laugh at them.
Since Lovett has experience crafting jokes for politicians, Colbert asked for his advice on this matter. Lovett responded with a few zingers of his own, suggesting Biden could use them during the debate. One of his zingers referred to Trump’s past performance in court and the distinct smell that accompanied it. Despite the lack of an audience, Lovett still believes zingers can play a role in engaging viewers.
Towards the end of the interview, Lovett and Colbert discussed their book, “Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.” Lovett highlighted the importance of getting involved in politics and being informed. He emphasized that the book aims to make politics more approachable, engaging, and inspiring for readers, rather than a tedious chore.
In conclusion, Jon Lovett‘s appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert provided some engaging insights into how Joe Biden can prepare for the upcoming debate. With Lovett’s advice and a collection of zingers, Biden has the opportunity to make an impact during this crucial event. As the election season progresses, Lovett and Colbert’s book serves as a reminder that everyone can play a part in shaping the future of America.
