Cold Opening – Michael Bloomberg Press Conference
The SNL sketch about the response to Frankenstorm Sandy is about … Mayor Bloomberg’s vendetta against sugary sodas and trans fats?  That’s kind of funny, in a bizarre way.  Bobby’s Christie sounded like just a Joisey tough guy, which was disappointing because Christie does have a distinctive voice.  But he did get the attitude right. B-

Louis C.K.’s Monologue
Louie in all black – the classic Louie getup.  As far as I know, Louie is the best stand-up comedian working today, so he could have chosen any bit from his current material to make this monologue work.  I don’t think the old lady at the airport was his best routine, but it did feature some classic moments, particularly Louie’s explanation that he “can’t switch” to not helping the old lady after he has already started helping her and the moment she points at him and declares, “I shall never forget you.” A-

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