Perhaps you've totally forgotten that we're currently in the deep throes of election mania, thanks to the profound hangover of Sunday night's still-in-progress #KimExposedTaylorParty. But Monday, which marks the beginning of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, has a certain way of smacking you in the face with the harsh light of reality. Thankfully, John Oliver knows just the way to alleviate the pain of the most ludicrous election in American history: hilariously fake endorsements.
"We wanted to check in with you regarding the presidential election, or as it's now better known, Uncle Sam's Rock-Bottom Yankee Doodle Suicide Pact," Oliver said in a fresh web exclusive clip. "At this point in the year, our field of presidential candidates are racking up endorsements." However, according to Oliver, his accent prevents him from making presidential endorsements of his own. Instead, he'd like us all to know that he is very here for things like this:
"I officially endorse you," Oliver said of the great American pastime of putting human clothes on various animals. "You are charming and a wholesome delight, unlike people wearing animal clothes, which is generally a specific sex thing." Speaking of animals, Oliver also went ahead and co-signed the practice of interspecies friendships. What a guy.
But enough about dogs wearing ties. When the hell will someone finally give the 1999 John Cusack air traffic controller drama Pushing Tin the respect it so clearly deserves? Right now, apparently. "If you are looking for a snooze in the middle of an overcast Sunday afternoon, Pushing Tin will knock you the fuck out," Oliver said. "Officially endorsed!"
You're a brave man, John Oliver. A very brave man indeed.
