And after Trump won that election, many — including myself — believed that if only Stewart had not abdicated his late-night show in August 2015, Trump might well have been defeated.
On a serious note, I don’t actually believe my 2016 article had anything to do with Stewart returning.
And if history is any guide, Stewart will get under Trump’s pathetically thin skin, surely causing him to lash out on social media.
Just one example came shortly before Trump announced his 2016 run, when Stewart discussed the other GOP presidential candidates.
For a comedian, having a person like Trump respond angrily on social media to your jokes is better than a standing ovation.
Persons:
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