Colbert’s Presidential Candidacy Seems to End
EmailABC News’ Jake Tapper Reports: The presidential candidacy of comedian Stephen Colbert seemed to come to a screeching halt Thursday afternoon. The comedian’s application to be on the South Carolina Democratic primary ballot was rejected and he did not apply to appear on the state GOP primary ballot — with its $35,000 filing fee.
Colbert, who was raised on James Island in Charleston, S.C., filed his application with the Democrats and paid the $2,500 filing fee before the noon deadline. But the South Carolina Democratic Party executive council met and after 30-45 minutes of debate and discussion decided to reject his application. His check will be refunded.
Joe Werner, executive director of the South Carolina Democratic Party said that "the council members had some concerns about his viability as a candidate." Werner said that state party rules require candidates to be viable and nationally -recognized in order to appear on the ballot.
Since Colbert was only campaigning in South Carolina — and was running as both a Democrat and a Republican — council members ruled he was not viable, Werner said.
Those appearing on the Democratic ballot will be: Sen. Joe Biden of Delaware, Sen. Hillary Clinton of New York, Sen. Chris Dodd of Connecticut, former Sen. John Edwards of North Carolina, former Sen. Mike Gravel of Alaska, Rep. Dennis Kucinich of Ohio, Sen. Barack Obama of Illinois and New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson.
And what would Werner say to any critics who argue Colbert is more viable than, say, Mike Gravel?
"I don’t disagree," Werner said. "Or others." Werner emphasized that "it wasn’t my decision, I’m not a council member. I can’t justify to you their reasoning. They’re saying Gravel is campaigning in more than one state, and Gravel is seeking to be only on one party’s ballot."
The state Democratic party’s council is comprised of 20 members, elected at the state party’s convention. Two members come from each of the state’s six congressional districts, as well as party officers, and Democratic National Committee members.
The Palmetto State GOP seems to have an easier — if pricier — selection process than the Democrats.
"Anyone who meets the requirements is on the ballot," said state GOP communications director Rob Godfrey. "Anybody who meets the constitutional requirements, Federal Election Commission requirements, has filed appropriate paperwork and pays the $35,000 fee gets on the ballot."
But Colbert did not submit his application.
On the GOP state ballot will be former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani, former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, Sen. John McCain of Arizona, Rep. Ron Paul of Texas, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, Rep. Tom Tancredo of Colorado and former Sen. Fred Thompson of Tennessee.
Also on the GOP ballot will be three somewhat fringe GOP candidates, Dr. Hugh Cort, John Cox, and Cap Fendig.
South Carolina Republican Party chairman Katon Dawson had kind words for Colbert. "I think he’s a tremendous TV personality, he has a big following," Dawson said. "That being said, he’s a TV personality."
It was remarked that some see former Sen. Fred Thompson, R-Tenn., the erstwhile co-star of NBC’s "Law & Order" as a TV personality as well.
"Oh he is, he is," said Dawson. "So is Arnold Schwarzenegger. But they’re also politicians."
A spokeswoman for Mr. Colbert, 43, had no comment. Colbert’s candidacy was to be limited to the South Carolina primaries.
The host of Comedy Central’s "The Colbert Report" appeared over the weekend at the University of South Carolina in the capital of Columbia, where he was given a hero’s welcome. The mayor declared him the state’s "favorite son" and he received a key to the city.
"I promise, if elected, I will crush the state of Georgia," Colbert told the crowd. "Our peaches are more numerous than Georgia’s. They are more juiciful."
Colbert’s coverage of his campaign was sponsored by Doritos.
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Colbert is amazing. He probably got more younger americans thinking about the election than anyone else. Could this be the entire point? Colbert and Jon Stewart should be awarded for brining issues to the ears and minds young Americans and helping to bring down the old and boring stigma
Posted by: Ken | November 1, 2007, 3:40 pm 3:40 pm
Spoil sports…the establishment does not like the bright light that Colbert’s lampooning shines on them.
Posted by: Bret | November 1, 2007, 3:45 pm 3:45 pm
Interesting that the dems wont let him run. Guess they are chicken he would steal votes from Hillary. The repubs were asked about it and said all he had to do was pay the fee to get on the ticket. Seems like the dems have this gotcha rule that if they dont like you they can not put you on the ballot. Since Colbert was polling higher than some of the bozos the dems let in their debates how can they justify not putting him on the ballot?
Posted by: ragebot | November 1, 2007, 4:00 pm 4:00 pm
Cobert (a true half-wit) is simply a low-brow, cheap version of Jon Stewart (a true wit). He appeals to those with the same third-grade mentality that like the buffoon Conan O’Brien, who NBC wants to replace Leno in 2009. Colbert and O’Brien – and especially Couric – reflect the continual, and now accelerating, dumbing-down of television, in particular, and US society, in general. Many are not amused.
Posted by: ALEX H. | November 1, 2007, 4:04 pm 4:04 pm
Laugh all you want, but Steven Colbert would have taken away real Democratic votes. If you thought Ralph Nadar knew how to spoil an election, Steven Colbert would have been spoiler-in-chief for Hillary or Obama or Edwards. It’s not funny if it really affects the election in a chaotic way.
Posted by: Sean O'Brien | November 1, 2007, 4:04 pm 4:04 pm
How dare South Carolina deny a citizen of the U.S. the right to run for president of the United States. That is unconstitutional!
Posted by: Tyrone | November 1, 2007, 4:05 pm 4:05 pm
The Gods have spoken – no to Georgia peaches! The peaches are not sweeter than S. Carolina.
Posted by: sue from texas | November 1, 2007, 4:26 pm 4:26 pm
I had no idea it cost that much to apply for to be president. I really had no idea you there was a fee to candidates at all. $35,000. As of the 2000 census, the per capita income was only $24,000. So your average South Carolinian can’t afford to run for the GOP in his own state. I think that is a story that should be told. Maybe Colbert was trying to point out this inequity in a round about way?
Posted by: dunno | November 1, 2007, 4:27 pm 4:27 pm
That is too bad they rejected him — where did Paulsen or Nadar sign on when they ran — Anyhue, Steven already stated on his show this week that the GOP was too expensive and he would only seek to be on the democratic ballot.
Posted by: Paulet | November 1, 2007, 4:32 pm 4:32 pm
Politicians have no sense of humor
Posted by: TamSam | November 1, 2007, 4:59 pm 4:59 pm
For those here suggesting that Colbert would have taken away votes from mainstream candidates if allowed to run as a Democrat, your understanding of the U.S. presidential election process appears lacking…
Remember, we have an overwhelmingly two party system where a presidential candidate from each of the two major parties is nominated to run against one another. Colbert is not running as an Independent, ala Nader. Nor was he running to get real votes. The idea that Colbert would be taking significant votes away from Clinton, Obama, Edwards, etc, is absurd. What, as a write-in candidate in the general election?
Remember, he’s a comedian, a brilliant satirist. He’s lampooning the system in its entirety and how people relate to it.
Posted by: idiobiblio | November 1, 2007, 5:00 pm 5:00 pm
Oh, what the hell. I’m so sick of all the candidates I think I’d vote for Colbert.
Posted by: Jon King | November 1, 2007, 5:02 pm 5:02 pm
So much for democracy.
I thought he should run as an independant anyway…and just because his name isn’t on the ballot doesn’t mean that people can’t vote for him as a write-in candidate, and not just in South Carolina.
Posted by: Meg | November 1, 2007, 5:15 pm 5:15 pm
Hey Alex H, you go after Colbert for 3rd grade humor? He provides perhaps the most intellectully stimulating satire this country has seen. I get the feeling your ‘intellect’ comes from the classy FoxNews…from the people who brought you “BigFoot” yesterday on their main page..ALL DAY.
Posted by: Rob | November 1, 2007, 5:18 pm 5:18 pm
Stephen Colbert is what Jon Stewart was and has surpassed that. Colbert is what he is supposed to be; a “TV personality” with obnoxious sarcasm and a light-hearted arrogance that attracts a large fan base. As for O’Brien, his ability to make fun of himself, as well as his sarcasm, has put him in line to replace Jay Leno (quite an honor). This is not dumbing-down of TV. This is entertainment and people who don’t take it for what it is end up with their Hanes in a wad and not enjoying what is their for them to enjoy. Obviously, all politics aside.
Posted by: David | November 1, 2007, 5:27 pm 5:27 pm
Colbert is brilliantly funny but has no business running for President. Many here make the point that he would have garnered more votes than some of the candidates — that is probably true but it would have been the votes, not of individuals who care about our country and our place in the world, but who think it is all some giggly, high school joke, the political equivalent of toilet papering a neighbor’s yard. Most informed Americans are quite happy that these individuals, whose political knowledge is derived solely from comedy shows, remain apathetic and don’t vote.
Posted by: LAGuy | November 1, 2007, 5:44 pm 5:44 pm
Colbert Denied
POOF! Thats what happened to the spoof campaign of Stephen Colbert:
The presidential candidacy of comedian Stephen Colbert seemed to come to a screeching halt Thursday afternoon. The comedians application to be on the South Carolina Democ…
Posted by: The American Mind | November 1, 2007, 6:09 pm 6:09 pm
Mike Gravel is a viable candidate.
The only reason he’s not made out to be is because corporate media doesn’t want to make him look like a mainstream candidate.
But when it comes down to it, the majority of Americans agree with Gravel on the issues.
End the WAR NOW VOTE GRAVEL!
Posted by: Dave | November 1, 2007, 6:15 pm 6:15 pm
Perhaps they were afraid he’d win.
Posted by: khopkins | November 1, 2007, 6:24 pm 6:24 pm
Stephen should come get on the ballot in FLORIDA…we need a candidate who’s not afraid to take on Georgia!
Posted by: Barbara | November 1, 2007, 6:44 pm 6:44 pm
Dennis Kucinich, who claims to have seen UFO’s, is on the ballot–but the guy who leads Kucinich by 5 points head to head isn’t?
The party’s executive council voted 14 to 3 to refuse Colbert’s application for a spot on the ballot.
“The general sense of the council was that he wasn’t a serious candidate and that was why he wasn’t selected to be on the ballot,” said Joe Werner, the party’s director.
And Dennis “never mind that Syrian nuclear facility” Kucinich is considered a “serious” candidate?? Now that’s good comedy!
Posted by: carl | November 1, 2007, 6:44 pm 6:44 pm
This is a sad day in America when South Carolina’s favorite son gets denied the presidency! Colbert is the man, he would have won! Viva Colbert Nation!!!
Posted by: JesseV | November 1, 2007, 6:47 pm 6:47 pm
Oh well, I guess I won’t be voting again this year after all…
Posted by: Carl Bergstedt | November 1, 2007, 6:49 pm 6:49 pm
Our Nation is at a crossroads. Our entire Country is looking for new, exciting, different, and yes…..sometimes humorous ways of promoting politics and government beyond the status quo. There is a reason that 70% of eligible US voters choose to never vote. By having South Carolina reject Stephen Colbert’s attempt lets me know that the Democratic Party is as stale and idealess as ever before. Fearful, exclusionary, order-taking, get in line Democrats is now the picture for our youth and every voter Nationwide.
Posted by: Betty boop | November 1, 2007, 7:02 pm 7:02 pm
I find the whole argument that Stephen would’ve taken votes away from any of the “real” Democratic candidates incredibly amusing. If someone votes for Stephen, a guy not serious about running for president, isn’t that a reflection of how incredibly poor the Democratic candidates are, to the point that people would rather vote for a comedian than a politician? If someone voted for Stephen Colbert instead of Hillary Clinton, who’s at fault there? Stephen? Or Hillary? Who failed to grab the voter’s support here?
Posted by: John | November 1, 2007, 7:04 pm 7:04 pm
Wait – Why is Obama not on that list of Democrats who will be on the SC ballot?
Posted by: Doug | November 1, 2007, 7:10 pm 7:10 pm
I’m a little curious about the rationale of preventing Colbert from being on the ballot because he might take votes away from mainstream candidates. Have the party leaders in South Carolina forgotten that the entire point of holding a primary election is so that the PEOPLE can choose their candidate? Winning votes is the entire point.
Posted by: Jake | November 1, 2007, 7:18 pm 7:18 pm
I hope this is a step towards ending the inadequate 2 party system we have here in America. I think our whole government needs to be reorganized into a system which divides power into smaller segments and has many, many more checks and balances and a strict evaluation system which holds leaders accountable for their actions.
Posted by: Jacob W | November 1, 2007, 7:26 pm 7:26 pm
If real fools are running the country, why not a comic? It can’t get any worse!
Posted by: Nutman | November 1, 2007, 7:32 pm 7:32 pm
Democracy is disfunctional in the United States. We have slowly acquiesced to unreasonable constraints on our free speech (try holding a rally in front of a national convention). We have accepted the cash for access campaigning that dominates American politics. We have rolled over for sound bites instead of dialogue, speeches that aim to offend the least instead of saying what they believe and attack dog environments in our primaries and our national elections. It is time for a change. Maybe Colbert should run.
Posted by: Jeff Tuttle | November 1, 2007, 7:37 pm 7:37 pm
He should run as an independent in the election. Screw both of our corrupt parties and their bought and paid for candidates.
Posted by: Bob | November 1, 2007, 7:42 pm 7:42 pm
How come he can’t run as an independent?
Posted by: Anonymous | November 1, 2007, 7:43 pm 7:43 pm
this is bs it’s unamerican to tell someone they can’t run. anybody should be aloud to run and the only reason why he said he’s running as a democrat and republican is because he’s running as a undivided American
he should just tell America to simply wright in his name on the ballet
Posted by: bokkodo | November 1, 2007, 7:45 pm 7:45 pm
From the article: “Those appearing on the Democratic ballot will be: Sen. Joe Biden of Delaware, Sen. Hillary Clinton of New York, Sen. Chris Dodd of Connecticut, former Sen. John Edwards of North Carolina, former Sen. Mike Gravel of Alaska, Rep. Dennis Kucinich of Ohio, and New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson.”
I’d look for a retraction soon, or a much longer article on why Barack Obama was denied a spot on the Democratic ballot in South Carolina.
Posted by: James | November 1, 2007, 7:49 pm 7:49 pm
Well, this is rather expected. It wasn’t a serious campaign and the democrats finally I guess didn’t appreciate his injecting any shenanigans into their coronation of Hillary and why should they? The republican party I don’t think would run him either, but the democrat party would have been the one to run him if he were to go for an affiliation. He still could go independent, but I doubt it will happen. He’s done his thing and it was all fun. Vote Carlos Mencia in ’08! We need the Mind of Mencia and he would be the first Latino president! If you don’t vote for him, it must be because you are a bigot! Remember that! :)
Posted by: TexBork | November 1, 2007, 7:52 pm 7:52 pm
I hope that some of you Colbert supporters will join us on the Ron Paul Peace Train?
It is shaping up to be one Hell of a party!
Posted by: Ra | November 1, 2007, 7:53 pm 7:53 pm
Maybe Stephen needs to start a new political party. The Truth Party!!!
Posted by: D | November 1, 2007, 8:06 pm 8:06 pm
the system fails again :(
Posted by: steamr0ller | November 1, 2007, 8:15 pm 8:15 pm
D, That should be the “Truthiness Party”.
Posted by: TexBork | November 1, 2007, 8:42 pm 8:42 pm
Carl Bergstedt posted (and actually thought) that as an American Citizen one gets to vote in choosing the party candidates in the presidential election. False! False! False!
Only voters in Iowa and New Hampshire and maybe South Carolina get a choice. After those three states vote, the establishment media declares the winner for each party, and tells us that all other candidates are done before most states get to vote.
Voting by working class citizens in American democracy is irrelevant. Only cash donations really count.
Posted by: Jay G | November 1, 2007, 9:28 pm 9:28 pm
Wow, snubbed, lol, well as they say where I hail from “they don’t kick dead dogs.” You must be more of a threat than you thought :) It is a sad commentary on the the egalitarian idea of any one can run for office.. one side has a low entry fee, but can deny your aspirations by closed vote, and the other has a high entry fee just to run. God bless the America.
Posted by: Davidicus | November 1, 2007, 9:37 pm 9:37 pm
I think Steven should start a national write-in campaign and really shake things up. Let’s see if the Colbert Nation can get mobilized.
Posted by: Al Fresco | November 1, 2007, 10:26 pm 10:26 pm
That’s terrible news! I’ve enjoyed learning about what it takes to run for office – from paying $$ to the parties, to circumventing election laws that restrict corporate funding. I was looking forward to watching the rest of the process unfold. Colbert is brilliant, and has performed a great service by shedding light on what usually goes on out of view. Once again, I am profoundly disappointed in the Democratic Party and the state of our democracy.
Posted by: Lily | November 1, 2007, 10:30 pm 10:30 pm
As a college student, because of Colbert running, I felt compelled to learn more about Politics and who I should vote for. In the past few weeks I have learned how Ron Paul has strong morals and if were to win would in effect would create an ethical stance for America.
Posted by: aaron watkins | November 2, 2007, 12:31 am 12:31 am
I really believe Mr. Colbert should try to go for the presidency. He is seen as a good role model to the younger generation and generally has good ideas. The SC Dem. Party is ignorant and wont let him run. If not Stephen Colbert then Ron Paul!
Posted by: Ashley W. | November 2, 2007, 1:13 am 1:13 am
Our constitutional rights to vote for whom ever we wish are being violated!! what the hell is wrong with this country! I can’t believe that a bunch of idiots have the power to dictate who we and cant vote for!
Stephen Colbert is the man!!!
Posted by: Antonio M. | November 2, 2007, 1:40 am 1:40 am
Now they’ve done it! Maybe Colbert might have to run for real to get his phony campaign started! :)
Posted by: zenzmurfy | November 2, 2007, 2:14 am 2:14 am
Stephen should declare himself a write-in candidate in the Michigan Primary.
Posted by: Katherine | November 2, 2007, 9:00 am 9:00 am
I found the Colbert candidacy idea to be a great piece of performance art and satire, just as the Colbert Report is. It would have been great to see him run, and to see if he would have been invited to any debates in South Carolina.
Unfortunately, for those of you saying that the actions of the Democratic Party to reject Colbert are unconstitutional are wrong. The constitution allows each individual state to determine the requirements to get on the ballot, even though the only qualifications for running for President are that you be 35 and a citizen of the United States, and been a resident within the United States for 14 years (no ex-pats).
This points to yet another problem with Presidential elections (foremost among them the electoral college): The states should not be controlling the requirements for election to federal office. There is no uniformity. Of course, such a change would require a constitutional amendment, which does not seem likely.
Posted by: John PM | November 2, 2007, 11:23 am 11:23 am
Why didn’t Colbert run as a Republican?
Posted by: Sean O'Brien | November 2, 2007, 11:39 am 11:39 am
I really hope somebody explained this above (I didn’t read all 70+ comments) but it does not cost anything to run for president.
These costs are associated with the political parties. To be affiliated with the Democratic Party, you must meet their rules, and to be affiliated with the Republicans, they have thier own set of rules.
That said, anybody can run for president without being affiliated with either party. It would be good if you all, and the media, would remember that. Both parties are hopeless and annoying bureaucracies.
Posted by: RDW | November 2, 2007, 11:45 am 11:45 am
I really like the Colbert Report and think it is a sham and shame that the DemoRats have rejected his canidacy. The Republicrats would have accepted him (though the rate is excessive).
The only great news is that Ron Paul is a viable alternative to all of the other corporate candidates (from both parties) that obviously do not any rock the boaters like Colbert in an election. Shame on DemoRats in S.C.
Posted by: John Cummins | November 2, 2007, 11:47 am 11:47 am
I can’t wait to see what he does next!
Posted by: cm | November 2, 2007, 1:09 pm 1:09 pm
That’s a shame. Oh well, Colbert, run for Senate in New York, rename a few Post Offices and you’ll be more than qualified to make a serious run in the next election. Good luck!
Posted by: Uniblogger01 | November 2, 2007, 4:17 pm 4:17 pm
I do love Steven Colbert and I also believe he should run independent. If only to prove to both dem.& rep how screwed up they both are. I am so very disappointed about the way our country is being run anymore that its almost impossible to believe anything either party says at this point.
I’m tired of Bush never listening to ANYTHING American ppl say. It seems as if he’s on his own kind of mission. Which seems to me has NOTHING to do with US…the actual AMERICAN PEOPLE.
His veto’s almost seem as a consious, control freak way of rebelling against congress or something. His priorities are soooo messed up.
Honestly, its Steven Colbert that at least seems to tell the truth. Even if it is with a humorous twist. Maybe thats what we need at now…the truth, plain and simple and humor.
I for the first time in my life can say that I am not only disappointed in the way our govt is atm…but embarrassed.
:*(
Posted by: Rebecca | November 2, 2007, 7:59 pm 7:59 pm
THIS GUY THINKS RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT IS A JOKE? GET THE HELL OUTA’ HERE!!!!
Posted by: bobster | November 2, 2007, 8:22 pm 8:22 pm
Another perfect example of how no outsider stands a chance in this country. Our system needs revamping and it starts by removing anyone and everyone who is an incumbent. Then we remind the newly elected bunch why they were elected and if some change isn’t made then they will go too. I think it all starts with term limits.
Posted by: DK | November 3, 2007, 2:09 am 2:09 am
hey bobster, have you not seen the candidates running for president on both sides? Sadly enough the reality is that running for President IS a joke and the joke is on you and I and all of America!!!!
Posted by: Okie Dokie | November 3, 2007, 2:18 am 2:18 am
i thought that colbert’s application for presidancy was jus a jok to boost his ratings 4 his show
Posted by: gary | November 3, 2007, 1:42 pm 1:42 pm
I’m sure it was some what a joke…and as Okie had said so are both parties, yet Colbert was at least able to accomplish alot reguardless. Sure he got alot of attention, but at the same time, he got over 60% of the younger Americans back involved with our country and whats going on with it.
I’m sure if he had been excepted to run he might have. I don’t think that would of been a bad thing. We need a fresh, new, intelligent person that is FOR this nation.
Can someone tell me seriously, if they honestly think BUSH is really running the show? Unless of course its to VETO yet another congress approved bill out of spite. I’m sure you all know that he’s not. He’s not smart enough nor does he have the ability or common sense that is required to make fair judgement of the ppl he has been intrusting to advise him.
Also, the fact these canidates have to run around begging Americans for money for THEIR campain makes me sick. The most viable candidates are because they raised the most money? Are you kidding me? That’s not fair or right, it’s just stupid! Their out raising MILLIONS for their campain, while Bush veto’s health care for our children because of the cost? OR about the water bill to rebuild our COUNTRY? Yet he gives so freely BILLIONS of AMERICA’s money to Korea’s ppl so they wont test any more nuc’s? *THought Americans dont except bribes or threats? Spends BILLIONS a day to remain over in Iraq? Plus, to top it off we now owe CHINA BILLIONS! I’m not sure about you all but I’d like to know where is the power in oweing any country any money? What is happening to our country?
Come on…seriously, and even though Hilery is in front..I don’t like how she keeps changing her thoughts and ideals depending who she’s talking to.
I WANT the TRUTH and LOYALITY to US the American People and our military… FIRST and far most. PERIOD!!
I want to be assured that the next president LISTENS to US and our concerns. I want a president that before spending America’s money on other countries, I want to be able to trust he would only… after helping his own country first.
How can we lead by example to other countries when were not taking care of ourselves first???
I’m sorry, but this country NEEDS a serious CHANGE and I personally dont see it coming from any of the candidates that are running.
If Steven Colbert was given the right to run I’m pretty sure he would have gotten a good majority of the vote. From ppl like me and others that have sadly lost all faith in the ‘basic’ politician that we have running atm…to them, its all about money and power. THEIR power…not OURS.
We dont have nor have we had in along time a president that repersents us the AMERICAN People. A president we all can be proud of and believe in. As it stands now, we the American ppl have no say. PERIOD!
The result…America is crumbling… falling, and we are all going to suffer for it if we dont get SOMEONE in the running we can trust and believe in.
Posted by: Rebecca | November 3, 2007, 4:24 pm 4:24 pm
Even if he won the 2008 presidential election, do you really believe that Colbert would actually allow himself to take office? No man would accept such a great responsibility as President of the U.S. based purely on political satire. And if he did he would fail miserably in the position, being wholly unprepared and be removed promptly. (Now would be the time when a Democrat reader makes a predictable smart remark along the lines of “Bush has failed miserably and he’s still in office.” Some things never change…)So everyone concerned about Colbert’s campaign needs to cool their jets and relax a little.
Posted by: Chris O. | November 4, 2007, 11:30 am 11:30 am
A “half wit” I don’t think so. You would last longer in the ring with Tyson’s fists than you would with Colbert’s wit.
Posted by: Mike P | November 4, 2007, 11:33 pm 11:33 pm
How can you possibly say Colbert is a half-wit. It’s obvious that his type of comedy is a little over your head, rather than below you. He’s hilarious, clever and a good acter. I think He would have made an amazing president
Posted by: Blotchka | November 6, 2007, 1:47 pm 1:47 pm
I beleive that Colbert would be a good president, better than most other canidates. Regardless of the fact that he’s a comedian, he’s still a very clever person, unlike our current president
Posted by: Blotchka | November 6, 2007, 1:59 pm 1:59 pm
Before I watched the Colbert show the other day I knew nothing about the presidential canidates. Today, I went and looked up who was running, and what there beleif’s are. Whether or not Colbert meant this as a joke, he did get kids interested in politics. I beleive he’d be a great president
Posted by: Britty | November 6, 2007, 2:02 pm 2:02 pm
For me, it is hard to tell the difference between Stephen Colbert the person and Stephen Colbert the TV personality. He should be like “Borat” and create an alternative personality for his larger than life TV persona. He’s unpredictable which makes him a great comedian but a scary political candidate. I’m not saying that politicians should talk in sound-bites but I wouldn’t want a debate about serious issues that affect us all (Social Security, Iraq, health care, immigration, etc.) to get derailed by a comic trying to make a punchline. Politics can be entertainment on late night TV but I don’t think we should be looking to be entertained by politicians on the campaign trail. There is too much at stake in everyone’s future to cheapen the process into who can come up with the best one liners.
Posted by: Liz | November 10, 2007, 2:56 pm 2:56 pm
Colbert gravel kucinich paul nader perot carter [conyers?rangel?] united for truth elicit fear smear blacklist.
The people know too much,
democracy rising democracy now.
Rage against the machine.
Honesty compassion intelligence guts.
No more extortion blackmail bribery division.
Divided we fall.
Posted by: gravel kucinich paul nader | November 22, 2007, 4:42 pm 4:42 pm