- Stephen Colbert addressed the impact of Donald Trump's narrative surrounding the Jan. 6 insurrection on his supporters.
- In his monologue, Colbert remarked on Trump's description of that day as a “day of love,” contrasting it with the violence that occurred.
- He humorously highlighted the Orwellian implications of Trump's rhetoric: “hate is love, violence is peace.”
- Colbert referenced a December 2023 Washington Post poll, revealing that 28% of Americans view Jan. 6 protesters as “equally peaceful and violent.”
- To emphasize the absurdity of this view, Colbert jokingly stated, “I’m violent and peaceful”, illustrating the contradictions in perceptions.
For the full monologue, check it out here.
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