The Colbert Report 
In a gesture much appreciated by his audience, Colbert had his head shaved to a military-regulation buzz-cut by Gen. Ray Ordierno, under the direct order of the Commander in Chief. (President Obama, in a taped message that included the command, “Shave that man’s head!”)
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Not entirely avoiding politics, Colbert declared victory in Iraq, as he put it, “by the power vested in me by basic cable,” and an on-screen joke told the troops, “Obama should deploy you to GM.” Indeed, Colbert’s visit is intended, in part, to remind those of us here stateside that there are a lot of men and women doing very difficult work overseas, even as the news media is dominated by our economic woes.
But you’re not going to catch me, as someone who blogs about Jon & Kate Plus 8 among other topics, chiding the news media… the great thing is, Colbert does it all by himself. What he’s also doing, via his hilariously huffy, cowardly Colbert persona, is continuing a great tradition of entertainers who make the effort to travel to where troops are deployed and give some brief pleasure to soldiers. More power — and less hair — to him.
Did you watch The Colbert Report in Iraq? What did you think?
Hilarious!! They did a fantastic job of timing Obama’s message (which was a HOOT!). Good for them.
That was amazing. I love having a president with a sense of humor.
That was amazing. I love having a president with a sense of humor.
it was sooo funny. espically his comments on n.korea and ‘the word’. cant wait to see tomorrow with his ‘new haircut’.
Stephen was wonderful tonight, I can’t wait for the rest of the shows.
No offense but I rather have a President who is actually doing something to save us than a sense of humor!!
-TL
Thats what I would’ve liked Bush to do also but I guess that didn’t happen. Go Obama Go Colbert!! Much appreciation to the troops.
TL (sit down)
Yes, I’d much rather have a President fly to Iraq in a military plane, land on a carrier, wear a flight suit, and declare victory under a giant “Mission Accomplished” banner. That sent a much better message.
The irony is… You are all making me laughs!
I expect nothing less…
-TL
I wasn’t the least bit disappointed or surprised by Colbert last night – stellar! (loved the suit too). The joke about deploying the troops to GM was awesome!
I never really liked Colbert’s act much before but this has me thinking much better of him.
FYI: Did you guys know this?:
http://www.youtube.com/user/07DuranDuran
This is the reason he’s the best on Late Night. I hope his ratings are huge this weekend, because he deserves it.
Colbert is a true hero.
http://tvdonewright.com/2009/06/09/tv-tonight-tuesday-june-9th-2009/
Great job Stephen! Showing true appreciation to our troops and at the same time reminding those of us back home that there are WARS still going on over there . The suit was brilliant and so was the head shaving. The troops gave Obama a warm reception, they know that in spite of working his tail off to clean up the mess he inherited , he hasn’t lost his sense of humor.
Stayed up past my bedtime to see Stephen…it was worth it! He was in good form, and gave props to the troops..you can tell he REALLY appreciates their service. I also loved the “basic training” segment…and the bit with the Prez and the buzz-cut! Looking forward to the rest of the week…