The Colbert Report is one of numerous satirical shows in todays media that focuses mainly on politics. Colbert himself is also sometimes a very over-the-top character in his show. His character commonly agrees with the Republican Party on issues and always comes up with ideas on how to enforce their policies. These ideas would be considered abrasive and unnecessary if the politicians were to actually enforce them, but because Colbert does it in a satirical fashion, people are able to see that these ideas are ridiculous and would not be affective. Some times, the lengths at which Colbert’s satires go tend to give the audience the feeling that he does not support the Republicans, but is instead completely mocking them. The sign of good satire is being able to trick the audience and make them confused as to whether or not the person is joking or is completely serious. Colbert has this affect on me everytime I watch his show, and I feel that he is a very good satirical artist.