Chris Matthews Chides Keith Olbermann During Democratic Convention
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Keith Olbermann may be wearing out his welcome at MSNBC. Here’s video of a testy exchange between Olbermann and Chris Matthews during the Democratic Convention:
The Daily Brief — Monday, August 25, 2008
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Obama’s choice: Good government, bad politics
Chicago Tribune Editorial Board
We’re perplexed, though, by how little Biden brings to Obama politically beyond his 36 years of Washington cred. And we’re struck by how much more inviting a target Biden is than, say, Indiana Sen. Evan Bayh—ex-governor, more centrist, sits on Intelligence and Armed Services Committees—or other potential running mates Obama rejected. It’s difficult to see how Biden attracts many voters who aren’t already for Obama. The rankings that assign Obama the Senate’s most liberal voting record list Biden in third place. He represents Delaware, a vividly blue state Obama couldn’t lose if he tried… more»
The Daily Brief — Monday, August 11, 2008
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In today’s Daily Brief… Al Franken draws a crowd… of one! And the mainstream media finally covers the Edwards’ affair–better late than never.
THE GOOD…
Why Are We Whispering?
Washington Post · Andrew Klavan
At a recent writers conference in Southern California, one of my colleagues on a screenwriters panel told the crowd of about 50 people that she hoped Barack Obama would win the presidency. A number of people applauded. When it was my turn to speak, I politely said that I disagreed with her politics and moved on to other topics. There was no applause for me, but several writers approached me afterward. Each dropped his voice to a whisper and, looking around to make sure no one would overhear, said, “Thank you for saying that.” Which raises a question for all conservatives in the arts: Why are we whispering?… more»
The Daily Brief — Sunday, August 10, 2008
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The Daily Brief — Saturday, August 9, 2008
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