CNN Reporter Dana Bash was told by Ron Paul’s media advisor Jesse Benton that her interview with the Congressman was over. Listen carefully. This is a behind-the-scenes look at what Paul’s people think of the media:
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1995: Gingrich Gave $40 Billion To Mexico
Sometimes it’s fun to go back in the time machine to watch the effective leadership of current Presidential candidates. From this clip in 1995, House Speaker Newt Gingrich (R) worked with President Bill Clinton and Vice President Al Gore to help bailout Mexico. Gingrich did this despite the outcry of many fellow Republicans and conservatives. In this clip, you will first see those who come out against the bailout (including California Congressman Duncan Hunter), followed by Gingrich, who explains why it was important to give $40 billion in taxpayer money to Mexico. Look for a young, concerned John Boehner (current House Speaker):
McCain Praises Obama
At a Mitt Romney campaign stop last Thursday, Arizona Senator John McCain told an audience of Romney fans that, “I am confident with the leadership and the backing of the American people, President Obama will turn this country around.” The crowd gasped and stood in stunned silence until McCain was told to correct himself.
Santorum Is Against Free Society?
Rick Santorum argues that conservatives do not want small government, low taxes or individual freedom. As a conservative, Santorum seems to suggest that the Federal Government should prevent citizens from making their own choices. Perhaps as President, Santorum will help to eliminate the “4th of July” as a National Holiday and scrap the Declaration of Independance.
New Year’s Nudity On CNN
CNN was the place to be for viewers who chose not to watch Dick Clark’s Rockin Eve on ABC. Or perhaps it wasn’t. The News Channel decided to go with a soft porn segment while welcoming in the New Year. Co-host Kathy Griffin strippped down to her bra and panties in front of Anderson Cooper and an estimated one million people, just below, on the streets on New York City. There is no word if Megyn Kelly will do something similar next year on Fox News Channel.