The next time another liberal complains about Fox News being conservatively biased they should be reminded that one of the network's hosts is on record as being "proud" to vote for Barack Obama. On Saturday night's "Geraldo At Large," Geraldo Rivera, during a discussion on Jeremiah Wright, made the following admission: "He is a wonderful candidate and I'd be proud to vote for him in every regard, just about."
The following is the full statement from Rivera as it occured on the March 29 edition of "Geraldo At Large."
GERALDO RIVERA: Here's what I think is, is the problem. I don't think that, that this is past Senator Barack Obama. Although he is a, you know, he's a very, he's everything that he is. He is a wonderful candidate and I'd be proud to vote for him in every regard, just about. I think he's, he's a terrific guy.
But I have no doubt, in my mind, having lived through the David Dinkins, Rudy Giuliani bare-knuckled campaign for the mayor of New York, that certain people and there's a big "silent majority," they used to call them during Reagan's era, out there are going to remember this, I'm talking about white people basically, they are gonna go into the secrecy of that polling place. They're gonna remember Reverend Wright, they are going to be affected in a negative way. And I think that it will make Barack Obama's success in the campaign for the White House extremely difficult.
I think that he is the odd's on favorite to get the nomination. But to win the general election now, in the face of this, where race is so much at play, I think he's in a very, very tough spot.
—Geoffrey Dickens is the senior news analyst at the Media Research Center.
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Geraldo is another liberal DOPE
April 3, 2008 - 17:16 ET by LionKingHere is Geraldo's checklist for his candidate:
Wow! Glad to see issues matter for you Geraldo.
Dad blame that right wing
April 3, 2008 - 17:19 ET by mattmDad blame that right wing FOX news and all their hard core right wing commentators!
Primetime?
April 3, 2008 - 17:27 ET by the curatorYou can't really consider the host of a Saturday night show a "Primetime" host. I work in TV. It doesn't work that way.
Primetime?
April 3, 2008 - 19:01 ET by Indiana JoeI read the article 3 times, and didn't find any reference by anyone to "primetime." So I fail to see the point of your comment. Unless there's been an undocumented edit, maybe.
There was an edit
April 3, 2008 - 19:23 ET by the curatorThe story originally read, "one of the network's primetime hosts is on record as being..."
He's taken out the word primetime within the last hour or so.
Well, I guess he took your
April 3, 2008 - 19:40 ET by Indiana JoeWell, I guess he took your advice. But doesn't (hasn't) GR done some "primetime" specials?
Either way, it's a small point.
Not THAT small
April 3, 2008 - 19:53 ET by the curatorDoing a few primetime specials doesn't make you a primetime anchor.
I'd debate how small a point it is.
The author is using Geraldo's position and status within FOX News to demonstrate the network is not conservatively bias.
That argument had added weight when he referred to Rivera as a "primetime" anchor... and certainly lost some when he removed the title.
"Doing a few primetime
April 3, 2008 - 20:01 ET by Chris Norman"Doing a few primetime specials..."
Since when are regularly scheduled programs considered "specials"? His show is on regularly at 8:00 PM, Eastern Time, Saturdays and Sundays - fifty two weeks a year. The last time I checked (although I'm certainly not an expert, considering I don't work in television, like you) 8:00 PM is PRIME TIME.
Its not primetime
April 3, 2008 - 20:31 ET by the curatorPrimetime is traditionally reserved for the hours most-watched by regular TV watchers. Mon-Fri 8-11 (7-10 cst).
Calling a weekend show host a 'primetime' anchor is like saying a weekend anchor at a local news affiliate is one of the 'main anchors.'
They're not the same. And for the author to initially characterize Geraldo as such (a 'primetime' anchor) is misleading. Which, I believe, is why he's removed the association.
*as an aside, many TV stations have their main anchors work Sun-Thu, as Friday is a very low ratings night. But, TV networks still refer to the Mon-Fri lineup as "Primetime."
But to win the general
April 3, 2008 - 17:30 ET by MidAmericaBut to win the general election now, in the face of this, where race is so much at play, I think he's in a very, very tough spot.
But here's the thing, we didn't pay much attention to obama being 'black' until his minister pointed out that we are 'white'.
Think Rev Wright will be his
April 3, 2008 - 18:33 ET by Biff McCainThink Rev Wright will be his VP?
only if mccain pics hagee
April 3, 2008 - 20:04 ET by crsheddonly if mccain pics hagee for his vp.
perfect job
April 3, 2008 - 20:08 ET by the mad poleAmbassador to Ireland.
Well, y'know, that, ah,
April 3, 2008 - 17:40 ET by FastEdhillbilly is still, y'know, in the race, even when, y'know, ah, everyone seems to y'know, be going to, ah, Barry. And, y'know, the issues will, ah, y'know will just hafta take, ah, y'know a back seat.
And, geraldo, don't forget, there won't be a lot of hispanics voting for Barry, no matter what you say. Get a grip, read his book, and then tell me he's the best the demolibs can do.
There is no sense in being stupid, if you can't prove it! - my dad V
Hey Jerry Rivers!
April 3, 2008 - 17:49 ET by Del DolemonteWhat's that on your upper lip, a jungle chipmunk?
Every now and then...
April 3, 2008 - 17:50 ET by PrairieSkyGeraldo opens his mouth and says something that just reinforces my long-standing opinion of him. This is one of those occasions. Someone at FoxNews must feel that he has some value to keep him around as long as they have. I can only suppose that the thinking must be that by having Geraldo on the payroll helps justify Fox's "Fair and Balanced" motto.
It is insulting and
April 3, 2008 - 17:53 ET by suzycreamcheeseIt is insulting and erroneous to think that if a typical white person doesn't vote for Obama, that it's about race. I'm really tired of hearing this spewed all over the media. There are MANY reasons why I won't vote for Obama, and the number one is that I can tell what kind of people Obama and his wife are behind closed doors, and they're not people I would like to be around much less have living in the White House and running our country.
To hear the media tell it, the only race who would dare vote against His Majesty are the honkies.
Quite a shock...
April 3, 2008 - 18:05 ET by ExtirpaterTo know Whorealdo is just another self centered liberal lunatick. His "reports" from Afghanistan were staged attempts at " courage under fire".
The only live fire he has been near is the kind used to roast hot dogs.
The US Treasury is considering his image for the $ 3.25 Bill to be realeased later next year.
My racist Hispanic
April 3, 2008 - 18:35 ET by mastersofdeceitMy racist Hispanic father-in-law won't be voting for Obama because he's black.
Racism and not voting for Obama
April 4, 2008 - 13:17 ET by merlin61suzycreamcheese. Agree with you 100% there
are many,many reasons not to vote for Obama.
Race has nothing to do with it.
Well
April 3, 2008 - 18:34 ET by well99Since I consider them both racist it is no surprise.Birds of a feather stick together.The only differences between them and a KKK member is complection and terminoly.
Gerald and HIS president
April 3, 2008 - 18:35 ET by planetrepublican"...I'm talking about white people basically, they are gonna go into the secrecy of that polling place...". So Gerald is a bigot but doesn't see it because the object of his bigorty is whitey. In his mind only whites can be bigots. How classically liberal. Can you imagine if O'Reilly said "I'm talking about black people basically, they are gonna go into the secrecy of that polling place..."; Jesse Jackson and Rev. Al would be in a lather, calling for his head on a platter.
I rememeber Gerald flying home from his luxury cruise, all in a lather about the "attacks" on HIS president Clinton. Obama, just another one of HIS presidents. P-U, Gerald, where is the hook when you need it??
Why am I not surprised.
April 3, 2008 - 18:38 ET by mjgWhy am I not surprised. Geraldo is so liberal.
Hell, O'Reilly didn't even
April 3, 2008 - 18:56 ET by Indiana JoeHell, O'Reilly didn't even say it! His surprise at the civility of a restaurant in Harlem got him toasted, didn't it?
Implied racism is worse than stated racism. Must be opposite day.
"Liberal" time
April 3, 2008 - 19:18 ET by iveseenitallThis is a golden time for the "liberals". They get the oppportunity to choose between two commies. They get to hide their own racism by accusing anyone who disagrees with them of being a racist or a sexist. Bigots like Jerry get to accuse anyone who opposes amnesty of being a racist. Sounds like Jerry gets a little weak in the knees when talking about BO. It's strange, but kind of laughable. All these "liberal" men in the MSM almost drooling (and other things) when they talk about this young man Barack. What's up? Are the "liberals" really mentally ill after all? I think so.
NEVER,NEVER trust a "liberal"
If Obama doesn't get the
April 3, 2008 - 20:33 ET by ahusserIf Obama doesn't get the nomination it will be because of racism. If he gets the nomination and loses the election it will be because of racism. If he becomes President any criticism of anything he does or says or his wife does or says will be because of racism. It will be political correctness to the nth degree. I am already sick to death of all this typical victimizing trying to pin the guilt thing on all of us white folk. I can't imagine four years (or more) of it. If elected he's going to be the black Jimmy Carter and will probably win or tie as the worst President ever but we will never be able to say so because to do so will be racist. I know this is very superstitious but as unreligious as I am I honestly believe this guy IS the anti-christ.
Not anti-christ, racist
April 4, 2008 - 07:07 ET by planetrepublicanI do not think he is the anti-christ but I do agree with you about the racism. ANY criticsim is now going to be met with the racist tag. Perhaps the only way to fight it is to ignore it, I don't know.
Planet My anti-christ
April 4, 2008 - 10:46 ET by ahusserPlanet
My anti-christ statement was a little tongue in cheek. But he is a total unknown with an unusual blend of race, culture and religion for one person. I am disturbed about the Rev. Wrong statements and his possible influence on Obama and his wife, his Muslim upbringing, the racist church he apparently belongs to, his racist wife. Must be a lot of conflicting pulls for one soul. I am particularly disturbed about his supposed "charisma",his rock star status the dimwitted in our culture are drawn to image over substance. How the media is not doing their job just tossing softballs his way and not asking the hard questions that need be asked. He has been soft pedaling his socialist "progressive" agenda. Just like an iceberg we are only seeing 10 percent of the whole. I know McCain has issues and the "true" conservatives on this website trash him relentlessly, but he is pretty much a known entity with I believe a solid character. Hillary as scummy as I believe she is is pretty much a known entity also and totally unfit to be President.
could be worse
April 3, 2008 - 19:52 ET by UndercoverConservativemaybe he's advocating for public voting results, so, you know, Bush can't 'steal the election" ever again.
The comes the websites with name, and vote result for the entire world to see, so the Reality TV folks and peer pressure driven weenies will make sure to vote only for the "cool" candidate.
This election is waay too much like Student Body elections in high school-a popularity contest with absolutely no substance. Just the way Liberals like it.
"to call an illegal immigrant an "undocumented alien" is the same as calling a streetcorner drug dealer an "unlicensed pharmacist".
Right
April 3, 2008 - 20:16 ET by iveseenitallBingo!
"Student Body elections in high school"-- You've hit the nail on the head, Undercover. But so sad for America.
NEVER,NEVER trust a "liberal"
"...I'd be proud to vote for him..."
April 3, 2008 - 19:09 ET by Indiana JoeI think a lot of people will be voting for "pride" this cycle. Pride in being able to claim they helped elect the "first [fill-in-the-blank] President," issues be damned.
Obama as the "first black," or Hillary as the "first woman," OR (this just occurs to me this second) McCain as the "first Vietnam veteran." He would be, wouldn't he?
Damn, it'll be a "first" no matter WHO wins! And EVERYONE can be "proud." So there, Jerry.
I agree
April 3, 2008 - 19:56 ET by the curator"no matter WHO wins! And EVERYONE can be "proud.""
Couldn't agree more. As a liberal, I won't be unhappy should McCain wins.
While I don't agree with everything he stands for politically, I feel he's more competent than the current Commander in Chief... and I feel I can trust him. Which means a great deal.
Geraldo Plans New Special
April 3, 2008 - 20:12 ET by Redrowan2000Geraldo is going back to Chicago. He heard there is something in Al Capones safe. Open it up an der it is--Obamas granma.
Wow I'm really suprised by Geraldo , usually he hides his subjectivity really well.
Geraldo must have been that something crawling up Crissy Matthews leg when he hears Obama speak. Anybody see that puke playing hardball with Obama at some College? had to turn it off.
"Don't let the bastard grind you down."
Red
Al Capone Baby!
April 3, 2008 - 22:38 ET by WhatsHappeningWhen I think about Geraldo, the first thing that comes to mind is him embarrassing himself on live national TV with the empty Al Capones safe.
You know Obama must be in trouble if Geraldo endorses Obama, especially on a segment about the Racist and Anti-American Rev. Wright.
jerry is a douche bad
April 3, 2008 - 20:59 ET by charlietexasjerry is a douche bad anyway...why did foxnews hire him???
Why am I not surprised that Geraldo will vote for
April 3, 2008 - 21:09 ET by R D HelmWhy am I not surprised that Geraldo will vote for a man I now consider to be a racist hate-monger for president?
Theme for Election '08: I want my mommy!
Geraldo plays race card as usual
April 4, 2008 - 01:59 ET by Parker1227"I think he's in a very, very tough spot."
As well Obama should be for making his home in the church of an insane bigot.
Only in the upside-down world of Geraldo are "White" Americans racists for refusing to support a candidate who built his spiritual life around the insane mutterings of a racist.
This falls in the same line of logic from the left that says tolerance must be extended to the grotesquely intolerant (as in: violent Islamist bigots and the millions of Muslims who quietly support them).
Geraldo's Right (or Left)
April 4, 2008 - 11:25 ET by AeroSpearGeraldo nails it on the head. Obama is "everything that he is."
That is soooooo insightful. His cognitive abilities must be way above any of us for that to make any sense.
Both his and Obama's midichlorian counts are off the chart!