10/27/2009
Stephen Colbert Takes on Referendum 71 and Marriage Rights
Stephen Colbert took on Referendum 71 in Washington last night.
"I say if it looks like a duck, and files a joint tax return like a duck, and gets to visit its duck partner in a duck hospital, you might as well register at the duck Pottery Barn because it is gay duck marriage."
Watch, AFTER THE JUMP...
In R-71 news, a poll released yesterday showed Referendum 71 ahead by a 17 point spread (53% in favor, 36% against). This is obviously great news, but it's important not to become complacent.
Donate to Approve Referendum 71 HERE.
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Posted 9:50 AM EST by Andy Towle in Gay Marriage, News, Stephen Colbert, Washington | Permalink
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Last night was the first time I've watched him in about six months, so this was perfect timing. I was still laughing this morning.
Posted by: Paul R | Oct 27, 2009 12:14:56 PM
I don't know... I love the Colbert Report but never like it when he talks about gay equality. Something about it always feels off to me, like he's personally uncomfortable with the jokes or something.
Posted by: Pender | Oct 27, 2009 2:09:50 PM
Umm, Pender, he's kidding. Being facetious. It's a parody of Fox News.
Posted by: Osman | Oct 27, 2009 2:50:30 PM
Great clip. Love Colbert, just wish I coulda seen the whole show. (For some reason at COmedy Central's site, it's upside down)
Posted by: MicahSkin | Oct 27, 2009 4:36:56 PM
Micahskin, the show started out upside down as a joke. It was turned rightside up in the opening monologue.
Pender, he's extremely gay-friendly. Ever see Strangers with Candy, either the movie or (especially) TV show? I'm guessing not.
Posted by: Paul R | Oct 27, 2009 8:04:38 PM
Actually the episode being upside down is an elaborate visual gag.....
Posted by: Zypher | Oct 28, 2009 12:04:31 AM
Stephen Colbert is amazing. I live in Washington state and I just sent in my ballot. I voted yes on 71 because just because a man loves a man or a woman loves woman doesn't mean that they should be denied those simple rights.
Posted by: Claire | Nov 4, 2009 3:03:04 AM