Fans of the NBC drama West Wing were subject to perhaps one of the least funny monologues in the history of television advertising. Before starting the Live Debate, Ellen introduced the show on behalf of American Express.
She talks about how on live television anything can happen, she could go out on stage and say, "You've told us your stance on Social Security, but what about your stance on Social Security cards." She then proceeds to go on about how flimsy they are, etc. All of my friends simply rolled their eyes. There seemed to be consensus that unless you're Chris Rock or House, it's hard to say something funny about Social Security reform. It's no laughing matter.
Listen to it all here.
