God punishes the mid-Atlantic states for gayness, Sarah Palin speaks out against government jobs, and John Lithgow looks for Nordic lesbians. (04:13)

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General Ray Odierno enumerates the reasons why America's employers should hire homecoming Iraq war veterans. (06:00)

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Ray Odierno and Stephen pay tribute to the homecoming troops of the Iraq war with an a cappella rendition of "I'll Be Home for Christmas." (01:03)

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The end of "don't ask, don't tell" forever changes America's perception of its military. (03:40)

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Stephen welcomes General Ray Odierno back from Iraq with the Colbert Bump and his haircut. (04:02)

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Stephen thanks Yogi Berra, General Ray Odierno, Vice President Joe Biden and the troops in the audience. (00:25)

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Stephen orders America's fighting men and women to stay safe, stay strong and come home soon. (04:53)

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General Tony Zinni cites David Petraeus, Barack Obama and Richard Branson as examples of great leaders. (05:07)

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General Raymond Odierno offered to shave Stephen's head, but Stephen wasn't taking a mere suggestion from a mere general. Good thing the Commander-in-Chief was on hand to give the order. (4:05)

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Under direct orders from Commander-in-Chief Barack Obama, General Ray Odierno shaves Stephen's head. (05:15)

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Stephen offers thanks to the U.S.O. for helping him get to Iraq and to General Ray Odierno for his new haircut. (00:24)

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