Biting the hand that used to feed him, David Shuster has accused Fox News of being part of the "Republican establishment" and as such, going after Mike Huckabee. Shuster appeared on MSNBC's Morning Joe during the 6:30 AM ET half-hour today.
DAVID SHUSTER: What's been so interesting about Huckabee, you're starting to see the Republican establishment, despite him being the "Baby Jesus" candidate [adopting Joe Scarborough's formulation], the Republican establishment is going after him pretty hard now. And you even saw it last night when the, I suppose you could call them the Republican establishment Fox News correspondent was asking some pretty asinine questions --
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SHUSTER: I had put that out of my memory.
SCARBOROUGH: So let me ask you this: were you the Republican establishment correspondent when you worked for Fox News but then came to MSNBC and became the Democratic correspondent?
SHUSTER: I was holding the powerful accountable. It was during the Clinton administration, and I felt like the job of journalists is to hold those in power accountable. I did it pretty aggressively. I was just, uh --
SCARBOROUGH: Just like Karl Marx in 1848. I'm with you David.
For the record, Shuster claimed that the Fox correspondent, who he said "shall remain nameless," asked a "pretty asinine question" as to whether Huckabee was accusing Mitt Romney of being a liar.
SHUSTER: Huckabee's comeback was so effective and so funny, he not only put down the correspondent, he made it hilarious at the same point, saying "well, you're network may say that and of course I'll watch faithfully." And everybody was doubled over with laughter, and there was the Fox News correspondent embarrassed because he had just been put down in front of the entire press corps.
I didn't see the exchange, but would observe that "asinine" is in the eyes of the beholder, David.
H/t FReeper Ken5050.
—Mark Finkelstein is a NewsBusters contributing editor and host of Right Angle. Contact him at mark@gunhill.net.
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David Shuster is starting
December 20, 2007 - 09:22 ET by motherbeltDavid Shuster is starting to just annoy the hell out of me.
His "You're biased, I'm just correct" attitude is typical liberal. There is only the "correct" position (theirs) and the "extreme right wing."
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December 20, 2007 - 09:30 ET by dervishI think he's just p.o.'ed because somebody's horning in on his "asinine questions" gig.
Only challenge the majority?
December 20, 2007 - 09:38 ET by KC MulvilleShuster's logic is that it's his job to "go after" the majority. That's absurd. His job is to tell the truth, whoever profits or loses by it. This adoring self-image of journalists is that they're fighting the dragon on our behalf. But we don't need blow-dried prima donnas to fight imaginary dragons. This is the real world. We need journalists to do their job.
We'll fight the dragons ourselves. That's our job. We're better at it, anyway.
So, if a Democrat is elected
December 20, 2007 - 09:21 ET by gueinSo, if a Democrat is elected next November, Shuster will quit MSNBC and re-apply at FNC. This guy isn't a reporter, he's an acrobat. What a weasel!
I felt like the job of
December 20, 2007 - 09:30 ET by Free ThinkerI felt like the job of journalists is to hold those in power accountable
Perhaps David should just concentrate on reporting the news without political comment. I don't think he is bright enough to give commentary even if that was his job to do so.
Sheister
December 20, 2007 - 10:06 ET by blackngoldfanIs the worst kind. Sort of like how *Christopher* Matthews admitted that he'll do damned near anything and trample on anyone to make a buck. Indeed, that is what he implies - if a Democrat is elected, we can expect him to regain employment under Mr. Murdoch. He'll be on there, giggling it up, slamming the Clinton News Network as Democrat operatives (which, by the way, is a level that Fox doesn't normally stoop to like on CNN/MSNBC/Insert your own).
One thing though...
Sooooooo......it's asinine to call into question the integrity and honesty of a man who seeks to become the POTUS, BUT....
I haven't heard him comment on how asinine it is to ask candidates what their favorite electronics are, or what songs are on their iPods. Surely, those are straightforward, substantive, relevant questions, no?
Thank God Somebody is going after Mike Huckabee!
December 20, 2007 - 10:48 ET by PopularTechEveryone needs to wake up before they elect another Jimmy Carter. At least FOXNews has the balls to tell it like it is about Huckabee.
Huckabee on Taxes (Video) (1min)
Ann Coulter: “Huckabee is the Republican Jimmy Carter” (Video) (4min)
Another Man From Hope. Who is Mike Huckabee? (The Wall Street Journal)
Christian conservatives: Beware of Huckabee (WorldNetDaily)
Mike Huckabee is far from being Reagan's heir (The Wall Street Journal)
The Huckabee Hustle (American Thinker)
Background:
Age: 52
Education:
- Ordained to ministry Southern Baptist Convention, 1974
- B.A. Religion, Ouachita Baptist University, 1976
Crime and Punishment:
Mike Huckabee's Clemency Record Is Under Scrutiny (FOXNews)
Why parole a monster like Green?
Mother of Dumond Victim: "If not for Huckabee, she’d be here for Christmas" (Video) (1min)
Ethics:
NBC Investigates Huckabee's Ethical Shortcomings (Video) (2min)
A Son’s Past Deeds (Dog Torture) Come Back To Bite Huckabee (Newsweek)
Huck's gift-givers ended up in state posts (Politico)
Huckabee Signed '98 Ad Urging Women to 'Graciously Submit' to Husbands
Education:
Huckabee on Education: No to Vouchers, Let Government Fix It (Standard Newswire)
Fiscal Record:
Huckabee's Fiscal Record
Huckabee: The Biggest Big-Government Conservative (FOXNews)
Mike Huckabee is a Liberal (Club for Growth)
Updated Huckabee White Paper (Club for Growth)
- Immediately upon taking office he signed a sales tax hike in 1996
- He raised taxes on gasoline in 1999
- He supported an internet sales tax in 2001
- He created a $5.25 per day bed-tax on private nursing home patients in 2001
- He publicly opposed the repeal of a sales tax on groceries and medicine in 2002
- He proposed another sales take hike in 2002 to fund education improvements
- He raised taxes on cigarettes in 2003
- He opposed a congressional measure to ban internet taxes in 2003
- He allowed a 17% sales tax increase to become law in 2004
- He increased taxes in the state by more than Bill Clinton did
- He increased state spending 65.3% from 1996 to 2004
- The number of state government workers rose 20% during his tenure
- Governor Huckabee refused to pledge not to raise taxes if elected President
Tax Hike Mike
- Overall, Huckabee’s substantial tax hikes far surpassed his modest tax
cuts, with the average tax burden increasing by a whopping 47% over his
tenure.
Foreign Policy:
Huckabee: Gitmo Not In America's Best Interests (Video) (1min)
Mike Huckabee Criticizes Bush Administration for 'Bunker Mentality' on Iraq (FOXNews)
The Holiday Inn Express Candidate (National Review Online)
The Problem With Pastor Mike (National Review Online)
Global Warming:
Huckabee is the only Republican candidate to support the economy crippling Cap and Trade CO2 Legislation, Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Regulation and Renewable Energy Standards
Illegal Immigration:
Laura Ingraham: Huckabee Is A "Big Loser" On Immigration (Audio) (5min)
Huckabee Supported Scholarships for Illegal Aliens (Video) (5min)
Fact Checker: Pinocchios for Huckabee on Illegals (Washington Post)
Huckabee aid plan for illegal aliens draws 'venom, anger' (Arkansas News Bureau)
Huckabee Liberal on Immigration (Standard Newswire)
Huckabee offered 'no-cost' deal for Mexican Consulate (WorldNetDaily)
Huckabee promotes 'open door' policy at League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) convention (Arkansas News Bureau)
Immigration bill un-Christian, anti-life, governor says (Arkansas News Bureau)
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PopularTech's repeated rant...
December 20, 2007 - 18:36 ET by vrwc13...now if you can just pin Huckabee down as being homeschooled...
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I don't want any Evangelical President who is also a RINO!
December 20, 2007 - 18:42 ET by Free StinkerIt's not about Huckabee being a believer, homeschooler, baptist, or whatever. It's about him being a RINO.
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Free...
December 20, 2007 - 18:47 ET by vrwc13I respect his opinion...it's just he keeps slamming the same "stuff" at us, and a few days ago PT took off on homeschoolers. I wonder if he and Leon are related?
v
If he was criticising Home
December 20, 2007 - 18:49 ET by Free StinkerIf he was criticising Home schoolers, then I apologize.
Do you have a link?
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Free...no apology needed, but here's a link...
December 20, 2007 - 18:55 ET by vrwc13Homeschooling is not a good idea
December 17, 2007 - 07:35 ET by PopularTech
I've met plenty of kids who were home schooled and they have problems interacting with others in a social environment. Homeschooling is not the solution, what we need is school choice which will completely and finally solve the education problem which would include reduce school spending and taxes.
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vrwc
December 20, 2007 - 19:03 ET by Free StinkerWow. I'm stunned. I had PT pegged as a reasonable guy, but a quick glance at the thread and I'm not sure where he gets that from.
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Maybe he is Leon and got
December 20, 2007 - 19:07 ET by vrwc13Maybe he is Leon and got beat-up by a fat, homeschooled, bible-thumping, retail clerk!
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Maybe you are an idiot
December 20, 2007 - 19:12 ET by PopularTechMaybe you are an idiot who cannot stand having the Huckster exposed for who he is.
I will say it again, if the Huckster gets nominated I will either not vote or vote independent and that is a PROMISE.
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ooooh...don't let RJ hear
December 20, 2007 - 19:25 ET by vrwc13ooooh...don't let RJ hear you say "not vote"...
...it's a free country, vote or don't vote, just don't complain when it's over.
v
I've read the last page of the Bible. It's all going to turn out all right. - Billy Graham
Give RJ credit where it's
December 20, 2007 - 19:29 ET by Free StinkerGive RJ credit where it's due . . .
We don't want to sit at home and let Hillary get coronated . . .
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agreed...
December 20, 2007 - 19:38 ET by vrwc13...but I won't lose any sleep over it if she does. We survived him for 8 years, and she wouldn't last after 4. Plus sometimes we get what we (population as a whole) deserve.
take this for instance... http://newsbusters.o...
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I've read the last page of the Bible. It's all going to turn out all right. - Billy Graham
freestinker, I am
December 20, 2007 - 19:40 ET by shawn228freestinker, I am surprised. not many people are taking your advice. I agree with you though. People need to come out to vote, if they want their party to win.
We need to track people
December 20, 2007 - 19:41 ET by Free StinkerWe need to track people somehow so those who didn't vote don't get to complain.
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I will not complain
December 20, 2007 - 21:02 ET by PopularTechA vote for Huck is a vote for more taxes, bigger government, global warming regulation, scholarships for illegal aliens, more pardons ect...
Forget it. I would vote for Ron Paul before I voted for the Huckster. And YES I would vote for Ron Paul. The only two GOP I will not vote for are the Huckster and McAmnesty.
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Pop Tech....
December 20, 2007 - 19:31 ET by Clear thinkerI'm with you on this one. I refuse to vote for anymore RINO's!
Rush Limbaugh stated that of the top 5 Republicans running for the presidency, only one was a true conservative. http://www.fred08.com/
Wait
December 20, 2007 - 19:14 ET by PopularTechI got it from personal experience and simply logical reasoning. You want me to research Homeschooling now? Honestly I really could careless as I have more important things to do.
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I've met a few kids who
December 20, 2007 - 19:18 ET by Free StinkerI've met a few kids who were homeschooled. All of them were far more outgoing and sociable than I could ever hope to be.
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Good One
December 20, 2007 - 19:10 ET by PopularTechDid you even read what I wrote? I support school choice, which means having the choice to send you child to ANY school using tax payer money. But no I do not think homeschooling is a solution, sorry and this fixes the Hucksters record, how?
I also find Japanese Automobiles more reliable than American and it is all I drive. I can go on...
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PT
December 20, 2007 - 19:21 ET by vrwc13I read the whole thread. You seem to think homeschooling is lacking in many things, especially socialization.
You couldn't be more wrong. We have been homeschooling for over 11 years, and personally know 100's of homeschooled kids that do not fit your description.
My kids are just about "average" when it comes to homeschooler's "socialization". They are involved in all kind of sports through churches and the YMCA. Four of them are involved in debate and speech with dozens of others. My two oldest boys are in Boy Scouts, with the oldest as the Senior Patrol Leader and months away from Eagle Scout.
I could go on, but you seem to have already made up your mind, both on homeschooling and Huckabee. I believe you will be wrong on both.
v
"…you are entitled to your own opinion, but you are not entitled to your own facts." -the late Daniel Patrick Moynihan.
Huckabee says it all
December 20, 2007 - 19:55 ET by PopularTechYour endorsement of the Huckster says it all. I cannot provide anymore obvious evidence of it. Actually I probably can...
There’s a Huckabee Born Every Minute (Ann Coulter, Human Events)
"I guess Huckabee is one of those pro-sodomy, pro-gay marriage, pro-evolution evangelical Christians" - Ann Coulter
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PT...your response to this?
December 20, 2007 - 20:00 ET by vrwc13I read the whole thread. You seem to think homeschooling is lacking in many things, especially socialization.
You couldn't be more wrong. We have been homeschooling for over 11 years, and personally know 100's of homeschooled kids that do not fit your description.
My kids are just about "average" when it comes to homeschooler's "socialization". They are involved in all kind of sports through churches and the YMCA. Four of them are involved in debate and speech with dozens of others. My two oldest boys are in Boy Scouts, with the oldest as the Senior Patrol Leader and months away from Eagle Scout.
I could go on, but you seem to have already made up your mind on homeschooling.
v
"…you are entitled to your own opinion, but you are not entitled to your own facts." -the late Daniel Patrick Moynihan.
That is nice but I don't believe it.
December 20, 2007 - 21:23 ET by PopularTechSorry I have met plenty of Homeschooled kids, worked with them and have come to my conclusion through logical reasoning. Being involved in sports or boyscouts does not equal 12 years of social interaction in a school. My opinion on this cannot change because the logic is simple. More social interaction = more social interaction skill.
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PT...???
December 20, 2007 - 19:26 ET by LionKing"I also find Japanese Automobiles more reliable than American..."
By Japanese, I assume you mean Japanese brand like Toyota or Nissan...most certainly made in either Kentucky or Tennessee. Still made in America...is the real issue union vs non-union labor?
Made in Japan
December 20, 2007 - 19:52 ET by PopularTechYou realize that Toyota's reliability went down (not overall) after they were started to be made in America. Nissan is not that reliable. Mine are made in Japan. My issue is that the Japanes know how to build a reliable car and we don't.
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Free Stinker...
December 20, 2007 - 19:00 ET by Clear thinkerWhat bothers me is the fact that both of the supposed religious guys in this race are so adept at lying.
Rush Limbaugh stated that of the top 5 Republicans running for the presidency, only one was a true conservative. http://www.fred08.com/
Don't even get me started
December 20, 2007 - 19:06 ET by Free StinkerDon't even get me started on that.
2 religious RINOs + 2 non-religious RINOs = 4 RINOs too many!
And then there's Mr. Let's Leave NATO . . . (sigh)
I'm With Fred!
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Home Schoolers Lose Ground with New Law signed by Huckabee
December 20, 2007 - 21:36 ET by PopularTechHome Schoolers Lose Ground with New Law signed by Governor Huckabee
Big mistake, look what I found.
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I was holding the
December 20, 2007 - 09:36 ET by Jack BauerHey Dave, who voted you in to hold anyone accountable? We missed that election.
Or are you just another self-appointed know-all superior to the rest of us.
How about this Dave... you report the facts to the best of your ability with no spin, and let the people who tune in, decide who they will or who they will not "hold" accountable.
Way to go Joe!!
December 20, 2007 - 09:38 ET by c5thenSHUSTER: I was holding the powerful accountable. It was during the Clinton administration, and I felt like the job of journalists is to hold those in power accountable. I did it pretty aggressively. I was just, uh --
SCARBOROUGH: Just like Karl Marx in 1848. I'm with you David.
I bet that Shuster didn't object to that characterization. After all, Karl is one of his heros.
The day that "politician" became a career choice is the day we started losing the Republic. Let's get it back! Alan Keyes '08.
That was cool
December 20, 2007 - 10:22 ET by well99SCARBOROUGH: Just like Karl Marx in 1848. I'm with you David.
I loved that.
Joe vs Shuster
December 20, 2007 - 09:45 ET by crazywaterA lot of friction between Joe and David Shuster....I love it.
Speaking of going after Huck:
December 20, 2007 - 10:09 ET by dervishouch.
Coulter's scathing column about Huckabee
December 20, 2007 - 10:36 ET by RJis a great deconstruction that clearly lays out his liberalism and his religious inconsistencies.
"As far as I can tell, it's mostly secular liberals swooning over Huckabee. Liberals adore Huckabee because he fits their image of what an evangelical should be: stupid and easily led." -Ann Coulter
A quote for the Evangelicals
December 20, 2007 - 11:01 ET by PopularTech"I guess Huckabee is one of those pro-sodomy, pro-gay marriage, pro-evolution evangelical Christians" - Ann Coulter
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I am not questioning the
December 20, 2007 - 11:15 ET by dvdaughtryI am not questioning the quote, but I would love to have a link to send my mom.
Well, for once, the rich white man is in control. --Montgomery Burns
A quote for Evangelicals
December 20, 2007 - 11:20 ET by PopularTechThere’s a Huckabee Born Every Minute (Ann Coulter, Human Events)
"I guess Huckabee is one of those pro-sodomy, pro-gay marriage, pro-evolution evangelical Christians" - Ann Coulter
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You guys on the MSM are screwing up..
December 20, 2007 - 10:15 ET by JayTeeBy making religion and republican candidates the issue, you are awakening a sleeping religious Giant.....the USA church going citizens.
Any more of those "baby Jesus" remarks, and the election is going to be a foregone conclusion all right, as the MSM pushes the Religious voters to the polls in Bigger numbers than Bush's last 53% margin.
Bush isn't running for President again, but the Religious voters are still of voting age........It's not nice to mess with Baby Jesus.
Shuster is a dumb*%*$
December 20, 2007 - 10:28 ET by Missouri ConservativeWhen Shuster says something, it's a safe bet to just believe the opposite.
"women and minorities hardest hit"
It's one thing for a
December 20, 2007 - 12:13 ET by Chris NormanIt's one thing for a host/commentator to express strong personal political opinions. It's another thing entirely for a regular "journalist" to do so. How can any news organization expect people to accept the supposedly straight reporting of a correspondent who has made his personal political biases so well known?