Stephen Colbert in D.C.: Comedian to file PAC at FEC (video)

May 13, 2011 - 11:18 am

Stephen Colbert the host, comedian and quazi-presidential candidate (of South Carolina), is coming to D.C. Friday to promote his newest project: Colbert PAC.

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Colbert took to Twitter on Thursday night to announce his intention to file a "super" political action committee with the Federal Elections Commissions.

 

Come support me Fri. at the FEC! 4pm, 999 E St NW. Wash. DC. Making a better tomorrow, tomorrow. TOMORROW!less than a minute ago via SocialOomph Favorite Retweet ReplyStephen Colbert
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In DC? Free at 4pm? Meet me today at the FEC: http://bit.ly/PACattack. Or just send cash with a friend.less than a minute ago via SocialOomph Favorite Retweet ReplyStephen Colbert
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Colbert's idea stems from a loophole in election law as a result of the Citizens United ruling. The super PAC removes many restrictions in corporate spending and political advertising.

On Wednesday, Colbert floated the idea of filing with the FEC: 

 

The leader of the Colbert Nation is no stranger to D.C. Last September, he testified in front of Congress on the plight of farm workers. A month later, Colbert and "The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart performed at the "Rally to Restore Sanity and/or Fear" on the National Mall. Colbert's influence extends to the Smithsonian; the National Portrait Gallery features a fraimed painting of the star.

Is anyone planning on going to the FEC to cheer on Colbert?

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