Jon Stewart weighs in

Conservatives are using the "Blame Game" talking point to complain that the mainstream media has unfairly targeted Bush. It's a criticism Daily Show anchor Jon Stewart has a succinct reply: "Shut up." Stewart characterized Bush's performance as an "inarguable failure."

The show actually aired on September 7, but I finally got to watch it tonight on my TiVo. Following Ed Helms's hilarious, must-see lead story, Stewart played a soundbite of Bush praising FEMA head Michael Brown: "Brownie, you're doing a heck of a job," Bush was heard telling the beleaguered FEMA official. Responded Stewart: "Blackie... I've seen you in better shape."

NBC News anchor Brian Williams appeared on the same night. Fishbowl provides a complete synopsis of that interview.