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Oct. 26, 2005 I remember first watching the Daily Show at the age of twelve and wondering who these people were, saying that apes (this was the summer that "Planet Of The Apes" was released) were going to rule humanity, followed by goats, then toads, and apes pretty much from there on out. At first I dismissed it as childish humor that I, at the all-knowing age of 12, was too good for. Now, five years later, I relish watching the unusual antics of the Daily Show staff. Aside from being very funny (having a professional comedian do news is an awesome idea), the show mixes humor with an unpredictability that raises it above predictable shows like "Mad TV" and "Saturday Night Live," who seem to follow a similar format for every skit they do. The Daily Show, blending real and fake news, takes a unique spin on comedy and news by laughing at the rigid manner of current politicians (I keep saying, a little humor goes a long way with public support). Some people denounce the show as being "biased," "juvenile," and "not funny." I can agree with two of those statements. The Daily Show most certainly presents a biased look at politics. Jon Stewart himself often shows liberal bias. However, people are sorely mistaken when they assume that the show only attacks Republicans. Republicans do take the main brunt of the show's sarcasm, but at the same time, one must remember that Republicans are firmly in charge at the moment, being in control of virtually every branch of the government. The show, when it does make fun of Democrats, presents them in a more pathetic light than their conservative counterparts, often making fun of how little power Democrats actually have at the moment ("Impeach Bush!? Lady, they couldn't even get you an extra microphone. Baby steps..."). Now, complete with its own spin-off, the Colbert Report, the Daily Show has become a staple of American television. Combining political satire with the kind of sass and sarcasm one would expect from a teenager, it's no wonder that the show has become as popular as it has with youngsters of all political backgrounds. And of course, let's not forget the moment of zen. ------------ About the author: Jack Lepiarz is a senior at Madison High School. Born in Waco, Texas, he lived with the Big Apple Circus for much of his early childhood, eventually moving to Madison, New Jersey, where he now resides. Although he is often described as stubborn and egotistical, he tries to keep an open-mind towards new ideas and treat people the way he would like to be treated. Email: Jackwuzhere42@aol.com Tell a friend about this site! ------------ All articles are EXCLUSIVE to Useless-Knowledge.com and are not allowed to be posted on other websites. ARTICLE THIEVES WILL BE PROSECUTED! |
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