Most people are sick of politics, many don't like the state our country is in, and for many it isn't even a topic for discussion. People are tired of the president and congress.

By making a mockery of the political system, not only was Stephen Colbert bringing attention to how idiotic the 'powers that be' can be, he was also making it humorous. When something is funny, people are willing to talk about it. When people talk, solutions are found.

Our political system is turning into a joke with or without the help of comedians. At least with a comedian running, more people would actually look up and pay attention.

honesty compassion intelligence guts...

Says who???? Obviously he can be a write-in candidate. In every state. But I guess CNN would like to close the book on this guy so they can pander to Obama, Clinton, Guliani - the three middle-of-the-road stooges that don't take decisive positions on any issue and won't change anything in this country. The election has already been decided and it's loathsome to think how Americans are prodded to feel 'inspired' by the whole process.

Wake me up in four years.

This is not democracy. This is a two party system.

The Democratic party walked right into the joke without knowing it. I will rethink voting for them this year (of course I will make my judgement on other criteria, but this is a massive failure of imagination by both parties).

This guy needs to go away. This is not time for people playing games. That's what is wrong with Hollywood…everything is about acting to them.
Posted By Tony, Alexandria, Va : November 1, 2007 3:38 pm

You're aware that Colbert has nothing to do with Hollywood, of course.

This is the purpose of the State Separate Electoral College, a limited number of people who can become informed as to who the candidates are.

For Mr. Colbert to be a write-in candidate it is required that he still be listed as a candidate for a serious acceptance after the fact of election; the fact that a Presidential ballot should be hand written is beside the fact. A separate party title is not required for an independent’s status.

Mr. Colbert should gain a high profile job which is not accounted as entertainment; the recent Wrist Strong Campaign as a campaigning representative philanthropist is just a start.

The popular vote does not matter and polls represent little; the Electoral College. Endorsements matter only in party and in events of a required tie breaking.

The Party is polled and only represents a Nomination; if Mr. Colbert is serious for the Presidency he only needs a regular appearance on the affiliate Jon Stewart show to suggest what he would do as President, or have a segment in which a ‘guest’ ask him on his own.

Comparing the selection process of the president to the selection process of a McDonalds employee are two very different things. Here are the differences:

1) Potential McD employees don't have to shell out $2500 in order to apply for work, I would think this is obvious.

2) The age limit for POTUS is 35, plus you have to be an US citizen by birth.

3) You insult the integrity of the McD employee by saying that their job is similar to the POTUS.

I'm sure there may be a few other requirements, but my point was plain and simple: all Americans should be afforded to right to run for president. No one should have to pay some "handling fee" or an "initiation fee" for joining a political party ballot. Though I do see a valid point for a minimum number of signatures, I don't think that is an unreasonable requirement.

I take offense with the assumption that I helped elected Bush into office. Tony, you make a lot of assumptions without asking any questions. The truth is that I’ve NEVER voted for a republican and I don’t foresee a time when I will any time soon. If you really are a Democrat, like you appear to be, then I’m surprised you would resort to baseless attacks without knowing the truth.

I always try my very best to post the truth on these forums (minus the political spin), and to accuse me of anything but the truth is a challenge to my character that I will not allow without a debate.

At least he was given a chance with the Democrats.

"Hello pot? This is kettle calling. Am I getting through?"

I'm sad to admit I am a Democrat today.

I'll be writing in Colbert for my primary, and the national election.