Rally to Restore Sanity: Video of Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert Event

Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert's dueling rallies in Washington produced clear-headed dialogue and huge crowds. Read our coverage and watch video of the event.

The Daily Beast

Published Oct. 30 2010 4:54PM EDT

The Day D.C. Went SaneBy Howard Kurtz

It was a bit of an insane scene getting to the sanity rally.

The size of the crowds took everyone—at least in the professional prognostication class—by surprise.

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Jon Stewart's Demographic SurpriseBy Benjamin Sarlin

Far from strictly a college-age affair, Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert attracted a surprising number of middle-aged and elderly rally-goers. Benjamin Sarlin reports.

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7 Best Moments from the RallyBy The Daily Beast Video

A tribute to Chilean miners, T.I. on a green screen, and a giant paper mache replica of Stephen Colbert: The rally delivered a hilarious mix of performers and political commentary. WATCH VIDEO of the most memorable, truthy moments.

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Gallery: Exclusive Images from the Rally

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