Wanda Sykes debuted her new comedy show Saturday on Fox. That critics met the show with reviews of varying degrees of mediocrity is hardly surprising, as Sykes simply recycled years of Bush-bashing and Obamamania into her monologue, which set the mood for the show.Sykes is well known in political circles for proclaiming "I hope his kidneys fail" in reference to Rush Limbaugh at this year's White House Correspondents' Dinner. She went on to make fun of Limbaugh's former drug addiction, liken him to terrorists, and call for him to be waterboarded.
So it came as little surprise that Sykes kicked off her new show with attacks on Ann Coulter, discussions of environmentally-friendly sex toys, accusations of racism leveled against Rush Limbuagh, and an anti-Bush, Obama-crazed diatribe (video and partial transcript below the fold).
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Can someone explain something to me? Cause I passed out the other night - I mean I went to sleep - when I woke up, people were mad at Obama! And I thought, ‘Did I miss something?’Wonderful. The class and originality are simply stunning.
Did Obama start two illegal wars? Did he fly over a flood zone and just wave? Did he torture detainees in a secret prison? Did he start illegally tapping phones? Did he alienate the world and squander a budget surplus? Because if he did any of that, we need to impeach that jackass.
He’s only been in office ten months, so what exactly has Obama done to piss everybody off? Nothing! People are going crazy calling him a Fascist. These people don’t even know what a Fascist is. When you say things like, ‘We’re gonna vote that Fascist out of office!’, you really sound dumb. When was the last time a Fascist got voted out of office? They usually stick around...
How do you get upset about the President of the United States encouraging kids to study hard? You know that was probably the first time these parents even paid attention to what was going on in their kids’ school...
This week on Fox News Sunday Rush Limbaugh attacked President Obama, saying that he has a radical agenda and is a little boy who is driven by his out-of-this-world ego. Hmm. Sounds to be like the pot calling the kettle the uppity negro.
I can’t believe people are blaming Obama for the mess Bush left. Bush just pees all over everything. Things are soaking wet, and people are looking at Obama as if he just zipped up his fly...
See what the problem is – the Obamas are way too classy to get all up in people’s faces. So that’s why I’m here. So you know what – I hereby appoint myself the President’s ‘tell people where to go and what to kiss Czar'.
Apparently critics were not aching for another bastion of left-wing thought on broadcast television (Family Guy will do just fine). Media Life Magazine said it all in its headline: " 'The Wanda Sykes Show': Not Funny". Entertainment Weekly said Sykes was "trying too hard for too few laughs". USA Today claimed the show "lacks spark".
And the UK Telegraph, which called the show a "perplexing presentation masquerading as hip," noted with curiosity that "this must be the first time in American history that a television 'talk show host' has announced her purpose as the defender of a sitting president."
Indeed, while it is a tried and true comedic method to criticize those in power, few comedians--until November 2008 anyway--had much interest in defending a sitting president. It is much easier--and funnier--to bash politicians for the silly things that they do and say. A performer crosses the line from pure purveyor of the comedic arts to a political pundit with some jokes under his belt when he begins flacking for his favorite elected official (see Stewart, Jon; Colbert, Stephen).
Sykes obviously does not like conservatives, so it is to be expected that her talk show would focus on insulting them--especially give her penchant for ad hominem attacks. But if that is all she has to offer, she won't last long in her new role as talk show host.
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I was going to write a some
November 9, 2009 - 17:16 ET by Six String SpiffI was going to write a some scathing but I thought why waste the energy?
If this 'praise diversity' crap keeps up, we're screwed.
See what happens? We get
November 10, 2009 - 04:47 ET by notonmywatchSee what happens? We get angry at nobodys for stuff nobody saw, then they get on TV.
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You watch this crap?
November 10, 2009 - 10:09 ET by Patriot IIAnyone that watches this low I.Q. garbage only encourages them....ignore her and her trash and watch the program slowly die on the vine...imo
Wanda
November 9, 2009 - 17:18 ET by MOONSTRUCKwho?
Describe Wanda Sykes With A Four Letter Word.....
November 9, 2009 - 17:26 ET by UtherpendLAME
"For a people who are free, and who mean to remain so, a well-organized and armed militia is their best security."
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November 9, 2009 - 18:06 ET by Lord ErondListen up NBers. We will not tolerate racist remarks on this site. If you make a blatantly racist comment, it will be deleted and you will be banned.
Thanks.
Lord Enron
November 9, 2009 - 21:07 ET by Candance MooreThat's disgusting.
That is completely uncalled
November 9, 2009 - 21:14 ET by Scuba DudeThat is completely uncalled for. I think you should apologize for that. We do not stoop to their level.
The Obama Administration: THE most fiscally irresponsible Administration EVER
Dang, Scoob, and some people here think I'm over the edge.
November 9, 2009 - 21:17 ET by R D Helm:-)
-Dave
Our elected representatives have failed us.
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November 9, 2009 - 21:18 ET by R D HelmIts blatant sexism Dave
November 9, 2009 - 21:28 ET by shawn228It think he meant nympho.
nitwit?
November 9, 2009 - 21:31 ET by BKeysernitwit?
..or nitwit...without the
November 9, 2009 - 21:31 ET by bigtimer..or nitwit...without the hyphen.
'Doubling down on stupid is not a particularly good idea'~Breitbart
Why was my comment deleted?
November 9, 2009 - 21:58 ET by R D HelmI said nagger, not the other N-word.
Has political correctness now so permeated NB that it robs us of our sense of humor?
What?
-Dave
Our elected representatives have failed us.
Dave
November 9, 2009 - 21:59 ET by shawn228Perhaps the powers at be ,might not want people to realize what was said. At least that is what I think, but what does a dumb lib like me know? ;-)
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On second thought, don't answer that
Comment deleted by author
November 9, 2009 - 22:20 ET by R D Helm*
To the NB mods, I do not appreciate my comment being deleted
November 9, 2009 - 22:26 ET by R D HelmI'm outta here.
Are you saying my comment was racist as well?
November 9, 2009 - 22:44 ET by R D HelmIf not, then perhaps you will enlighten me as to exactly why it was deleted.
-Dave
Our elected representatives have failed us.
I will ask this just one last time: Why was my comment deleted?
November 9, 2009 - 23:00 ET by R D HelmAnd exactly which part of the NB terms of service did it violate?
-Dave
Our elected representatives have failed us.
Geez!!! Try to catch one stinkin' Spurs game.
November 9, 2009 - 23:08 ET by RESTLESS 1What the hell did I miss?
"If the man, with the power, can't keep it under control...some heads are gonna roll." -Judas Priest
Geez!!!---
November 10, 2009 - 01:03 ET by matthewdeanRestless:
I would like to clarify everything for you, but even though I saw Lord Eronds' statement, I did'nt see the original one by RD Helm.
Also, I probably ain't been around here long enough to comment on this situation, anyway.
However, good sense and manners have never been a particular drag on my butt, so---
(Although what I saw on Drones' post certainly did'nt seem to me to be blatantly racist, you can bet I won't post that particular opinion here for everyone to read, as I just contributed some $$S towards this site and would like to avoid getting banned on the off chance I am insufficiently up in arms over Drones poor choice of words.)
While I am comfortable with, and appreciative of, everyones' efforts to watch the bad language on NBs, I am also aware that using words having to do with race or racism, or being a racist, puts any discussion, the whole discussion, on an entirely different plane, with an entirely different set of rules.
Anyone opting to enter into this area---caveat emptor.
The problem now becomes, who decides what is proper, what is borderline, or what constitutes banishment as opposed to thirty lashes with a wet noodle?
Enter the owner, the boss, or the moderator. Someone has to make the final call.
Tough job, no doubt.
Someone said on another thread that political correctness is now a cancer, and is being wielded as a club by minorities.
True statement.
Scuba Dude said on this thread, "We don't get down on THEIR(emphasis mine) level."
Well, fair-minded people should'nt, that's true.
I said on another thread that I have a very sinking feeling that this race/racial/racism/racist problem is never going to be resolved satisfactorily.
That is probably true too, unfortunately.
One thing I know for sure: always maintaining the high moral ground may make a person feel good about himself and allow for a victorious skirmish or two, but if you are not willing to get down in the trenches and fight the same, dirty, no-holds-barred battle that your opponent is prepared for, you will ultimately lose the war.
It is often exceedingly difficult to undo the good that do-gooders do.
Just my ten cents worth, allowing for inflation.
MD
MD... It is often
November 10, 2009 - 01:14 ET by bigtimerMD...
It is often exceedingly difficult to undo the good that do-gooders do.
Nail on head.
Nothing more....nothing less.
All I know is when this site first started...it sure has changed.
'Doubling down on stupid is not a particularly good idea'~Breitbart
Really?
November 10, 2009 - 01:19 ET by BlondeYou don't remember MassLib's multiple melt-downs disappearing over and over? Because I certainly do.
I hope he fails, too.
Perhaps I can clarify....
November 10, 2009 - 01:17 ET by Blondesince I've been here practically since the beginning.
The NB community is pretty much self-policing. Meaning, we hop (fast) on KosBot type posts.....out and out cussing, just for the sake of throwing around the words, is totally frowned upon. F-Bombs normally are cleaned up by the mods, however, I've seen them left alone when they've been deserved (don't comment on another poster's mom).
Over the top racist stuff, as Enrold posted.....are usually deleted in their entirety, although of late, the Masthead has made an effort to let the rest of us know that the post has been deleted due to offensive content.
So, as a new poster, you should know it really doesn't have much to do with "the high moral ground" so much as keeping this a somewhat family friendly site. If censorship were the goal, entire posts would be gone, with nothing but ethersmoke.
As for who decides, this site has staff, as well as contributors, who decide waht is and is not appropriate.
I hope he fails, too.
Lord Erond is history.
November 10, 2009 - 01:51 ET by JerLord Erond is history. Others can form their own opinions regarding the propriety of his banishment. I would guess it relates more to his body of work than this single incident, which, after all, was only implicitly racial in nature. But Erond has been not only pushing the envelope of good taste, but consistently ripping it to shreds ever since he began posting at NB.
Personally, except in the most egregious circumstances, a couple of warnings would seem to be an appropriate precondition before the imposition of a death sentence, but that is a decision for others. However, I do think it would be helpful if the boundaries of acceptable conduct were more clearly defined.
Jer
Hi Jer!
November 10, 2009 - 02:00 ET by BlondeTerms of use are helpful.
And I agree, LE was always on the fringe(s) of good taste and propriety.
We've had alot of posters here, who have skirted the rules forever (PopTech)....and others who bite the dust immediately.
Personally, I'm glad THIS poster is gone....his stuff was mostly gross, and caused a pile-on of "ewwws" which derail threads.
Good riddance.
I hope he fails, too.
My problem is that the
November 10, 2009 - 02:35 ET by JerMy problem is that the "terms of use" being insufficiently described lends itself to capricious application. But, there is no perfect system--particularly where there are hundreds of posters and an overriding interest in encouraging unfettered expression of opinion [again, however, adhering to an elusive concept of "reasonabable tastefulness"]. Micromanaging speech is neither practical or possible, nor desirable.
Jer
Hi MattD, Just to
November 10, 2009 - 08:37 ET by Scuba DudeHi MattD,
Just to clarify, when I stated that "We do not want to stoop to their level" ws in reference to language and what the poster was implying with his statement.
In the battle for our country we do not and should not have to resort to flinging cuss words or racist remarks at the opposition. We on the Republican/Conservative side are more than able to argue and battle with the Dimocrats/Libtards without cursing. I have always noticed it is the left side that is always more inclined to used derogatory language, Perez Hilton's attack on Carrie Prejean comes to mind.
I am willing to get down in the trenches but I do not have to bring everything down there if you know what I mean.
The Obama Administration: THE most fiscally irresponsible Administration EVER
So be it
November 9, 2009 - 23:13 ET by R D Helm.
Holy Carp
November 10, 2009 - 11:00 ET by UtherpendMy initial post was never meant to cause any racial slurs or remarks, I was curious to see how many clean words could be used to describe Wanda. Not that I don't cuss her in real life, lol.
"For a people who are free, and who mean to remain so, a well-organized and armed militia is their best security."
Utherpend, about your
November 9, 2009 - 18:10 ET by Willis_Leon_JohnsonUtherpend, about your tagline....
One of the Enumerated Powers that is allowed the federal government is this little item.
• To provide for organizing, arming, and disciplining, the Militia, and for governing such Part of them as may be employed in the Service of the United States, reserving to the States respectively, the Appointment of the Officers, and the Authority of training the Militia according to the discipline prescribed by Congress;
That reads as though the federal government is required to pay for our "arms" as well as the ammunition. And they only have control over "such part or them as may be employed in the Service of the United States."
Should we demand payment for the guns we have now, or should we demand current military weapons, training and plenty of ammunition?
http://gjresult.com
The Light Has Finally Shown.....
November 10, 2009 - 10:47 ET by UtherpendLol I have never seen that WLJ, it makes me want to add that to this years tax return to see if they will cover my ammo expenses. With 5.56 rounds going for $400 for half a case it has really cut into my target shooting.
Wheres my ammo stimulus money??
"For a people who are free, and who mean to remain so, a well-organized and armed militia is their best security."
I posted the entire "Enumerated Powers"
November 10, 2009 - 17:59 ET by Willis_Leon_Johnsonin a thread on the healthcare ripoff and the violation of the Constitution, and it kind of popped out at me when I saw your tag.
http://gjresult.com
Unfortunately
November 9, 2009 - 17:27 ET by GeneralAlUnfortunately her mannerisms and her talk make her the stereotypical black! She sounds as though shes straight from the ghetto! She is pure ignorance personified! The only thing funny about her is her own person!
→ Not straight, not stereotypical
November 9, 2009 - 17:29 ET by Cool ArrowShe is neither.
LYDSEXICS UNTIE!
boycotte her and FOX
November 9, 2009 - 17:29 ET by CatherwoodWhen I discovered that FOX tv was running her shows, I quit watching FOX tv. Why FOX would have this talentless racist host a show is beyond me.
Wanda Sykes is a bitter,
November 9, 2009 - 17:52 ET by talkradio55Wanda Sykes is a bitter, nasty, despicable, old crow who is struggling to aspire to a room temperature IQ.
Liberalism is a lie unto itself.
I just don't care...I'm
November 9, 2009 - 17:59 ET by bigtimerI just don't care...I'm just disgusted that Fox does her show.
'Doubling down on stupid is not a particularly good idea'~Breitbart
Fair and Balance.
November 9, 2009 - 18:06 ET by TjexciteFair and Balance.
FNC = Right shows
FOX = Left shows
NBC = Left shows
MSNBC = Left shows
GOP House all the way
funny, and sad
November 9, 2009 - 18:57 ET by spepperI find it both funny and sad, with my opinion of Ms Sykes-- when she sticks to a script, such as when she appears on shows like Curb Your Enthusiasm, she is hilarious-- but it's when she opens her mouth to opine in her monologue segments that the train wreck begins-- you want to turn away in disgust, but it's too tempting not to--
Only got half way through
November 9, 2009 - 19:47 ET by midnightramblerOnly got half way through the article, could not take anymore.
I could not
November 9, 2009 - 19:50 ET by American.Patriotbring myself to watch the embedded video. This woman is as bad a skank as that other red-headed whore who thinks she's a comic
HI! My name is Wanda! I'm
November 9, 2009 - 20:16 ET by bse5150HI! My name is Wanda!
I'm not a fish! I'm a very unfunny comedianne - note the 'feminine' spelling because yes, I am woman!
I am also a silly Liberal tool!
Welcome to my talk show.
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Is anyone there?
Hello?
Hello?
I HATE BUSH!!
bse... You got me
November 9, 2009 - 20:21 ET by bigtimerbse...
You got me laughing!
'Doubling down on stupid is not a particularly good idea'~Breitbart
Wanda's just annoyed 'cause
November 9, 2009 - 20:28 ET by HockeyKidWanda's just annoyed 'cause Chris Rock has all the good writers...
Well, that and ever since her gig as the maid on "The Jeffersons" got cancelled, she just can't get good work.
"Beauty is only skin deep, but liberal's to the bone." - me
another poor black lesbian who has lost her way
November 9, 2009 - 20:35 ET by holeinthehullHoleinthehull
I hope her show fails!
" These people don’t
November 9, 2009 - 21:10 ET by Chris Norman" These people don’t even know what a Fascist is."
Yo gonna tell us what a fascist be, girl? This sassy ghetto-talkin' black chick thing ran it's course a long time ago. Get a new persona and definitely some new material.
The "Mainstream" Media: By liberals. For liberals.
I do not think I have ever
November 9, 2009 - 21:16 ET by Scuba DudeI do not think I have ever seen anything of hers that was funny. I sure am not going to waste my time watching anything of hers, event the embedded clip.
The Obama Administration: THE most fiscally irresponsible Administration EVER
Who's Wanda Sikes, and
November 9, 2009 - 21:35 ET by rockyracoonWho's Wanda Sikes, and anyone care?
Facts are like kryptonite to the liberal.
She was Olby's inspiration
November 9, 2009 - 21:36 ET by Tugboat Philfor his line, "mashed up bag of meat with lipstick."
Gun Control - The theory that a woman found dead in an alley, raped and strangled with her own pantyhose, is somehow morally superior to a woman explaining to police how her attacker got that fatal bullet wound.
She's Not Even Funny!
November 9, 2009 - 21:52 ET by DaMamaWanda Sykes has -0- talent. I will never forget Bill Cosby making comments after he heard Sykes's monologue. He was very clear about how comedian's need to stop relying on "ghetto language" or no one will ever understand them. He was right on the money!
You can't even understand Sykes half the time. She relies on the old "slam Bush" which is getting so old and tired. It just shows that she can't write her own material and has no discernable talent.
Why this woman has a TV show goes beyond all reason. Even her commercials were painful to watch. Wanda Sykes is NOT funny!
Wack
November 9, 2009 - 22:25 ET by thedailyzingWanda is wack! She is not funny and her show is gonna get the axe. In her face!
→ zinger
November 9, 2009 - 23:10 ET by Cool ArrowDon't axe her. She won't answer.
LYDSEXICS UNTIE!
Cosby and the people with stone ears
November 9, 2009 - 23:36 ET by CO2MakerI remember his remarks on the 50th anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education Supremen Court decision. The "Pound Cake Speech":
Pound Cake speech - Wikisource
Controversial. And generally ignored.
She's not even funny
November 9, 2009 - 23:26 ET by GalvanicSykes has never been a top line stand-up comment. I don't expect this new show to last long.
Perfect storm
November 10, 2009 - 00:31 ET by JerrySome people are willfully ignorant, un-willing to open their minds to the light of truth. Others are just plain stupid, genetically unable to comprehend the complexities of life. A few are just plain crazy, lost in the lunacy of their own perceived realities.
Once in a lifetime, you encounter the Perfect Storm of intellectual ineptitude, the embodiment of all three deficiencies wrapped up in a single, sad, sick person. Sad, sick Sykes. The perfect storm.
When asked if he went to war with Iraq to derail the impeachment vote: “I don’t think any serious person would believe that any President would do such a thing." - President Clinton (Dec 1998).
click-its off-
November 10, 2009 - 08:22 ET by JIMMY1660why would i watch or listen to this awful human being.
what credentials does she have to give me a reason to listern to one word.
HBO is no longer on my Favorites button. anytime i see her face on other channels-click its off.
take all of these liberals and ship them off to wherever they think is a better environment to live. if America is not up to their standards.
BHO- THE PROGRESSIVE PIRATE
lost it left
November 10, 2009 - 09:52 ET by newstogodActually liked her at one time-- then she bought into the Hollywood leftist agenda -- now she sounds like a fool.