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Beck Wins It All in Stewart's Jackass Derby

Beck crowned king in new segment

By Evann Gastaldo, Newser Staff

Posted Jul 30, 2009 9:15 AM CDT

(Newser) – “Apparently, any jackass in a suit willing to go on television and criticize the president can make a pretty hefty living,” Jon Stewart said last night on The Daily Show. To crown the biggest jackass of all, Stewart trotted out a new segment: "So You Think You Can Douche."

Sean Hannity's shenanigans were in contention, until Stewart ruled: “Pretty douchey, but it's low-hanging fruit.” Then "birther" Lou Dobbs almost took home the title. But last-minute contender Glenn Beck came from behind to beat out Dobbs, causing Stewart to gasp, “Do you believe in miracles?” Catch the clip at left.

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In this March 12, 2009 file photo, Jon Stewart hosts a taping of Comedy Central's "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow, file)

Jon Stewart hosts a taping of Comedy Central's "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" Thursday, March 12, 2009 in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)

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Beck Wins It All in Stewart's Jackass Derby