Stay classy, MSNBC.
On the day after the Republican Party showed gains in a few statewide elections and with key health care and cap-and-trade legislation pending, MSNBC went back to the well to do what it does best - attack the character of one of the network's favorite targets, former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin.
On the Nov. 4 broadcast of MSNBC's "Countdown," with fill-in host Lawrence O'Donnell substituting for Keith Olbermann (still MIA since New Jersey gubernatorial race went Republican), Michael Musto, gay columnist for The Village Voice and author of "La Dolce Musto" dressed up as Palin and reenacted two phony speeches. The occasion: A few media outlets had obtained "leaked" portions of two possible speeches Palin would have given on Election Night 2008 in the event of a McCain/Palin victory and a defeat.
"I wish Barack Obama well as the 44th president of the United States," Musto said. "If he governs America with the skill and grace we have often seen in him and the greatness of which he is capable, we're going to be just fine. It would be a happier night if elections were a test of valor and merit alone, but that is not for us to question now. I told my husband Todd to look at the upside. Now, at least, he can clear his schedule and get ready for championship title number five in the Iron Dog Snow Machine Race."
The version of the victory speech "Countdown" viewers were treated to involved Musto mocking the former governor's marriage to Todd Palin.
"It's been just 68 days since that afternoon in Dayton, Ohio, when Sen. McCain introduced me as his running mate," Musto said. "He is truly the maverick. He took a chance on me. Along the way in this campaign, it was Todd, as always, who helped with the children, gave me advice and kept me strong. There are a lot of men in this world who could learn a few things from Todd Palin."
"And I am so lucky that he is still my guy," Musto continued. "And I said to my husband, Todd, that it's not a step down when he's no longer Alaska's first dude. He will now be the first guy ever to become the second dude. Had it gone the other way tonight, we would not have returned in sorrow to the great state of Alaska. We would have carried with us memories that are forever and joyful, experiences that do not depend on victory."
Musto is the show's go-to guy when it comes to tacky attempts to belittle Palin. Back in September 2009, Musto took a shot at Palin's special needs child to criticize the former Alaska governor.
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That visual by itself is
November 5, 2009 - 10:13 ET by HockeyKidThat visual by itself is enough to make you puke.
"Beauty is only skin deep, but liberal's to the bone." - me
The real shocker is
November 5, 2009 - 12:38 ET by Thinking.ManThat he's actually better looking in drag than a lot of the left wing shemen that MSNBC puts on.
All Tingly
November 5, 2009 - 10:16 ET by nadadhimmiYes but the real question here is; does Musto as Palin send tingles up Crissy Matthews leg?
Keith Olberman Mental Illness?
November 5, 2009 - 10:51 ET by Mitch NJI recall reading that Chris Matthews has had problems with the "bottle" in the past and allusions that Olberman is something of a "headcase".
Has anyone diagnosed Olberman's condition?
MH d/o
November 5, 2009 - 11:12 ET by TheAssessorI'd bet his M.H. file (and he has one, you betcha!) would include something like: Intermittent Explosive Disorder, with psychotic features.
No doubt...Narcissistic Personality Disorder
November 5, 2009 - 12:13 ET by Lord ErondComplicated by microphallus and gender identity confusion.
"Timothy, guard what God has entrusted to you. Avoid godless, foolish discussions with those who oppose you with their so-called knowledge."
Timothy 6:20
What a drag!
November 5, 2009 - 12:52 ET by ptsonI would like to say something directly, but the Trans "whatever" are now a "protected" class so I don't want to risk being charged with hate speech. The record however is clear. Starting in the late 1950's and early 1960's, the number of crimes, drug addicts, murders, serial killers and dare I say it, perverts on the streets increased very dramatically. This was the same time that the mental institutions were closed and the "not" dangerous were released. I propose that it is time to redifine "not dangerous." It needs to include consideration of what is dangerous to society at large. We have a mental health crisis! Now seen on a NBC (Nothing But Crap) Network near you! To quote a famous General: NUTS!
This man is a
November 7, 2009 - 10:46 ET by peteg72This man is a psychiatrist's dream. If he bills by the hour. Actually, no, I mean a TEAM of psychiatrists. I am to the point where I just feel sad for the guy when I flip to his show or see these clips. All the hate and complete vitriol, then Larry O, and all the other regular sidekicks add some great daily debate! (right) I would bet that NBC really is afraid to dump somebody as mentally unstable as Olb.
MSNBC - The alinsky network!
November 5, 2009 - 10:16 ET by notinstlThey can't use facts, just personal attacks and debasement..
MSNBC is a perfect example
November 5, 2009 - 11:32 ET by kgMSNBC is a perfect example of a progressive world where there are no morals or a sense of decency.
"DumbAssity of Dope"
Liberal humor is horrible!
November 5, 2009 - 10:21 ET by averageschmoeThis is dumb. My 10 year-old doesn't even think this is funny. I'm sure inside the little belt-way of liberal elites they roll on the floor laughing at this stuff saying how great it is. Puke!
You know the old adage
November 5, 2009 - 10:22 ET by nwahsImitation is the most sincere form of flattery!
(wink)
Jeff, correction
November 5, 2009 - 10:24 ET by ncstevemit's not, "...Michael Musto, gay columnist for The Village Voice..."
The correct wording should be, "...Michael Musto, homosexual columnist for The Village Voice..."
There's nothing gay about homosexuality.
Gee. Maybe now I'll
November 5, 2009 - 10:47 ET by mattmGee. Maybe now I'll rethink my support for Palin... Who'd a thunk all it would take is some sexually confused drag boy performing some sophomoric mockery to make me see the light...
SUPER ROFL
November 5, 2009 - 12:08 ET by Lord ErondIt does my heart good to see that the left is still so terrified of Palin.
"Timothy, guard what God has entrusted to you. Avoid godless, foolish discussions with those who oppose you with their so-called knowledge."
Timothy 6:20
The Democrats Are Afraid of A Girl !!
November 5, 2009 - 10:51 ET by Free StinkerNice to see these little reminders that Sarah Palin is still politically alive and viable.
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Ratings
November 5, 2009 - 10:59 ET by Mike From CanmoreDo they look at the ratings? No wonder FOX is kicking their butt.
I realize rent seeker GE bought NBC to get out a political message, but if that message is only going to people who actually find that funny, are they really getting the message out?
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Isn't Helen Thomas supposed to be at the WH?
November 5, 2009 - 11:00 ET by BO STINKSWhy is she moonlighting (acting in a skit) on msnbc? Did B. Hussein O. kick her out of the press corp because of her tough questions for Gibbs? These and other probing questions will be investigated tonight on Countdown with Keith Olbermann. /sarc off
"How strangely will the Tools of a Tyrant pervert the Plain Meaning of Words!" ~Sam Adams
WTF
November 5, 2009 - 11:14 ET by vh5150those libtards are just hilarious!!! Lawrence O'Donnell in his usual smug, douchebaggery is a tool. He seems to be more vile than he used to be years ago when, although he was a liberal, was tolerable as a guest on McLaughlin group. Maybe he is trying to be more like his hero Olberman.
No Surprise
November 5, 2009 - 11:22 ET by bertkillianWhy would this be news? This is another fine example of a network whose biggest audience is themselves; drooling idiotic points to no one in particular. TASSWannaBC has easily rendered themselves to being a non-issue. Par for their course.
ughh
November 5, 2009 - 11:30 ET by Forbin001Horrendous....this channel sinks lower and lower into the pit of slime and their audience is bailing ship.
I wonder
November 5, 2009 - 11:32 ET by doug1950how the big shots in MSNBC see this kind of programming. How in the world can they think this is entertaining, informative or has any redeeming qualities? I say let them go. The more they behave this way the more people are being turned off to the left, liberals and their repugnant lifestyles. It is good this kind of stuff gets exposed and those who sponsor this kind of trash will start pulling their advertisements. If I were a stockholder I would selling off as fast as I could because these programs are in a death spiral and getting worse.Anyone who finds this funny is sick, an imbecile or both.
what's wrong with them?
November 5, 2009 - 11:48 ET by rowdygirlDoesn't anyone at the network realize how pathetic they are? Why do they continue to pummel someone that is no longer even IN OFFICE? I didn't watch the clip because just reading the description was enough to turn my stomach.
I don't understand their objective here? Is it to burn her so badly that she disappears completely from the political scene? What other reason could they have? I can't imagine anyone thinking this is funny, entertaining or has any value whatsoever?
They must think very little of the few viewers they have left if this is what they're serving them. Anyone who continues to watch this network, and especially this show, needs to have a mental evaluation.
Just when you think the pigs can't get any filthier
November 5, 2009 - 12:01 ET by Lord ErondThey dip deep down in the hog wallow for another mouthful of s--t
"Timothy, guard what God has entrusted to you. Avoid godless, foolish discussions with those who oppose you with their so-called knowledge."
Timothy 6:20
Sorry but Musto in drag looks more like Helen Thomas
November 5, 2009 - 12:03 ET by Lord ErondAnd Musto is suffering from "vagina" envy. It explains why he hates Sarah Palin so much.
"Timothy, guard what God has entrusted to you. Avoid godless, foolish discussions with those who oppose you with their so-called knowledge."
Timothy 6:20
Boycott GE
November 5, 2009 - 12:11 ET by Lord ErondI will try as hard as I can never to purchase another GE product again. If this is their idea of constructive argument, then they need to be hit hard where it hurts....the pocketbook. In as ineffectual as this garbage is, it's hurtful on a specific level and not at all useful in any meaningful dialogue.
"Timothy, guard what God has entrusted to you. Avoid godless, foolish discussions with those who oppose you with their so-called knowledge."
Timothy 6:20
Musto saw a chance to put on a dress...
November 5, 2009 - 12:44 ET by PrairieSkyand make-up, and jumped at it...
This idiotic, creepy bottom-dweller makes my skin crawl...
Keep up the good work, MSNBC.
"The problem is not that people are taxed too little...the problem is that government spends too much." ~President Ronald Reagan
hmmmm
November 5, 2009 - 12:46 ET by Kekela WardSo, according to the White House, this is what a real news organization is supposed to look like, eh?
Sam: "I hurt somebody's feelings once"
Borrowed Clothes
November 5, 2009 - 12:47 ET by slickwillie2001I understand that Michael Musto borrowed the Palin outfit from the dress-up closet in David Letterboy's not-so-secret love-nest at CBS headquarters.
spelling?
November 5, 2009 - 12:55 ET by Patriot IIHow do you spell A $ $ h-Le? in this case with a capital A!!
Speechless
November 5, 2009 - 13:12 ET by TomoramaThis is just so far off the reservation bleeped up, a faggot nobody and a liberal "cod piece" making fun of a citizen in this type of manner on national TV is just so bleeped up.
Wow, Olberdouche would not even stoop to this level, MSDNC has officially jumped the shark.
Imagine Fox doing this to Hillary or Pelosi, silence in the media, don't think so.
He's trying to mock Steven Crowder...
November 5, 2009 - 13:32 ET by stage9and his impression of Nancy Pelosi:
http://www.youtube.c...
Thing is, Steven is actually funny.
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MSNBC is a joke
November 5, 2009 - 13:39 ET by Captain KirockJust when you think MSNBC cannot lower itself any further into the gutter, they surpirse you.
This is why MSNBC is
November 5, 2009 - 13:42 ET by Jack BauerThis is why MSNBC is Obama's type of "news" channel. Unlike Fox.
It's like a grad school for Crazy Evil Clowns. Even 10 years ago whoda thunk you would see a supposed opinion show that featured an ugly man in drag?
I think that speech is kind
November 5, 2009 - 14:37 ET by Mitchell BlattI think that speech is kind of pointless content, because it wasn't a real speech.
That's MSNBC for you: The place for "politics."
FOX is not real news?
November 5, 2009 - 15:09 ET by changein2012They make fun of FOX? I have never seen such immature crap on TV in my life. What exactly is their point? This is what the White House considers to be real journalism? The left gets more infantile by the day.
Voters---
November 5, 2009 - 15:38 ET by matthewdeanSarah Palin is not only classy, she is a tough cookie. This kind of juvenile sh*t might sting a bit, but she can, and will handle it.
What bothers me most, is that idiots who not only watch, but cheer on this brand of puerile pomposity, are a**munchers who are to be feared when standing at the ballot box.
LOTUS/TOTUS - the Administration - Democratic House & Senate.
I rest my case.
MD
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ChickaBOOMer: MSNBC's Musto See TV
November 5, 2009 - 19:15 ET by StewartIIIMSNBC's Musto See TV
http://chickaboomer.blogspot.com/2009/11/msnbcs-musto-see-tv.html
→ Bathtub Drag
November 5, 2009 - 21:15 ET by Cool ArrowI sorta wonder if it's demeaning to women to have a man dress up to play the part of a woman.
How is this different from lampooning Jesse Jackson in blackface?
It's not.
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