MSNBC Moves Further Left, Air America Host Gets Own Show

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NBC News has responded to John McCain's protest concerning biased election coverage by giving one of the most left-leaning members of the media -- a host from the ultra-liberal radio network Air America -- her own prime time program on MSNBC.

Honestly, how much further to the left can this network go?

While you ponder, this is what the New York Times reported just a few hours ago (h/t TVNewser via Hot Air):

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Just in time for the closing rush of the presidential election, MSNBC is shaking up its prime-time programming lineup, removing the long-time host –- and one-time general manager of the network — Dan Abrams from his 9 p.m. program and replacing him with Rachel Maddow, who has emerged as a favored political commentator for the all-news cable channel.

Believe it or not -- and as disgusting as it might seem to folks wondering if there's a such thing as impartial journalism anymore! -- MSNBC isn't trying to hide this move as a further shift to left:

MSNBC has put heavy emphasis this year on presidential election coverage (it has given itself the tag line, “The Place for Politics”) and has turned to Ms. Maddow frequently both as a guest and as a substitute for the network’s most popular host, Keith Olbermann. Mr. Olbermann’s emergence as the signature personality on the network has led to an unofficial rebranding of MSNBC as the liberal alternative to Fox News, which is dominated by conservative hosts like Bill O’Reilly and Sean Hannity.

MSNBC has been known to be seeking a way to capitalize to a greater degree on Mr. Olbermann’s popularity. A program hosted by Ms. Maddow will almost certainly be a closer ideological fit with Mr. Olbermann’s.

Imagine that. These folks are actually trying to leverage the popularity of the most hateful and biased person on the airwaves today. Isn't that special?

Maddow, of course, is quite pleased:

“This is great; getting a regular cable show is something I’ve wanted,” Ms. Maddow said.

Adding journalistic insult to journalist injury, Olbermann actually took credit for this abomination at Daily Kos Tuesday:

Let me answer the key questions in advance:
1) No, she will not be serving as a VeeJay introducing music clips or cartoons.
2) No, I don't think we have the name of the show chosen yet. She wanted to use "Countdown With Keith Olbermann" and I said, that's where I draw the line.
3) No, the format isn't set, though there have been a lot of discussions out there and they have all centered on how to best allow her to both give her laser-quality insights while soliciting the opinions of others.
4) Yes, I had something to do with it.
5) Yes, you had something to do with it.

Excuse me, because I have to throw up, wash my hands, and disinfect my keyboard -- not necessarily in that order.

I'm nauseated...talk amongst yourselves.

Post facto aside: what's really amazing about this announcement is that the very folks who are applauding this move by MSNBC view Fox News as a shamefully biased network. Yet, much like Olbermann, Maddows likely won't have ANY conservatives on her show to present even the slightest bit of balance.

Of course, by contrast, Fox News prides itself in always having liberal pundits as guests. Why is it liberals don't understand this extraordinarily obvious distinction?

Yes, that's a rhetorical question. 

Update 5:41 | Matthew Sheffield. Bill Carter of the New York Times follows up with a brief interview with Maddow. Key quote:

As for being branded another partisan voice from the left, Ms. Maddow said she was no more partisan than any other host in cable. “I am who I am,” she said. She dismissed the expected criticism from the right, saying, “Everybody likes to work the refs to make their own kind of political hay.”

 Yes you read that correctly.

Missing from any of the punditry on this issue is how MSNBC's ratings strategy can't work long term. Democrats already have a channel they like to watch, CNN. Being a more cartoony left version of CNN isn't going to make loyal CNN viewers switch over to see what's up. This is not a rising tide lifts all boats scenario.

—Noel Sheppard is the Associate Editor of NewsBusters.


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Hannity & Colmes

will crush that dude on a nightly baisis. 

Nortonalec

"that dude" LOL

"that dude"

LOL !

 

"You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy. We must be cautious. "

- Ben Kenobi on  Liberals, and the MSM.

" The Cake is a lie."   

when does OBL Hugo Chavez

when does OBL Hugo Chavez get a PMSNBC show? for some now badly needed pro-America balance

Journalism is the opium of the liberals

Wow

Who is Dan Abrams? Did he have some kind of show or something?

Just kidding. I know who he is. He's a boss at MSNBC who fired himself to make room for Rachel Maddow. And to keep Olbermann placated.

Noel.... Believe it or

Noel....

Believe it or not...I saw this live....I still have duct tape in place...and barf bag at the ready when I remove it.

I wished I could say I was surprised about this...I also wished I could use the language my husband and I used discussing this pathetic decision.

If they get anymore to the left they are going to fall off the planet.

...couldn't happen soon enough either.

"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh

Kobie

This is coming from a network who just tried to make Kobie Bryant look square when he admitted that he was proud to be a representative of the US in the olympics.

I'm sure Maddow will have the same useless viewer base as Olbermann. I think NewsBusters should begin posting the monthly ratings read outs for the MSNBC crowd if you really want to know how far they're sinking with this garbage.

Mr.L

"...the network’s most

"...the network’s most popular host, Keith Olbermann."

That is just so sad.

their network was already

their network was already burning into treasonous oblivion

i know! they could throw some GAS ON THE FIRE!!!

good move 

Journalism is the opium of the liberals

So basically it's now two

So basically it's now two full hrs. of "Countdown" instead of one.

They should have just combined Keith & Rachels shows and called it "Spastic & Colon".

 

 

"You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy. We must be cautious. "

- Ben Kenobi on  Liberals, and the MSM.

" The Cake is a lie."   

Or

Ragney and Spacey.

Nortonalec

....or maybe....

...One-and-a-half Men

More like one and half

More like one and half women! LOL!

"Nuke 'em 'til they... oh hell, just shoot 'em!"

uh...don't think so, Ruck...

Though you might have a point about Keithiboy being a girlieman, word on the street is that Maddow DEFINITELY has a pair.

Yeah, I can concede that

Yeah, I can concede that point I guess. But, Olberdork is a girlie, uh, girl.

"Nuke 'em 'til they... oh hell, just shoot 'em!"

Actually

I think they should pair them up and name it "The Mrs. Olbermann and Mr. Maddow Show"; although I would guess that Mrs. Olbemann would prefer Ms.

How about... Colostomy

How about...

Colostomy Keith and the Catheter Kid?

LOl Eileen.... Works for

LOl Eileen....

Works for me!

"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh

The real story here is that

The real story here is that the New York Times actually used the word "liberal". I guess they finally found someone who they see to the left of themselves.

Future: NBC debate

Future:

NBC debate moderated by Keith Olbermann and Rachel Maddow suggested. Obama camp accepts after refusing to debate on Fox news. McCain camp accepts invitation hoping to get credit from the media.

Questions include: Why do you hate poor people, and why are you and other Republicans so racist?

Obama questions include: How frustrating has it been to have your character questioned and the color of your skin be the focus of your opponents campaign against you?

McCain campaign begs media to recognize the unfair questions but polls suggest public thinks McCain might be a racist.

 

 

...and of course let's not

...and of course let's not forget to throw in questioning Obama's patriotism... he accused by insinuation of McCain doing that again today at a VFW town hall...they never quit.

It has got past old...these are desperate creatures now....they are sinking, and will futher if this keeps up.

"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh

Would that be "Why are YOU

Would that be "Why are YOU people racists???

I am thinking she will sink

I am thinking she will sink like Katie Couric and we will enjoy the demise. WhatAMaroon

Actually I hope she does

Actually I hope she does well. It will keep the Krazy Kos Kiddies off the streets for an extra hour. -sarc

"You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy. We must be cautious. "

- Ben Kenobi on  Liberals, and the MSM.

" The Cake is a lie."   

That's not Olbermann?

I thought that was Olbermann without his glasses.

At first i thought it was

At first i thought it was Mary Lou Retton on Steroids but then I realised it was just Ivan Drago's wife.

 

"You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy. We must be cautious. "

- Ben Kenobi on  Liberals, and the MSM.

" The Cake is a lie."   

OMG...you're right! That's

OMG...you're right! That's who she looks like!!

(The one on the right! LOL)

I'll bet she could make Keith whimper!

 

Well, Emperor Olberdork the 1st......

from the "Olberman Broadcasting EMPIRE", has done his bit to lose even more viewers..........What marketing geniuses they are!! 

"If a man does his best, what else is there"?

General George S. Patton Jr.

NBC

I think it is safe to say that NBC no-longer stands for Nothing But Communist.

It now stands for Nothing But Crap.

As for MSNBC, it now stands for Most 'Suredly Nothing But Crap.

Why any right-thinking Amurrican would allow either of these worthless networks to be aired in their home is utterly beyond me.

Then again, right thinking Amurricans are in rather short supply these days.

-Dave.

NBC/MSNBC

Dave, Well said, LOL.  I constantly say this -  AND THEY CANCELLED TUCKER!!!!  thanks Newsbusters for the updates, because I WILL NOT WATCH MSNBLAH...

oopsIsaiditagain, welcome to NewsBusters.

-Dave.

Vote None of the Above in '08!

RD...

You have Utters?

 

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45 Communist Goals for America http://www.nationmakers.com/com_goal

"Yes, sir, you are absolutely correct"

Pity the poor Jonathan Alter, Howard Fineman, and Richard Wolfe.  After months of "Yes, Keith, you are absolutely correct" now they need to memorize a new line.  I suggest the above to prevent confusion.

You're all wrong

See, you guys are missing it. It really isn't the ideological bias. They're bringing Rachel Maddow in for higher ratings. MSNBC is just trying to improve its ratings, and they're turning to ... turning to ... wait a minute ... Air America????

Anyone who holds stock in GE needs to bring some sort of fiduciary litigation against these guys, because they are absolutely not trying to make any money.

Where does it all end?

Where does it all end?

d1... I'm already

d1...

I'm already dreading what will happen after the leftists lose the Prez election again....the bombardments against the administration will immediately start and the next names for possible Prez will be named by the msnbc talking heads about a month later....

I thought it was bad last go around....we most likely haven't seen anything yet...

...these leftist really don't have a clue they are their own worst enemies.

"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh

LOOTING & RIOTING

I have a feeling the MSM will incite widespread looting and rioting.  

Where does it all end? It

Where does it all end?

It all ends with a Throwdown.....Rachel and Mika in a "Smirk-Off"!!!

motherbelt

What sort of contest would you suggest Matthews and Olbermann engage in?

BWAHAHAHA.

I ♣ my seal

I don't think they can

I don't think they can compete; they don't have anything in common.

 

And here I thought MSDNC had

And here I thought MSDNC had given up on looking for a few good men.

The only people that will

The only people that will watch Maddow are the same grey-haired hippies from the 1960's that feel bad about not making an impact in the world because they were too stoned to care.  Essentially the same crowd that watches the windbag Olbermann.

P.S.  These are ALSO the

P.S.  These are ALSO the same people whose parents were Republicans, lived fruitful lives, made tons of money through capitalism and unfortunately have left that money to these 1960's rejects in their wills.  That's the only reason these stoners can afford their daily latte, their hybrid automobile, their $150 Birkenstocks and their yoga instructors.

That's funny

That's funny. I'm a 22 y/o college student with $40,000 in debt and will definitely be watching Rachel Maddow's show. How's that 65 to dead demographic treatin ya O'Reilly.

Agree

Dead-------------brained

Wow, $40,000 in debt to

Wow, $40,000 in debt to produce that level of intelligence.  I'd take odds on an imminent loan default.  But don't worry, with the "knowledge" you've so obviously acquired in college, I'm sure you'll be able to work something out with the IRS over that nasty "debt forgiveness" thing.

"Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it." -Ronald Reagan

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I dident think 40,000 would

I dident think 40,000 would get you past the first year.

Save a SeAL, club a liberal!!

That's just the debt.  No

That's just the debt.  No doubt we're paying for the rest of this parasite's "education"...and will eventually get stuck with the bill for the $40,000, to boot.  My guess is that this slob will spend the duration of his/her existence living off the production of others, and feel intellectually and morally superior for doing so. 

"Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it." -Ronald Reagan

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So he/she will be a

So he/she will be a professor or a politician...

Or a social worker.

David Gregory, do you know which damn network you lie for? ~ Uncle Jimbo, @Blackfive

 

You're all crazy do you

You're all crazy do you know how much someone pulls down with that BA degree in 16th century French aromatherapy.  I'm betting the loans will get paid back the first month. 

"Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference.
The MARINES don't have that problem."
President Ronald Reagan - 1985

Don't be too sure.  They

Don't be too sure.  They may get paid well, but they still manage to act like deadbeats when it comes to meeting their debt obligations. 

"Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it." -Ronald Reagan

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Come on guys

When I was 22 I was pretty much the Bleedin' Heart Liberal myself. Sure, I was going to school on the GI bill and working a low pay job, but liberal is just the way kids go when there aren't any real responsibilities.

Cut the kid some slack. s/he may turn out just fine.

I ♣ my seal

Fong, you are completely

Fong, you are completely out of line. Attacking some 22 year old for trying to get his education?

That's incredible. Did you even read your post before you put it up?

To attack a complete stranger in such a manner is completely classless.

Slob? Parasite?

How exactly are you paying for his education? Like it or not, college is a major advantage in the job hunt these days.  Not having a college degree severely limits one's options.  

But hey, your attitude is great. The world needs ditchdiggers too.

Call me crazy, but I'd rather have a degree and get a salary then work for an hourly wage. I like the security, what can I say.

I take it from your animosity you never went to college? That's fine, but sheesh, it's absurd to launch baseless attacks against someone you don't even know. Amazing use of assumption.

That's pretty rich, coming from you Ginger

Did you not read the 22 yr. old's original post?

Guess not.

Typical, though, just jump in the middle, shake your wanker around at the established posters here....and walk away like big man on campus.

That's fine, but sheesh, it's absurd to launch baseless attacks against someone you don't even know. Amazing use of assumption.

Hoist by your own petard, sport.

You may leave.

David Gregory, do you know which damn network you lie for? ~ Uncle Jimbo, @Blackfive

 

B-Londe, you mean this

B-Londe, you mean this one?

That's funny. I'm a 22 y/o college student with $40,000 in debt and
will definitely be watching Rachel Maddow's show. How's that 65 to dead
demographic treatin ya O'Reilly.

Yeah I did. And? How did this warrant Fong's outrageous response?

I'm not sure what you're trying to say.  How does this post indicate that this guy will grow up to be a slob and a parasite.  If it's within your realm of possibility, please try to respond without your little catch phrases.  We've heard them already.  Branch out.

For such a big man on campus

You sure whine like a four year old girl.

Of course you have no clue what I'm saying.  I merely mentioned that you are totally rude and out of place to come here and WAVE YOUR WANKER around like a four year old boy trying to get some attention.   Come here and try to school the members?  Bawahaha, sonny.

Is that too hard for you to understand?

As for my "catch phrases"....it takes someone with more of an IQ than you apparently have to comprehend (does your mummy pin your IQ on your shirt so you can remember how to count to 25?).

Finally....my sn is Blonde.  I have no clue what you are trying to get at with your botch job, nor do I care.  But for crying out loud, troll-boy, try to keep up!

David Gregory, do you know which damn network you lie for? ~ Uncle Jimbo, @Blackfive

 

I'm going to agree

Conservatism is a hard knocks journey. Lots of us were liberals when we were young.

I voted for Carter! I got fooled, but he didn't make a fool out of me. Reagan made a conservative of me.

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TheGingerman, A simple

TheGingerman,

A simple question - you say...

That's fine, but sheesh, it's absurd to launch baseless attacks against someone you don't even know. Amazing use of assumption.

But in another post you just said...

A parent that spanks is a parent that has lost control. In fact, it just means you're lazy.

Um, does that count as a "baseless" attack on an entire generation of parents? You know, calling all of them all "lazy"? Would that count as an "assumption"?

No hydro not at all. It's

No hydro not at all. It's not baseless, just true.

If you spanked your children, it was b/c you were too lazy to figure out a more constructive and less destructive way to get your point across.

Hitting your own child? Yeah, that's great.

TheGingerman, It's not

TheGingerman,

It's not baseless, just true.

Well, how can one argue with that? From now us, just let us know which of your statements are true so we all know which ones we shouldn't expect you to back up with,... well, you know,... an actual argument.

By the way, are all the child psychologists who suggest that reasonable physical discipline can be an effective method for raising children lazy as well or just stupid?

Oh, but wait - you mean there might be parents out there who spank their kids because they think it's an effective means of imposing discipline and not because they are lazy and too stupid to approach the problem from another angle?

Gee - guess your initial generalization did amount to an assumption.

Hydro, where are those

Hydro, where are those child psychologists?

Hitting your own child is a disturbed behavior and simply the result of getting hit yourself as a child.

It's a sad state of affairs when you have to hit someone you love.

TheGingerman, You're

TheGingerman,

You're honestly going to deny the fact that there are professional psychologists who see merit in discipline through spanking?

That's going to be your angle? Really?

You better think on that before you put that out there as one of your "facts".

By the way...

Hitting your own child is a disturbed behavior and simply the result of getting hit yourself as a child.

Yea, that counts as an assumption about people you don't know.

The only time I spank...

Ginger,

...is when she asks me to. Of course, what consenting adults do in the privacy of their hotel room is between themselves (and possibly the people listening in the next room).Don't know much about kids...I always used precautionary methods before the fun begins.

Ubercon

Are you intellectually

Are you intellectually deficient or just dishonest?  I did NOT attack "some 22 year old for trying to get his education".  I pointed out that said 22-year-old was using his/her status as a college student to trumpet his/her non-existent superiority.

How exactly are you paying for his education? Like it or not, college is a major advantage in the job hunt these days.  Not having a college degree severely limits one's options.  

Let's address your question first.  How are we paying for his education?  Hmmm...How about the countless government grant programs?  The State University system?  Last I checked, we paid taxes to subsidize these programs.  Did I mention the additional interest we have to pay to secure financing so that we can offset the loss caused by delinquent debtors?  College may be a "major advantage" to job hunters...but it is neither a guarantee of employment nor a prerequisite for it.  Nor is it a God-given right.  If you want to pursue a college degree, it is your responsibility to do so...not mine to fund your pursuit.  Need I regurgitate the litany of successful people who didn't need to complete college to get somewhere in life?  To the extent that some companies screen out candidates who lack a Bachelors degree, this typically speaks to the risk aversion of some in Human Resources and middle management.  But a formal education will never be a substitute for actual talent...hiring managers worth their salt can and do make that distinction.

But hey, your attitude is great. The world needs ditchdiggers too.

Why am I indulging someone who needs to borrow a quote from Caddyshack because he lacks the ability to articulate an original thought?

Call me crazy, but I'd rather have a degree and get a salary then work for an hourly wage. I like the security, what can I say.

Wouldn't we all?  And if you put your mind to it, you might actually get that degree and salary.  But it's not our responsibility to make sure you get it.  You're not entitled to the security you say you like...if you can't secure it on your own, that's YOUR FAULT and YOUR PROBLEM.

I take it from your animosity you never went to college? That's fine, but sheesh, it's absurd to launch baseless attacks against someone you don't even know. Amazing use of assumption.

While we're on the subject of baseless attacks and misplaced assumptions, I have a Bachelors degree in English and an MBA.  While I am proud to have earned those degrees, I am also well aware of the fact that I cannot rest on those accomplishments.  Since I wish to remain relevant to existing and future clients/employers, I continue to improve upon my current skills and acquire new ones...that's how you ensure employment security.

And by the way, if I need class and etiquette lessons, surely you're in no position to teach them to me. 

 

 

 

 

"Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it." -Ronald Reagan

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Fong, why would he be in

Fong, why would he be in 40,000 dollars of debt if he received a government grant? That doesn't make any sense. Your entire argument is predicated on a falsehood and misunderstanding.

I have the utmost respect for someone that takes on debt to further their education. It's shows drive and motivation.

falsehood and misunderstanding

Um yeah. My husband is in debt close to 40K for college even after pell grants and scholarships. Please try again.

Oh, I see.  I wasn't aware

Oh, I see.  I wasn't aware that a government grant funds someone's entire college education...especially when the universities typically use increases to federal grant programs as invitations to raise their tuition rates.  If government grants on their own are insufficient to pay full tuition, the student has to find other revenue sources to fund the difference between the tuition/room & board/fees/books and the grant.  At that point, said student may see fit to borrow, say, $40,000 to pay for the remainder of his/her short-term obligation.  Your entire "argument" is predicated on an ignorance of or indiffence to finance.

It's quite precious that you claim to have the "utmost respect for someone who takes on debt to further their education".  The real indicator of someone's drive and motivation is not in his/her willingness to borrow the money to fund the pursuit...but in his/her commitment to pay it back. 

"Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it." -Ronald Reagan

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Wow

Wow, so let's count it. First you question my intelligence. Then you call me names ("parasite" & "slob") and then accuse me of throwing out my "college education?" What a swell guy you must be.

I'm sorry, but Fong, did you even read the post I was replying to? My "college and 22 y/o" was a response to the previous post about demographics who would watch Maddow's show. So no, I am not implying anything about my college education other then letting people know what demographics I belong to.

And lastly, what "countless gov't grant programs?" Oh you mean Pell Grant and Cal Grant (because I live in CA). Wow, thank you so much. They are just about enough to pay for my books and housing. The debt, just so you know, is for my tuition and housing. And why the hell would I have debt if I had my dad's money?!?! I'm sorry but that's just a dumb remark. And the California university system actually gets most it's funding from private corporations. So thank you Qualcomm, f- you Mr. Fong. Don't need your money.

And for your information, most people attending medical school comes out with 100K debt. Those damn doctors and their parasitic lifestyle. Why can't everyone afford a college education without government help and maintain the status quo. Damn me for my need to better myself, become a useful member of society, and become the "parasite" I am destined to be.

korn

I didn't think there was enough in your link to label you a parasite either.

Good response.

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First of all, you act as if

First of all, you act as if you mentioned the 22-years-old-and-proud-to-be-in-the-demo-to-watch-Rachel-Maddow line in isolation.  Had that been the case, the comment would have been fine.  But your snide little "65 and dead" comment (not to mention other comments throughout the thread of similarly smug ignorance) suggests that you're not as intelligent as you think you are and that you feel the need to use your status as a college student to appear morally superior.  Sorry, but I'm not about to indulge your fragile little ego.  Now to address some of your other retorts...

And lastly, what "countless gov't grant programs?" Oh you mean Pell Grant and Cal Grant (because I live in CA). Wow, thank you so much. They are just about enough to pay for my books and housing. The debt, just so you know, is for my tuition and housing. And why the hell would I have debt if I had my dad's money?!?! I'm sorry but that's just a dumb remark. And the California university system actually gets most it's funding from private corporations. So thank you Qualcomm, f- you Mr. Fong. Don't need your money.

So, you've taken on $40,000 in debt to help fund your education.  Do you want a cookie?  We all take on a certain amount of personal risk and hardship in the hopes of bettering ourselves...the great thing about this country is that we have the opportunity to seek alternative solutions to fulfill our dreams and desires.  You're not that special.  But it's interesting to know how "grateful" you are to the American taxpayer for helping to fund your education.  I'm so sorry that my efforts and the labors of other American workers are only sufficient to pay for your books and housing.  Perhaps collectively we're not working hard enough for you?  Maybe if we stopped over-burdening ourselves with the well-being of our own families, we would submit to more taxes so that we can take care of your tuition and fraternity dues, as well?  I never mentioned your dad's money, so your question on that issue is a non sequitur.  To the extent that private corporations take it upon themselves to subsidize your education...congratulations to them.  But your suggestion that you don't need my money is laughable.  Tell me, genius, why is it that tuition at a public university is less than tuition at a private institution?  Could it have anything to do with the fact that the American taxpayer partially offsets the cost of State University tuition through taxes?  I'll remember that you don't need my money the next time I have to go to the county to pay property taxes.  Oh, and lets not forget the aforementioned government grants you receive to pay for your books and housing.  In short you don't need my money because you already have my money.  No thanks necessary.

And for your information, most people attending medical school comes out with 100K debt. Those damn doctors and their parasitic lifestyle. Why can't everyone afford a college education without government help and maintain the status quo. Damn me for my need to better myself, become a useful member of society, and become the "parasite" I am destined to be.

I don't doubt that students often emerge from medical school with triple digit debt.  And I don't imagine it helps their financial situations that they have to pay such high malpractice insurance premiums...courtesy of their parasitic trial lawyer friends.  The barriers to entry to the medical profession are prohibitively high...and in a way, that's not a bad thing.  If you know ahead of time the kind of commitment you're going to have to make to become a doctor...and you still decide to pursue that line of work knowing the hurdles...that speaks well of your desire to succeed in that profession.  If, however, you see these barriers to entry and determine that it is the American taxpayer's responsibility to get you where you want to be...well, if the parasite shoe fits... 

 

 

 

"Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it." -Ronald Reagan

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Oh, come on...

You're really making fun of someone for having or pursuing a college degree??

I would imagine if you make at least a living wage, your boss has a degree... Try making fun of them for it and see where it gets you.

Ok, now go ahead and talk about how you're self employed and don't answer to a boss, of course.

You didn't get the point

You didn't get the point did ya Mike?

...anybody with a brain that is in proper working order wouldn't be watching the likes of  Maddow to learn anything close to the truth.....

Propaganda yes...but heck, plenty of college professors are good at indoctrinating that for all the $$$ they can.

Ah yes....truth to power will set you free!

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You're really making fun of

You're really making fun of someone for having or pursuing a college degree??

No, I'm making fun of someone who obviously believes his/her pursuit of a college degree makes him/her morally superior to, and more intelligent than, others.  It doesn't.  A college degree is neither a prerequisite to, nor a substitute for, actual intelligence.  That you would contort my statement to suggest that I was making fun of someone for having or pursuing a college degree suggests either blatant dishonesty or a lack of intelligence on your part.  Nice try.

I would imagine if you make at least a living wage, your boss has a degree... Try making fun of them for it and see where it gets you.

A "living wage"?  Aren't you late for the neo-Marxist rally, Comrade?  But please, indulge me.  What is AnotherMike's definition of a "living wage"?  Here's a tip: the term "living wage" is what is known as a "talking point".  Liberals use talking points (also known as empty cliches, platitudes, etc.) as populist rhetorical bromides to prevent themselves from appearing like they haven't a clue what they're talking about.  The lesser intelligent among the populace might fall for that stunt; however, very few on this site will.  F for execution, but A for effort, Sparky.  As an aside, I don't know whether or not any of my employers had/have degrees, their application and competence were of more relevance to their employment than their educational backgrounds would have been.  Your stated assumption is yet another non sequitur.

Ok, now go ahead and talk about how you're self employed and don't answer to a boss, of course.

As a matter of fact, I am self-employed.  I answer to my clients.  And since I am self-employed, I'm one of those guys who create the jobs that college graduates pursue.  By the way, I have a Masters degree.  That degree does not make me smarter than you...my intellect makes me smarter than you.

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40,000 in debt? Thats less

40,000 in debt? Thats less than I paid for my truck. About what I paid for my boat. 40,000 in debt aint nutin.

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Hey Bass...

Hey Bass,

Where do you live? If it's anywhere in the area of the Gulf Coast then let's go fishin'! I haven't been in years and I live on the Gulf Coast! Sounds like you have a nice Bassboat. I miss fishing. : ( I used to go a lot when I was younger and miss it a lot. I'll buy the sausage bicuits! Good post! Did I mention I miss fishing??

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