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‘The Colbert Report’ is more informative than actual news

People who watch comedian Stephen Colbert deliver the news on Comedy Central are more informed about current issues than those who watch traditional news outlets, according to a study released Monday by the University of Pennsylvania.

Researchers tested consumers of “The Colbert Report,” CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, broadcast nightly news, talk radio and newspapers about campaign finance issues.

According to the results of the study, reported by the Daily Beast, viewers of Colbert were objectively better informed — and were informed of the facts at a greater rate.

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