In this clip from The Daily Show, Jon Stewart examines the news media’s case of Baracknophobia, described as the “irrational fear of hope.” He seems like he wants journalists to focus on the news instead of adding fuel to baseless internet smears. Requesting that these guys and gals actually do their jobs might, unfortunately, be too much to ask.

As a special bonus, check out Fox contributer Cal Thomas weighing in on “angry black women” after the jump.

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