Letters to the Editor
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Yes, Colbert delivered his barbs mere feet from the president. It bears mention, however, that in numerous cases he looked Bush right in the eye while skewering him (such as the bit about the low polls.) There was no hint of wavering in his voice. THAT takes guts.
(I think adulations about Mr. Colbert's testicles is getting a bit old now, not to mention somewhat creepy.)
But let's not get too carried away thinking he'll save the world. Stephen Colbert demonstrated tremendous acting, wit, fortitude, and aplomb. Perhaps this performance will be a turning point for how some of the public views the media. But it will hardly change how the Bush administration operates, and may not even change how the MSM carries on its job. We certainly need Stephen Colbert, but we also need many more like him to turn the tide.