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Matt Long

Veteran firefighter Matt Long survived being crushed by a bus and explains how he overcame the resulting physical and psychological damage.

8/16/11 in :60 Seconds

Rick Perry is in love with America, John Hodgman talks bookstores, and Matt Long credits his mom with his successful recovery.

Borders Goes Out of Business

John Hodgman suggests bookstores replace their old-fashioned bookshelves with beautiful, well-appointed downloading pods.

Indecision 2012 - Michele Bachmann Fever & Rick Perry's America

Americans can settle in for a lengthy media overfeeding at the trough of Michele Bachmann, and Rick Perry is cowboy boot-deep in hay, hitting on America.

Indecision 2012 - Barack Obama's Bus Tour - O, the Places He'll Go!

The naturally occurring, swing state, red-white-and-blue bunting fields are in full bloom, and Barack Obama has some frequent Greyhound miles to burn.

Exclusive - Cheat Sheet - Ali Velshi

Cram for CNN anchor Ali Velshi's appearance tonight with a look back at the Daily Show's finest mentions of his work.

Recap - Week of 8/8/11

The U.S. loses its AAA credit score, fires rage in the U.K., John Coffee pins down rating agencies, and the Best F#@king News Team covers the Iowa straw poll.

Moment of Zen - Stealthy Mitt Romney

Mitt Romney sneaks up on Fox News' Carl Cameron during a live straw poll report.

Michael Wallis

Author Michael Wallis uncovers the reality behind American folk hero David Crockett.

Indecision 2012 - Corn Polled Edition - Candidate Tent Coverage

The Best F#@king News Team enjoys Republican candidate-provided petting zoos and fair food at the Iowa straw poll.