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Is MSNBC Going to Can Tucker Carlson for Supporting Ron Paul?

November 15th, 2007 by Steve

Or does Tucker have a better deal lined up somewhere else?  Or is it just some wild rumor with no substance behind it?

From Politics1:

Is MSNBC looking to cancel Tucker Carlson’s show? Sources tell Politics1 that executives at MSNBC are considering whether to cancel conservative commentator Tucker Carlson’s daily political talk show as the cable channel ponders a move to the left to possibly reposition itself as a “FOX for the liberals.” The move would be aimed at a younger and what they believe is a more liberal audience. While FOX’s cantankerous Bill O’Reilly still holds a significant audience size advantage over MSNBC’s Keith Olberman, it is among older viewers that O’Reilly swamps Olberman. [Editorial Comment: Count me among Olberman’s audience, as I never watch O’Reilly.] Yet, among the younger 18-25 demographic, the two men are virtually tied. Carlson, by contrast with some conservative show hosts on FOX, is a more easy-going pundit well-liked for his civlity (and his previous penchant for jaunty bow-ties). “Tucker is a conservative with a sense of humor,” said the Rev. Al Sharpton (D), a frequent guest on Carlson’s show. Carlson has also given substantial exposure to the long-shot Presidential bid of Congressman Ron Paul (R). Like the Houston libertarian, Carlson opposes the Iraq War. Carlson is particularly popular with Paul’s blogging army because he covered Paul when other major media outlets were ignoring him. Carlson also famously appeared on Dancing with the Stars to show a different side of the preppy pundit. Carlson is know for his quirky Libertarian streak. DC was shocked when Jon Stewart attacked Carlson’s former show — Crossfire — which he hosted with liberal Paul Begala, as Carlson is among the least caustic of the rightwing talking heads. In related news, we also hear rumors from a reliable New York source that Carlson has sold a game show concept to a major network and inked a deal to host it. In response to the early buzz, Florida insurance salesman John Bertran is vowing to mount a grassroots effort to save Carlson’s show. “Tucker is the only reason I tune in the MSNBC,” Bertran told Politics1.

Tucker’s one of the few television pundits I can stomach any more.  It will be a shame to see him go, should the rumors turn out to be accurate.

Posted in Bad Media, Ron Paul

7 Responses to “Is MSNBC Going to Can Tucker Carlson for Supporting Ron Paul?”

1. RP for Pres wrote on 11/15/07 at 11:47 pm :

   This is the rumor that is out there and it is important that everyone who wants to ensure that there is some level of fairness on MSNBC needs to write to MSNBC execs and ask them to keep Tucker going!!

   letters@msnbc.com

   GeneralComments@feedback.msnbc.com

2. MCLA wrote on 11/16/07 at 1:16 am :

   Another sign that the MSM is preparing for a Democrat takeover?

3. Eric Dondero wrote on 11/16/07 at 6:28 am :

   What a shock. The infamous Steven Gordon never watches O’Reilly, but is a Keith Oberman fan.

   Steve, why is it that you call yourself a “libertarian”? You don’t seem to have any libertarian beliefs. Everything you spew comes directly from the far-left, Daily Kos, Huffington Report, ect…

   Tell me please, what is it that distinguishes you from Cindy Sheehan (Lew Rockwell’s lover), Michael Moore, Clooney, Redford, Rosie O’Donnell and the rest?

   They hate America. You hate America. Where’s the difference? And why are you so ashamed to come out of the closet as a Leftist?

4. Alex wrote on 11/16/07 at 6:44 am :

   At first I thought the above comment was just someone trying to make Señor Rittberg look bad.

   Then I realized that’s not possible. It’s like trying to make fun of a clown. What are you going to do? Mock his floppy shoes? It just doesn’t work.

   Basically, I’m calling you an asshole.

5. Rock wrote on 11/16/07 at 10:31 am :

   Tucker Carlson gave Ron Paul crucial early exposure on his show when the major media was trying to ignore Ron and his message.

   Now they are trying to Punish Tucker Carlson for his pro-Paul comments.

   Contact the Bosses at MSNBC and make sure the KEEP TUCKER, Keep Balance at MSNBC !

   Letters@msnbc.com is the best address- SAVE TUCKER!

6. disinter wrote on 11/16/07 at 11:18 am :

   Is Dondildo still pissed off at the world after Ron Paul fired him for attending a work function high on cocaine?

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