Former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki offered a critical analysis of the Democratic Party's approach to the 2024 election during a recent appearance on Jon Stewart's podcast, "The Weekly Show." Psaki questioned the effectiveness of certain campaign tactics, particularly Kamala Harris's focus on "fighting democracy" alongside former Republican Representative Liz Cheney. While acknowledging Cheney's "heroic" stance, Psaki suggested this partnership and the Democrats' overall messaging failed to resonate with average voters.

Psaki criticized what she described as the Democrats' "academic Ivory Tower" language, arguing that their focus on abstract concepts like authoritarianism and oligarchy disconnected them from the everyday concerns of Americans. She contended that voters ultimately rejected this perceived detachment from reality. Psaki further expressed concern that the Democrats had become overly associated with the status quo and existing institutions, a sentiment echoed by Stewart himself.

Cheney's involvement in the campaign drew particular scrutiny from Psaki. Although praising Cheney's actions regarding the January 6th events, Psaki questioned the strategic wisdom of aligning so closely with a former Republican figure, particularly in the final stages of the campaign. Cheney's complex history, from her initial support of Donald Trump to her eventual impeachment vote and subsequent endorsement of Harris, added another layer to the discussion.