The Ticker (video edition): Matthews, Cooper, Hannity…

> SNL got one final round of political sketches in last night, including a portrayal of MSNBC’s Chris Matthews with Sen. Barack Obama. Check out the video.

> CNN’s Anderson Cooper was interviewed on Ellen DeGeneres‘ talk show today, and he explained “The Ellen Factor.” Check out the clip.

> In honor of Election Day, Nas, who is not a fan of Fox News, released a new song, with a shot at Sean Hannity. Click here to listen.

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