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C.J. Grube — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:36:07 GMT

Message I sent to my Senators and representatives in California,

In the last 24 to 48 hours, what we have heard is that the Senate will ride to the rescue and sweeten the pot to make the bill more palatable for the congress.

What are you people doing in Washington ??

Raising the FDIC to $250,000 is of no benefit to most Americans - however this IS of benefit to most Congressmen and Senators. Thank you all again for helping yourselves.

Plus we keep hearing that you have added a bunch of tax incentives and other items like a health care issue or two to the pot; but of course no one has stated any details on these enhancements hoping that just the mention of them may change "We The Peoples" opinion of the Bailout.

WAKE UP PLEASE ! and understand that a great deal of us know that some type of Bailout is probably necessary, but don't treat us like incompetent sheep - We want the obvious -- which Washington is Blind to.

We have stood up to say that we will no longer turn a blind eye and allow others to act as they please in an environment that is always behind closed doors - actions that contain secret deals to a select group of people, Corps. And countries.

We want people associated with this crisis removed. We want Paulsen, Bernake and the head of the SEC to exit with George W. - Then we want a new group with new eyes that represent the people to move forward in a bailout with the details transparent to the people. We want transparent investigations of the criminal actions that brought this crisis about no matter how high it goes.

We want to know who is being bailed out and how much they receive and the details of the pay back - and the numbers better add up ! We want a group to monitor this process closely and we want the information to be public.

We want to make sure that Washington stops operating as CEO's of the Corporation of the United States with No Consequences and Now Acts under Constitutional Law and Represents "We The People" as the priority, and does so fully transparently so that a select few will not again be allowed to utilize a free hand to advance their personal agendas.

Please utilize the huge responsibility we have entrusted to you.
Represent “We The People” with Honesty and Integrity.

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Marc Schulz, Delitzsch, Germany — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:53:35 GMT

Hi Brian,

that investment into GE by Warren Buffett is negligible. Your parent company GE is worth around 360 billion Dollars. When he injects 3bn into your company that is like filling a shovel of sand into Sahara Desert. Also Buffett has a net worth of 62bn Dollars. Take the assumption he gets - like a normal person - but I doubt that - he only gets a 2% interest rate on his account, he will get 1,2bn of interests on his deposits. So he will have reiumbursed his investment into GE after 2,5 years. For Buffett, it was like going on a shopping spree, except the commodity he bought was a bargain because the value of GE fell over 30% during the last years. Also a surplus is that he now has a voting power into the company which certainly will undermine Jeffrey Immelt's standing in the company, if he fails to improve the company's performance. But it's difficult to improve GE's performance because the most valuable assets were already sold like Domestic Appliances or the joint-venture between GE and that Middle East investment firm. So watch out NBC, that you don't get sold in the process, because you are also a valuable asset of General Electric.

Thank you for taking advice that you do an interview with Michelle Caruso-Carbrera instead of Ann Curry. It certainly will be a great interview with background knowledge that Curry cannot offer.

Also a news organization, please push Gwen Ifill to be non-partisan in tomorrow's Vice Presidential debate from St. Louis, Missouri. Because she had written a book with the title "The Breakthrough: Politics and Race in the Age of Obama". That title suggests that she is in the tank for Obama like the "National Barack Channel" (long form of NBC) is obviously. Please push her so Biden won't get an advantage over Sarah Palin. You have the power to do so. Also Obama didn't take the ad the contains the chyrons of MSNBC, voice of Keith Olbermann and video of Tom Brokaw. Do something against that, so you further can clean you image as a non-partisan network, like you were before the ascendence of Barack Obama and his radical left approaches to change the United States of America.

Looking forward to the broadcast. It will be an interesting one, considering the GE-Buffett deal. Will watch the broadcast on video podcast tomorrow.

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Mary Rapkin, Juno, FL — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:54:48 GMT

Why did you make the property tax revolt in Florida that has reduced local budgets by state law look like it was part of the recent national economy issues? Many homeowners in Florida can pay higher taxes, they just don't want to because so much goes to support illegal worker families social services. Greedy developers used the available illegal workforce to build houses on speculation rather than reality. Floridians have been picking up the tab locally for social service needs of illegal labor for years with no help from the rest of the nation.

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Jackie Rawlings Riverside California — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:55:38 GMT

Brian I always wondered by Speaker Pelosi refuse to impeach Bush even protecting him is some ways. Well with luck and research I found out why.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has directed nearly $100,000 from her political action committee to her husband's real estate and investment firm over the past decade, a practice of paying a spouse with political donations that she voted to ban last year.

Yes the Lady Speaker was up to her neck in dealings with the White House for profit and with that legal act over her head the White House used it against her. Now Feinstein's husband got a big Govenment contract for her cooperation in puting the AG in office. It's time to clean house and must of these Law Makers made their deals with the corrupt White House.

I got to see President Clinton campaigning in Florida and I watched Hillary's speech in Penn. Now here's my good news Hillary will be in Los Angeles and my daughter got me a ticket so I'll have alot to say on Saturday.

Brian you must remember GE did make a deal with Iraq so Buffet knows how to have his money make money. Look it's good news for the employees and profits will be looking good. Now I'll save a little money to invest after the election. If the right President gets in I could have a net nest egg. If the wrong President gets in I'll just go to Vegas.

Polls are showing good news for Obama. Brian isn't it interesting that Obama/Biden can't cover much on their own and still deal with this bailout problem. McCain/Palin are both doing as much as they can with only them hitting the campaign trail. Yet Obama has his wife, Mrs. Biden, Hillary and even Brother Bill campaigning for him. As Americans what the comdey act of Sarah Palin one can only hope she will have something intelligent to say at the Debate but I wouldn't hold my breath on it. Brian you lucked out as Katie and Charlie needed aspirin after the interview with bubble head Palin aka Chrissy Snow.

see you at 6;30

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York, PA. — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:58:56 GMT

When is Andrea Mitchell going to provide the clip of Biden saying that Franklin Roosevelt went on television and spoke during the stock market crash?

Instead she continues to show the same old clip of Biden saying that Hillary is probably the better running mate (as if that's his ONLY gaffe).

Why is Andrea Mitchell afraid to show a gaffe regarding a KNOWLEDGE issue rather than a self-esteem issue on the part of Biden?

Brian, how many times are you going to run Obama ads during your newscast?

Do you have meetings with your correspondents and agree that it's a good way for Obama to get some extra air time for his ads if you "work it into the story"?

It's really astounding to see this once respected newscast go downhill so fast.

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K. Murray — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:05:43 GMT

Dear Brian:

How about those Red Sox? You are from Massachusetts arent you?

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Susan Anderson, Lake Bluff, IL — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:16:08 GMT

Brian,
I watch every night and always look forward to it. Thanks for the tip of the hat to Chicago baseball fans. During these trying times we need a break now and again. Have you noticed that fans don't leave after a win at Wrigley Field? They stay and sing Go Cubs Go as the W flag is hoisted. We are having some fun in Chicago in October and we need it! As a single mother who is the owner of a small business (as well as a Cub fan)I am nervous, so I appreciate a bit of a breather every time I watch those Cubs win. Thanks again and It's Gonna Happen!

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Lisa McNeil,Alpharetta,Georgia — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:28:26 GMT

Good Evening Mr.Williams,Another fine broadcast this evening. First of all the report by Mr.Costello about the passing of a bailout plan by Congress seems to be getting more "dramatic" everynight. As Senator Harry Reid stated that they "Got to get it done". One really cannot be sure this is the ultimate solution to the economic crisis, but something must be done to help this economy out and make a turn for the better.
From the reports by Michelle Cabrera about the big decline in auto sales to Mr. O'Neill's report on how a city in Florida has to cut back on services of repairs this crisis will take years to get back to normal. One thing affects another and it is felt in all types of businesses.
On another note the discovery of the Id's, money and sweatshirt belonging to Steve Fossett was interesting and very sad because he has been missing for alittle over a year. I hope for his family there is some closure to finally finding out what happened. It is very tragic.
On another note the organization that Dr.Susan Love founded to fight against breast cancer is a great step in the right direction. Helping to find out what is needed to prevent this disease from happening by bringing together healthy women to participate in the research is a truly positive thing. I hope this terrible disease will be stopped and this foundation is a great help.
And Congratulations to the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox for both making the playoffs!
Thank you for the broadcast Mr.Williams. Peace to You and to All!

Lots of Love to Laurel,Jackie,Stephanie,Claudia,Celine,Anna and Matt!
Be Well Always!
Celine-regarding Richard's World Blog posting. I did think it was Too Intense,but I do try to remain positive and I always pray for Richard's safety.
Stay Safe and Well Richard! Always!! Hope to see you on Nightly News soon!
XOXO

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Julian Newton Englewood, Colo. — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:40:25 GMT

Last month Mr. Williams you said it was the high gas prices slowing the ecomny down, now it's wall street. You change your stance as much as politicians.

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Dewey Quong, Reno, NV — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:46:58 GMT

Ford's tale is the tale of Wall Street. Gas was cheap, credit was easy and people didn't mind 10 mpg so they bought the big pickups and SUVs. Except for a small fringe market in California and some other blue states Ford didn't have any incentives to make small fuel efficient cars. Their F truck series was a big seller for years.

Most people in the oil industry knew that easy to obtain oil was coming to an end and becoming harder and harder to pump oil out of the ground. Still Ford continued to build big trucks and had few plans in the works for fuel efficient vehicles.

Wall Street is of the same mindset. Easy credit and people willing to trade in smaller homes for bigger and bigger homes every few years with a growing price tag. Keep lending and go for the easy profit without any thought of a saturation point for the market.

Didn't Wall Street have a built in firewall, a cooling off period built into the system? When the drop was approaching 500 points the market would shutdown and allow everyone to take a breather. What happened to it?

During the Depression in the 30s didn't the government put regulations in place that one couldn't buy stocks on credit? Wasn't that suppose to stop short selling?

Where did all the regulations go that was meant to protect the market and the public from the excesses of the 1920s from repeating?

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Laurel, Central FL — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 00:17:47 GMT

I noticed something ODD about Sarah Palin's accent on tonight's broadcast. You showed snips of her doing debates in her Alaska Governor's race. During those snips of her Alaska Governor's debates she did NOT have that 'northern country girl twang' that Tina Fey has worked so hard to copy. Has Sarah Palin been affecting the accent - or at least exaggerating the accent? Apparently.

Check out the tapes - There are no dropped 'Gs' at the end of 'ing' ... etc. etc. Frankly in the Alaska tapes Sarah Palin sounds educated, not 'country girl' and her demeanor is very different.

Hmmm...

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John Doe Clearwater,florida — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 00:35:03 GMT

All i want to say is that Barack Obama is a candidate who shouldnt be running at all,he promises to help the world and help solve alot of our issues,but who is this guy really?Where did he come from?He has not even been in this buisness for even a year.He is Islamic people! Wake up before it's too late! He said on a newscast that he would not be sworn in on the bible but instead on the Koran! Come on !!!

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Jim Roberts, Port St. Lucie, Florida — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 00:35:23 GMT

I believe that the media are getting things backwards...Mainstreet is not going to be effected by Wall Street. Wall Street is finally feeling the effects of Mainstreet's woes. Unemployment has been rising for the past 9 months. In Port St. Lucie, Florida, where I live unemployment is 9%! The only up-sector of the economy over the past several years was the Housing Boom...which to a large extent was artificially inflated with dubious lending practices by most of the mortgage industry. The job classified ads (an excellant bellweather of the economy) went from more than 5 pages 3 years ago, to less than 5 columns (1/2 page) last Sunday. Mainstreet is already in a recession. Auto sales being down doesn't have a lot to do with credit, if dealership showroom "traffic" is down by 50%! It has more to do with the Mainstreet recession which is a result of high fuel costs and downturns in almost every economic sector except housing nearly 2 years ago. However, nobody was paying attention...the Administration kept saying the "economy is fundamentally sound." Now Maintstreet's recession has reached Wall Street and we have to bail Wall Street out? The City of Palm Bay, along with most other city and county governments in Florida are in trouble, but not caused by recent events. The State of Florida has been in a budget crisis for two years. Better, research, reporting and explanations needs to be taking place by the media. Quit telling me that the sky is falling (for most of us on Maintstreet it has alreadt fallen) and tell me who, what,where, why and when...if you went to J-School you might remember these. Here's hoping that you begin to get it right soon...for all our sakes.

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Barbara, Marietta, GA — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 01:22:39 GMT

Mr Williams: What would it take to have NBC investigate Barack Obama? You at NBC and those at CBS and ABC have not let the American people know anything about him and, as such, I am very worried that we don't know what he is about. I for one, cannot listen to the words change and hope any longer, they are just words. I've been hearing through the internet and on Fox News that this guy has a lot to hide......his associations are extremely suspect. Will you do an in depth investigation, please?

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Bob Nadeau, Scarborough, Maine — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 01:50:09 GMT

Brian: I have been watching you for years. I am banker, specifically a commercial lender at a small community bank in the Northeast. My clients are small businesses. Comments made on the The Nightly News regarding the lack of credit for small businesses have been upsetting to me. The bank I work for is not having a liquidity issue. We have money to lend and from what I know, smaller competitor banks also have funds available. I think this is important for folks to know. I'm sure there are a number of other banks in this country that are in the same situation. We did not get involved in the sub-prime mortgage business; kept our credit standards the same and have a healthy balance sheet. During these times it is important for the country to hear; it builds confidence rather than fear. I hope you get this side of the story out. Thank you.

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Jane Ridgefield CT — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 02:48:57 GMT

We sure miss George, George Carlin. The man that trully called as he saw em. Does anyone else see the bait and switch coming? Super G to the rescue. Is Gulianna, McCains secret weapon? Don't ask, don't tell.

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Jackie Rawlings Riverside California — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 02:59:49 GMT

Hi Brian no problems tonight with your audio.
Good to see the Senate do something. I think of it like a leaky sink that you do nothing about and in the morning your flooded out. We allowed this Administration to do this for 7 years so it's partly our fault.

I have never lived in Chicago but my Dad's friends and others always wanted to see the Cubs win. So I have to cheer for the Cubbies it's just been longer then some people lasted to see. If the Cubs did make it the supporters should set on their hands as not to make any mistakes again.

I saw a video of McCain's resent speech and his eye was odd and he was disorientated and confused. It was scary because my Dad had those signs before he fell ill. I guess that's why McCain didn't release his medical records only the pages that wouldn't show how made he is. I watched a tape of Sarah with Katie on the question of the Supreme Court cases and seperation of Church and State. Sad so sad. The Debate Thursday should clear up any questions voters might have. Smart move on the McCain campaign not to let Mrs. Palin do interviews as other candidates do, we might not have needed the VP Debate.

Best to my friends Lisa, Laural, Stephanie, Claudia, Celine, Anna and Matt

special note: I'd like to thank the NBC staff people who post our remarks because without you there would be no us. Yes I know Brian is the chief Dude but it takes a team to win and you guys are winners. I just wanted to say thanks and I appreciate your work.

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Mary, Juno, FL — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 12:22:20 GMT

Florida voters revolted and capped taxes that is why local governments are in a money pinch. Developers built unrealistic priced houses that no one can buy and drove up the taxes on existing homes. Condos in Tampa were being built in the one to six million dollar range. The workers cannot to live in housing at those wages. The money pinch in Florida local social services is because on the local level the taxing has been stopped not because of wall street threats. Florida had no real jobs before these houses were built and most were built with illegal labor that adds to the tax burden with social service needs.

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Char Schultz, Westerville, Ohio — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:01:34 GMT

Your news broadcasts continue to be negative and very biased. I am very tired of your campaigning for the democratic candidates and not presenting fair reporting. By the way, Sarah Palin is Gov. Sarah Palin and should be addressed as such.

I miss Tim Russert. Although he was a democrat, he was fair. What is happening to our country? What is happening to our national news? Char Schultz

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ron painter — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:29:48 GMT

Brain,
I received the info below from a "Banker" friend and we talked about the current "bailout"..these laws are what got us into this mess... and how they were applied by wall stree.

It would be a "good" thing if you report the facts.

Written by Jerry Teasley of Pine Mountain, GA former Banker

Most of my friends know, I have tried to stop thinking, but I can't help it
in the wake of all the recent economic news.

My banking career started in 1970 and ended in 1993, but I still keep close
ties to the industry. During my banking years I did learn one or two things
along the way. The problem with our economy today is from a liberal
thinking congress, senators, and presidents, as well as greed and
dishonesty. When you put these together it spells disaster in any area of
our life.

Ask any banker (just walk in and ask one that has been there for 15 or 20
years) and they will tell you these are the FACTS:

* Under Jimmy Carter we received the Community Reinvestment act. This
law says banks have to make loans in low income areas and it has forced many
lending institutions to seek to make loans to people in areas that lenders
would not normally go because of the risk and low property values. (Sub
Prime Loans). This was in 1977. In 1980 president Carter and a Democratic
controlled congress passed the Depository Institutions Deregulation and
Monetary Control Act-- The law also removed the power of the Federal Reserve
Board of Governors under the Glass-Steagall Act and Regulation to set the interest rates of
savings accounts. A Sad fact is we are all still feeling the effects of his
policies and decisions 30 years later.
<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glass-Steagall_Act
<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Regulation_Q

* Then in 1995, Bill Clinton, (in between interns) made changes to the
Community Reinvestment Act, that forced an increase in the number of loans

to these people and the aggregate dollar amounts loaned.-- Larger loans to
people with less income in areas where the collateral value would go down
instead of up. (Clinton should have had his mind on the long range effects
of this instead of Monica and a good cigar.) This was in response to
pressure from "community organizer." Can you think of a former Community
organizer running for president? Hint - he's a Democrat

* In 1999 Mr. Clinton signed to repeal the Glass-Steagall act which
had protected taxpayers since the Great Depression.

* In 2003 President Bush tried to propose a change in regulatory
control over Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae and place both companies under the
control of the Department of the Treasury, but was voted down by the liberal
democrats led by Barney Frank. Remember the name Barney Frank, he is one of
Obama's top two economic advisors the other is Jim Johnson who

was the head of Freddie Mac and walked away with $24,000,000.

ain

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George — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:33:16 GMT

To whom it may concern,

My wife and I lost our jobs in April 08, We worked in the housing market (she was the bookkeeper and I was the distributor). She was lucky and found a job in the first two weeks. I wasn’t so lucky. I am still unemployed and still looking and my unemployment is fixing to run out.
I am really concerned and frustrated about how things are going in our economy.

I tried to read the bailout bill and make some kind of since out of it. And try and understand what OUR congress is voting for. Some things caught my eye, Like, a tax break for Puerto Rico Rum and a tax break for Motor sports tracks? What is up with that?
I don’t see where that is going to help me financially or help me get a job and I personally think congress has lost there mind.
There has got to be another way to fix our economy than what they are trying to do now.

I wish you could have someone on your show that could EXPLAIN the IMPORTANT Bills that go through congress, So NORMAL people like myself could understand what exactly they are doing with our tax money.

Thank you for your time and support.

Sincerely,
George
Daytona Beach, Florida

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Lu Thulstrup Eugene, OR — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:35:13 GMT

Hi Brian,

Thanks for the piece on the Chicago Cubs. I was hoping that NBC would cover the Cubs and all things Wrigley. As other ball parks fall by the wayside, Wrigley Field still stands. Our fans are the best. The team and the manager have a special connection with the city and those who live elsewhere but still love their Cubbies. Go Cubs!

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Mary, North Palm Beach, Florida — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:55:16 GMT

Can people from Florida comment on the lies you tell on the evening news about how we are trying to stop run away taxes for social services? Local taxes are held down by state law not economy disaster. We want our police and firemen and teachers to have raises but we have so many criminals entering this state illegally and no help from the federal government dealing with the costs of crimes and social services. I guess if I complain about how Sarah Palin may talk or look this will get posted. People from Florida are used to those that talk different and look different so I have no comment on her except I hear what Sarah Palin says but it makes no sense to me as a mom and peaceful person. Why not drop taxes on oil and gas that is so important to our economy and raise taxes on credit card and luxury item commercials, and raise taxes on cigarette, alcohol, weapons and gambling industry?

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jerry sawchuk, berkley.mi — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 16:21:25 GMT

Brian, I am waiting to hear your commentary on GE and BUFFETS infusion of money he put up to buy prefered stocks. We know that he's looking forward to the government bailout of all bad mortgages(not the good ones) that is going to net his company a lot of dollars in the next 12 to 18 months. Smart move.
I'm hoping you , as a major news anchor and orator that you will comment on NIGHTLY NEWS about NBC because of ge's ceo that you have followed in his path and lean very much to the left almost to the point of being vindictive of on side and not the other. Inform the people of who your ceo is and what ex'ceos from fannie mae and freddie mac are and how much money they made before the collapses or failures of all these companies. These are the same people that caused the problem and know along with the lobyists on the other side walk free without anyone knowing anything about these people. Those who have will surfice , those that don't will pay in the end.
Brian, don't lean too far to the left that you wind up in canada.

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Flyoverman, Flyover Country, USA — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 16:48:29 GMT

I thought going to Hanoi to get the "Full Story" on John McCain's alledged toture was a new low for professionalism. You want to sit down with a WAR CRIMINAL and ask him to describe his crimes. I am SURE he's going into great detail about all of the pain, suffering and in two documented cases DEATHS of Americans by torture that he participated in during the commission of his war crimes.

Don't read the 1976 masterpiece, POW: The American Prisoner of War Experience in Vietnam. Oh no, that could be a conservative who wrote that 32 years ago knowing McCain would someday be running for office. Don't believe the other POW's. Ask the enemy, because they are more trustworthy than former officers who might be sympathetic to a Republican. Jouranlism is DEAD.

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Ann, Madison, WI — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 18:55:27 GMT

I honestly can not believe these politicians. Not that I ever could. They didn't vote because of their "compassion" for the little people. Yet the new plan is sooooo much better??? Look at all the expensive unrelated pork that was added! What are they drinking in that Washington water? $6 million for the makers of kids' wooden arrows, $192 million for the rum producers of Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands, $128 million for car racing tracks, $33 million for corporations operating in American Samoa, and $10 million for small film and television productions. Are they serious???? Maybe they should quit drinking all that rum they are funding.

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Beth Brough, Shepherdstown, WV — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:00:06 GMT

Brian,

Below I have listed a series of articles from Investors Business Daily. Why is none of this information presented in major media? Please have it investigated. I know there are factual events here because, as a realtor, I lived them. It seems to me that the bail-out is not just a Wall Street issue or a Bush administration issue, as the public has been led to believe. It is a much more pervasive national tragedy.

Thank you for your kind attention.

Investors Business Daily Series:

9/19/08 Congress Lies Low To Avoid Bailout Blame
9/23/08 ‘Crony’ Capitalism Is Root Cause Of Fannie And Freddie Troubles
9/24/08 Good Intentions Paved The Road To Subprime-Stoked Meltdown
9/25/08 How A Clinton-Era Rule Rewrite Made Subprime Crisis Inevitable
9/26/08 Congress Pushed Fannie, Freddie In Wrong Direction During 1990s
9/29/08 Saddest Thing About This Mess: Congress Had Chance To Stop It
9/29/08 House Republicans Want Street To Buy Insurance

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Jeff Chazy New York — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:34:18 GMT

I just want to say my peace. This Bailout is an affront to every tax paying american. It says big bussiness and big money rule this nation not the people. This is a reward for failure and incompitance, I personally will not vote for any of my elected officals that have or will vote for this plan. If you want to help solve the problem go to the sorce of the problem, dont add fuel to the fire.

If throwing money at the problem is going to work throw it at the people, they will use it to pay back those bad mortages, and payoff credit cards. Force the banks and lender to refinance the "BAD" mortgages to lower the payments. This is more likly to solve the problem.
Giving more money to people who have already mismanaged Billions maybe even trillions of dollars is just assinine.

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Sandi Daytona, FL — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:50:14 GMT

How can I write to Brian Williams direct? Who decides on the moderator of debates? gwen of PBS who also wrote a book on Obama is moderator tonight which this is a very bad deal for Mrs. Palin. I shouldn't even ask because politics are crooked right down to the Debates. Many of us are stunned, again..we know Gwen is not the right person for modeator..even another Democrat would be better..but not Gwen. She will be very hard on Palin on purpose in her "nice" sneaky way. Anyone else would have been much fairer!

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Bill Henderson, Dallas, Texas — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 22:20:44 GMT

Your program has always been the only news program for me >>>> How about getting on the fair and square with the candidates regardless of your personal choices? Report world news and show video of the news we all know what you look like. The local stations read the news papers and weather reports, I expect much more from you.!!!!!!

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Dave Nichols, Naples, FL — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 23:31:58 GMT

Sometimes...I mean most of the time...I mean all of the time there is an unbelievable criticism for anything that has to do with the Republican Party during this election period. I have been a viewer of your programe for many years and cannot get over the bias in your reporting. This is not just NBC. It has become rampant and it has become ugly. I see that is the persuasion of the network but why is there not more equal and fair reporting and objective comments? I like to watch FOX and I enjoy watching NBC, however, I cannot get (what I feel) is equal coverage from NBC, CNN, ABC and I get tired of unprofessional sly comments. Believe me, I am not alone. Every station does some of this but you seem to excell at this type of reporting. Why not be equal to all and enthusiastic about the event and not overly critical about the people. EQUAL reporting. That is your profession. Who are you actually voting for? I wonder how many of the workers and reporters at your network just do what they are told and say to themselves at night..what did I really do and then saying to themselves I may be selling my sole as most corporate people do for their own job security. That is no secret. Who is this Obama? It is very scary to look at his past and present and past accociates. Stop the unnecessary comments.You may think you are professional but you are just a tool. Have a good nights sleep.

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Abbie R. Rogers — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:30:36 GMT

Brian, why did you not report the conflict of interest of Moderator Gwen Ifill? Because she has a financial interest in Obama/Biden with her book she should have precluded herself as moderator. If this had been on the McCain/Palin side the news reporters would have been all over it.I thought the news was to be reported fairly without bias. Yet have been RUDE, UGLY, AND UNKIND TO PALIN IN EVERYWAY. THIS MAY COME BACK TO HAUNT THOSE THAT DID SO.

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Greg Brown, Fairbanks Alaska — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:03:02 GMT

Did you know that Sarah palin husband is an Eskimo and that she has not done anything for the Indigenious people of Alaska, what does that tell you?

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Ann, Elizabethtown, NC — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 05:12:07 GMT

Dear Brian,
I looked at the debate and I thougth that Sarah Palin,talk about Obama,talking the talk,what does she think she was doing.Only talking the talk because she avoided answering question that was put before her that she didn't want to answer. And it's truly amazing to me, that she can get up on national tv, and act as if she's all this and the American people need to understand, that God, forbid if something happen, which I hope it doesn't happen to John McCain she would have it made because she could get her family to help her run the country. It's not about a pretty face and a bunch of chewed up words, or a smitten hair style or shooting a buffalo, or how many sixpack you can put down, it's about the people and what's best for them and their families. She say's she understand about the women sitting around their kitchen table, wondering where their next meal or health insurance, or mortage is coming from but I wonder does she really feel our pain?. I know that Obama and Joe is the real deal. And to leave you with a little something Brian, a teacher in Elmira, New York, who is a McCain's Supporter, asked her 4th, grade class "How many of you are McCain Fans?. Not really knowing what a McCain Fan is but wanting to be liked by the teacher, all the kids raised their hands, except for little Johnny. The teacher asked little Johnny why he decided to be different. Little Johnny, said ,"Because I'm not a McCain Fan. The teacher asked him why aren't you a McCain Fan." Johnny said, "Because I'm a Democrat. The Teacher asked him why he's a Democrat, little Johnny, answered "Well my mom's a Democrat and my dad's a Democrat, so I'm a Demorcrat. Annoyed by this answer, the teacher asked, "if your mom was a moron and your dad was an idiot, what would that make you?. With a big smile, little Johnny replied, "That would make me a McCain Fan." So even children can tell you something and God, said and the little children shall lead thee.

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Roger Parsons, San Antonio, Texas — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:05:26 GMT

i was unpleasantly surprised at the "pork" in the bailout bill. money for: racecar track owners? wool research? and the biggest whopper of them all--rum producers off the coast? Could you please identify the politicians by name that got these measures added to the bill? Now THAT would be some real news we could use!

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H.W. Henderson — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 21:45:38 GMT

How about reporting on the 1999 story about the expected failure of Fannie Mae and the over all loan scam in progress.

Stress the ""PORK"" scam items that have been added to the "BAIL OUT" bill. That is outright "THEFT" of tax payers money.

Have a nice day

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Tracey Higley Salt Lake City, Utah — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 22:28:34 GMT

Why is so difficult for the main stream media to tell the truth about Obama? He is running for the highest office in the land and he won't even honor the flag nor the National Anthem. Why can't you tell the truth, he is going to creat problems after he is in office and then the people will wonder how we were destroyed from within.

OUR FLAG (That stands for freedom, liberty and the pursuit for happiness)

From Sunday's Televised "Meet the Press" Senator Obama was asked about his stance on the American Flag.

Sun, 07 Sept. 2008 11:48:04 EST, General Bill Ginn' USAF (ret.) asked Obama to explain why he doesn't' follow protocol when the National Anthem is played.

The General also stated to the Senator that according to the United States Code, Title 36, Chapter 10, Sec. 171... During rendition of the national anthem when the flag is displayed, all present except those in uniform are expected to
stand at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. At the very least, "Stand and Face It"

Senator Obama Live on Sunday states, "As I've said about the flag pin, I don't want to be perceived as taking sides, Obama said. 'There are a lot of people in the world to whom the American flag is a symbol of oppression. And the anthem itself conveys a war-like message. You know, the bombs bursting in air and all It should be swapped for something less parochial and less bellicose. I like the song 'I'd Like
To Teach the World To Sing.' If that were our anthem, then I might salute it. "We should consider to reinvent our National Anthem as well as to redesign our Flag to better offer our enemies hope and love.

My wife disrespects the Flag for many personal reasons.
Together she and I have attended several flag burning ceremonies in the past, many years ago. She has her
views and I have mine".

WHAAAAAAAT !!!

Yes, ladies and gentlemen, you heard it right. This could possibly be our next President. I, for one, am speechless.

Hello?

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jessica — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 05:15:09 GMT

Pay attention people!Some of our constitution is at stake! Am I the only one that has picked up on that during this debate?

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Jerry, Rochester, NY — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 01:24:27 GMT

You can search the archives of the legislature
of the State of Illinois, of the House of
Representatives and of the Senate of the United
States, and you won't find so much as the
fingerprint of a Barack Obama, anywhere. There
is nothing more substantial than the stencil
on an office door or an easily forged signature
on a mortgage or a pay check to show that a
Barack Obama ever lived or worked in any of
those locations. In the entire twenty year
political career of this Barack Obama, there
isn't a project, an initiative, a program, a
bill, not even a Bridge to Nowhere; nothing
so much as a city ordinance that was authored
by any Barack Obama. It's as if this Barack Obama
never really existed, at all. Unless..

This "Barack Obama" candidate is a character, and
his life is a plot line fabricated out of whole
cloth by Spike Lee; an actor hired from Central
Casting, directed and coached by Harpo Productions
and scripted by Oprah Winfrey and Bill Gates.
This Barack Obama is just a conglomeration of
video shot by Harpo Productions, and CGI
programmed by Microsoft, in a hostile bid by
Oprah Winfrey and Bill Gates to overthrow the
government of the United States of America.

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audrey wagner, trinity, fl. — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 18:15:43 GMT

Why has the Nancy Pelosi & Barney Franks video from SNL been pulled ? But the one of Sarah Palin is still running, & I'am sure you are even playing it on you newscast. It must be because you know it's true, and you have to stop all truth about Barack Obama & the rest of the democrats ? There is no truth in journalizm anymore, if it can hurt your side. Lies are quite exceptable though for the Repbulicans, especialy for the President !! Please do a story on Liberalizm, and what it has done for this counrty, and it's citizens in the last 20years. Tell us how we are better off, is this what you really believe, or is it the only way you, and many others can keep your jobs ? Will you tell the truth about the morgage mess, and who pushed for the loans to people who could not afford them ? Will you dig into Dodd's & Franks dealing ? Will you trace their trail, starting with Bill clinton changing the rules in the 1990's ?
Can you be an objective reporter, do you have that honesty in you anymore ? I pray you do, what kind of a world are you helping to leave our children ? Do they not deserve the truth of what happened in their country ? Do they not deserve your help to get the real facts out there for them ?

Audrey, Trinity Fl.

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Virginia Hixon Corbitt — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 19:02:23 GMT

Has anyone noticed that Mr. Obama seemed insincere and shaloow in his "thank you' to Navy serviceman Terry Shirey on the Town Hall Debate in Nashville last night? Why hasn't the media gotten on that like they did Mr. McCain saying "that one"?

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L DeWitt — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:39:39 GMT

I really liked you when you took over the news from Tom Brokaw, but you and NBC News are SO BIASED, I no longer can watch your show or any other news media. How much is the OBAMA campaign paying you guys to look the other way about all of his questionable dealings since his BIRTH!!! He refuses to produce his birth certificate, I believe because he was not born in the USA. He is involved with ACORN and shoud be prosecuted just like the rest of them. Shame on you, a small city boy originally from downstate NY. I guess Elmira is a Democratic city anyway. I grew up near there also and left becasue the area was so poor and still is, will never change as long as Democrat's rule the city and country and if Obama get's elected it will be the WORLD. Don't you want your children and grandchildren to live in a free society? like we have up until now??

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Cryin Shame, Lk Charles, La. — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 03:03:32 GMT

Why isnt the segment on Obamas answer to Ret.USAF Gen Ginn's question about saluting the flag NOT AVAILABLE? on this website???? Because this site doesnt want people to find out about it???? I think it stinks! A President that WONT SALUTE our flag????? what the heck is this world coming to???????

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Jacquie Warnick, Riverton, UT — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 05:52:26 GMT

I have tried to find the transcript of the call to Obama his stand on the National Anthem. There was a comment which referred to this happening on September 7, 2008 stating that General Ginn asked Obama to explain. The explanation was frightening, I want to see if that was actually what Obama said. I have seen several references to the call but can not find the actual transcript. Why is it not here for us to read it for ourselves?

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A. Tyree — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:45:25 GMT

I too would like to know if Senator Obama really said those things about our flag and national anthem. Why are we being ignored?

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P.Dixon Springfield,Ohio — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:49:20 GMT

Jacquie Warnick this is a hoax and has been going around since early as April of this year. You can check About.com and snopes .com. I found this by going to Google and typing in Gen Bill Ginn (with the + )and Obama and it will bring up these sites.

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Cheryl Long, Downey, CA — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 03:42:01 GMT

I agree with the lady from Riverton, Utah. I, too, came to the Meet The Press website to track down the validity of the Obama/Bill Ginn piece. I couldn't find it. It should be on the website, wouldn't you think? I can't imagine America having a President who cannot salute the Flag.

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TIM LUCKEY HUMBOLDT, TENNESSEE — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 04:21:00 GMT

Is the comment true about Obama and what he said when General Bill Ginn ask him about the AMERICAN FLAG on 9/7/2008 as quoted by TRACEY HIGLEY from Salt Lake City.

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J.P., Salt Lake City, UT — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 04:23:01 GMT

I have also been looking for this transcript where General Bill Ginn asked Obama why he doesn't follow protocol for the national anthem and also to saluting the flag. I can find everything else that was said on 07 Sept 2008, but not that. I've received an email stating Obama's response, but I would like to see it for myself. Who can we trust if the truth is sifted through and pulled from the news if it is incriminating to the party of "choice"?

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Ed Ebert Vancouver WA — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 05:11:22 GMT

Post the comments Obama made about the flag. This is censorship of the worst kind. Whether you deem it newsworthy or not. I received an e-mail that is being circulated to let people know what Obama said, I came to your web page to be able to authenticate it. Why would you not post the comments made; unless you are trying to manipulate public opinion?

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Tom Klos, Anaheim, CA — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:00:39 GMT

I have seen a few posts on this blog about not finding the transcript or video of the Gen Bill Ginn and Obama Flag and National Anthem comments. Wanting to prove that it is a Hoax and that a National Figure would not be so anti-American, I came to your site to see if it is true. If it is not true I can see there being no transcripts available, but with all the inquiries you would think of posting a reponse saying that this information is a Hoax or if it is not posting the transcript. Isn't Freedom of the Press the right for you to report the News as it is not filter and censor it? I eagerly await a response!

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Tom Klos, Anaheim, CA — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:09:59 GMT

Have done a little more research on the Obama/Anthem/Flag issue. According to Snopes.com this is false event. It appears that a columnist in Arizon wrote some satire based on the photograph of Obama standing but not placing his hand over his heart during the Pledge of Allegiance (of it own this is not good). Some took the satire as true and ran with it on the internet. It would have been nice to see a link to this or a response from Meet the Press or MSNBC on their site. Especially for a Candidate they so thouroughly endorse.

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Paul Michelsohn Jr. — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:45:39 GMT

I as many have tried to find the piece on General Bill Ginn when he asked the question about the American Flag could you please tell me why I can not find the transcript of the article. Question is this true or false?

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lhbelagabaltimoremd — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 19:02:48 GMT

why not acceptable?

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C. Wise, Oregon — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 20:54:01 GMT

Here is a photo for you all. Google "Obama's flag", and the 2nd one down is ... Obama’s Flag Issues | Y.A.C.R.W.B and check out the picture.

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Jack Overstreet, Ft. Worth, TX — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 22:38:52 GMT

I got the email also and would like to know how true it is. I think this deserves some attention.

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Sarah, Menifee, Ca. — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 23:25:44 GMT

I recieved and email today that stated all of the information that Tracey Higley Salt Lake City, Utah posted (The interview with General Bill Ginn where Obama states that he and his wife had burned flags). Not wanting to pass around anything that was not true, I tried (for an hour) to find the segment on Meet the Press that would confirm the information (I did not doubt that it was true). I am very dissapointed that the interview is not available to be seen. All information should be avaliable even if it would huurt the canidate that the network seems to be supporting. If any one knows who to contact to get the interview re-posted would you please let everyone know

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dewey taylor, chatsworth, GA — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:03:13 GMT

For those of you that want to see the printed words of Obama regardng the US Flag - google " morristown, TN - Bill Ginn" General see Obama's stance on the US Flag.

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dewey taylor, chatsworth, GA — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:16:44 GMT

I have the transcript of Obama's response to Gen Bill Ginn's question regarding the flag of the United States. If people read it Obama will not get elected
google- bill Ginn, morristown,tn you might find the transcript
I tried posting it and NOW I can not find it !!!!

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Rocella Rodgers, McHenry Il — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:45:28 GMT

I visited the site to validate the Ginn/Obama question and response as well. I am appauled it is not available. One of the reasons the media in general is loosing credibility. The thought of someone being elected as President of the United States of America being a so disrespectful...if indeed these statements are accurate, this is a deal changer.

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Barb4ever, Tustin, CA — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:19:48 GMT

I do not understand why you are not posting the comments made by Obama on the Sept. 7 interview with General Bill Ginn. Why would you want to "pick and choose" what the public should know? This infers that you are biased and want to hide something. Something that you don't want the public to know? Don't Americans have the right to know EXACTLY what Obama said? Doesn't it give us insight to what he is really like? Since he is running for the highest office in our county, it would be nice to know what we can really expect.
Do the honest thing and post the transcript like you do all the rest!

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Maxine Jean Poole, Houston TX — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:18:20 GMT

There isn't a transcript because this was never aired on Meet the Press. This writing was taken from part of a satirical bit at the end of a "Semi-News" column by John Semmens (The Arizona Conservative website) back in October of 2007. The satire came off as too believable causing Obama's campaign to provide evidence to negate. The email has resurfaced again this time using a September 7 2008 segement of "Meet the Press" w/ Gen. Bill Ginn, USAF (ret) and Sen. Obama. You'll note they were not guests for that date. By no means do I support Obama but I do support making my decisions about a canidate based on the facts and sometimes that takes some research.

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Steve Canyon, Eagan, MN — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:37:16 GMT

As much as I do not support Obama and his bid for President, this one is false. You can look on SNOPES for yourself, or if NBC lets me post it here, you'll see that what is going around the internet about this interview or Q&A session is not true. See this link: http://www.snopes.com/politics/obama/stance.asp I received this email today also. Unfortunately it is another internet rumor!!

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Liz Allen Bryan Texas — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 01:32:33 GMT

why haven't you posted the interview with General Bill Ginn-- and Obama---there's an e-mail going around and i for one would like to know if it's true or not--you have a responsibility to this country to let the people know the truth what kind of man Obama really is. I'd be willing to bet anything if it were McCain who said it---it would be all over the news----step up to the plate and post the interview so we can know the truth.

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George Chappell, LeRoy, Mn — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 13:36:35 GMT

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C. Eliison, Rock Port, Mo. — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:36:01 GMT

Meet the Press on Sept. 7th was Joe Biden not Barack Obama and these are lies and what we in america have always been against propaganda!! sounds like Tokoyo Rose all over again. Dont forget people are not stupid just go on Meet the Press and see the FACTS!! on line for yourself..What idiots, and I am not even voting for Obama!! I am for Mccain but this kind of posting is ridiculous!!!

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Jeff Lynn — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 09:55:25 GMT

Please give us an answer, was Obama questioned by Gen. Bill Ginn USAF Ret. on Meet the Press.

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iam knot stoopid — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 17:56:27 GMT

This is ridiculous. I can't stand obama and am terrifed that he will win as it seems all of his detractors are as gullible as the election is close...

Just click on the name of tracy higley at the bottom of the original hocus pocus comment on this site that started all this nonsense. you get a multi level get rich quick website... these comment features should be eliminated. you people would then be forced to exert yourself a little more to declare to the whole world just how gullible you really are. put the same effort into actual self-education about why he is a terrifying choice to lead this nation, and not the fabricated full of holes nonsense you can quote by heart, repeatedly forward all over the planet ad nauseum, and probably dream about in your sleep... or you will have a real nightmare in a couple weeks....

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T. Brady, Satellite Beach, Fl — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 12:28:05 GMT

Well I went and Googled: Gen Bill Ginn+Obama and snopes indicates the statement is FALSE, as it was last updated 10 Oct 08. I don't believe it, there those out there that don't want the truth to be known. If people think they have it bad now just wait til Mr. Obama moves in. Hasn't anybody been paying attention out there. So much is being removed: this interview, ACORN laptops mysteriously disappearing, what's next? God help us please, oh wait he was removed from our daily lives by the Democrats. At least there are still those who still belive in him.

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Jane Doe Anywhere America — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:34:09 GMT

I am also looking for the info on the obama nd general ginn discussion. I would love tto read this for myself and find out the facts. Why is this not posted?

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Kieth Siebert, Quincy, Washington — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:56:37 GMT

If Sen. Obama did make those comments on YOUR network, post them. The media is supposed to be fair and unbiased. Well that is the garbage I keep hearing anyway. See below.

From Sunday's Televised 'Meet the Press' Senator Obama was asked about his stance on the American Flag. Obama Explains National Anthem Stance Sun, 07 Sept. 2008 11:48:04 EST, General Bill Ginn' USAF (ret.) asked Obama to explain why he doesn't follow protocol when the National Anthem is played.

The General also stated to the Senator that according to the United States Code, Title 36, Chapter 10, Sec. 171... During rendition of the national anthem when the flag is displayed, all present except those in uniform are expected to stand at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. At the very least, 'Stand and Face It'
Senator Obama Live on Sunday states, 'As I've said about the flag pin, I don't want to be perceived as taking sides, Obama said. 'There are a lot of people in the world to whom the American flag is a symbol of oppression. And the anthem itself conveys a war-like message. You know, the bombs bursting in air and all. It should be swapped for something less parochial and less bellicose. I like the song 'I'd Like To Teach the World To Sing.' If that were our anthem, then I might salute it.
'We should consider to reinvent our National Anthem as well as to redesign our Flag to better offer our enemies hope and love. My wife disrespects the Flag for many personal reasons. Together she and I have attended several flag burning ceremonies in the past, many years ago. She has her views and I have mine'.

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john doe, seattle, wash — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 15:52:10 GMT

gee brian and msnbc, I clicked on the link to see what obama had to say about the american flag and guess what its not there. instead i got this link. I searched your site for the info and can't find anything. hmmmm I wonder why, is it because it reflects how antiamerican he and his family are? You don't want the americans to see this do you? this is a little bit from that piece that you have deleted from you website. Perhaps there are SOME out there who are beginning to get 'the picture'. The following is a narrative taken from Sunday Morning's televised 'Meet The Press'. and the author is employed by none other than the Washington Post!! Yeah......the Washington Post of New York and Los Angeles Times fame!! Must say that I'm dually impressed..................
From Sunday's Televised 'Meet the Press' Senator Obama was asked about his stance on the American Flag. Obama Explains National Anthem Stance

Sun, 07 Sept. 2008 11:48:04 EST, General Bill Ginn' USAF (ret.) asked Obama to explain why he doesn't follow protocol when the National Anthem is played.

The General also stated to the Senator that according to the United States Code, Title 36, Chapter 10, Sec. 171... During rendition of the national anthem when the flag is displayed, all present except those in uniform are expected to stand at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. At the very least, 'Stand and Face It'

Senator Obama Live on Sunday states, 'As I've said about the flag pin, I don't want to be perceived as taking sides, Obama said. 'There are a lot of people in the world to whom the American flag is a symbol of oppression. And the anthem itself conveys a war-like message. You know, the bombs bursting in air and all. It should be swapped for something less parochial and less bellicose. I like the song 'I'd Like To Teach the World To Sing.' If that were our anthem, then I might salute it.'We should consider to reinvent our National Anthem as well as to redesign our Flag to better offer our enemies hope and love. It's my intention, if elected, to disarm America to the level of acceptance to our Middle East Brethren. If we as a Nation of warring people, should conduct ourselves as the nations of Islam, whereas peace prevails. Perhaps a state or period of mutual concord between our governments. When I become President, I will seek a pact or agreement to end hostilities between those who have been at war or in a state of enmity, and a freedom from disquieting oppressive thoughts. We as a Nation have placed upon the nations of Islam an unfair injustice. My wife disrespects the Flag for many personal reasons. Together she and I have attended several flag burning ceremonies in the past, many years ago. She has her views and I have mine'. Of course now, I have found myself about to become the President of the United States and I have put aside my hatred. I will use my power to bring CHANGE to this Nation, and offer the people a new path of hope. My wife and I look forward to becoming our Country's First Family. Indeed, CHANGE is about to overwhelm the United States of America.

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pd raleigh, nc. — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:25:57 GMT

I TOO WANT TO SEE TRANSCRIPT OF THE OBAMA/GINN CONVERSATION. I SUPPOSE THAT SARAH PALINS NORMAL LIFE IS MORE IMPORTANT TO FIND FAULTS THAN OBAMAS ANTI-AMERICAN VIEWS. WAKE UP AMERICA AND LOOK AT WHO YOU ARE VOTING FOR! ALSO I THINK THE MEDIA SHOULD BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR THE SITUATION THIS COUNTRY IS IN RIGHT NOW!

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Cory Seem — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 19:19:26 GMT

I am also looking for the response from Obama on the national anthem! I recieved the same email and would like to confirm it's accuracy. Why would you have transcripts to everything else that was said but not that?

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JW, Birmingham MI — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 20:31:22 GMT

Will you be answering any of the above re: Obama and the Flag/National Anthem?

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Dana M Hammond In — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 03:52:38 GMT

i too am looking for this transcript from this ridiculous email i received. once again its someone poisoning American minds.

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Sandra Holt, Maryland — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 14:44:46 GMT

Where can I find the Obama response to General Bill Gin's question regarding Obama's stance on the American Flag and why he does not follow protocol when the National Anthem is played?

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Erik Wilcoxson, Gretna, NE — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 16:10:13 GMT

You need to produce the transcripts on the comments made by Borack Hussein Obama. I understand that the media and yourself, love him but we want the truth and deserve it before voting day. Why don't you try to use common sense when addressing us instead of your own political views. America needs to get back to their roots of God and country. God being the most important. This is how our country was founded. It has taken our lawyers and media to tear this down. I hope God has mercy on your soul.

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A. Thompson, Arlington, VA — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:27:47 GMT

Re: Obama response to General Bill Gin's Question

See http://www.snopes.com/politics/obama/stance.asp

Come on people! The country is fighting two wars, going broke, addicted to foreign oil, no manufacturing base and we’re worrying about another stupid distraction! Let's bring back the Republicans for four more years! Maybe we can start a war against Iran and Pakistan, too! I guess we get the democracy that we deserve. Maybe Erik's god will save us!

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Velma Merritt, Dewey OK — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 01:35:30 GMT

Please do research and secure Obama's birth certificate and health records.

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E.J.N. Grand Rapids, Michigan — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 05:11:33 GMT

Brian, I have always watched NBC until a while back when NBC, MSNBC, ABC, CBS, CNN, all started giving biased news reports. Any thing bad they can dig up about McCain/Palin and nothing about the Messiah Obama.The media is in the tank for Obama/Biden, it is so obvious it's sickening. If you want fair and balanced news coverage you need to watch Fox, they tell both sides and give equal time. That's why they are first in the ratings. Doesn't that tell you liberals something? By the way, I'm independent and have voted Dem and Repub. and I usually vote a split ticket. Fair and balanced. I used to think you were a nice guy, but not any more. You as a journalist should be unbiased and tell both sides. Get with it.

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Tammy - Chattanooga Tn — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 13:43:03 GMT

I too have been looking for this transcript with General Bill Ginn and Obama??? Why is it not published?? Is someone wanting to keep the public from seeing or hearing about it? I am a 44 year old woman with a 24 year old daughter and a 3 yr old grand child. I care about the future of my family...I want ALL the facts!

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E.J.N. — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 16:39:39 GMT

what happened to my comment on this blog. I didn't swear or say anything wrong, was just giving my opinion on Brian Williams and Nbc bias reporting and that I will not be watching their biased programs anymore. it was posted on 10/23/2008 in the a.m.

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Nancy Smith — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 22:22:37 GMT

Have Obama back. Ask him the question about his stance on the flag and the national anthem again. Let everyone hear for themselves.

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Bill Alwin, Loomis Ca — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 23:33:11 GMT

Where is the segment with General Bill Ginn asking Senator Obama about refusal to honor the flag? If it has been removed from the archives, it is the worst kind of deceit. This man has no business in this position and the help of the liberal media to cover for him is appalling. If it is not true, then address this issue right on your home page and disspell the rumor. I for one believe it.

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Linda Jones, Jay, Oklahoma — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 01:05:08 GMT

I, like many of you, received the e-mail that refered to Mr. Obama being on Meet The Press Sept. 7, 2008, and making specific statements about the flag, etc., etc. I can't find anything on it -- AND PERHAPS THE REASON IS BECAUSE IT ISN'T TRUE!!! You are all accusing this site of excluding the comments -- but maybe these comments were never said by Obama...just a thought.

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Luke Zmolik — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 17:21:58 GMT

I would like to know if Senator Obama really said those things about our flag and national anthem on September 7th. I am not one to cast judgement until I see the truth? Can you help clarify the truth?

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Kanders, Seattle, Wa — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 17:08:38 GMT

I find it amazing that people make the assumption that the media is attempting to withhold information from us but people won't consider the idea that lies can easily be posted on the internet. Can anybody spell gullible?

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Craig Lawson, Tarpon Springs, Fl. — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 20:50:17 GMT

post the Obama flag burning and terrorist links.Whats up?

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Craig Lawson, Tarpon Springs, Fl. — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 21:20:30 GMT

How is it that Colin Powell thinks that Sarah Palin is to be President.She's running for V.P. and is more qualified than Obama, who is running for President.Maybe he's racist and sexist and doesn't believe a woman can do the job.

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Mar Jo Herron, 9754 Lake Seminole Dr. E., Largo, Fl. 33773 — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 17:14:34 GMT

Was there ever an interview on Meet The Press with Gen. Bill Ginn on 9/07/08 about questioning Obama about the wearing the flag pin and placing his hand over his heart when the National Anthem is played? Where can I verify this?

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M. Mazeski — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 17:17:20 GMT

Are you going to report on the attack upon the Freedom of the Press that has been made by the Obama Campaign in their slapping down and denying any future interviews for Florida's WFTV, because the anchor asked Joe Biden some tough questions? If not why not? Is NBC and the main stream media going to condemn such actions by the Obama Camp? Or are they going to continue to give Obama a free pass? If Obama camp is allowed to get away with this action, be afraid of the future of Freedome of the Press, this kind of control will only continue with an Obama White House. Then we will have a "state run" press. Just like Venezuela.

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Catherine L. Glass — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:15:15 GMT

Does anyone have the transcript from Meet the Press from September 7, 2008 - interview with General Bill Ginn?

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TommyV!, Sarasota, Florida — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 16:32:55 GMT

This Obama flag thing needs verification. Please let us know the truth.The transcript for that date was with Biden. I appreciate you not supporting nobama, but I appreciate the truth more. Please let us know.

TommyV! of Sarasota

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Allen Lee — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 02:29:39 GMT

Where is the interview with General Bill Ginn and Obama????????? What kind of fair news network are you? No wonder Fox news is number one in network news. At least they are fair and balanced. Why are you protecting Obama?

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Art Denney, Augusta, GA — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 19:03:13 GMT

What happened to the archived file of the 07 Sept. 2008 Meet the Press program where Barry Obama denounces the flag and our national anthem?

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Elizabeth Hoffman, Pine Plains, NY — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 19:17:56 GMT

I received an e-mail about the refusal of Barack Obama to salute the flag. I went to the MTP website, and only found references to the Joe Biden interview. So I told my friend to "Check his sources". When I checked further, apparently many people are also wondering where the complete transcipt is.
Nearly two weeks have passed since the original requests to make Obama's actual comments from Sept. 7 available, and they are still not there. Apparently, several people heard it and saw it, but in the interest of the left-leaning political agenda, NBC made it disappear. Amazing!

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Sandy Owens, Tampa, FL — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 01:10:27 GMT

Journalism and the media today have lost their integrity ... and therefore, their credibility. It is OBVIOUS that the mainstream media is trying elect a particular candidate. That isn't the news media's job! So much has been "omitted" in the media about Obama. The call with Gen. Bill Ginn and Obama regarding Obama's seeming lack of respect for the American flag and Pledge of Allegiance is now "mysteriously" missing, too? That in itself is extremely suspicious but par for the course! Shame on you and shame on all the media. What's it like to have sold your soul?

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Gentry, Franklin, Ohio — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 01:40:21 GMT

The Question I have is how in God's Holy name did this man ever become an elected politician If the Meet The Press interveiw is true? Why are we letting this happen?

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David Wagner, Fort Worth, Texas — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 15:43:32 GMT

I smell a huge, smelly rat. This is so simple, if the story is untrue then you could easily stop it by posting the transcript of the program. Forget about snopes and everyone else who refutes it, why can't we get information from the source, you? Your silence speaks volumes, it says to me that the story is indeed true.

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Wesley Kellams SFC Army Retired — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 16:16:10 GMT

The cover up of Obama's statements made on Meet the Press sep 7th has been on the internet for some time and people have requested a transcript of this interview with Gen Ginn USAF retired. As a retired SFC Army, I am concerned with the cover up by your network and news program. It looks to me and others that you are pro Obama and will cover up any anti American remarks made by him. If and when he becomes the President you will see a big back lash on the general media that did not report all the information it had on him. What happened to the Republic our for fathers had created?

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Lois Philman, Brighton, CO — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 05:04:28 GMT

http://politifact.com/truth-o-meter/statements/823/

Here is a site that has one answer, possibly the truth of this circulated email. Not that I trust all that is in print, and certainly not because of Obama, as I am a McCain supporter. But, I really am tired of false accusations on both party lines. Unfortunately, not until "20/20 is hind-sight" and one of the candidates is in office will we all be able to tell where the facts lie. But, by then it will be too late to choose. My urgent request is that all who are Americans participate in our American right to vote and do so on 11/4/08.

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Angela Smith, Murray, KY — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 02:34:49 GMT

It's so obvious that Obama did not say those things. Anyone that ever listened to him speak would know that. People are acting like witch-hunters WAY back in the day, it's 2008 people. Get over it. This is bizzare.

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R LeBlanc, Roosevelt / Utah — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 18:54:16 GMT

You must wonder... if the right of free speech is "Free" at this point in our civilization.

When a "news" network fails to respond; nor even react to ones request's that are, or not valid, it must be believed that the request is has some validaty to it.

With that in mind, what are you hiding?

If, and I say "IF", you were a non-partison reporting agency, the answer's would be forthcoming and detailed in all respects.

But, as I stated previously, your reporting agency has failed to answer the many questions posed through out this site.

So I ask you... What truely are you reporting?

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Leslie- King City, California — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:46:07 GMT

Please...give me a break! If Sen.Obama really did say that it would be ALL over the news (especially the FOX network!). People have been using fear to sell the McCain ticket and I am sick of hearing all of the fabricated fear mongoring lies. If Sen. Obama was this evil doer that some people make him out to be, then how in the world did he ever become a senator? John McCain never said anything about Obama before the election, so was it ok to have this "America Hater" making our laws, but now that he is running for president...now it's a problem??? Give me a break!

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Browne, Savannah, GA — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 18:58:09 GMT

What good is a blog and questions to a site/news organization if there is no response?

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M Mc, Chicago, IL — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:44:21 GMT

Hey B[l]ian Williams, where's your story on Senator Feinstein funneling $25 billion to a company in which her husband's company received a lucrative contract to sell foreclosed homes and which he then proceeded to purchased stock in the company which has gone up 40% in value? Just wondering.

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Karen — Thu, 07 May 2009 13:58:33 GMT

It is now apparent that Sarah Palin has no business in the white house. How can anyone including Craig think she is better qualified than Obama.