
Episode 716 • • 19:16 - 26:25
716: The Portal
President Obama's Anger Translator Skit and Climate Messaging
President Obama utilized an "anger translator" character, played by actor Keegan-Michael Key, during his Correspondents Dinner routine to deliver political messaging. The skit addressed campaign finance regarding Ted Cruz and Hillary Clinton before pivoting to a serious message on climate change. The performance mocked Senate Republicans for using snowballs to deny global warming while citing Pentagon concerns over national security risks.
