In November 2015, Stewart took his first step toward the next phase of his career with the announcement he had signed a four-year deal to create digital content for HBO platforms. He later teamed with other Daily Show writers to put out America (The Book): A Citizen's Guide to Democracy Inaction (2004) and Earth (The Book): A Visitor's Guide to the Human Race (2010). His first effort was Naked Pictures of Famous People (1998), a collection of satirical essays. Stewart's writing has also been published in several magazines, including The New Yorker and Esquire, and he has authored multiple books. It's an embarrassment to the country and it is a stain on this institution." 'Naked Pictures' and Other Books
"Sick and dying, they brought themselves down here to speak to no one," he said, tearing up. Seething at the sparse turnout, he blasted committee members for failing to show compassion toward the 9/11 first responders who were now battling health issues. In June 2019, Stewart drew attention for his appearance at a House Judiciary Committee hearing on reauthorizing the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund. Stewart and Colbert's joint rally brought in a reported 215,000 people, by some estimates more than doubling the number of participants at Beck's rally. His debates with O'Reilly also showcased his political presence on a grander scale, addressing topics such as health care, foreign affairs in Syria and the actions of the GOP.Īfter launching the career of co-worker Stephen Colbert - who branched off from The Daily Show to create the political satire The Colbert Report - the duo teamed up again in October 2010 for the "Rally to Restore Sanity and/or Fear." The rally, which took place at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., closely resembled Glenn Beck's "Restoring Honor Rally," held just two months prior. After criticizing Carlson's CNN program, Crossfire - stating that the show encouraged separation of political parties, creating division among Americans - the show was canceled, partially due to Stewart's commentary. Stewart's commentary was known to leave an impact. Not one to shy away from heavy topics while still bringing comedy to the table, Stewart interviewed and debated with several respected political presences, including Rachel Maddow, Bill O'Reilly and Tucker Carlson.
There must be a reason for that.”Īlong with running the pseudo-news program The Daily Show, Stewart became a strong political voice among young American voters, with his show consistently ranking as one of the top viewed programs by the 18-34 age demographic. I represent the distracted center.” “It is perhaps a sign of the strength of our republic that so few people feel the need to participate. It's that the Republicans are playing chess and the Democrats are in the nurse's office because, once again, they glued their balls to their thighs.” “If 'con' is the opposite of pro, then isn't Congress the opposite of progress? Or did we just f***ing blow your mind?!” “If you don't stick to your values when they're being tested, they're not values, they're hobbies.” “Liberal and Conservative have lost their meaning in America. And let the chips fall where they may.” “One of the reasons we are in this business is to challenge ourselves.” “Fatherhood is great because you can ruin someone from scratch.” “I'm not going to censor myself to comfort your ignorance.” “The internet is just the world passing notes around a classroom.” “It's not that the Democrats are playing checkers and the Republicans are playing chess. Competence is a rare commodity in this day and age.