He's brilliant, day in and day.
He's not a prude though, his show is for adults. He also has excellent taste in movies and TV shows.
There is nothing "shock jock" about him. He manages to keep his show entertaining without resorting to that foolishness.
Above all, Rush is a genius at political commentary. He often gets to the essential facts of a subject; facts others overlook. More often than not I find myself appreciating how Rush articulates the very essence of a subject, and therefore illuminates it for me.
He faces his adversities with courage. He has feet of clay and never claimed not to.
I listen to Rush in the car with my boys - they are homeschooled, and Rush is a great education for them. It's also a great springboard to talk about current affairs with them - we have some great discussions. My kids can hold their own with most liberals.
He's fuuny too, keeps us entertained. I often am also ferrying around kids that aren't mine. So when he starts the sexual talk, the radio has to go off, and I wish I didn't have to do it. He's been slightly worse since his stay at rehab and divorce.
But I adore Rush. I'll take him as he is.