Jerry Seinfeld

In an appearance so little publicized that many Washingtonians may be unaware it happened, Jerry Seinfeld reconquered the Kennedy Center this past weekend with four sold-out shows that revealed the comedian to be anything but past his prime.

The one disappointment was that neither Seinfeld nor Carol Leifer did any political humor. It seemed especially odd since President Bush is such an easily mocked figure. Maybe that’s it. Maybe it’s too easy. It was dismaying, too, to hear Seinfeld ask for a round of applause for “the troops” in Iraq. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. And not that “the troops” don’t merit honor and homage. But what an easy way to get applause.

I commend Jerry and Carol for having the good sense and taste to not “mock” our nation’s leader.

I also think it is wonderful that Jerry asked for a round of applause for our troops who are serving in Iraq.

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