The Jay Leno Show and the rise of political humor

Jay Leno's new show debuts tonight and features a Washington-based political correspondent.

Jay Leno's new prime-time comedy hour, which will debut Sept. 14, includes a Washington-based 'political correspondent.'

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By Gloria Goodale, Staff writers of The Christian Science Monitor; Daniel B. Wood, Staff writers of The Christian Science Monitor

September 14, 2009

Pasadena, Calif.