Topic: Media
Anti-Obama and Anti-CNN? You Bet! A discussion of the blatant bias of media networks such as CNNby Ben, Sr.
(libertarian)
Thursday, April 16, 2009
When checking my e-mail this morning, I received a message with footage of yesterday's TEA Party protests, courtesy of CNN. As I watched the video, I couldn't help thinking that even if I were rabidly opposed to the TEA Parties, I would be amazed at the lack of professionalism exhibited by the reporter on the scene, Susan Roesgen. I consider myself a rather pathetic public speaker, but I'm forced to believe even I could do better.
The first man she interviewed was, admittedly, quite inarticulate, and kept referring to Mr. Obama as a fascist. A little advice for that man, if you're going to use such a strong label, have some information to back it up. The difference was, he wasn't being paid by a major news network to give his opinion. A little advice for Ms. Roesgen, if you're speaking to someone who calls your President a fascist, have something a little more coherent to say in reply than, "Yeah, ok, uh, fascist." You're a media personality watched by millions of people. Be prepared for it.
Personally, given the increasing interweaving of federal government and corporate power in our government, the demands for a more wealth-redistributing income tax, the tightening of the reigns on the First and Second Amendments (not to mention the Ninth and Tenth), and the constant talk of nationalizing this industry or that industry, I agree with the fascist label for our current government. But that's better discussed in a separate article.
The second man to speak with Ms. Roesgen was much better spoken, that is when he wasn't being interrupted. He spoke of the belief in liberty and of the right to enjoy the fruits of one's labor, until Ms. Roesgen interrupted with the dismissive question, "What does that have to do with taxes?" It has everything to do with taxes! In an era when government can arbitrarily decide how much of YOUR hard-earned pay YOU are worthy to keep, at a time when government can tell you after busting your hindquarters to get where you are that you have earned the right to pay more confiscatory taxes, that is not liberty.
If the interrupting and degrading questioning were not enough, Ms. Roesgen had the nerve to point out that the man brought his little boy (cute as can be by the way), and that the man was getting a $400 tax credit because of that child. Wow, $400? That's so generous of a government that has run up a tab so immense that every child in the United States is now born owing over $30,000 because of the massive spending of Bush and Obama. If I saved $400 for 75 years, I'd have enough to pay the debt load of one child at the end of those 75 years. Of course, that's not taking into account future budgets, wars and stimuli. But go ahead, Ms. Roesgen, and insult the parents of this country by referring to their beloved offspring as a $400 tax credit. How did you ever get into the media?
Finally, Ms. Roesgen, having had enough, decided to send it back to the news room, given the "anti-Obama and anti-CNN" atmosphere at the TEA Parties. Let me make one thing clear, Ms. Roesgen. I was anti-Obama before the 2008 election because of his previous actions as Senator, State Senator and community organizer. His actions as President have just made me more anti-Obama than before. Similarly, I've been anti-CNN since the beginning, as it has consistently been the mouthpiece of the Democrats (just as Fox News is that of the Republicans). Your actions have simply made me more anti-CNN than before. Congratulations, Susan! You've strengthened my beliefs.
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The so-called "two party system" or dualopoly is a deliberate mechanism designed to keep the sheep in line, always arguing over which tyrant they prefer.
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I have to hand it to the liberal news media--I didn't think they could do it. Ignoring a quarter of a million protesters across America is quite a feat. Chavez and Putin couldn't have orchestrated a better effort.
Posted By: Benjamin W. Mankowski, Sr.
Date: 2009-04-16 17:52:36
Creator,
Thanks for the comment. I actually love downsizedc.org. I obsessively talk to people about Read the Bills and Write the Laws, and even harassed my Assemblyman about a state version of the law.
I have plenty to criticize about Republicans as well, but I suppose I've directed more of my attacks at the current "ruling class" for now. I'm a soon to be former Republican, and will be switching my affiliation officially to Constitution Party after my state's gubernatorial primary this year.
I would also suggest Ms. Roesgen and the media's primary intention was to embarress those attending and discount the event and the Tea Parties in general.
The first person that muttered anything that fit that agenda was probably chosen. I'll bet the words fascist and Obama were at the top of her list! Perhaps that second guy was one of the few left to try and make her/their point, and when she couldn't she decided to exploit the child.
Most of our media now has become a good barometer of this administration's policy. I'd be that this tactic is right out of their "just make it happen" handbook. For those that have any doubt, there has been too much too written the past day to support that! Fascist?...maybe!
Roesgen also threw out the line (don't you know the land of Lincoln (Illinois) will be getting 50 billion $ from the federal government?" Like, the guy should say, "Oh gee, I didn't know that!, I'll go home now and thank the government. Where does CNN get these people?
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