In the 2024 presidential election, Sarah Silverman chose to remain in the background. As she shared in an interview with The Minnesota Star Tribune, she was on tour during that time. Many people asked her to make a video or take some action, but her belief was that Americans weren't interested in hearing from celebrities at that moment.

Bringing Back "The Great Schlep"

Silverman expressed her regret for not repeating an initiative like "The Great Schlep" from 2008. This joint effort by the comedian and the Jewish Council for Education and Research aimed to encourage young Jews to persuade their grandparents to vote for Senator Barack Obama. She said, "Maybe I was wrong. I just focused on reposting thoughts from smarter people. I should have done something like that again. Not that it would have made a difference."

Overcoming Familial Struggles in Her Tour

In her ongoing tour "Sarah Silverman: Postmortem", the star focused on the familial struggles she has faced. Her stepfather and biological father both passed away within nine days of each other. She explained, "This show is not at all political, for better or worse. I think it's better, to be honest. What happened was, I just wanted to talk about them, starting with my dad's eulogy. It's happened organically. I've never thought of myself as relatable. I've always thought of myself as niche. But I was at a point where I needed to be in touch with people, and it's been awesome."

Reflecting on Her Choices

Silverman's decision to stay in the background during the 2024 presidential election was a significant one. It shows her understanding of the public sentiment at that time. She also realized the impact of her previous actions, like "The Great Schlep", and how they could have potentially influenced the political landscape. Her tour became a platform for her to share these personal and emotional experiences, rather than engaging directly in politics. It's a unique perspective that offers a different view of the intersection between celebrity and politics.