Now, I know FOX doesn't have the best reputation in liberal circles, and they're most certainly not my first choice in a news outlet, but I don't particularly care for an administration singling out a particular network for their scorn and ridicule. I've always felt that the White House and the media should have a cordial-yet-leery relationship; the media is supposed to keep the government honest and the White House is supposed to be above the fray. With this move, they've made it clear that they view FOX News and FOX News ALONE as the enemy, while also seemingly saying that CNN, MSNBC, and the networks will \"go easier\" on them. Not a good precedent to set, but this White House has been all too eager to use their bully pulpit to go after American citizens they disagree with, so I guess I shouldn't be too surprised.
There´s a difference between bad news and pure outright slander.
Bitching about the government/people/anyone ridiculing Fox is basically the same as bitching a tabloid. Like Kissinger mentioned-
I think it's a bit inaccurate to say that MSNBC is \"just as bad\" because to my knowledge they've never deliberately and openly lied, such as when a legislator in a scandal is mislabeled as a Democrat instead of a Republican, which has happened several times on Fox.
And believe me, thats just the tip of the iceberg.
Heck, overseas its the only american cabe channel repeatedly criticized and warned against, like for example, by BBC-
http://www.justabovesunset.com/id193.html
The White house,
http://tpmlivewire.talkingpointsmemo.com/2009/09/white-house-calls-out-fox-by-name-for-lying.php
It has been sued before, and found guilty of lying
http://www.foxbghsuit.com/
Fabricating stories and comments-
http://mediamatters.org/research/200410040006
Even fabricating white house vandalism
http://www.fair.org/index.php?page=1689
But anyway, Fox does serve a purpose here in Brazil, in Universities and political debate, because when one quotes Fox or its point of view, it means a lot of laughter, and a quick win for the opposition, and only a neo-republican/"libertarian" would ever defend Fox.
And Gasbandit, of course. Now for the current White house attack, lets take a look at Fox´s lies-
RHETORIC: BECK SAID VANCOUVER LOST $1 BILLION WHEN IT "HAD THE OLYMPICS." Glenn Beck said, "Vancouver lost, how much was it? they lost a billion dollars when they had the Olympics." [Transcript, Glenn Beck Show, 9/29/09]
REALITY: VANCOUVER'S OLYMPICS WILL NOT TAKE PLACE UNTIL 2010. Vancouver will host the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games from February 12 – 28, 2010 and March 12-21, 2010, respectively. [Vancouver2010.com, accessed 9/29/09]
RHETORIC: VALERIE JARRETT "WAS LAST SEEN WITH THE NEA." Beck's guest, FOX News contributor Pat Caddell, said, "[Obama] is going to go [to Copenhagen] with Valerie Jarrett who was last seen with the NEA pumping up their use of, you know, money." [Transcript, Glenn Beck Show, 9/29/09]
REALITY: VALERIE JARRETT WAS NOT ON THE NEA CONFERENCE CALL. Valerie Jarrett was not a participant in the August 10, 2009 United We Serve/NEA conference call.
RHETORIC: CHICAGO IS CLOSING THE GOVERNMENT SEVERAL DAYS A WEEK BECAUSE THEY CANNOT AFFORD TO BE OPEN. Beck's guest Caddell said, "Chicago is closing the government several days a week because they cannot afford to be open. They are going to go and reward -- this is the biggest scandal." [Transcript, Glenn Beck Show, 9/29/09]
REALITY: CHICAGO HAS HAD ONE REDUCED-SERVICE DAY IN 2009, AND WILL HAVE TWO MORE ON THE FRIDAY AFTER THANKSGIVING AND ON CHRISTMAS EVE. On August 17, 2009, CBS Chicago reported, "If you planned to check out a library book, visit a city clinic or have your garbage picked up on Monday, you're out of luck. The City of Chicago is basically closed for business on Aug. 17, a reduced-service day in which most city employees are off without pay. City Hall, public libraries, health clinics and most city offices will be closed. Emergency service providers including police, firefighters and paramedics are working at full strength, but most services not directly related to public safety, including street sweeping, will not be provided. That also includes garbage pickup. Residents who receive regular collection on Mondays should expect trash to be picked up on Tuesday. Some other customers may experience a one-day delay as collectors catch up. As part of the 2009 budget, three reduced-service days were planned for 2009, days which are unpaid for all affected employees -- the Friday after Thanksgiving; Christmas Eve; and New Year's Eve. The City Council recently approved moving the reduced-service day planned for New Year's Eve to Monday. The 2009 budget anticipates saving $8.3 million due to the reduced-service days. In addition to reduced service days, all non-union employees were asked to take a series of furlough days and unpaid holidays, and most non-sworn union employees agreed to similar unpaid time off." [CBS Chicago, 8/17/09]
RHETORIC: VALERIE JARRETT WILL BENEFIT FINANCIALLY. Beck asked, "Is it possible that she is going to benefit if the Olympics come to Chicago?" Caddell responded, "Well, that’s the word. She has certainly had a lot of dealings going on in real estate." [Transcript, Glenn Beck Show, 9/29/09]
REALITY: UPON ENTERING GOVERNMENT, VALERIE JARRETT DIVESTED ALL HER REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT HOLDINGS EXCEPT FOR A SINGLE INVESTMENT THAT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE OLYMPIC BID. Valerie Jarrett divested all her investment real estate holdings upon entering government except for a single real estate holding that she was unable to sell. This single real estate investment has been determined by White House Counsel and the independent Office of Government Ethics to present no conflict of interest in performing her duties as a White House advisor. It has nothing to do with the Olympic bid.
For more info, enjoy-
http://www.politifact.com/truth-o-m...nd-others-repeat-claim-white-house-political/
Funnily, in 9 months he almost but recovered the reputation of \"USA being the world leader\" that it took Bush 8 years to destroy.
Just hope he can recover from the deficits of the last few Republican presidents, USA's debt might be big, but unlike Japan or some EU countries, its not even 30% of USA's gross national produce.
The truth is there are many more deserving people that have been outshone by Obama's glowing, warm, warming glow.
Nobody who can make a difference in the whole world more than
the most powerful man in the world seeking peace, the disarming of nuclear weapons and diplomatic relations with everyone?
Santa?[/QUOTE]My point, exactly.
There isnt a man right now who CAN and is ABLE to make such an impact, and I dont see any reason but right-wing fanaticism, ignorance, or quasi-religious anti-democrat hate for one not to understand why he´d get a Nobel.
