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Limbaugh Pretty Sure That The Late Show’s New Hire Means Civil War

NOVI, MI - MAY 3: Radio talk show host and conservative commentator Rush Limbaugh speaks at
NOVI, MI - MAY 3: Radio talk show host and conservative commentator Rush Limbaugh speaks at “An Evenining With Rush Limbaugh” event May 3, 2007 in Novi, Michigan. The event was sponsored by WJR radio station as part of their 85th birthday celebration festivities. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rush Limbaugh Photo: Bill Pugliano/2007 Getty Images

CBS has just declared war on the heartland of America. No longer is comedy going to be a covert assault on traditional American values. Now, it’s just wide out in the open,” blustered the conservative radio host in response to the news that Stephen Colbert will replace David Letterman. “It’s media planting a flag here, it’s maybe … it’s a declaration.” It’s a good thing he has until 2015 to put the finishing touches on his bomb shelter. 

Limbaugh: Colbert Hire Means War