*Watch Melissa H-P sitting in for Rachel.

[elleng]

[eleny]

1. She looks very comfortable in front of the camera

This is great. Another woman hosting in nighttime programming!

[elleng]

5. Yes, she does. She's used to public speaking, at least, as a teacher.

[eleny]

6. I've had some real mumbly professors in college, lol!

She's a natural, though. I like how she's dealing with the subject matter here tonight.

I enjoy Chris Hayes, too. But his demeanor is kind of nervous. He reminds me of the coffee guy in the post office ads who needs to switch to decaf. So this is a nice change.

[murray hill farm]

9. She is good!

Just love her..it is always a pleasure to see her and hear her..even as a regular MSNBC contributer.

[gateley]

2. She's doing well -- I always enjoy her. nt

[DURHAM D]

3. Thanks for the ping.

She is so sharp.

My only advice to her - keep your own name.

[napi21]

4. She's by far the best stand in host Rachel has had.

I still prefer Rachel, but I enjoy this host. She's very smart and speaks very clearly for everyone to understand. An unusual trait in a professor.

[Raine]

7. She's very good, I really like her. nt

:thumbsup:

[polichick]

8. I really enjoy her - so smart and likeable!

[demmiblue]

10. Great thread...

The only one that doesn't take away from her intellect by commenting on her looks.

:thumbsup: