philly.com — Even the show's name is a joke. The title first appears on the screen as The Government, but then the word is split in half, producing an Iraqi slang phrase that means "Hurry up! He's dead." In one show he announced "Rums bin Feld" said the American forces are leaving on 1/1, then realized it was one by one, or in 694 years and breaks down crying
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foxymcfoxOct 7, 2006
The ability to create a satirical comedy show without fearing Sadaam's death squads? Sounds like progress to me. This sort of show simply could not have existed under Sadaam's regime, the fact that it is on shows great promise for Iraq's future.
monkeywizardOct 7, 2006
"Yes, because before America came Iraq was a thirld world country with no TV, internet, or electricity."Exactly. I didn't think the modernization of that country would take place that fast.
neuropsychguyOct 7, 2006
Finally the Iraqi people have freedom of the press! The fact that they can create a show like this now is definitely an improvement for Iraq.
azathothxOct 7, 2006
@ScottMaximusYeah, that's funny an' all... but is it loli?
Closed AccountOct 8, 2006
wait! jon stewert called this onethey are going to use an emmy to highjack a plane
lennon2600Oct 9, 2006
I hope the Daily Show gives props to the Iraqis who put this thing together. Maybe crack an outsourcing joke.@chachie: Bush bashing isn't just fun and a prerequisite for becoming a member of the club we call REALITY, it's a healthy start to your day.