Lehrer Addresses Colbert Nation
Last night, PBS newsman Jim Lehrer braved the satirical lion’s den that is the Colbert Report. And, we have to say: he held his own.
When Stephen complimented him for not voting and cracked about his “wishy-washy-ness” Lehrer replied “I’m wishy-washy for a living.”
Colbert went on to critique Lehrer’s interview style, asking “How do we know what’s important in a newscast if you’re not yelling at your guests?” To which Lehrer replied “If I asked a guest a question, and then afterward yelled ‘LIAR!’ …”
“…your ratings would go through the roof,” Stephen interjected.
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