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- In February 2026, Stephen Colbert posted Rep. James Talarico’s interview, which drew 9 million views and raised US$27 million.
- Researchers found Democratic candidates on The Colbert Report received a 44 % donation increase within 30 days.
- A 2007 Pew study showed satire audiences scored higher on political knowledge than traditional-news viewers.
- In 2010, Colbert and Federal Election Commission Chair Trevor Potter produced “Colbert Super PAC” videos to explain Citizens United.
