"Matthews, who has criticized politicians in both parties, drew less criticism for his convention role but became a divisive figure during the primaries when he described how he was inspired by Obama's speeches and made disparaging remarks about Hilary Clinton, for which he later apologized.
In May, MSNBC President Phil Griffin said in an interview that during live events Olbermann and Matthews "put on different hats. I think the audience gets it. . . . I see zero problem."
But NBC News journalists, who often appear on the cable channel, did see a problem, arguing behind the scenes that MSNBC's move to the left -- which includes a new show, debuting tonight, for Air America host Rachel Maddow -- was tarnishing their reputation for fairness. Tom Brokaw, the interim host of "Meet the Press" said that at times Olbermann and Matthews went too far." Washpost
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Now MSNBC needs to get rid of Joe Scarborough. His nasty bullying and rudeness to everyone on his morning program is a major obstacle to watching what would other wise be the best morning news discussion on 24/7 cable. Pat Buchanan is a much more able spokesman for conservative views. Give him the show and let him work with someone like Andrea Mitchell. She is a "grown up" and can be relied on to hold her own in serious discussions.
And what's with canceling Dan Abrams again? He is mildly to the left but nothing like Maddow.
Why not give Willie Geist (sp?) a show. This is a young person with brains, charm and wit.
Olbermann stopped being a serious newsman when he "landed" a 35 million dollar contract with MSNBC. Since then he has been a propagandist for the left, albeit a clever and often amusing propagandist.
Matthews? I have a problem with regional and cultural bigotry. He exemplifies both. In addition, his diatribes against Hilary Clinton were a factor in the outcome of the Democratic Party primary fight. If the Democrats lose, he and whomever it was that persuaded Obama to pass HC over for the ticket will be responsible.
Gregory? Well, at least he speaks French.
Brokaw? Montana is calling you. Go back there and write another greatest something or other book. Maybe you could write a book about the men who fought the war you did not chose to fight in.
pl
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/09/08/AR2008090800008.html?sub=AR
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