Can George Stephanopoulos Be A Fair Moderator of A Debate Between Clinton & Obama?

[David Zephyr]

Does anyone actually believe that the former paid-for-hire political trickster and employee of Bill and Hillary Clinton can be an objective moderator of a presidential debate between Senator Obama and Senator Clinton?

This is the same George Stephanopoulos who lent his helping hand (for employment) to the Clintons from washing their dishes on the road to lying for them as their spokesperson, much of which he has admitted.

I have already phoned ABC News with my displeasure and sent them an e-mail as well.

We now have learned that Stephanopoulos is taking his cues from Fox's Sean Hannity on questions to pose to Senator Obama. How does that sit with you today?

Can George Stephanopoulos Be A Fair Moderator of A Debate Between Clinton & Obama?

[BlueStateGirl]

1. Doesn't he hate the Clintons these days?

[Debi]

48. Why do you think that? n/t

[Cronus Protagonist]

2. He's a Clinton hater, so no, he should not be a moderator

He will surely favor Obama.

[Qutzupalotl]

22. He was on Hannity taking notes of what to ask Obama.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=132x5518957

[dchill]

36. So both camps agree...

No to the Stephmeister.

[RUMMYisFROSTED]

3. Staphylococcus will try to be fair.

And fail.

[madrchsod]

34. i think that`s what i had this last summer..

it took me 2 months to get rid of it....

[RUMMYisFROSTED]

42. bad break

:D

[Cha]

45. Yeah, he doesn't have it in him.

CorporatewhoreSlave all the way.

[H2O Man]

4. No.

Of course not.

[Wes87]

5. There are plenty of Clinton people who are Obama supporters, so I dont see why not.

[Orangepeel]

6. I don't think there is any love lost between Stephanopoulos and Clinton

As I recall, Stephanopoulos felt betrayed by the Lewinsky thing and the Clintons felt betrayed by his reaction and subsequent book.

[Warren Stupidity]

7. I have no idea who he will screw over, but he will screw over

one or both of them.

[SKKY]

8. Here's the thing. I really think Obama comes out better when he's on the defensive...

...and I'm sure his people have been preparing for this debate for weeks. Going into Pennsylvania, I look for a few "knock out" punches from Obama out of this debate.

[dsc]

9. Did you post even one single solitary thread asking this question in regards to Chris Matthews

who has admitted on several occassions that he hates both Hillary and Bill Clinton's guts.

[David Zephyr]

12. My little shadow.

How about Hillary's hair lately? Do you think it's a good bob for her? I figured no one could give a better opinion on it than you, dsc. What do you think? Is the color a good one for her? I think it is, but then I don't have your talents in these things.

[dsc]

29. wow gay hairdresser jokes

and from a gay man, geeze. And we Clinton supporters supposedly have done the bottom of the barrel.

[David Zephyr]

33. No joking here. Serious question to someone I considered an expert.

In fact, dsc, this was at the Huffington Post recently: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/suzanne-omalley/hillarys-hair-ready-on-_b_86695.html

Also: Here are the words of your Hillary:

"And, I have to say that in all the years since I've been at Yale, the most important thing that I have to say today-is that hair matters.

This is a life lesson my family did not teach me, Wellesley and Yale failed to instill on me: the importance of your hair.

Your hair will send very important messages to those around you. It will tell people who you are and what you stand for. What hopes and dreams you have for the world…and especially what hopes and dreams you have for your hair.

Likewise, your shoes. But really, more your hair. So, to sum up. Pay attention to your hair. Because everyone else will."

--- Hillary Rodham Clinton, 2001

[dsc]

35. clearly you haven't seen any photos of me

I have started dying my hair lately. Other than that, no one would be calling me an expert.

[Hieronymus]

10. When is this debate?

[H2O Man]

14. Wednesday (see below)

April 16 Democratic Debate Hosted by ABC News, National Constitution Center and WPVI-TV

ABC NEWS, NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER & WPVI-TV TO HOST DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE DEBATE IN PHILADELPHIA ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16th at 8 PM ET/PT

Charles Gibson and George Stephanopoulos to Moderate 90-Minute Debate

ABC News, the National Constitution Center and WPVI-TV will host a Democratic Presidential Candidate debate in Philadelphia on Wednesday, April 16th. The live 90-minute debate, moderated by ABC News anchors Charles Gibson and George Stephanopoulos, will air from 8-10 PM ET/PT on the ABC Television Network.

The debate between Senators Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama will be held at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. The format of the debate and information about media credentialing will be announced at a later date.

"Coming just days before the critical Pennsylvania primary, the debate will give voters across the state and throughout the country an opportunity to hear the candidates talk in depth about the important issues facing the nation," said ABC News President David Westin.

"The National Constitution Center is pleased and proud to host the Democratic Presidential Candidates debate in Historic Philadelphia. Just a few feet from Independence Hall - the very place our nation was formed - ‘We the People' will be reminded of the importance of active citizenship and the power of every vote," said National Constitution Center President and CEO Joseph M. Torsella. ....

more at:

http://fpc.state.gov/fpc/102450.htm

[David Zephyr]

15. Tomorrow.

Here's a link. By the way, thanks for providing the stats so faithfully here.

http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/CA6543685.html

[tishaLA]

11. Do you have an email addy for ABC News?

I'd like to write them, too, but not because of the George-Clinton connection, but because of George going onto Hannity to get potential questions. Can ANYONE imagine the uproar if George had gone on AAR and gotten tips about what to ask republicons? The RW nutjobs would be whirling dervishes in their pajamas, screaming about bias bias bias.

[H2O Man]

16. On post #14

there is a link; at the bottem, there is a contact for ABC.

[David Zephyr]

20. Excellent point.

Please e-mail ABC News if you can.

[H2O Man]

21. Also:

E-mail other news sources, such as Countdown and Hardball, etc. It is beneficial if they are aware of the concerns, especially his discussion with Hannity.

[featherman]

13. Duh... all MSM "moderators" have one singular purpose

To demean and diminish both DEM candidates and promote Saint John McCain in every way possible at all times.

[Warren Stupidity]

17. precisely.

[bunkerbuster1]

18. Fuck no. Get Atrios, Skinner and Digby to moderate.

I know, a guy can dream, right?

[Mass]

19. Given how he has behaved these last few months as This Week moderator, the answer is clearly NO

In addition, the disgraceful prestation interviewing Stephen Hadley last Sunday, where he let Hadley talk about Nepal rather than Tibet 6 times in a row without correcting him, should disqualify him on grounds of competency.

[BenDavid]

23. you mean judas maximus don't ya? remember judas was the

first to bring up impeachment about Monica....such a great guy that judas maximus is.....so do not worry he will be tough on hrc...

[Tatiana]

24. Hell to the naw. n/t

[Annces]

25. He is a traitor to the Clintons

A big gossip.

[sniffa]

26. If he is fair, he's just another Judas

:D

[WinkyDink]

27. No. He both hates the Clintons AND thinks he is brilliant.

[bobthedrummer]

28. No. But no problem for Obama who has the strength of speaking the truth to all the lies. n/t

[KoKo]

30. ABC has broken the "Torture Gate" stories...and Brian Ross has broken others..

Is the Disney Legacy not as Pro-Likkudist as we think...or is what you are saying the truth of it..

:shrug:

[David Zephyr]

37. "Disney Legacy not as Pro-Likkudist as we think"?

I don't have a clue as to what you are referencing. It sounds a bit anti-semitic to me, but I hope not. In any event, you use the word "we" and I don't want anyone to think that "we" included me.

I've never seen anything that suggests that Disney or ABC favors the Likkud party in Israel. Do you really believe this to be so? Or were you making a joke maybe?

[KoKo]

38. Yes...it's definitely "Anti-Semitic." Are you Jewish that you would take Offense?

Did you see Josh Marshall's great post about the new "Anti-Aipac Jewish Alliance" where "Liberal Jews" finally get a chance at a counter?

I'll dig up the link if you are interested. It's a great read, really.

[David Zephyr]

40. Well, my name is "David"...

and there are a few other things...LOL!

I don't have any qualms about Aipac whatsover because they don't do anything that the Saudis already do, the British do, the French do, and China does which is to work on behalf of their interests.

I'm sure you'd agree that just singling out Aipac while giving the rest a pass is scapegoating. Israel is a very, very small country and the British, China and even Mexico have more influence on our national politics than Israel does.

And here in the U.S. our fellow Jewish American brothers and sisters only make up 3% of our entire population. That said, considering what amazing contributions that tiny 3% has made to our fair country in every field from the sciences to the arts, I think we should almost revere them. I must confess that I do.

I can't help it, but I have great admiration and, yes great love for the Jewish community. Am I biased in favor toward Jews here and around the world? Probably so and I'd be the first to admit it.

[quantass]

31. NAFTA, CAFTA, Penn, Bosnia....if they dont bring up any of those in meaningful ways....

not some lame question like: "So...you were misunderstood about the bosnia thing right?" "Yes that's right!".."ok next question"..

If they aren't full-blown questions like Russert did in the last debate in OH then this is BS...

THe only plus will be that Obama will be getting ask the toughest questions which is very good because it will give him a chance to explain himself and connect better with the PA people.

[Zhade]

32. Conflict of interest.

NT!

[rhombus]

39. No.

He has already labeled Obama as being in "big trouble" for Bittergate. I saw his comments on ABC Nightly News a day or two ago. He's not objective.

Charles Gibson on the other hand is a fair host.

[Cha]

46. It turns out charles gibson was

not a fair host by any matter of speaking.

[Imagevision]

41. Stephanopoulos split from Clintons because he wanted none of their BS.

[David Zephyr]

43. I told you so.

Worst "hosting" of a presidential debate in history.

[MadBadger]

44. Amazingly, after the debate he said he saw no clear winner

He said this was Hillary's last chance to draw a major blow, and he said he didnt quite think she did that.

[Tribetime]

47. he says he was fair