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Election Results In: Comedy Wins

Race for the White House proving a comedy goldmine

By Rob Quinn, Newser Staff

Posted Oct 9, 2008 1:55 AM CDT

(Newser) – No matter which candidate ultimately surges ahead, political comedy is emerging as the clear winner in the presidential race, reports the New York Times. Tina Fey's dead-on parody of Sarah Palin has triggered a huge boost in viewership for Saturday Night Live. The Colbert Report ... Read full story »

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Race for the White House proving a comedy goldmine

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