Staff Reports
In the wacky world of political comedy, one can always count on Saturday Night Live (SNL) to deliver a show that might just need a warning label—”May contain excessive levels of cringe!” Recently, SNL featured none other than Vice President Kamala Harris, and it seems like the production team thought they were striking gold. But if anyone tuned in with hopes of a fresh, original skit, they may have felt like they just stepped into a familiar time warp, echoing the infamous sketches starring Donald Trump.
Now, let’s take a stroll down memory lane. Remember the uproar when Donald Trump sketched his way into America’s hearts—or, at least, into the meme pool? Those late-night, tear-filled reactions from liberals were priceless. Watching them squirm on election night was almost as good as opening a present on Christmas morning. Fast forward to today, and it appears that the SNL writers came up with an idea that didn’t pass the originality test. They presented us with a Kamala Harris sketch that felt as if they were recycling the past rather than charting a new course.
When Kamala stepped on that stage, the anticipation was palpable. But instead of a comedic masterpiece, audiences were treated to a sketch miming one of Trump’s past performances, almost like a karaoke night gone wrong. The writers seemed desperate to evade the Federal Communications Commission’s equal-time rule while crafting a narrative that would distract from their own party’s shortcomings. The result? An extreme case of cringe that might make you wonder if you’d mistakenly wandered into a parody of a political sketch.
Oh, and let’s talk about the delivery! Kamala attempted to channel some confidence while the rest of us sat back and wondered if her sketch was a desperate attempt to distract from the real possibility of losing once again. The lines fell flat, with Kamala seemingly relying on her presence to carry the weight of the joke. It was almost as if the sketch was saying, “Look! I exist! Isn’t that funny?” News flash, Kamala—the mere presence of a politician does not equal comedy gold.
Meanwhile, Donald Trump’s past sketches remain memorable for their biting satire and self-deprecation. Not to mention, they had the added benefit of authenticity. The difference here is as glaring as a neon sign. Trump’s willingness to poke fun at himself resonated. What was the response from the audience during the Kamala sketch? It sounded like the stunned silence that fills a room after a dad joke goes wrong.
What’s clear is that a shake-up is needed in the SNL camp—perhaps a dose of self-awareness would work wonders. The sketches they’re cranking out lack the depth and creativity that once made the show a staple of political satire. Instead, they’ve become a comedic echo chamber, desperately seeking relevance in a rapidly changing landscape. As election day looms, one can only imagine how the crew at SNL will react when President Trump takes center stage again. Will we get another round of emotional, tear-soaked sketches or will they finally learn to embrace humor—or lack thereof—of their own party? Only time will tell. In the meantime, just sit back, grab some popcorn, and enjoy the show—as long as you’re ready for a heavy dose of cringe.
