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Stephen Colbert’s Hilarious Take on Election Eve Anxiety

On the eve of the highly anticipated 2024 election, Stephen Colbert addressed the collective anxiety felt across the nation during his monologue on Monday’s episode of “The Late Show.” He employed an imaginative comparison, suggesting that the atmosphere mirrored that of Pompeii just before the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

Colbert remarked, “We are all, in some true sense, about to witness history, good or bad,” humorously likening the suspense to how citizens of Pompeii might have felt as disaster loomed. He continued with his comedic portrayal of an ancient Roman official, quipping, “Okay, if the ash cloud goes that way, we celebrate. If the ash cloud heads toward us, everybody strike a cool pose. I’m doing Charlie’s Angels.”

Delving into the unpredictability of the election, Colbert acknowledged the uncertainty and turned to the political experts for insights. He asked, “So what do the polls have to say?”

In response, he showcased a series of pundit opinions that echoed the tension, with phrases like “It is a toss up” and “It’s too close to call” appearing repeatedly. The repeated commentary underscored the uncertain landscape leading up to the election.

Colbert, visibly frustrated, interjected: “You’re way too useless. Grow a pair, you cowards. I could get clearer predictions from a magic eight ball.” This light-hearted criticism of political analysts highlighted the often ambiguous and speculative nature of election forecasts.

With a flourish, he produced an actual magic 8-ball to seek clarity. To his surprise, the answer read “Jill Stein 2024,” prompting laughter and an exclamation of disbelief.

While Colbert’s monologue was filled with humor and satire, it also encapsulated the pervasive feelings of uncertainty and anticipation that come with election season. For those interested, the full monologue can be viewed online.

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