Don't Tell Me Colbert Testified Before Congress?

(I asked you not to tell me that!)

It would make a great stunt for The Colbert Report. In fact, I bet Colbert wishes he'd thought of it. But that's the problem, he didn't think of it, California Democrat Zoe Lofgren did. Which means that we, the people, governed by we, the people, are in deep doo-doo.

Don't get me wrong, I think Colbert is a funny guy and his opinions are just as valid as the next American's. But inviting a horse and pony show to a function that is already seriously lacking in credibilty will do far more harm than good in terms of restoring public respect, nevermind that no real information was exchanged in the event.

Nancy Pelosi was asked if she thought having a comedian testify 'in character' regarding something about which he knew nothing was appropriate, she said, "Of course I think it's appropriate. He's an American, right? He came before the committee. He has a point of view. He can bring attention to an important issue like immigration. I think it's great." Pelosi hadn't yet even seen or heard his testimony. Check it out here. But that's par for the course for Pelosi, commenting on and forming opinions about things she knows nothing. Guess she and Colbert have something in common. 

Seriously, what a sad day for the American people. What a sad day for immigrant migrant workers whose plight can be one of life and death. A comedian was asked to come and speak on their behalf, who promptly made fun of everything and everyone. I guess, in an ironic sort of way, it was appropriate. Kind of like that proverbial snake that bites you after you've befriended it.