Ed Schultz debuted on MSNBC during the 5 p.m. slot on April 6 with a flashy new set. And although the liberal radio host's "The ED Show" is in its infancy, it has one apparent theme - it's very pro-organized labor.
Leo Gerard, president of the United Steelworkers, was even Schultz's first guest. On his second show on April 7, Schultz's opening "OpEd" segment was firmly for the Employee Free Choice Act, also known as card check. And, on his third show on April 8, he invited Mary Beth Maxwell, executive director of the pro-union, pro-card check American Rights at Work organization.
However, there's one detail Schultz hasn't revealed to his audience - a potential conflict of interest. As recently as 2008, Schultz received more than $20,000 from three separate AFL-CIO affiliated labor unions.
According to documents posted on the U.S. Department of Labor Web site, Schultz received $22,304 for his services - a fact picked up by J. Justin Wilson, managing director, Center for Union Facts. Those include:
- Steelworkers - "Publicity/Advertising" - $10,000
- Air Traffic Controllers - "Broadcasting Services" - $7,304
- Plumbers Local 189 - "Event" - $5,000
Schultz's show has been openly pro-union. On April 7, he lobbied for President Barack Obama to sign the Employee Free Choice Act during the "OpEd" segment - a law that has overwhelming support from labor unions.
"Now, President Obama, you know I'm a big fan," Schultz said on his April 7 show. "Hey, I was the first progressive talker to come out in your corner. And you can't get me out of your corner. I'm a big fan. I believe in what you're doing. I think we documented on this program last night how awesome a 77-day run you have had leading this country. Your trip to the G-20 has been absolutely outstanding. But Mr. President, I need you to say to the American people and the wage earners of this country that you will support and you will sign the Employee Free Choice Act if it comes to your desk."
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True, it is about
April 9, 2009 - 21:11 ET by fitzfongTrue, it is about choice...your membership or a lead pipe.
"Socialism is a philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy, its inherent virtue is the equal sharing of misery." -Winston Churchill
Ed's not hosting a show...
April 9, 2009 - 21:26 ET by Tailgunner...he's running an infomercial.
This stuff should be running at 3am and star Billy Mays instead of Ed Schulz, it's so bought and paid for by the unions.
MSNBC knows they're nothing but network whores for Media Matters, union thugs and MoveOn.org.
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Uh, oh. sgt. schultz
April 9, 2009 - 21:20 ET by TexasteacherUh, oh. sgt. schultz hasn't been totally honest about something...
F*** unions, F*** obama, and F*** schultzie.
obama's notion of bi-partisanship is telling conservatives to shut up and do what he wants.
I feel sorry for all those
April 9, 2009 - 21:33 ET by mostlymoderateI feel sorry for all those hard-working Americans that are forced into labor unions. If they only knew that guys like Schultz is where their dues go. I see no difference in modern day labor unions and the neigborhood bully that comes around collecting "insurance" dues from local businesses.
Ed conned his second wife
April 9, 2009 - 21:39 ET by KevindFEd conned his second wife into agreeing to marry him by claiming he was pro union.
She's an activivist for the nurses' union.
Cut Ed some slack, here. Airplane maintenance is expensive.
April 9, 2009 - 21:41 ET by R D Helm-Dave
This coup has gone on long enough. The time to put it down is NOW.
You're not suggesting that what he says is influenced by . . .
April 9, 2009 - 22:04 ET by CKA in Red State USA. . .Schultz having sold part of his soul to labor?
Next thing you'll probably suggest is that Barack Obama may've done the same thing for money and votes.
Truly: Forsooth!
Since when did maggots get
April 10, 2009 - 09:01 ET by SickofLibsSince when did maggots get souls?
Why do we need Unions? We
April 9, 2009 - 22:04 ET by TN MomWhy do we need Unions?
We have the EEOC, Federal Minium Wage, Work Comp, Federal mandates on overtime/maternity leave....
Mayor Bloomberg announced today that NYC will have to cut jobs or go bankrupt
Sweeping layoffs of government employees are needed to prevent New York going bankrupt, Mayor Michael Bloomberg said Thursday.
Bloomberg, who is in tense negotiations with municipal workers' unions, said an extra 7,000 jobs would have to go unless major reductions are made in employee benefits.
"We cannot continue. Our pension costs and health care costs for our employees are going to bankrupt this city," he said in comments broadcast on NY1 television.
Bloomberg, running for a third mayoral term at the end of this year, said that proposals from unions so far were "nowhere near what is adequate
(via breitbart)
MSNBC Pro-Union Host Ed
April 9, 2009 - 22:46 ET by BlazerMSNBC Pro-Union Host Ed Schultz Received $22K from Labor
Ironic, since Sgt. Shultz look's like he could go into labor at any minute. Cat need's to lay off the cheese brat's and lager.
His gaping abyss of a maw, look's like it could swallow Jupiter whole.....that is if there was enough cheese, chili and sauerkraut, to cover Jupiter with.
If the guy ran into Micheal Moore and had to compete with him in the buffet line at Golden Corral, it would be tantamount to King Kong and Godzilla wrestling over the last bit of London Broil over the burning ruin's Tokyo.
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Give us a little break
April 9, 2009 - 22:41 ET by guefyGive us a little break here. There are conservative union members you know.
USW 22 year member
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The key word there is 'members'...
April 10, 2009 - 00:29 ET by bpjamMost members don't get to choose whether or not they will become members or remain members. Members don't get to choose their leadership, where their money goes or who gets bribed with it. And members opinions as to what their 'leaders' do in their name.
There are all kinds of good people who work in unions. They would be good people and good workers if there were no union. The union is not what makes the workers good or the quality of the work good - that is entirely because of the workers themselves.
It's a little hard to put electricians and steelworkers into the same class as government bureaucrats - although all are mostly unionized and the money from their paychecks goes into the pockets of the same crooks and politicians (sorry, that was redundant).
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April 9, 2009 - 22:45 ET by owlpelletsMSNBCSEIPC?
Don't blame me....I voted for Palin...
Of course He's Pro Union
April 10, 2009 - 00:53 ET by rightwingidiotYou would be too if you were getting a check from them.
He's also pro Democrat because he was bought and paid for by them. That was in a story a few days ago.
He likes money. And, he'll say whatever you want him to if you offer him enough to do it. Typical sellout Liberal. I'm not surprised.
USW
April 10, 2009 - 07:47 ET by bioteachedMr. Leo Gerard better do more to represent his members than going on the Ed Schultz show. Cap and trade will kill the steel industry in the United States and thus the constituents he is supposed to represent.