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Stewart stated that a significant victory for Democrats would not be sufficient if the party leadership does not change its approach. He argued that Democrats need to \"do something\" and \"deliver\" concrete actions, rather than relying solely on opposition to Donald Trump's politics."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"During an appearance on his podcast, \"The Weekly Show,\" Stewart suggested that Democrats need to develop a \"prescription for rebalancing this economy in a smart and urgent way.\" He also indicated that he is hopeful that Senator Chuck Schumer will not remain as the Democratic leader. Stewart criticised the idea of following a \"corporatist path\" and urged action if the party is granted control."},{"type":"heading","text":"Coverage comparison"},{"type":"heading","text":"What the coverage left out"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"None of the right-rated digests mention Jon Stewart's specific phrasing that Democrats would need to \"do something\" and \"deliver\" beyond opposing Trump's politics. 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