Synopsis

Stephen began by discussing the most recent presidential debate, offering praise for John McCain while sharply criticizing his repeated references to Joe the Plumber. He then marked the third anniversary of *The Colbert Report*, noting that a portrait of himself had been accepted by Brent Glass for inclusion in the National Museum of American History. Following this, he spoke with Robert Greenwald about his collection of anti-McCain commercials circulating on YouTube. Finally, Stephen unveiled a