Agreed on that too - I never really like it with him. The format just wasn't a good fit. Probably why he left after only 5 years.
I used to be a big fan of the show, but now I can't stomach it. I turned my mom on to it about 3 years ago and now she is a total Kool-aid drinking Lib. Pathetic. I blame Jon Stewart and NY Newsday for corrupting her. Is there a 12 step program I can find for her?? :)