Better Know a District

(The final 't' on "district" is silent.)

Dunno how many of my fellow Schmoliticians watch "The Colbert Report", so I may be preaching to the choir here (or at least reading the church bulletin's announcements section to the choir). Colbert's "Better Know a District" segment is usually pretty funny, but I think Thursday's highlight of California's 6th District, represented by Congresswoman Lynn Woolsey was one of the best on record. Not only was Stephen hilarious, but Woolsey gave a good account of herself, handling his over-the-top assholery with style, humour, and a quick wit. You can watch the video by hitting this page and locating it (the official Comedy Central page, fully legal), or jumping straight to YouTube--not kosher, but I can link directly to it.

Whilst you are in the district-knowing mood, also check out Stephen's interview with DC's own "non-voting delegate to the House of Representatives", Eleanor Holmes Norton. Again, hit the official Comedy Central page or click this YouTube link. Mrs. Norton frankly comes across as not a very nice person at all. True, Colbert is trolling like a pro, but she falls for it hard.

As a US citizen in exile, "The Colbert Report" and "The Daily Show" are like a lifeline to the America that I miss.