Marvel released a preview for the upcoming issue #573 of Amazing Spider-Man, which is extra-sized because it includes an 8-page back up story featuring the one and only Stephen Colbert.

Marvel Comics and The Colbert Report have enjoyed a good symbiotic relationship for the past couple of years, ever since Colbert—a hardcore D&D, Star Trek and comic book geek himself—helped promote Marvel's politically infused Civil War mini-series in 2006 and subsequent big Marvel events such as the death of Captain America. In return, he was rewarded with Captain America's shield (now proudly displayed on his trophy wall) and his presence is felt throughout many of Marvel's books, occasionally appearing in the backgrounds and/or referred to.

Remember back in October of last year, when Colbert ran for president in his South Carolina hometown? He dropped out of the race a month later, but in the Marvel universe, his campaign continued on strong; and now he's swinging off weblines with Spidey? Slick.

Marvel is proud to reveal that Spider-Man and acclaimed television personality Stephen Colbert will join forces in an all new eight-page story featured in the extra-sized AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #573! Acclaimed writer Mark Waid and fan favorite artist Patrick Olliffe present Stephen Colbert, a candidate for the U.S. Presidency in the Marvel Universe, teaming up with Marvel's most iconic crime fighter. What could bring these two together? And what will it mean for both their futures? This issue also features a special Colbert variant by Marvel EiC and industry superstar Joe Quesada! Plus, don't miss the stunning conclusion to the sold out "New Ways To Die" from the dream team of Dan Slott & John Romita Jr!

Don't you think that Obama and McCain would get even more votes if they were fighting side-by-side with Thor? Or would aligning with a Norse God offend the Evangelical crowd?

Check out this preview page.