It's been a good four years or so since JibJab made the now classic Bush-Kerry political parody video, "This Land," and now with the election only months away, the time has come for their latest political spoof, "It's Time for Some Campaigning." As a parody of Bob Dylan’s '60s political anthem, "The Times They Are A-Changin'," the video features Obama, McCain, both Clintons and even a cameo from a banjo-playing Dubya. Barack riding a unicorn through the enchanted forest is genius, but the Clinton cigar scene was priceless as well.
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Gina Gershon by Jemal Countess/WireImage.com
Rescue Me alum Gina Gershon and her lawyers have gotten wind of a new Vanity Fair article on Bill Clinton, and they are not pleased. In the piece, VF writer Todd S. Purdum suggests that Gershon had sexual relations with the former prez, a tacit claim that she's vehemently denying. Gershon's legal team has thrown down a demand letter insisting on an immediate retraction and a "sincere apology." The document says, in part, that the piece "outrageously insinuates that Ms. Gershon has had an inappropriate sexual relationship with President Clinton. This is absolutely false." The letter, linked to by the trusty folks at TMZ, goes on to say that Gershon is "extremely offended by the false and defamatory inference" in the article.Gershon has, in fact, met with the president on several occasions — but does that really warrant low-ball insinuation? Assuming the story isn't true, why would VF play with libelous fire? — Anna DimondUse our Online Video Guide to see some of Gershon's ...
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Barack Obama by Steve Granitz/WireImage.com and Hillary Clinton by Mark Hirsch/WireImage.com
If you're into presidential candidates, tonight is your night. Sen. Barack Obama appears on Late Show with David Letterman (11:35 pm/ET, CBS) to present the Top Ten list. This will be Obama's fourth appearance on Late Show.Sen. Hillary Clinton also makes a national TV appearance, in a sit-down with Bill O'Reilly on the O'Reilly Factor (8 pm/ET, Fox News).The candidates' appearances come less than a week before Tuesday's pivotal Indiana and North Carolina primaries. — J.R. WhalenUpdate: As delivered Thursday night, "Top Ten Surprising Things About Barack Obama":10. My first act as President will be to stop the fighting between Lauren and Heidi on The Hills.9. In the Illinois primary, I accidentally voted for Kucinich.8. When I tell my kids to clean their room, I finish with, "I'm Barack Obama and I approved this message." 7. Throughout high school, I was consistently voted "Barackiest."6. Earlier today I bowled a 39.5. I have cancelled all my appearances the day the S...
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Remember those new NBA ads we told you about a couple of weeks ago? The ones with opposing players sharing a split screen and talking about the challenges of the playoffs? Well Time magazine loved the idea so much they're using it on their latest cover, featuring Democratic presidential candidates Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. They've even appropriated the slogan "There Can Only Be One," giving credit to the NBA for the inspiration.
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Is it just us, or does anyone else think that the lengths our political figures are willing to go to in order to win some love from the American people is getting to the point of sheer ridiculousness? They've been on late shows, SNL, The Daily Show, Colbert Report, even The View. We get it — you guys (and gal) are hip and cool. But if you happened to be watching TV last night, you may have noticed that all the current heavy hitters were appearing in some really odd places. First, President Bush showed up on the hit game show, Deal or No Deal, delivering a thank you message to a soldier contestant as well as poking fun at his low approval rating: But the icing on the cake had to be when we saw Hillary, Barack and McCain air a message on WWE Raw the night before the Pennsylvania Democratic primary. Their wrestling jokes were so cringe-worthy, we could barely make it through to McCain’s bit: Your take: How do you feel about our politicians making so many TV appearances, namel...
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The Pennsylvania Democratic primary is officially upon us, and what screams Penn. more than a little Sly Stallone as Rocky Balboa? How about Barack Obama as Baracky Balboa? The only thing better than Oprah (as his trainer) rooting him on is Hillary talkin' smack as Apollo Creed. So, now the question is, "How will this movie remake end?"
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WWE's Triple H by Martin Schoeller/USA Network/WWE Photo
The rasslin' ring is the latest stump stop. Democratic presidential candidates Sen. Barack Obama and Sen. Hillary Clinton, along with GOP presidential hopeful John McCain, will bring their campaigns to WWE Monday Night Raw tonight (8 pm/ET, USA).Each candidate will address the audience in a taped message. For Clinton and Obama, the hope is that tonight's appearance could lead to a body slam in tomorrow's Pennsylvania primary. — J.R. Whalen
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The Colbert Report courtesy Comedy Central
Cheers to The Colbert Report for capping off an exuberant Pennsylvania-primary week in Philadelphia with appearances by Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and John Edwards. Clinton fixed the telecast's technical problems, Obama put distractions "on notice," and Edwards advocated "universal haircare" during "The Edwords." Still, my favorite moment of the week was when Colbert asked if he could lick the Liberty Bell because he wanted to "tongue the crack of Liberty." He may not have made it onto the presidential ballot, but Colbert has made himself a real election-year player. • For more Cheers & Jeers, check out the new vodcast.• Share your own raves and rants about other shows on the Reader Cheers & Jeers discussion board.• We may feature your Cheer or Jeer on TVGuide.com or in TV Guide magazine!
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Stephen Colbert by Martin Crook/Comedy Central
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton appears on The Colbert Report (11:30 pm/ET, Comedy Central) on Thursday.Her Democratic opponent, Barack Obama, has declined Colbert's invitations, though his wife, Michelle, is slated to appear tonight.The Colbert Report orignates from Philadelphia this week in advance of next Tuesday's Pennsylvania Democratic primary. — J.R. Whalen
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The Jonas Brothers by Eugene Gologursky/ WireImage.com
Ryan Seacrest is hosting the second edition of the Emmy Award-winning Idol Gives Back special on Wednesday, April 9, at 7:30pm/ET on Fox. Some new faces have been added to the roster of performers and personalities scheduled to appear, including presidential hopefuls Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and John McCain. It will be very interesting to see who will truly be "giving back," and who will be stumping for votes. Rounding out the ever-expanding list of political figures and celebs are British prime minister Gordon Brown, Posh and Becks (Victoria and David Beckham), the Jonas Brothers (can you hear the screaming teenagers now?), Felicity Huffman, Kylie Minogue, Kyra Sedgwick, Minnie Driver, Sarah "Im F--king Matt Damon" Silverman, and many more.Are you planning to watch Idol Gives Back, or maybe even donating to the cause? Who are you most excited to see on the special? — Erin FoxWatch clips of American Idol with our Online Video Guide.
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