As you may have heard by now, or guessed by our poll, the liberal half of FNC's "Hannity & Colmes" is exiting the network stage left at year's end.
For the full story, check out Radio Equalizer's reporting here.
If you were in charge of finding his replacement, whom would you choose?
Kirsten Powers or Juan Williams are names floating around the office here as liberal, yet sensible options for Fox News to choose.
Or should Fox News try to find a more fire-breathing Olbermannesque counterpart, perhaps like James Carville?
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Awwww....
November 24, 2008 - 14:43 ET by FinerThingsClubMemberInTrainingI'm going to kinda miss the walking corpse! Frankly, he's much better than Hannity.
As long as we're cleaning shop, can we start with him? I'm sorry and I know I may take some flack for saying this, but the man is very limited intellectually.
You could literally have turned him on on any given point of the day in any given month over the past few and heard one of four or five things:
To me, he is just so damn tiring already.
well you wont get an argument from me
November 24, 2008 - 14:47 ET by katainkentthe term 'dead horse' comes to mind. Either people 'got it' or they didnt. Bit late now, anyway. He needs to expand his mind a bit.
member of the Conservative Independant Witness Protection Program since Nov. 5, 2008
DITTO
November 24, 2008 - 14:52 ET by CaringwhiteguyFiner - I just posted roughly the same thoughts in the poll thread on this subject. I'd go for Glen Beck on the right. Fox has him signed. If Hannity stays, Fox must be very careful to choose someone who doesn't overshadow him either from a talent or personality standpoint. Therefore, the field is limited.
Don't get me wrong
November 24, 2008 - 14:58 ET by FinerThingsClubMemberInTrainingI'm sure he's quite kind. He seems like a nice person but I just can't watch the show (either of them).
I have a love/hate with Beck. Does anyone else get the feeling that he's bipolar or something? I'm no shrink but his mood swings are unbearable. I find him very entertaining, esp when him and Stu pal around.
But there are times, Oh my, when I'm listening to him driving into work, I find myself almost veering into a tree.
Maybe it has something to do with the alcoholism but personality wise, he's really over the place.
My pick, Beck would be cool (despite what I said above--I'd still prefer him over Hannnity), but how about Meg Kelly. She can come out of the closet as the Republican we all know she is.
Seriously, not to be crude, but I'm a chick (obviously a conservative one at that) but I would even come out of the closet for her ;)
Naw, I think she's just great. Fiercely smart, attractive and great personality. All the things that make the libs either sob or pout.
Beck is another one that I
November 24, 2008 - 15:20 ET by motherbeltBeck is another one that I get tired of very quickly.
Some of his stuff I love (that's where I got my "Duct Tape Alert!!) but when he gets all introspective, and starts whining, and with the long, long pauses, I want to slap him.
Beck is another one that I
November 24, 2008 - 15:21 ET by motherbeltBeck is another one that I get tired of very quickly.
Some of his stuff I love (that's where I got my "Duct Tape Alert!!) but when he gets all introspective, and starts whining, and with the long, long pauses, I want to slap him.
On TV, he couldn't do that though.
Hi Cwg... You do know
November 24, 2008 - 15:00 ET by bigtimerHi Cwg...
You do know Beck is getting his own hour show on Fox starting the 1st of Jan. I think it is...I'm looking forward to it in my time slot here...last I heard it will 3:00 PM MT time...which is perfect, there goes Matthews...lol...who I have not listened to one day since the election...along with the rest of msnbc so far with the exception of Morning Joe for about 3 minutes the other morning, he made me furious right off the bat...haven't been back yet either.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Good for you BT - we all need to stop watching the crap
November 24, 2008 - 15:20 ET by Dee Bunklet NB report on their bias - we need to stop watching because it supports them.
I'm even frustrated with Fox - haven't watched other than maybe 2 or 3 times since the election. I did see the O'reilly where Beck was on.
Since Nov 5th--
November 24, 2008 - 16:34 ET by misterbillSince Nov 5th-- my viewing time of "current events" has gone down appreciably. I do still watch Lou Dobbs 3-4 nights and BOR 2 nights. I tend now to watch old movies, pretend all is right in America and that my retirement is not threatened.
I get angry very quickly since 11/4 too. I hear a talking head on TV make some asinine statement and I trun to themovie channels to calm me down. I watch tje History and Military channels alot. I pretend the liberals are the enemies and the conservatives are the American forces. That way in my fugue state, we win all the time.
I hope the media starts to remake old westerns so the good guys always win.
"Well sheriff, you nailed that bandit."
"Yep he was trying to steal Misterbill's SS check."
"didja get his name??"
"Well, I know "Al" was part of it, sumthin like Libber Al. He said he wuz ony gonna give it to someone else who had not worked all his life and deserved a break."
I've got the same strategy Mr. Bill
November 24, 2008 - 16:46 ET by Dee Bunkexcept I'm avoiding Television even more. I only watch Desperate Housewives and I'll start watching Lost in Jan. I can stand to hear any talk about Obama and his thugs.
I'm watching lots of movies (none by any of the angry obnoxious Hollywood people).
I've pretty much resigned myself to the fact that our country is gone as we've known it and I'm just making the best of my life with my family. What ever "goodies" that Obama has to offer, I'm going to take full advantage of.
We are going to be the New Venuzuella where the crowds & the media "support" their leader and no one will ever know any different views.
Dee-
November 24, 2008 - 17:11 ET by misterbillI am incapable of putting blinders on-- I am too hyper to do that, so as you stated in your post, I have turned more inward to my family. I spend more time making my granddaughter laugh. I spend more time making my sweet Debbie laugh and restating my absolute love and need for her. I focus more on the Falcons' games that I attend at home games with my friend and co-spectator of 35 years.
However, my mind is a very restless place. I still try to evaluate the bad things that can happen and how to avoid them.
This may shock you, but I have come to be glad that Obama won. I discovered that I detest McCain and his self-styled definition of "maverick". Although Sarah Palin is not a veteran, I have great respect for her and she was the reason that I could lie to myself and vote against Obama. If you have the time, you may want to read this article by Joseph Farah. I found myself in agreement with it.
http://www.creators.com/opinion/joseph-farah/why-mccain-is-worse-than-obama.html
I believe we are in for hellish times and Obama (perhaps no one) is truly able to fix it. I am concerned about violence, the worsening of our economy based on all factors. I shall pass from this sphere unable to understand why most churches and businesspersons are so anxious to destroy our beloved country and disrespect our sovereignty.
I do not want to give up the fight, but I am so tired of it. I need a rest. I'll bet, over the past year, most of us here at NB have undergone a load of stress.
God grant us all, peace of mind. Let us enjoy the holidays as best we can and not lose sight of the real intent of Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Mr. Bil -it's been 8 yrs of stress
November 24, 2008 - 18:22 ET by Dee Bunklistening to the hateful leftists trashing our country and our President and the media going along and making it mainstream to think that way.
It's a relief not to have to listen to their hateful rants on Bush and Republicans anymore. It's sad but the only way to have peace is to let the liberals rule. And I don't mean world peace -they won't achieve that - but things will be less contentious here because Republicans don't have the bully pulpit of the media and they don't generally get as nasty.
It's very sad. I don't think there is going to be huge differences that we notice in our day to day lives under Obama, but we are going to have a slow trickle of losing many of the freedoms we previously enjoyed. We've already lost a great deal of Free Speech with campaign finance and we are going to continue to lose more.
I agree, in a way I am relieved that McCain didn't win because he would have been trying too hard (like Bush) to get along. The Dems have no interest in getting along unless they are in power and even then it's pretty limited. Unfortunately the judges that Obama appoints will be with us forever. I really wish McCain would have won & had only one term. Obama will be here for a min of 2 terms (I could see him trying to change the limits).
Every Republican needs to learn a lesson from both Bush and McCain that it doesn't matter how much you kiss up to liberals -they will stab you in the back and have you tarred and feathered for political gain. They have no decency or code of conduct. They are completely single minded & focused on power and nothing else matters.
The only good thing is that it appears that Iraq could be strong enough that Obama's "pull-out no matter what" policy may not cause a disaster there.
misterb and Dee... You
November 24, 2008 - 17:12 ET by bigtimermisterb and Dee...
You know I am with you both, I watch some in the evening, catch a little very early in the morning, some of Wa. Journal depending on subjects, same with F&F...H&C, some BOR or Greta and Dobbs now and then in the evening..that is about it, I listen to talk radio during the day, leave the tv on mute on the FBC... I can't take anymore either, time will have to go by if I ever watch like used to...and I do mean ever.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
I hope you never go back BT
November 24, 2008 - 18:25 ET by Dee Bunkto anything but C-span and Fox anyway. The rest of the networks and cable are so corrupt and it's crazy to give them any patronage.
>>>I'd go for Glen Beck on
November 24, 2008 - 22:59 ET by seanrobins>>>I'd go for Glen Beck on the right. Fox has him signed. If Hannity stays, Fox must be very careful to choose someone who doesn't overshadow him either from a talent or personality standpoint. Therefore, the field is limited.
Glen's already starting a weeknight gig with FOX starting in the new year...
sean robins
blog.seanrobins.com
I agree with you....Hannity
November 24, 2008 - 14:57 ET by motherbeltI agree with you....Hannity was very repetitive.
His other go-to line: criticize, smear, besmirch.... I swore if I heard him say "besmirch" one more time my head would explode.
Maybe it's time for TWO new guys LOL.
Iv'e posted this before, but this was their stock exchange:
Colmes: Bush did XXX which is terrible.
Hannity: Well Clinton did the same or worse, and you guys supported him!
Colmes: Well when Clinton did it, conservatives jumped all over him!
Lather. Rinse. Repeat.
Hey...speaking of hairwashing, maybe they could get Janeane Garofolo!
Motherbelt
November 24, 2008 - 15:00 ET by FinerThingsClubMemberInTrainingYou owe me a new keyboard....
My GingerAle just went a'flyin! besmirch :)
You hit the nail on the head with that one there!
motherbelt:
November 24, 2008 - 15:45 ET by j. frank wilsonGreat comment!
Sheer Insannity's other go to line (actually, he does have several, and he manages to beat them all to death) is "embolden."
I find particularly grating the way he hands out radio advertising trade-out gift certificates and makes it seem he is such a giver. What a foney!
It doesn't make any difference who takes the place of Mr. Colmes. That person will never get equal time, they will be interrupted either by Sheer Insannity or the go to break music when starting to make a cogent point - waste of time.
One might as well play for the Washington Generals. Except that the Globetrotters were always a very, very good team. Sheer Insannity is just a bully.
What an asinine comment
November 24, 2008 - 17:39 ET by UnsaneSean Hannity (too bad you didn't create that alternate name you have for him), a bully? Please. This from a poster who is filled with overwhelming RAGE that there are those who disagree with his views in the slightest.
Maybe you should demonstrate for us how Sean Hannity - who constantly whines about the "mean-spirited Left" (of which you are a shining example) - is a bully.
I don't know what H&C YOU have been watching - I seriously doubt you have watched a single nanosecond of Fox News as you constantly show you cannot handle anything that challenges your State-centered worldview - but I see nothing but an exchange of ideas on the set. (For the record, I probably haven't watched a single show of H&C since about 2005 or so for reasons I indicate below.)
"THIS IS YOUR FINAL WARNING!!! A WAR ON FREEWILL IS COMING!!!" - Nevermore, "Bittersweet Feast", from This Godless Endeavor (2005)
insane:
November 25, 2008 - 12:54 ET by j. frank wilson"Sheer Insanity" is original. I borrowed the second "n" and have admitted that before.
Your comment is stupid. You accuse me of not having the stomach to watch Faux Noise and then tell us (TMI) that you haven't seen Insannity & Colmes in years?
And, yes, Insannity is an obvious bully. And liar. Toss in hypocrite, as well. He bemoans the vicious left and then has Ann Falter on as a guest...
For NB's Stalinist
November 25, 2008 - 17:07 ET by UnsaneYour naming of him, original? You haven't a single original thought in your head. Hell, your criticisms of Hannity are not only unoriginal, but not provable. You just whine he is a bully, a liar and a hypocrite without once providing any evidence to BACK this; and you must, as your word here simply is NOT the Holy Writ.
Your comment is stupid. You accuse me of not having the stomach to watch Faux Noise and then tell us (TMI) that you haven't seen Insannity & Colmes in years? Read slightly more carefully. I have not seen an entire show since 2005. What I HAVE seen are some clips and interviews from time to time, but not an entire show in a setting. Before 2005, H&C was routine viewing for me. (This would be far more than you have seen of H&C ever, making my comment simply brilliant.) Even so, I have seen more of FOX News than you have...I doubt you have seen a single nanosecond of it. Being a good little Leftist, you are told that it is this evil channel that actually will occasionally ask a question fromt he Right's point of view. Being the Stalinist Leftist that you are, who CANNOT tolerate the views of others and routinely demands that anyone who opposes your world view SHUT UP and permanently so, you hate FOX News without even bothering to tune in to see WHY you hate it.
Again, you don't get away that easily.
When has Hannity lied (I require specifics, YOUR own words only please)?
When has Hannity been a bully (I require specifics, YOUR own words only please)?
When has Hannity been a hypocrite (I require specifics, YOUR own words only please)?
But thank you for calling me Insane. I'm...deeply (wipes tear from eye)...touched. (sniff)
"THIS IS YOUR FINAL WARNING!!! A WAR ON FREEWILL IS COMING!!!" - Nevermore, "Bittersweet Feast", from This Godless Endeavor (2005)
Unsane... At least we are
November 25, 2008 - 17:22 ET by Clear thinkerUnsane...
At least we are preparing for an Obama adminstration... This Years Christmas Gift - Guns
Making Fun of AGW http://giovanniworld.wordpress.com/
Insane:
November 26, 2008 - 12:49 ET by j. frank wilson"...making my comment simply brilliant."
Why sell yourself so short? Why not genius?
The noun! The verb! The syntax! It's just pure poetry across the page. The words ripple like Spring water flowing down a mountain stream...Or is it Ripple?
We bask in the glow of your intellect, and bow before the might of your wisdom. Your comments have just - well, just changed my life!
Thank you!
Yet another admission of intellectual bankruptcy
November 28, 2008 - 00:21 ET by Unsane...because I harbor something called humility.
But, if YOU insist!
And just think, frank, I didn't even charge you any tuition.
And by the way, thanks once again for demonstrating to one and all that:
1) You have zero ideas and
2) You cannot backup the claims you made.
"THIS IS YOUR FINAL WARNING!!! A WAR ON FREEWILL IS COMING!!!" - Nevermore, "Bittersweet Feast", from This Godless Endeavor (2005)
Unsane sure predicted this
November 25, 2008 - 17:23 ET by general companyPlease. This from a poster who is filled with overwhelming RAGE that there are those who disagree with his views in the slightest.
You are quite unoriganal, and dont seem to mind prooving it Frank
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
I see why Sean does it.
November 24, 2008 - 19:19 ET by andophiroxiaMb, it does kind of grate on my nerves, but at the same time Hannity has to be JUST as relentless as the media in countering their insults and mistruths against Bush and praises of Obama.
So when you think about it, he puts to light that Obama is not perfect--in fact his motives are questionable. It gives me some perspective--compared to the cheap whore servicing that Obama is given by the media.
“You have enemies? Good. That means you’ve stood up for something, sometime in your life.” ~ Winston Churchill
I quit listening exactly
November 24, 2008 - 15:04 ET by FishFace222I quit listening exactly for the same reason. I now listen to Joe Souchery [sp?] on Garage Logic during that time slot. He sounds conservative without sounding like a hack.
OMG, I love Soucheray!!!
November 24, 2008 - 15:24 ET by motherbeltOMG, I love Joe Soucheray!!! I listened to him all the time when I lived in MN!!
"It's the end of the world as we know it...."
And that's where I got my B as in B, S as in S, that I use here all the time!!
How Much Do I Like Souch?
November 24, 2008 - 15:55 ET by CaringwhiteguyI too am a former Minnesotan. I have listened to Joe for over 20 years. I think so much of the wonderful wit of Garage Logic (his radio show) and his other work that I took my NB username from the title of one of his books, Modern, Caring, Sensitive Male. Unfortunately you'd never get Joe out of St. Paul or onto TV.
I'll bet you've got "It's
November 24, 2008 - 16:06 ET by motherbeltI'll bet you've got "It's the end of the world" stuck in your head now! LOL
You can hear him here MB
November 24, 2008 - 17:34 ET by JPR1Keeps me sane day in and day out.
Garage Logic
Hey JPR1.. Thanks for the
November 24, 2008 - 17:43 ET by bigtimerHey JPR1..
Thanks for the link here.
After reading all the posts about this guy, I will be trying him out too when I get the chance...what time of the day is he on live?
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
You and yours will love'm BT...
November 24, 2008 - 18:51 ET by JPR1I'm sure.
It's Prairie Home Companion for people who think and live real lives
Problem is, I get the impression you have yourself spread pretty thin as it is. Have to drop Cspan for an hour or two :-)
He's on 2:00 - 5:00 Central time, but I imagine you could get a podcast.
Hey JPR1... Actually,
November 24, 2008 - 19:08 ET by bigtimerHey JPR1...
Actually, that is a pretty good time, I like to change with a variety of shows here and there, as far as C-SPAN goes, I just don't know if I can handle too much of what Congress does, let alone listen and watch them destroy some more of this country with the filthy agenda they have that they will ram through.
For the first time in years I just may have to abstain to keep my sanity...what there is left of it that is...lol.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Yep, that Fast Track is bad news...
November 24, 2008 - 20:05 ET by JPR1It's been one thing to watch them bumbling around since '06 but I'm afraid the next year won't be so amusing.
Soucheray & Co can take the rough edges off. He's an intelligent thinker/writer with a great sense of humor.
Web page here will fill you in. Heck he's even got a Wiki entry.
All that said, everyone should spend every waking moment on NB! :-)
Hannity v. Ayers
November 24, 2008 - 14:44 ET by pearlBill Ayers
LOL pearl... Pow....right
November 24, 2008 - 17:45 ET by bigtimerLOL pearl...
Pow....right in the kisser...that is a good one!
Heck, whikle we're at it we may as well throw in Rev. Wright.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
→ Kirsten Powers
November 24, 2008 - 14:44 ET by Cool ArrowIf Fox wanted to fairly balance out Hannity, (something Colmes in all his buffoonery could never do) Kirsten Powers is the logical choice.
Rosie O'Donnell
November 24, 2008 - 14:45 ET by wnaegeleIt wouldn't last long: someone would murder somebody...
Hopefully Al Franken will be
November 24, 2008 - 14:50 ET by JTPlooking for a job soon.
"I need more cowbell!" SNL
drawing a serious blank
November 24, 2008 - 14:52 ET by katainkentgoogling "educated liberal talk show host" (in quotes) got me nothin ;)
seriously though... I suppose you could cherry pick pretty much anyone from the other big 4. Any liberal hired onto Fox would likely get more media exposure. But would they want the FNS cooties?
member of the Conservative Independant Witness Protection Program since Nov. 5, 2008
Nom Chomsky...
November 24, 2008 - 18:37 ET by mizflame98Nah, he would probably get the best of Sean Hannity. Here's a better pick, Ward Churchill. Since he's unemployed and all...
Perfect Demotivator for the Obama Administration
http://www.despair.com/government.html
James Carville!!!!
November 24, 2008 - 14:54 ET by JPR1Shhhhh, don't give 'em any ideas.
The fact that guy is an occasional guest anywhere on broadcast/cable makes my skin crawl.
They should look for no one.
November 24, 2008 - 14:56 ET by c5thenWhy not take this opportunity and be the counter ballance to MSNBC? They have Olberman, Matthews, Maddow, etc.
Just let Hannity have his own show and tell it like it is without having to argue about an irrelevant analogy or metaphore brought up by a liberal talking-points spouter.
I think they should give Ann Coulter her own show too
There is only a short time before they will be forced to have all their shows have re-buttal guests and co-hosts anyway when the Unfairness Doctrine is resurected by the Obamanites.
Hey, I got the wrong "CHANGE"!
Alan Keyes / Sarah Palin - 2012
And I'd be willing to bet
November 24, 2008 - 16:09 ET by motherbeltAnd I'd be willing to bet that he would occasionally have a guest on who didn't agree with him!
Sockpuppets?
November 24, 2008 - 14:56 ET by RackieHanibal Lecter M.D. or Daffy Duck. Makes little dif.
I like Juan Williams & Kirsten Powers so I hope it's not them
November 24, 2008 - 15:00 ET by Dee BunkWho ever it is will become obnoxious so may as well start with an obnoxious one like Bechel IMO.
I'd hate to see Williams or Powers lose their moderate voices. And when I say moderate, I don't mean policy -they are as left as anyone but they are not demonizers and definitely more reasonable about race and sex issues
→ I agree
November 24, 2008 - 15:05 ET by Cool ArrowBoth of them maintain a high degree of common sense.
Very True
November 24, 2008 - 16:30 ET by CaringwhiteguyThat's why they'd never work with Hannity
Replacing Colmes...
November 24, 2008 - 15:09 ET by chswAs long as they are in separate cities, have Olbermann replace Colmes. Olby is far more telegenic than Holmes. Moreover, his insanity might make for good numbers.
chsw
→ Vannity & Bathtub
November 24, 2008 - 15:14 ET by Cool ArrowHas a ring to it.
It'll be Gary's
November 24, 2008 - 15:17 ET by Jack BauerIt'll be Gary's grand-daughter KIRSTEN POWERS.
That'll increase the show's Triple B quotient (Brainy Blond Babe) to the nth power.
Nobody
November 24, 2008 - 15:15 ET by Gat New YorkI would not have anyone permanently and just rotate a Lib of the moment or week or month.
Colmes was embarrassing and Hannity had better debates with guests who came on.
I think it would make the show less predictable and more interesting.
Hannity & Kos?
November 24, 2008 - 15:17 ET by Tim GrahamImagine Sean slapping around Moulitsas on a nightly basis.
If Juan Williams replaces...
November 24, 2008 - 15:20 ET by jawebster1Colmes, I'm sorry, as much as I like Hannity, I'll stop watching. My vote is for Kirsten Powers. Jim Webster
Hannity and the Forehead
November 24, 2008 - 15:22 ET by semolina_filcherHow about the "forehead, Paul Begala? Hannity'll clean his clock...I'd go to "serpenthead" Carville for comic relief purposes only.
BYE ALAN
November 24, 2008 - 15:29 ET by charlietexasAlan is a funny guy, sometimes. But, I don't like him much. From other blogs, many people don't watch H & C cuzzzz of Alan. I think Sean should solo..........his ratings will go up. ORielly has high ratings and hes alone. Sean, call it the Hannity Truth Hour!!!! love mommy
How about Hannity and
November 24, 2008 - 15:31 ET by ConLosRepublicanosNoHow about Hannity and Olbermann? Sounds really good.
I like it!
November 25, 2008 - 13:16 ET by Tom1969caI love the idea of pairing Olbermann with Hannity - if only out of a morbid curiousity for seeing Olbermann melt-down when faced with rational, intelligent, well-thought-out opposition instead of sychophantic fellow liberals.
=====
Daily Sarah Palin fact:
Sarah Palin could win a debate with Keith Olbermann with her entire brain tied behind her back ... and that still wouldn't make it fair!
→ Tough to replace
November 24, 2008 - 15:34 ET by Cool ArrowThe more logical the counter to Hannity is, the less likely we are to watch.
Hannity needs a loon like Garafalo to counter him, though I would hate to see her swilling in any of Murdoch's money.
Strange isn't it? An Aussie is more American than half the country.
I cannot listen to any liberal...they don't make sense!
November 24, 2008 - 15:36 ET by jefflebowskiFace it, liberal dogma has been repackaged many, many times throughout the years. Whatever iteration, it just doesn't work. I haven't heard ANY liberal make sense of what they believe in a format that I can accept. They are so given to political correctness it makes me sick.
There is NOOO way that I would ever watch if they put a loudmouth libtard like Olbermann or Carville. I'd love to slap that bald-headed, trailer-trash turd! Amazing what the left has representing them.
Jeff Lebowski
www.angrywhitedude.c...
Hannity and Alec Baldwin
November 24, 2008 - 15:38 ET by SemperrightHannity and Alec Baldwin would be hillarious for about ten minutes. Unles the liberal mothership that is taking Colmes back to libtard 5 in the headinassiopia galixy is taking all the libs home. Then just Hannity would be OK.
Semper Fi
The Marines I have seen around the world have the cleanest bodies, the filthiest minds, the highest morale, and the lowest morals of any group of animals I have ever seen. Thank God for the
Arec Bawrin is a good pran
November 24, 2008 - 15:53 ET by SemperrightSemper Fi
The Marines I have seen around the world have the cleanest bodies, the filthiest minds, the highest morale, and the lowest morals of any group of animals I have ever seen. Thank God for the
Why not Randi Rhodes?
November 24, 2008 - 15:45 ET by Wilbur747The debate as to the conservative host will never end, so why not put Randi Rhodes in the lib/dem seat?
She'll be the true spokesperson for the left and will show people who the left really is and what they are really like.
Forget old head dems like Colmes. They're old news. After the reaction to Prop 8 in Kalifornia we know what the left is really like and Colmes doesn't represent their views, so why not expose them on the #1 rated news network? No other networks will. Show America what the 'new' democrats are like. When backed into a corner they resort to personal attacks. After people see that, we'll have the majority in 2010/2012, and Amercia will be civilized again.
Randi Rhodes is my choice!
Wilbur that is
November 24, 2008 - 16:02 ET by bigtimerWilbur that is hilarious...but you know something, you do make excellent points regarding her and her far looney-leftist lying views.
As an aside, Hannity is talking about colmes right now on his radio show, he says this decision is Alan's alone adn he can't believe all the rumors going around about this...says they will be talking it about it on tonight's show.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
I think Alan...
November 24, 2008 - 16:31 ET by Wilbur747has drunk the Kool-aid about FNC being only a conservative mouthpiece and secretly just can't stand that his views are challenged. I think he's looking for greener, more liberal friendly pastures...like maybe ALL THE OTHER NETWORKS!
I've wathced the show for a long time and I find that Alan always resorts to pointing to other people's wrong-doings to justify his party's wrong-doings.
The new left is not Colmes, he's an old head in the party...it's Dowd, Rhodes, Franken(stein) and others.
'The Govt must take care of me and I don't have to take responsibily.' It is after all, everyone else's fault.
That's their motto
I think I read he will have a FNC Weekend show
November 24, 2008 - 23:38 ET by iiiireader.... so I don't think he is leaving Fox. Maybe he wants to reduce his income so the big O won't tax him too much.
To counter Hannity's moderate conservative -
November 24, 2008 - 15:46 ET by Jonah JohansenTo counter Hannity's moderae conservative point of view
someone further to the right like Michael Savage might be a good choice.
Ugh
November 24, 2008 - 15:51 ET by FinerThingsClubMemberInTrainingNo thanks.
I'd rather not have a repeat of his 10 day MSNBC stint when he told a homosexual he would probably die of AIDS.
Pass on Savage. I think he's boderline batshit. I like his stance on most issues, but he's got way too much rage inside his soul. Let's leave that crap to the other side. They have that stance down pat.
You're right....Savage is
November 24, 2008 - 16:03 ET by motherbeltYou're right....Savage is WAY out there.
I started to read his book and couldn't do it....it's nothing but a vicious screed.
We don't need anyone thinking that's what conservatism is about.
LOL JJ... If we are going
November 24, 2008 - 15:52 ET by bigtimerLOL JJ...
If we are going to go that way, my pick is Mark Levin!
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Disregard my post below!
November 24, 2008 - 15:59 ET by Wilbur747Mark Levin! Great choice! He'll destroy every new 'contractee'!
What a concept
November 24, 2008 - 15:56 ET by Wilbur747Imagine Savage and Rhodes 'discussing' the issues.
Savage tells it like many Americans really feel and Rhodes will start to quiver, shake, cry and then resorts to personal attacks!
I feel so sorry for Randi! NOT!!
Alan Colmes... I kinda miss him already
November 24, 2008 - 15:47 ET by CapeCodScottLet's face it, He annoyed the hell out of a lot of us. But on some kind of Stockholm Syndrome level, he will be missed. But hey, 2009 is all about CHANGE!
www.ScottOnCapeCod.com
"Most men lead lives of quiet desperation"... until they get fed-up enough to finally say something about it!
CCS... Ditto! It will
November 24, 2008 - 15:55 ET by bigtimerCCS...
Ditto!
It will seem weird.
I tuned him out most of the time if I was getting aggravated...unless my husband was watching, then it was an impossibility to do, in between him and Colmes it was comical at times looking back on it all.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Comments
November 24, 2008 - 15:53 ET by UnsaneFOX has picked a stable of Leftists that I can actually listen to because they argue with some reason, at least. I disagree vehemently with the likes of Juan Williams or Mara Liasson but precisely because they (for just two examples I can think of) aren't angry, screaming Leftists out to spew as much vitriol as possible, I can at least sit down and hear what they have to say.
Though Alan Colmes was routinely slapped around by Sean Hannity, Colmes I could at least listen to for the same reason. If FOX does get a replacement for him, they need to find one like him: for with any luck we can get an exchange of ideas out of it.
This being said: early on I used to be a huge fan of H&C. What killed it for me? Their increasingly taking on more and more sensationalistic stories that the MSM in general beat to death, rather than topics firmly within their scope (politics, foreign relations). Now I am much less a frequent viewer of the program.
Please for the love of all that is good in the world keep that egomaniacal Socialist blithering idiot Olberdork the HELL away fro FOX News...
"THIS IS YOUR FINAL WARNING!!! A WAR ON FREEWILL IS COMING!!!" - Nevermore, "Bittersweet Feast", from This Godless Endeavor (2005)
Uns..I'll throw in Mort
November 24, 2008 - 15:58 ET by bigtimerUns..I'll throw in Mort Kondrake in your list of lefties who doesn't constantly interrupt or scream and holler...I can listen to him too.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Gingrich vs Maddow
November 24, 2008 - 15:57 ET by TocanoI know it's just a fantasy but I'd love to see Newt Gingrich, one of the most well spoken and "point driven" speakers go against the supposed best and brightest of the left in someone like Rachel Maddow (or at least someone with the same kind of eloquence and having the respectability of the left).
Here are a couple of other matchups I'd love to see:
Neil Cavuto vs Thomas Friedman
Glenn Beck vs Paul Krugman
Meg Kelly vs Maureen Dowd/Ariana Huffington
Karl Rove vs James Carville
(or possibly better) Dick Morris vs James Carville
How about...
November 24, 2008 - 16:03 ET by Wilbur747Gingrich vs Randi Rhodes?
Love the Maureen Dowd match up but would prefer Gingrich or Beck on that one.
I harp on Randi Rhodes cuz she has such a large following and really does represent the new left.
Possibly
November 24, 2008 - 16:09 ET by TocanoI'm not that familiar with Rhodes, so that might work. The thing that I liked about the Meg Kelly matchup was the ... pitting a strong woman against those that supposedly represent feminists. :)
And I have a lot of respect for Gingrich, so I'd like him to go against the very best the left has. Dowd or Huff. would almost seem a waste for him.
I'm not sure about Meg...
November 24, 2008 - 17:01 ET by Wilbur747at times she sounds conservative, at others she's a lib. Good idea for a journalist. Objectivity.
I agree, she's strong but again, I'm unsure of her true politics.
Rhodes is a new voice of the left. She has gotten in trouble for her comments, but doesn't care and will say anything to get her agenda known and the libs let her comment slide.
Maybe if AMerican see the new lib/dems, they'll come home to our side.
Agreed
November 24, 2008 - 17:22 ET by TocanoOk, I'm not really familiar with her politics either, just seen her numerous times and always been a fan when I did. How about, as someone reminded me below, we substitute Laura Ingraham in for Meg against Dowd or Huffington?
OMG!!!
November 24, 2008 - 19:43 ET by Wilbur747Right on! How could I EVER foget Miss Laura? She can get so riled up when she confronts a lib.
Imagine, Laura vs...anyone!
I'd love to see her against any lib women or men! But I digress, we're supposed to be talking about Alan's replacement.
Any bets that Laura will get her own full time show on FNC?
Go Laura!
I agree...
November 24, 2008 - 17:06 ET by Wilbur747You're right, Dowd and Huff is a waste for Gingrich.
Huff is a real loser.. She has no credability. One day she's a Rep, the next a lib, the next an indep.
Huff is irrelevent. Gingrich is a hard match.
LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!!!!
November 24, 2008 - 16:06 ET by CapeCodScottOh the Humanity!
www.ScottOnCapeCod.com
"Most men lead lives of quiet desperation"... until they get fed-up enough to finally say something about it!
since we're being silly..
November 24, 2008 - 16:10 ET by katainkentElizabeth Hasselback, Ann Coulter, Laura Ingraham & Greta Van Susteren vs the entire (rest of the) cast of the View.
I think I might like Rachel Maddow for a replacement ... And Sean might be a bit more chivalrously polite.
member of the Conservative Independant Witness Protection Program since Nov. 5, 2008
Good one Bad one
November 24, 2008 - 17:19 ET by TocanoLaura Ingraham is a great one. Don't know how I spaced thinking of her. Hasselback, god love her, just isn't up to a good arguer and Greta is often liberal in her views. As for Coulter, she has good points sometimes, when they aren't drowned out by her (I believe) intentional efforts at sensationalism.
Hmmm... how about...
November 24, 2008 - 16:00 ET by bandicoot2008...Barbra Streisand? No... too stupid. Joy Behar? No... stupid and annoying. Al Franken? No... he'll have successfully stolen that Senate seat by then.
I'll get back to you...
who should replace colmes ??
November 24, 2008 - 16:01 ET by abeautifulpersonME !
i'm the leftie you love to hate AND i'd wipe the floor with hannity.
What?
November 24, 2008 - 16:07 ET by general companyYou have yet to win a debate here,,
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
Still a better winning
November 24, 2008 - 17:55 ET by Roger the ShrubberStill a better winning percentage than Colmes.
hannity is the hot air bag
November 25, 2008 - 07:29 ET by abeautifulpersonand i'd be the pin.
i do just fine around here. considering i am usually piled on several against one, i manage okay. its interesting how people can put on their blinders to think that i can't hold my own.
hannity wouldn't have a chance. 'cept in the "loudest repeated interruptions" department. but i have a remedy for that too.
Speaking of hot air bags
November 25, 2008 - 12:14 ET by general companyconsidering i am usually piled on several against one
Are you whining?
its interesting how people can put on their blinders to think that i can't hold my own.
It is not the blinders, trust me.
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
You can hold your own? Oh.
November 26, 2008 - 09:50 ET by Roger the ShrubberYou can hold your own? Oh. Is that what they call being a cry-baby douchebag in your country? Interesting.
anuglywhinysocialist
November 26, 2008 - 11:27 ET by Unsane...except that you CAN'T hold your own. Either you make stupid statements without backing them up, thinking that they are The Holy Writ because YOU say them, or you constantly accuse others of what you in fact do (like blasting me for allegedly insulting all of Canada when all you do on NB is slam and badmouth the United States for not being a whiny Socialist Nanny State).
You display abysmal understandings of history, culture, government and economics here on a routine basis.
And you say you can hold your own?
And you also whine about how you are "piled on" by the Rightists? Funny, I never hear George Will whining about being piled on by Leftists, and he is the only conservative for miles around on This Tweak! Oh, and Rightists are routinely expelled from Leftist blogs and sites. So you should be happy you are kept here as a Rightist speedbag.
"THIS IS YOUR FINAL WARNING!!! A WAR ON FREEWILL IS COMING!!!" - Nevermore, "Bittersweet Feast", from This Godless Endeavor (2005)
Nah, pass. How about a
November 24, 2008 - 16:08 ET by SemperrightNah, pass. How about a beautiful potted plant insted. It would be a better fight as you're both about tied on brains but the plant wouldn't bring dem talking points.
Semper Fi
The Marines I have seen around the world have the cleanest bodies, the filthiest minds, the highest morale, and the lowest morals of any group of animals I have ever seen. Thank God for the Marines
lol
November 24, 2008 - 16:35 ET by well99Target.Cease fire.
→ cease firing
November 24, 2008 - 16:38 ET by Cool ArrowOf course, the potted plant would have to be a very "green" potted plant.
interesting this is, at least potted plant contributes
November 25, 2008 - 07:33 ET by abeautifulpersonby producing oxygen for the planet. what exactly have you done to make the world a better place?
Simple answer to such a silly question
November 25, 2008 - 12:03 ET by UnsaneSimple: without Cool Arrow, well99, or semper, or me, who would you have to live off of parasitically? Who would you have to steal from? Who would provide your freedom to make a fool of yourself on this board? It sure wouldn't be you...
"THIS IS YOUR FINAL WARNING!!! A WAR ON FREEWILL IS COMING!!!" - Nevermore, "Bittersweet Feast", from This Godless Endeavor (2005)
Semper.... LMAO! That
November 24, 2008 - 16:48 ET by bigtimerSemper....
LMAO!
That was a pricless zinger of a comment...I'm still laughing here as I post this.
Thanks...I needed that, you just gave me my second burst of energy.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
thantyouverymuch Semper
November 24, 2008 - 16:54 ET by Semperrightthantyouverymuch
Semper Fi
The Marines I have seen around the world have the cleanest bodies, the filthiest minds, the highest morale, and the lowest morals of any group of animals I have ever seen. Thank God for the
ah, anuglysocialist...
November 24, 2008 - 17:44 ET by UnsaneYou can't handle ME in debate and you claim you can wipe the floor with Hannity? Somebody's ego is slightly overinflated...
And I don't hate you; I pity you. I bet you can be far more than you dare imagine. But instead your life's dream is to be nothing more than a serf, a Ward of the State. And that alone would be bad enough. Dragging us to your private Hell with you is far worse.
"THIS IS YOUR FINAL WARNING!!! A WAR ON FREEWILL IS COMING!!!" - Nevermore, "Bittersweet Feast", from This Godless Endeavor (2005)
Well, you ARE a bigger
November 24, 2008 - 17:57 ET by Roger the ShrubberWell, you ARE a bigger douchebag than Colmes, I will give you that.
ha ha. to the point as
November 25, 2008 - 14:50 ET by Jack Bauerha ha. to the point as usual shrubbo!
How about a...
Colmesoscomy Bag?
Lots of good suggestions
November 24, 2008 - 16:02 ET by NorthCoasterPlease don't waste Kirsten or Juan as a foil for Hannity. They've got too much going, as thinking members of the Left. Someone like Mathews would be good. Hannity would give him He## for years over the "thrill up the leg" and he's not totally insufferable like Carville.
My nominees are:
November 24, 2008 - 16:02 ET by northoneeither Joy Behar or Rosie. Both are key representatives of the Liberal thinkers. Let's see how either one of them stands up to Hannity.
Let it be Behar, then
November 25, 2008 - 14:55 ET by Scuba DudeLet it be Behar, then people can see what an airhead she is. She would be reduced to babbling and drooling trying to argue against a conservative.
SD... One thing about it,
November 25, 2008 - 15:03 ET by bigtimerSD...
One thing about it, neither her or Rosie would have the brain-dead audience applauding at every word they said, just that would be well worth if for me.
They wouldn't know what to do, they'd be lost in the wilderness.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Just had an awful thought
November 24, 2008 - 16:03 ET by general companyYou dont suppose Colmes is going to be Obama's Press Sec, naw, never mind
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
Big Al
November 24, 2008 - 16:04 ET by northoneHow about Al Franken? He's not funny, so his comic days are kaput. He'll need some sort of job once he officially loses the Minnesota recount.
It springs eternal
November 24, 2008 - 16:05 ET by BuzzguyI hope Al Franken is available.
Buzz... You and me
November 24, 2008 - 16:09 ET by bigtimerBuzz...
You and me both.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Franken could never do it...
November 24, 2008 - 20:36 ET by JPR1he's afraid of being in the same building as Bill O'Reilly.
Hannity & Huffington
November 24, 2008 - 16:14 ET by GothampcArianna Huffington of course. Then she can get all her loony bloggers on the show.
Rush Limbaugh
November 24, 2008 - 16:20 ET by NBFAlthough I don't think FOX could afford Rush. Then Hannity would be the less conservative one.
I think it's a big mistake to have liberals on. Liberalism should be boycotted.
Keep 'em talkin!
November 24, 2008 - 17:30 ET by northoneNo - keep them on and talking. How else would their stupidity and incompetence be exposed for all to see?
Howdy Goth... That is
November 24, 2008 - 16:28 ET by bigtimerHowdy Goth...
That is where I would draw the line, I would never watch the show if they hired that political whore....ever.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Hannity and ...
November 24, 2008 - 16:32 ET by LionKingHannity and Helen ... as in Helen Thomas.
This would be hilarious.
Actually, I would find Eleanor "Over-the" Clift to be entertaining.
Easy Choice
November 24, 2008 - 16:33 ET by well99Kirsten Powers and I would drather see Michelle Maukin for Hannity.Both can think on their feet.
Kirsten Powers
November 24, 2008 - 16:46 ET by BigSpoon65Kirsten: she is easy on the eyes and represents the liberal viewpoint as well as anybody.
Winston Churchill ~ "Socialism is the philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy."
Kirsten
November 24, 2008 - 16:46 ET by bsmarjwould be my 1st choice and replacing Sean with Michelle Malkin would be ideal.
No way for Carville though. Everytime I see him I think of those rats on I Am Legend. Scary!!
Colmes replacement
November 24, 2008 - 16:57 ET by 1611LilacLadyBoth Carville and Juan Williams make my skin crawl.
How about Geraldo Rivera? **laughing** He lies so much Hannity would have him pinned quickly!
I too wish Hannity would be replace by a true Conservative!
Donkey Colmes...as in donkey
November 24, 2008 - 16:59 ET by semolina_filcherDonkey Colmes...as in donkey for Colmes
Who is this Colmes guy you speak of?
November 24, 2008 - 17:05 ET by JWFI watch Hannity & my thumb hitting the zippy button repeatedly.
Sincerely,
a Veteran of a 1000 psychic wars.
Juan Williams or Powers
November 24, 2008 - 17:06 ET by Dennis DI think Juan or Kirsten will probably get it but Beckel would be the best to debate Hannity.
This is easy
November 24, 2008 - 17:18 ET by eddie01Fred Barnes or Mort Kandracki
Time to call out the faux conservative neocons for the cocktail party liberals they are.
Hannity &
November 24, 2008 - 17:19 ET by Ruths husband BenHannity & O'Donnell
Hannity & Olbermann
Hannity & Matthews
pick one!
I bet
November 24, 2008 - 17:19 ET by xyzzypoofsI bet it will be hard for FOX News to get a liberal to take his place. They (libs) will not want FoxNews to appear to be fair and balanced as they go about the business of getting the un"Fairness Doctrine" pushed through.
Makes no difference to me
November 24, 2008 - 17:20 ET by celatorMakes no difference to me who places Colmes. The two-people-arguing format has long outlived its usefulness. Lots better ways to spend time.
Among a number of highly intelligent members
November 24, 2008 - 17:29 ET by misterbill---- of the fair sex are Laura Ingraham, Michelle Malkin and Ann Coulter. I think the choice of Michelle is excellent for a four day week. I think the fifth night would be outstanding with either of the other two women. Ann would leave a Libidiot shell on the floor. I ask you--who can you think of on the Lib side that could keep up with her and her rapier wit??? Also, who do you know that can outthink Laura??? All three of these ladies also possess an air of patriotism and common sense that is hard to match.
How's this for a fun thought---guests Rosie O'Donnell or Roseanne Barr with any of the three above?????????
For the new lib host, what about snake-eyes Zimmerman who guest frequently on Lou Dobbs? He is a Democrat analyst and since Obama won, has dropped 90% of his courteous demeanor with anyone who disagrees with him.
PS I am old but not dead yet. All three of the ladies are very attractive too!!!
PPS I am Debbie --Misterbill's wife and I approved his PS.
Misterb... I am roaring
November 24, 2008 - 17:37 ET by bigtimerMisterb...
I am roaring with laughter with your words here..especially your last line.
I love how you tagged Zimmerman "snake-eyes"...I have a nick-name for him too, just can't post it here...I have NEVER been able to stand that ice cold commie forever...
Hennican is another I can't stand either, he is on Fox here and there quite a bit over the years, his voice drives me up the wall...and then there is always Gabler...
Now you just know I agree with all you posted about the gals.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Well now that I have read
November 24, 2008 - 17:29 ET by bigtimerWell now that I have read the top of this blog post where it has been updated since I posted this morning, I see you have Carville's name there...heck why not throw in 'The Forehead' Begala?
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Hooters 4 Sure
November 24, 2008 - 17:31 ET by socal4patrickJust get somebody with Big Boobs! Not that Alan wasn't a big boob himself.
"If you want to save the world you must be willing to make others sacrifice" ....Dogbert the green consultant
Colmes has the intellect of a small blue soap dish.
November 24, 2008 - 17:37 ET by OhmingColmes served well as the representative dolt from the other side. But I have noticed that women (my wife especially) cannot tolerate his sniveling demeanor. I am ready for Glen Beck, he rocks and says it like it is.
I dont know if this is a confession or a testamonial; but, I enjoy saying loudly at the TV "Yes Glen, thank you for saying that, I thought that I was the last man with common sense on the planet!"
However Colmes makes us just want to hit the mute button -- which we actually do! How about a revolving door of Liberals, especially actors and sports players; to show the young people the true side of some of thier heroes.
→ Traitorous Democrat
November 24, 2008 - 17:38 ET by Cool ArrowA traitorous Democrat, and Franken supporter was caught infiltrating the recount in Minn.
What should be done to those caught doing such things.
Betray your friends, if you will, but not my country.
kirsten powers. at least
November 24, 2008 - 17:43 ET by ONUVkirsten powers. at least she's some eye candy to look at while spewing nonsense.
My choices:
November 24, 2008 - 17:46 ET by SanityClauseFirst Choice: Bob Beckels
Second Choice: Howard Wolfson
A New Dueling Dui - Limbaugh & Paglia
November 24, 2008 - 18:31 ET by PooveyRush Limbaugh and Camill Paglia would really breath new life in the 9pm slot.
Poovey... Hey
November 24, 2008 - 18:45 ET by bigtimerPoovey...
Hey now...Paglia is an excellent choice to replace Colmes!
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
I still wanna know
November 24, 2008 - 19:00 ET by Paul Gwhen this 'site meter' started ...
Is Noel trying 2 steal my partypoker password?
If the management of Fox
November 24, 2008 - 19:32 ET by JerIf the management of Fox and the network's audience prefer a continuation of the traditional "skewed-to-the-right" H&C format, a liberal-lite in-house replacement would suffice, e.g. Kirsten Powers, Greta Susteren, Mort Kondracke, Juan Williams, etc. If a few more sparks were desired, Bob Beckel would be a possible choice.
Personally, a more level playing field, balanced agenda, and a formidable liberal advocate/debater such as Joe Conason, Paul Begala, or Al Hunt would be very appealing as a counter to Hannity (or Beck, Coulter, Ingraham, et al). Frankly, it's a dynamic that Fox and the other cable news networks should employ. [Much like CNN's defunct Crossfire and Capitol Gang.]
Jer
The slime-ball Conason or
November 24, 2008 - 19:52 ET by bigtimerThe slime-ball Conason or Begala...I'm done watching the show...period.
I'm already down to a few shows as it is on Fox, that would cancel another one.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Well, b t...many liberals
November 24, 2008 - 20:15 ET by JerWell, b t...many liberals also consider Hannity a "slimeball". So what could be more "fair and balanced" [and entertaining] than two ideologically opposed slimeballs going at each other?
Jer
Jer?
November 24, 2008 - 20:21 ET by MrShyIs this....... THE... Jer??
You're the next contestant on...
THE MESSIAH IS... LEFT !!
The difference is Hannity
November 24, 2008 - 20:25 ET by bigtimerThe difference is Hannity is clean, well dressed and well spoken...Conason makes one feel the need to shower immediately after seeing him, let alone listening to his filthy spewing blather...
I cannot tell you how much I despise the POS...he gives me the creeps, and I am being polite here.
I am not going to debate it anymore, anyone else who knows who the filthy man is and has a mind that works would have to agree.
Btw Jer, haven't seen you in ages, where you been hiding, in the Obama camp at ACORN?
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
HAHA BT....
November 24, 2008 - 20:27 ET by MrShy"Btw Jer, haven't seen you in ages, where you been hiding, in the Obama camp at ACORN?"
Bad girl. Let's go easy on Jer... he's been away so long.
:p
You're the next contestant on...
THE MESSIAH IS... LEFT !!
MrS... Couldn't help
November 24, 2008 - 20:32 ET by bigtimerMrS...
Couldn't help myself there..Jer knows my wonderful sense of humor. ;-)
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
b t and Shy...
November 24, 2008 - 20:45 ET by JerBtw Jer, haven't seen you in ages, where you been hiding, in the Obama camp at ACORN?
Probably shouldn't disclose this, but Bill Ayers and I have been on assignment in Nevada preparing the re-education camps.
By the way, would you and the other NBer's mind posting your residence addresses? I just need them in order to er...uh...send everyone Christmas cards.
Jer
Jer :)
November 24, 2008 - 20:56 ET by MrShyHaha... yes, I'll send you my address, sure.
However, I'll be doing this in hell. Will you be in hell? Maybe we can meet there and I'll slip it to you.
So how did you entertain yourself during the whole 2008 election frenzy?
You're the next contestant on...
THE MESSIAH IS... LEFT !!
Shy...
November 24, 2008 - 21:09 ET by JerSo how did you entertain yourself during the whole 2008 election frenzy?
Reading travel brochures and updating my passport.
Jer
→ Jer?
November 24, 2008 - 21:10 ET by Cool ArrowYou became a terrorist?
Cool...
November 24, 2008 - 21:22 ET by JerReading travel brochures and updating my passport.
No...but that was probably enough to get me on Cheney's "watch" list.
Jer
→ Maybe, Jer
November 24, 2008 - 21:28 ET by Cool ArrowBut it will certainly get you crossed off on an Obama Administration questionnaire.
Jer... Send your address
November 24, 2008 - 21:19 ET by bigtimerJer...
Send your address and mine will be in the mail...kinda like the checks in the mail thing...after-all I have to send you a Xmas Greeting too.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
b t
November 24, 2008 - 21:34 ET by JerThe way things are going, we better save the postage.
Jer
ha ha, funny dude. Mind
November 25, 2008 - 19:31 ET by Jack Bauerha ha, funny dude.
Mind you, you won't be laughing when your membership of Newsbusters comes to searchlight.
"Are you now, or have you ever been a member of the Newsbusters party. Answer the question Komrad Jer."
Pres. Bush Pardons..latest list.
November 24, 2008 - 19:59 ET by bigtimerHere are President Bush's latest Pardons.
Note the words at the end of this cute by half article...seems to be attempting to give him a warning, and by God he had better listen.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
BT, pardons...
November 24, 2008 - 20:09 ET by RukusIgnacio Ramos and Jose Compean need to be on this list big time! Thanks BT.
"Bri is with Jesus now, we will meet again, just not right now. We love you Bri!"
Hi Ruk... Yeah, that is
November 24, 2008 - 20:14 ET by bigtimerHi Ruk...
Yeah, that is why I was interested to see who was on the list also...hoping they would be there.
Just doesn't look like it is going to happen, there is still time yet if he makes more.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Hi BT,
November 24, 2008 - 20:20 ET by RukusYeah, I'm thinking why do good people get thrown in jail for doing their jobs, and then at the same time scumbags get to walk free, you know where my thinking is considering the past two weeks. I hope they get pardoned, they deserve better.
Uncle Gary
"Bri is with Jesus now, we will meet again, just not right now. We love you Bri!"
Ruk, just real quick, have
November 24, 2008 - 20:29 ET by bigtimerRuk, just real quick, have your family had any luck finding who the ba$tard was that murdered your niece?
Btw..I apologize for putting this Pardon Link here, I thought I was on just the plain OT, my mistake.
If you like, you can PM me.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Good evening Rukus
November 24, 2008 - 20:46 ET by cocodrieHope you are doing well. We just want to grieve with you a while then laugh with you again when you feel like it. Your line about Brianna and Jesus warms my heart.
Thanks,
November 25, 2008 - 17:39 ET by RukusThank you cocodrie, I really appreciate it.
"Bri is with Jesus now, we will meet again, just not right now. We love you Bri!"
Re: Ramos & Compean
November 26, 2008 - 12:56 ET by j. frank wilsonThe best single article I've read about this is "Badges of Dishonor" by Pamela Colloff (Texas Monthly). It is reprinted, with a coda, in The Best American Crime Reporting 2008.
Tt comes as no surprise to me that she received positive feedback about her work from Border Patrol agents.
Don't believe everything you heard about that case from Lou Dobbs or WorldNetDaily.
Pat Caddell
November 24, 2008 - 20:09 ET by Dan DiegoSeems like an logical democrat at times, maybe not lib enough.
The cost of living's going up, and the chance of livin's going down. - Flip Wilson
DD... Excellent
November 24, 2008 - 20:17 ET by bigtimerDD...
Excellent choice...I always enjoy listening to him, unfortunately he is another guest who is constantly talked over...it drives me crazy...I have always found him a very fascination guy, I like to hear his view of life, and learn from him..if I could just hear all he is trying to say!
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
He's impressed me a few
November 24, 2008 - 20:58 ET by Dan DiegoHe's impressed me a few times, I've seen him call out the mindless libs parroting DNC talking points. Appears he thinks for himself.
Of course he lacks that "eye candy" appeal which would probably disappoint many and hurt ratings.
The cost of living's going up, and the chance of livin's going down. - Flip Wilson
Perfect fit:
November 24, 2008 - 20:50 ET by islero47Have Rush Limbaugh replace both of them. Have an open chair for guests to use, and once Rush chews them up and spits them out, they have to leave.
Sarah Palin/Jason Lewis 2012
Obama, pathological nacissist: http://www.faithfree...
No shortage of...
November 24, 2008 - 23:12 ET by m4ster chiefI have no opinion on this since I watch no TV news or talk shows, but from what I see on the web, there is no shortage of extreme leftist, biased, close-minded, obnoxious, and goofy looking liberals to pit against Hannity. It should be no problem finding a self-righteous, egotistical nitwit since they crave exposure and apparently have no idea how silly they look and act.
But I want to be constructive here, so I'll suggest a couple of lefties with fairly high degrees of maturity and gravitas (to use one of their terms,) to the extent, of course, those qualities can be found in liberals. So I recommend two individuals that display, as much as possible, those two traits: Joy Behar or Rosie O'Donnell.
Thank you very much. I hope I have helped.
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November 25, 2008 - 00:09 ET by HAL9000comment deleted
I say fox should offer...
November 25, 2008 - 01:06 ET by MightyMouththe olberloon twice his salary to get dunked in the tank by Hannity and (any conservative guest). I would pay-per-view to see Ann Coulter rip the Kiefer a new one.
"There are two types of people in this country; those who provide freedom and those who enjoy it." MM says...
If I had to put money on it...
November 25, 2008 - 02:33 ET by Michael30I suppose my guess would if Fox wanted to get some talent from outside their usual stable of commentators, they'd get the ones that were pro-Obama in the election. Therefore, I would watch for someone like Roland Martin and Donna Brazille from CNN, or perhaps as someone (mr.bill) suggested; Robert Zimmerman. That would seem to make sense if you are trying to "poach" some new viewers from CNN. Let's be honest, they already got Mr. Beck, so they may try to fish from the other side of the pond as well.
If they want to stay "in house" for their talent, I'd guess that someone like Juan Williams or even look for Al Sharpton (I'm not joking, he's been on BOR for a long time and probably wouldn't mind the exposure these days.)
Now that the election is over, these people are gonna want to attack the "loyal opposition" (in this case, the conservatives) so it wouldn't surprise me to see any of those people taking over for Mr. Colmes to defend President-elect Obama on perhaps the only cable outlet that won't give him a free pass on everything.
I am likely wrong on this, but at the moment, those choices seem logical to me.
Mike
Colmes' Replacement
November 25, 2008 - 06:28 ET by kiwikitA agree with Frankin but can he limit his vocabulary to the acceptable? Not funny, not smart, but alive: a perfect replcement for Colmes. Only thing missing is that NO ONE ever says that HE is a nice guy.
I, too, have decreased my interest in politics. Gave up CSPAN when it went all DNC all the time with the screaming 'RAT callers on all lines bashing Bush years ago. I find little difference between their talk shows and NPR. The only thing we watch regularly is SPECIAL REPORT. I even find myself cutting back my surfing significantly. I've no admiration for 'RATs and find that their past history in the seat of power has resulted in destroyed cities, worthless education system with the rich teachers and ignorant children, and corrupt politicians but. . . Since almost half of our population is on the dole for multiple generations, may or may not be capable of getting jobs but too lazy to try, have no skin in the game since they contribute NOTHING to the country and these are the 'RAT voter base, they have incentive to keep things just as they are. They hate America and have made much of America worthy of that hate. God Bless our troops and GWB!
Maddow and Bruce
November 25, 2008 - 08:53 ET by BlueCat57I say replace Colmes with Rachel Maddow and Hannity with Tammy Bruce. It would bring the sexual tension that is lacking in the Hannity and Colmes match up. I'd reactivate my satellite to watch that live daily. (I cut off my subscription for two reasons: pretty much everything on the air is crap and you can get most of it for free online. Why pay for the cow when you can get the cream for free?)
Kirsten Powers gets my vote
November 25, 2008 - 10:22 ET by ckbennetttnShe's a liberal I can tolerate. She doesn't just carry the water for the Democrat party. Plus, let's face it, she's pretty hot.
“I am the latte-sipping, New York Times-reading, Volvo-driving, no-gun-owning, effete, politically correct, arrogant liberal.” --Barack Obama
Not Kirsten Powers. I'm
November 25, 2008 - 10:49 ET by soulpileNot Kirsten Powers. I'm begging all that is holy not her! She's worse than Alan. When she guest hosts I go insane. (Now we know why they had a lot of guest hosts recently - maybe trying out replacements?) Juan Williams, though, I could watch. He's come a long way and actually thinks most of the time.
Hannity is ok, a little better than O'Reilly, but he still hangs on to issues for way too long. He seems to do better on Hannity's America, though.
O'Reilly is a Joke
November 25, 2008 - 14:53 ET by kwiebeThey'll never tinker with his show as long as he remains their cash cow, but damn I can't watch O'Reilly. There are lots of attractive, non-egocentric, intelligent conservatives out there. We shouldn't have to settle for Hannity and O'Reilly.
I like BOR
November 25, 2008 - 15:03 ET by general companyMostly because he is an egocentric, intelligent, conservatives. Just like me
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
Hannity is One Who Needs Replacing
November 25, 2008 - 14:45 ET by kwiebeDon't get me wrong, I agree ideologically with Hannity. But I also agree with some others here that he's weak intellectually. And I know he probably has a financial incentive to do so, but I got tired of him mentioning his damn hybrid about 10,000 times ago. Please Hannity, STOP mentioning you drive a hybrid -- WE DON'T CARE and it's not the drop-dead shocker you think it is! Get Rich Lowry to replace Hannity and I don't care who for Alan...maybe Kirsten for some much-needed liberal eye candy to make up for ten years of Colmes?
But I also agree with some
November 25, 2008 - 14:55 ET by Jack BauerYeah -- but Hannity'ss only running a TV and Radio show.
Nancy Pelosi is running the House, third in line to the Presidency.
And she doesn't even have an IQ.
She's gotten herself a big UQ - Unintelligence Quotient.