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Chris — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 23:08:27 GMT

Thanks...and FYI you have to click "as broadcast."

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Lisa McNeil,Alpharetta,Georgia — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 23:15:55 GMT

Dear Alexandra, I am a loyal viewer of NBC Nightly News and I always post every evening on the Daily Nightly. Also on World Blog. I like the new NBC Nightly News Website and I have experienced no problems with the video. It comes in clear and the picture is great. Thank you for all the great reporting from NBC Nightly News! Mr.Williams and all the correspondents. Especially my favorite correspondent! Thank you and I will keep watching and posting! Peace to all!

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Denise, Murfreesboro Tennessee — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 23:52:38 GMT

I have always watched ABC news and after Peter Jennings died, I went on the search for a new nightly news program. I am now a loyal watcher of Nightly News. It is so refreshing to see a newscaster who actually cares about the people in the stories he reports on for the news. I watched him after the report on the tornados in Wisconsin today, and his face showed exactly what I was feeling when the little girl disolved into tears when asked about the tornado. You have made a fabulous choice in a newscaster and I hope to see him on the air for many years to come.

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Jeremy, Marlboro, NJ — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 01:10:24 GMT

Thank you very much Alex and everyone else who had influence on bringing the Netcast back.

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Ali, Seattle — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 03:19:12 GMT

It's ok. I still don't like how the video auto starts when you log on. I just come to this page to see the Daily nightly blog. I hate that it starts up each time. Hardly good for being at work! :-)

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Elise Potter, Clinton, Washington — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 03:21:46 GMT

Brian, Brian Brian!! I am a loyal watcher of King 5 out of Seattle. To have given Macain ALL THAT TIME on your newscast... bad on you. I know the Dems are in a tight race and there was noone to give the time to yet, but Macain's almost total acceptance speech should not have been dominating your broadcast. A newsbite would have been sufficient. Now You had better give equal time to the Dem winner or both Hil and Bor.

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Anne — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 03:23:26 GMT

Thank you so much for bring the netcast back! Wow, only had to wait one night! For us folks who like to just sit back and listen to Brian as he brings the news straight to us, it was very disheartening to have to scroll down and 'pick' the news we wanted to hear about! I guess it is good to have those options, but until our computer has a remote control, we like it as a netcast! Thanks for listening!

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Jackie Rawlings Riverside California — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 04:04:10 GMT

As usual for me anything new is scary but I'll deal with it.

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JBH, Lausanne, Switzerland — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 05:44:09 GMT

Thank you! I'm an American living in Switzerland and NBC Nightly News is my first morning news each day. I'm glad you have the webcast available again in the original format!

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Elizabeth - Tokyo Japan — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 06:37:47 GMT

I really am not happy with the changes - and what is up with the site freezing and being slower than slow? This has nothing to do with "just getting used to it" - the user interface in horrible. Too much ...much to much in way of navigation.

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Hunter, Starkville, MS — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 07:48:39 GMT

LOVE THE NEW SET UP!!! WAY TO BE INNOVATIVE AND AND ON THE BALL. YOUR SET UP IS GREAT. I'LL ADD SOME MORE CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM LATER AFTER I'VE SPENT MORE TIME ON IT....BUT THIS IS EXCELLENT!!! YOU GUYS ARE AHEAD OF THE REST RIGHT NOW!!

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Matt Harris, Port Washington, NY — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 16:03:31 GMT

I don't come here to watch ads when I click on a video. Why on earth do I have to watch a commercial about Crest White Strips when I'm trying to get the news? Put ads off to the side and make them opt in.

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Dave, Menominee, Michigan — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 17:45:28 GMT

Brian,
Could you investigate how much the so called Iranian gunship 'story' effected the voters in New Hampshire?
If a gunship were saying "you're gonna blow up"....and we didn't respond with precise force in a split second....and coincidentally right before a presidential primary causing the poll numbers to be so far off....don't you think it's worth asking "How did the Iranian gunship threat effect your vote"?

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Mark Holtkamp Cincinnati Ohio — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 17:48:03 GMT

One person's perspective on The recient news about Hillary Clinton showing emotion and tearing up. I am not a Hillary fan, however I think it was the most human and authantic moment of her public life.It gave us a rare snap shot of her heart. Hats off to you Hillary. please forward to Brian Willams. Thank You

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Patty Burke, Baytown, Texas — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 18:01:15 GMT

Politics - People should view all the candidate's history of voting and other contributions to the world and then choose their candidate. It is easy to view the candidate's performance and what they REALLY supported instead of the TV politics.

I am an over 50 female who will not vote for nationality or gender. Just because the candidate is your personal gender or nationality does not mean they support your view.

Please choose your candidate according to their past performance or lack thereof.

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Culver City, CA — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 18:12:38 GMT

I tried to sign up to blog, filled in all the blanks- Kept getting a message saying they needed the information. It was all filled in--all of it. It did not even recognize that I had entered anything

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Judy Spear Pleasant Hope Mo. — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 18:15:13 GMT

the 8th of January Brian Williams spent 15 minutes talking about the politicians and who was going to win etc. He spent only 3 minutes talking about the killer tornadoes in the midwest. I think he has to get his priorities straight. After all the elections are 10 months away. By the way we had 43 confirmed sightings of tornadoes in 15 hours. Spent more time with the public and let the politicians do their own thing.

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Anna Mason, Wanaque, NJ — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 18:44:07 GMT

To Brian Williams
Yeah! Finally an article with no negative inuendos about Hilary Clinton, or her husband (which has gotten so old) Instead you gave wonderful insight as to how we all had how and why she won this primary. Maybe it's time the news stop treating them so badly and let their words speak for themselves and let us voters decide. Oh for the record, I'm a registered republican, but have never agreed with how the media has covered the Clintons. Thou shall not cast a stone!

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Joyeta PA — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 19:48:58 GMT

Yes Bill & Hillary "Fairy Tale We won New Hampshire " Will very soon become their nightmare. For All Black women regardless of culture / ethnicity Insults to Barack is taken personally. I use to adore these too , now the contempt and loathing is like a physical pain + Jon Martin & Bobby gave their lives for Civil rights. & Hillary says all Martin made were " Pretty speeches " & Credit Racist & who may have had if not John Bobby killed with the Civil rights laws / progress. Hell is too good for thses two.

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Joyeta PA — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 19:49:33 GMT

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Tracy, Caversfield UK — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 21:35:25 GMT

I am really pleased to see the netcast back, but is it my imagination or was it not as seamless as the previous version. I used to be able to watch the netcast on my laptop with no stops or stutters - the Tuesday evening broadcast seemed to run for 5-10 seconds and then have to stop for a breather - it didn't seem to cache at all. Did anyone else experience that?

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Chris Kielich — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 22:22:53 GMT

How do I turn on the closed captions for the web video content? I need it to understand the words.

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Antonio, Cadiz, Spain — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 22:27:54 GMT

Thankyou, I am glad netcast is back. Congratulations to everyone who has done the new Nightly News Web, you`ve done an excellent job.

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Terry Ho, Naples, FL — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 23:52:36 GMT

The mean hearted attacks on Hillary Clinton by the media showed the world that the media will do anything to keep a most qualified woman from the presidency.

Her record during her 35 years speaks for itself. Experience is essential to lead the country effectively.

Obama is young, attractive and a great orator with 2 years in Washington. What a frightening thought to have him run our country.... at this time.

Shame on the many "talking heads" who used the power to try to destroy Hillary. They made us sick and propelled us to action. Women need to be respected!

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Christine, Smithfield, RI — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:00:05 GMT

Brian/Tim,

I was so glad to see that you basically owned up to last night's debacle. While I watch both your shows religiously, I was practically yelling at the t.v., I am a huge fan. However, just for the record and for the next time you poll independents...I am 1) a woman, 2) single, 3) under 50, 4) registered as an independent and I am NOT IN ANY WAY SHAPE OR FORM for Obama. I am 100% backing Hillary Clinton. Stop assuming based on certain criteria that everyone is in the same boat. We are not and New Hampshire proved it. Please remember that next week and into the future. We won't know until we know who the nominees in both parties will be. Let's all learn to be a bit more patient and let the process proceed.

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Pauline Orlebeke, Rochester, NY — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:03:20 GMT

I am from Western New York and am not as Hillary fan as she has done nothing for us. Her show of emotion last night reminded me of the old adage a woman can get what she wants by crying. I really don't think Margaret Thatcher or Golda Maier would really cry if things weren't going their way. Do we really thing the leaders of the world are going to be swayed by tears? I'm surprised at NH for falling for such tactics.

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Toni Bloomington, Indiana — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:04:00 GMT

I must say be come away from the nightly news more and more disappointed.
I really don't care what your news studio looks like, either in New York, LA or Nevada. It has no place on a newscast. It is not news. I don't want to hear what the updates to your website. I don't want entertainment news.
I want the real news. As you describe: indepth.
I remember when you did a segment on people who make a difference. It was about a teacher. The main message was to expect more from the students. They will perform to expectations.
How I wish the newscast was similiar. Expect the American people to grasp issues and provide us with more than the a brief touch upon issues. More international news as well. I want to know more about what happens in the world. Challenge me to come away from the news thoughful. Not entertained.

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Jim Young, Danville, IL — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:04:38 GMT

I don't care if Hillary is a woman, if she does or does not have emotion, or what color she is. What scares me is her socialistic values and what she will do if she gets in. She treats her servents badly. If she isn't nice to the people who work for her and guard her life, how could she possibly care about the rest of us.

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Jim Huffman, Ashland, KY — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:07:26 GMT

There was absolutely NO surprise on Hillary's win in NH , with her big loss in Iowa, she had no choice but to pull out the 'tear jerking' as a last resort. The fact that it swayed so many and worked exactly like she wanted is in itself a very sad influencing of so many Americans and puts the emotions of such a person looking to head this country and this world in a control position...is very scary !!!!!!!

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Judy Baker, Bluffton, SC — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:09:31 GMT

It's difficult to believe, but you still don't get it. First the media radically blows predictions and now they obviously can't understand that Hillary's behavior, either bent masculine or feminine has nothing to do with whether she is suited to becoming president. What voters should be looking for is someone who can stand up, with good character and be strong in spite of whatever comes along. Let's have more emphasis on things of importance.

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Karen Bruns, Portage, PA — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:12:23 GMT

Maybe the reason the media picked the wrong winner is because the media was going by the votes of the people instead of the plans of those that build, program and repair the machines that count the votes.

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Lynwood Ouzts, Newport,Pa — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:14:40 GMT

The most beautiful thing about last night's election results was watching Chjris Matthews stutter and stammer through his post-election comments and EATING ALL THAT CROW!

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Jerrie DeRose, Hutchinson, KS — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:21:56 GMT

I disliked the question on likeability asked by the moderator during the New Hampshire Democratic debate, but I liked Barrack Obama's response to Hillary Clinton's when he stated that she was "likeable enough" in a condescending and almost rude tone. She at least stated that yes he was very likeable. I had a high degree of respect for Mr. Obama until that moment and one which was a defining moment for me. I would no longer vote for Mr. Obama, although until that moment I liked his freshness, his youth, and his message of change.

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C.R. Duff West Palm Beach ,Fla. — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:25:25 GMT

I can't believe the voters of New Hampshire fell for Hillarys act.Hillary should have won there because the affluent don't want change they want status quo.Why hasn't anyone questioned her record and brought out the facts about the Black Panthers or her lousey job with health care when her husband was President?

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BB, Grand Rapids MI — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:26:15 GMT

The new site is TOO SLOW. It took way too long for the videos to load and I have high speed internet. I would hate to be on this site using a slower connection or computer.

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Jane, Boca Raton, Florida — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:35:48 GMT

Brian, Tim, Chris, etc.,

Your treatment of John McCain's acceptance speech was disgraceful. Who are you to discredit an American Hero for reading a prepared speech? I am a Democrat but have always respected McCain and his outstanding contribution to this country. Allowing Mike Barnicle to become part of this adds to your lack of creditability. Only Tom Brokaw continues to maintain his reputation as a distinguished journalist as he tried to correct the commentary you presented. Hopefully in the future he will distance himself from the rest of you.

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Helen Jun, St.Louis, MO — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:37:23 GMT

Dear Brian,
We hear daily all the bad news about war and hatred in our world. When you are looking for some GOOD news, why not tell about the good being accomplished by Douglas Johnston President and Founder of the International Center for Religion and Diplomacy. He would be a great Sec. of State after 8 years of work creating a vibrant force for peace. His hands-on experience in the political/military arena coupled with his genius in work on preventive diplomacy has succeeded in making especially Muslim and Christian leaders come to great understanding and nonviolent solutions. Thanks for looking him up.

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Melvin Morford Elwell Michigan — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:38:46 GMT

The primaries seem to go on forever. What I would like to see is a national one day primary and a much shortened political campaign.

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Tony Gerard. New York 10028. — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:39:52 GMT

The Television Media was instrumental in helping Hilary to win NH. All the main networks showed Hilary getting upset and starting to cry without showing her subsequent attack on Barack Obama. When you see the entire clip you begin to question how sincere Hilary's emotions really are.
Luckily for the Clinton campaign - most of the broadcast media is willing to censor that part of her performance which makes the entire episode seem questionable.
Why doesn't the Media ask Senator Clinton about her involvement with Norman Hsu and her husband's pardoning of Mark Rich ? How can she be a change when she is part of the problem and up to her neck in milking this corrupt system ? The Media should provide viewers with the full story not just selected clips. In cutting the full clip of Hilary Clinton and thereby showing her in only a positive light perhaps the media have let viewers down once again.

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Tony Gerard. New York 10028. — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:40:14 GMT

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Julia, Williamsport, Indiana — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:41:05 GMT

Please, please go back to being reporters, people who report the news, not people who try to make the news fit what they think is going to happen.

I am so disgusted with the networks and their smug "reporting"!

Just tell us the facts and let us form our own opinions.

Thanks,
Julia
PS, I used to like Hardball, but Chris Matthew's rants against Hillary Clinton have sure turned me off. I refuse to watch Hardball now.

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Paul Bell, Jacksonville, FL — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:41:59 GMT

As I watched the primary results reported last night, I couldn't help but notice that all of the mainstream media representatives stayed away from mentioning the obvious, Barack Obama failed to win New Hampshire, in spite of polling results showing a 10 point lead, because he is black. I'm a white male who likes to think the country has come a long way in matters of race relations during the past 40 plus years. But we are still asking the question: " Can a black person be elected president?" The fact that the question gets asked at all provides the truth of the issue - the nation has a long way to go until we truly judge candidates based on their intelligence and capabilities to lead and not on the color of their skin or whether they scowl, smile or cry.

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Lynwood Ouzts, Newport, Pa — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:42:22 GMT

I hope that more people (voters) are as astute as Jerrie DeRose of Hutchinson, Kansas to pick up on Obama's condescending remark to Hillary during the debate. The remark opens a window to the real character of him as a man.

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Robert Wilson, Burnt Hills, NY — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:53:54 GMT

Your reporting on the defective chromosome that affects .5% of Autistic children.
How about heavy metals that are found in most of the Autistic children. Why don't we test children for heavy metals instead of of just lead.

Heavy metals found in children 1-5 can be treated with DMSA and Liporic acid and the Autism can be treated.

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Joyce, Baltimore, Maryland — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:02:19 GMT

Brian/Tim:
Meet the Press and The Nightly News with you, Brian Williams,are my TV selections of choice and, they will continue to be so however, please, please do not be flabbergasted, or shocked to understand what took place in New Hampshire. I truly believe the media continues to want to be in the business of "Making the News" rather than reporting it. I believe the voters in New Hampshire was simply being obstinent and "showing you" that they were not going to take "your lead" and vote for Obama simply because the media stated he was to be the winner before any voting took place. Please, please, as a loyal viewer, refrain from saying what "you think" but, report what you know. Give the candidates a chance to make or break their move to the White House. Don't you do it for them.

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Jim Foley — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:12:30 GMT

Though will take some getting used to, I like the new site,but one correction from NH.MSNBC/NBC kept saying that women voters left Obama for Clinton from Iowa to New Hampshire. At the same time, your own information on screen showed the percentage of women voters went from 35-34,esentially ,no change.The real change was women voters left Edwards for Clinton. Your num bers showed it clearly,but you kept referring to Obama losin g support.Don't get too focused on a 2 person race.Just cover the facts .

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Anthony T. Campanell — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:15:33 GMT

Brian, We usually watch your newscast and I am sorry to say most of your reporting is very pro-democratic based,very little time is given to the Republican candidates. This shows many Americans are correct that the media is biased in their reporting, I thought that you would be different.

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Richard Kerr, Ponchatoula, Louisiana — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:20:22 GMT

Brian,
As a loyal veiwer of Nightly News, I was truly dissapointed that there was no mention of the BCS Championship with LSU taking the title. Most interesting was that everyone who attended the game in New Orleans seem to have had a great and safe experience. I know that you have kept us in the back of your mind by doing reports here now and then, but I truly believe you dropped the ball on this one. I understand how important the election is and do appreciate the coverage, but that's not the only game in town.

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George Fahrenkopf, Tampa, Florida — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:24:43 GMT

I wonder how many of your viewers have commented on the the load of prescription drug commercials airing during your program and ALL the other national news programs in your time frame. When I switch to another news channel during your drug commercial I get a similar, or the same, drug commercial. I guess it speaks well for your "numbers" when you can get their budget dollars.

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Julie Hill, Toronto, OH — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:39:28 GMT

We've "Come a Long Way, Baby!!" But, Hillary, take it all the way for us...Women of America...the ball is in your court...

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Jim Foley — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:40:22 GMT

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J. Massive, Elmsford, New York — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:40:53 GMT

I was offended by the "male" view of Hillary and the all too obvious attempt to diminsh a very substantial victory in New Hamphire. It is obvious that Chris Matthews and his co-anchor are befuddled at the Hillary factor. Guys like this as well as the commentators like Carl Bernstein and others will feel comfortable only with a male in the White House. It is about time MSNBC understands that women have a right to the full benefits of the political process and it now time for a woman in the White House. Yes, I am going with my own this election and I truly hope many women will realize that their time has come. I suggest that MSNBC hire co-anchors which better reflect the reality of America. Right now, as I write this, I am listening to Brian Williams interview Barack Obama which has gone on for at least 20 minutes and is free national exposure for a MSNBC's favored Democratic candidate. For shame.

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Judy Tice, Aurora CO — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:40:58 GMT

With all the problems this country has with hungar, homelessness, mental health issues, poor education and little to no health coverage for a vast majority of its people, you have to waste your time on the electronics show in Las Vegas. Things that will change our lives for the better!!! Not even, just more expensive, useless toys for the spoiled young people of this country who have been brainwashed by the media and these businesses into believing that this stuff is important to their ability to lead a good life. Shame on you for supporting these companies who rip us off and not doing anything to educate anyone on not to buy into this useless electronics and a life style way of reach for most of the country. I have young people and have had a difficult time raising them to resist this kind of economic brain washing. My husband is a computer network specialist who participated in the research to create home computers. He comes home to be with his family and not play on these electronics. These are business tools not toys.

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Barbara King, Cleveland,Ohio — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:42:48 GMT

Brian,
Why have all the news media ignored John Edwards and his campaign? You only cover Obama and Clinton. The last I knew Edwards is still running. Thank you.

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SHARON MC FEETERS — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:46:56 GMT

PLEASE PLEASE TELL BRIAN HOW TO PRONOUNCE NEV-AAAA-DA
NOT NEV-AH DA. SOMETIMES HE GETS IT RIGHT, BUT MOSTLY NOT!!

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Peter Reid — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:50:28 GMT

I am a New Hampshire voter and my wife and I spent four hours watching your post-primary analysis. Whereas Brian Williams, Tim Russert, Chuck Todd, Keith Olberman, Pat Buchanan, and Tom Brokaw came across as statesmenlike, Chris Matthews came across as a petulant and vindictive sore loser who was unwilling to accept that the media, pollsters, and pundits had the election all wrong on the Democratic side. Tom Brokaw was right to reprimand him like a child on national TV because he deserved it.

Tonite Chris' explanation for the media and pollsters missing the mark is that NH voters were racially motivated to vote against Obama but were unwilling to admit that to pollsters beforehand. What rubbish! Thousands of people were torn between Obama and Hillary and she won by 3% - thanks to several factors which Chris chooses to ignore including a lot of women voting. He is desperate to save face and this reflects poorly on him. Since he's one of your flagship guys, it's not good for NBC either. The guy needs his wings clipped.

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Jean Byrd (Ms. Jean) Dover, Tennessee — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:55:40 GMT

I am a retired 30 year veteran teacher with advanced degrees and with a true love for children and teaching. Having taught first grade children all the 30 years I can remember shedding many tears when presented with problems of children coming to my class having been beaten, starved, wearing shoes with holes in the soles,having been abandoned by one or both parents,etc. I was considered a very kind,loving, strong person and can have a very personal respect that dear Hillary Clinton showed that a person of her intellect and responsibility could have a soft side that she did not mind showing. As mistreated as she had been been by many of the media males, etc. I should expect that if she had any heart at all it might show through!

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Randy Baker Orlando, FL — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 02:44:57 GMT

Welcome to the future of television. VOD over the Internet. Nice to see you paid attention to the details of design and structure - just wonder if your viewing audience realizes that this is the beginning of what I'm sure historians will call the Internet Video Revolution.
"They say you want a revolution, well you know we all wanna change the world".

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Lila S. More — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 03:07:33 GMT

Please correct Brian Williams pronunciation Of our state!!!!!! It is Nevada with a long A Thank you.

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marlene williams Evansville In — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 03:41:34 GMT

Hi you are doing a debate are you asking the questions?The dem are for young people they keep saying that they want to make it better for them.Well my son is gay he is 19 .What are there veiws on the subject. And how would they make it better for him.and he can vote and a lot of his friends are also gay.I would like them to have the some rights there children have.Like they are always saying.And he has morals and value .He doesn't do drugs or drink.He goes to college .He is a good kid.

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Joyce Whittington Senatobia, MS — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 04:34:12 GMT

I watched and listened to the results from NH but, the only ones I heard about was those in which you have targeted as the front runners. Why can't you talk about Ron Paul and some of the other candidates, Perhaps, it's because you don't want the american people to be well informed about his stands.
Frankly, I'm tired of hearing about Hillary, Obama, and Romney. Please give all the candidates a chance.

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Patty Stirrett Caseville, Michigan — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 04:36:24 GMT

Has everyone but me forgotten about the whitewater scandal and the three gentlemen who are now deceased. How can anyone want Hillary Clinton, who was up to her eyebrows in that mess, as a leader.

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Debra Totton, Yucaipa, CA — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 04:42:45 GMT

I am amazed that this country has historical memory loss. The Clinton family made a mockery of women in the home and at work. I witnessed too many women staying in abusive marriages because of this family. Do you really think the Clinton/Intern debacle helped women in the workplace? Because Hillary did not take a hard stand against her husband's offensive behavior I think it has made it difficult for women when there is a power differential to stand up and do the right thing, which is to demand the offensive behavior to stop. Do we really want such a dysfunctional family back in the white house?

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Bob Shafron — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 06:33:17 GMT

What happened to the Sat and Sun netcasts?

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Bradley J Kurkowski — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 07:04:08 GMT

Thanks for responding so quickly and getting the netcasts back up--for those of us US expats, the internet can often be our only source of US news.

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D.A. Clay, Bremerton, WA — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 07:28:09 GMT

Hello, this message is for Brian Williams about his newscast tonight, and the comments about H. Clinton's moist eyes (she wasn't crying). Jon Stewart had a wonderful send up on Tuesday night's show about the whole thing. His Daily Show had pictures of past male politicians in tears and sobbing over various issues, and then he showed the photo of Hillary. Next, Jon said deadpan into the camera with raised eyebrows "Tears? Oh, please!" When are people going to stop judging Hillary with double standards? Male politicians have had their chances for over 200 years to rule and legislate effectively. Let's let a woman have a chance, A CHANCE to run for the office without analyzing her every movement to pieces. Let's level the playing field.

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Cassie, Seattle, WA — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 07:34:57 GMT

I love it when it works. Remember if you are using firefox with ad blocker you can only see the first video. It appears to hang but inf act it is just hanging up on the ad. Turn off adblokcer and tada.. you get to see the video and MSN earns the money from ads to pay for the new interface.. worth it.

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Kelly, San Antonio, TX — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 12:36:19 GMT

I love to watch the Nightly News webcast. It is a great way for me to multi-task by catching the news while I work at my desk. But....it seems like the site is constantly changing and I lately, I am always having to search for how to catch the webcast. I will check out your suggestion, but it seems to take a long time for your Nightly News home page to load.

Once you get this process set, can you try to not change it again?

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George Crosby — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:38:07 GMT

Brian:
Your evening news is the pick of the network litter. The new studio is a distraction. The ceiling lights reflecting off your desktop ( I think you've fixed that one) and the cluttered background merely distract. Michael Douglas' voice is like taking a sleeping pill. Did he blackmail someone to get that job?

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BETTY JOHNSON HAMPTON,VA. — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:51:18 GMT

DEAR BRIAN, WOULD LIKE TO COMMENT HILLARY CLINTON. THINK ABOUT THIS, IF GOING UNDER PRESSURE TO BE A CANADATE FOR PRESIDENT AND WE HAVE TEARS ,WHAT WILL HAPPEN IF THEY BECOME PRESIDENT WITH HEAVIER ISSUES THAN THIS ARE WE STILL GOING TO SHOW TEARS FOR SYMPATHY? SHE'S GOING TO NEED ALOT OF TISSUES. WE NEED SOMEONE STRONG WHO CAN HANDLE ANY PROBLEM THAT COMES THEIR WAY,LETS THINK BEFORE WE VOTE.

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Richard Gilbert, San Diego, CA — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:56:29 GMT

Want to know what went wrong with the polls in NH? Conduct an exit poll and if you find that the results agree not with the votes, but with the earlier polls, you can probably figure it out from there. (Be sure to conduct this poll under the same conditions of spousal presence.)

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Craig Stein, Syosset NY — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:13:40 GMT

The new site is great, but is it possible for me to download the Nightly News to my IPod?

I understand you don't work with Itunes anymore, but can I download a PodCast to my IPod?

Thanks.

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Joanie from Nebraska — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 17:05:36 GMT

As I am reading these responses, I am hearing and confirming over and over again basic pleas, please please report the news, as Joyce from Baltimore says be a news reporter not a news maker. There are so many of us out here that want to know the facts, the differences for example between Edwards', Obama's and Clinton's health plans, reality checks about assertions made by the candidates.
You will have an new opportunity with an upcoming debate. The ABC debate with Charley Gibson would be a model to follow. Notice that unlike Tim Russert or Chris Matthews, Charlie did not want to play Gotcha but allowed longer than 30 second responses,and allowed the candidates to respond to each other.
Do we as an audience want to know constantly who is ahead and who is the loser? Do we want to brand a loser who receives such a small difference as 2 or 3% fewer votes in one state? I don't think so. Do we really care if Chris Matthews is annoyed because Hillary claps (notice the male candidates also clap) or that her laugh is shrill (notice male candidates' laughter was not analyzed). I find it annoying and unnecessary and not productive in what I think is the media's main function, to inform us.

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Tom cochran, Minneapolis, MN — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 17:26:26 GMT

A loyal Brian watcher BUT...after last night in Nevada and hearing, Ne-vah-da, Ne-va-dah, Ne-vah-dah is enough to make me jump to Charlie at least until Brian leaves Nevada. I cringe if he ever goes to Omaha...can hear it now..Ne-brah-ska, Ne-brah-ska-ska....sheesh. can the eastern elitism Brian...get with it.

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D. Furman — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 17:30:42 GMT

I do watch NBC news every day/night, but I am so disappointed and I think it unconscionable that in your reports regarding debates, caucuses, candidates, you act as though John Edwards is dead. He came in second in Iowa and his name is never, ever even mentioned. I'm sick of seeing Hillary's crocodile tears over and over and over and no mention of Edwards, who is still a viable candidate. It appears obvious that the powers that be at NBC do not want him in the running.

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Sue B, Sacramento CA — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 17:50:15 GMT

I recently received an email from a friend whose son is US Marine on duty in Iraq.The email told of a recent visit by Denzel Washington to Brooks Army Medical Center, where he learned that there are accomodations for families of hospitalized soldiers called Fisher Houses. Denzel asked how much would it cost to build one and promptly wrote out a check for that amount. With all the political mudslinging, "news" items about the "brats" (Paris, Lindsay, Brittney et al), and other depressing bits appearing in the media these days, here is a piece that, if true, would uplift a lot of folks and make many of the families of these heroes feel better. NBC Nightly News with Brian is watched by millions who would love to hear some "good news" for a change.

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Sharon Roberge, Stanley, WI — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 18:40:25 GMT

I'm not sure if this is where to express this, but I couldn't find another place. This morning I read a news story on Yahoo News about a pregnant service woman who disapeared near the front gate of a military post in December. Just reading the story gave me the feeling of "military cover-up". 1. The woman was suppose to testify to something (undisclosed)on the base. 2. It was almost a week before she was reported missing and then it was by her mother. It seems very strange that someone from the base wouldn't have sounded the alarm sooner especially when there seem to be signs of foul play. I hope that the news media investigates this closely. Two lives are involved the woman and her unborn child. Please don't let this just fade away.

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James Marshall, Denver CO — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:26:05 GMT

I found it interesting that Brian commented about the pronunciation of Nevada. I've found it interesting that many non-residents pronounce it NeVAHda, what I consider the Spanish pronunciation, as opposed to many of us in the Rocky Mountain West who pronounce it NevADDa. Then there's ArvAHda CO or ArvAYda WY and how about Cairo (KY-ro) Egypt and Cairo (KAY-ro) IL. Regional differences are so interesting.

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carl day overgaard arizona 85933 — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:50:03 GMT

how can a American get a question ask and answer by these politicians who are runing for presidend

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Ralph S. Denver, Co — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:54:52 GMT

To Brian Williams & NBC Nightly News,

You lament on how "You" got it so wrong can be blamed on many things, as I'm sure you've heard since. But I think you need (and maybe have started already) and the rest of the "Media" need far deeper introspective searching than the few days until Nevada, and elsewhere.

When did you quit being reports and start as correspondents? It used to be that the "reporters" reported the news and election results only after the news event or the election polls were closed. You didn't "Make the News". It seems to the viewers out here that the media is far more interested in being the first to poll, predict, pundit, have experts who "used to", declare winners, etc. so that you can affect results before the competition, that you've forgotten that your main responsibility is to "Report the News". Quit telling the people, in 10 or 20 second soundbites of YOUR choice, what YOU think is important, and then who NEEDS to win and WHY. The people that you imply are so dumb that they need this really can decide for themselves. Report the News..... If you think a candidate needs to be heard, or you want to let the public hear the issues. let two candidates talk to each other without a moderator for 5 or 10 minutes. Now that will be news. Uncensored. Unaffected by the media's biases.

This subliminal desire to "make" the news that has crept into our instant gratification world, partially created by the media, has created an information monster that you feel you must feed continuously. Five days after Hillary got emotional we don't need constant "paralysis by analysis" on who, what. why, where, or when. Spend that time being more introspective on YOUR responsibilities in reporting the news, and don't insist on making it. Then, and maybe, only then, will you realize what really went wrong, and why it is assured that you will again make the same mistakes, over and over. Give the American people some peace and quiet, and the ability to use their common sense on the issues, the candidates, the family values, etc. that are or are not important to them. Quit affecting and start being effective and stop interjecting your (MSNBC) agenda, however minor you think it may be, into reporting the news. Every poll you take or report affects the results, whether you like it or not....every report on tears, fears, race, religion, gender, etc. may or may not slant an opinion with your opinion. It's not YOUR job...let the candidates handle it. If they can handle the office, they should be able to handle getting there.

Thanks for letting me rant....and I hope that maybe it will shed some insight into "What Went Wrong".

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Joanne Bergen, San Diego, CA — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:55:58 GMT

Brian,
In the excitement of covering the 'news' of Sen. Clinton's 'comeback' (i.e., it wouldn't have been a comeback if you hadn't declared her the loser), no news programs have put up on the board the actual number of delegates that each candidate has after the first 3 states. People might be surprised to see that winners have as many as losers. Senator Clinton and Senator Obama received the same number of delegates (9) in New Hampshire even though she was the 'winner' and he was the 'loser.' And what about separately chosen party and elected officials known as superdelegates? What influence do they have in the nomination? Can they tip the scales? The viewers have a right to be educated in the complicated process leading up to the nomination.

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Shirley Mink - Tucson, Arizona — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 21:41:56 GMT

For Bryan Williams: I'm 73 years old, born and raised in Nevada. In all that time I've NEVER heard anyone who lives and works there say NevAHda.....must be one of those "Easterner things!" Since Nightly News is going to focus on Nevada for a while now, perhaps you could make a correction to the pronunciation... Regardless of what the language folks say!

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Mary Carten — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 21:54:27 GMT

To NBC and all news media
I am thrilled with the NH election outcome for Hillary because it proved that you GUYS had it all wrong. You and your being in bed with Obama and promoting him to the point of discouraging people to vote is unpolitical, unpatriotic, unprofessional and mis-use of our trust in your ability to report the facts without your personal gurus commentary. You've misused your authority as "responsible, professional, unbiased news people". Its time for you all to back off, to allow the American people to cast their vote for our candidate without any meddling from you all. You're repeating the action of the Supreme Court of 4 years age when they took the decision away from the people. Your coverage of elections should not begin until the last polling place in Hawaii has closed. To begin within minutes of the east coast polls closing is a dis-service to those of us still standing in line to vote!!
Please , please do the right thing and back off, be respectable journalist who report facts without your own prefrences.
I will no longer watch any national election coverages until the polls in Hawaii close-then I'll either log on to the computer to read results without your bias commentaries or tune into to C-span.

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Dorothy Williams, Greencastle, Indiana — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 22:13:29 GMT

Please stop predicting the outcome of elections before you know what is really happening, and stop being so critical of Hillary Clinton, she is a woman with strong beliefs in helping this country get out of the state of economics it is in, and helping get this country back on its feet from this terrible war Bush has put us in.

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John Dennis — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 22:56:08 GMT

this is a great idea to this web site, who every thought of this desreve a raise.

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gigi Pathe, Columbia SC — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 23:48:06 GMT

I am a retired woman, so keep that in mind as you read my msg. After seeing Hillary Clinton in tears, reaffirmed my position that the office of president, especially, should not be by a woman. We all know about 'pms", hormones, etc., and know they are real, so do we want the country governed by a woman, who is subjected to a woman's emotions, hormones, etc.?

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Jim Badger, Narragansett, RI — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:12:42 GMT

Y'know Brian, my family couldn't wait to hear what you had to say about autism last night, but it turned out to be a damp squib.
There are supposed to be 1 in 120-160 cases of autism in the USA and they all have parents and grandparents (like me), which means 5% of the population wants to know what the candidates are going to do about it...and we don't hear anything!!!
Brian, this is an issue!! I grieve for my little boy!!
It needs somebody like you to bring it out.
Thanks for anything you care to do.......Jim

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Carol, Wichita Falls, TX — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:15:56 GMT

Regarding your piece on Reverse Mortgages as a Baby Boomer who has first hand knowledge what choas this can cause. My mother-in- law (age 82) obtained a reverse mortgage in August 'o6 - my husband her only son asked to see the papers before she signed anything she was in NY and we in TX, but it was too late she had already signed, she received $1000.00 in Sept., Oct., Nov. and died on Nov. 28th. After paying for her funeral and other expenses we found out we owed $24,000.00 Her closing costs were almost $20,000. plus all these ridiculous fees. It didn't take long for us to realize this is a way for finanical instutions to obtain properties. We paid off the loan in Oct. '07 owing almost $28,000.
Thank you for your story warning people of the pitfalls. With slick salespeople telling the trusting elderly "we're going to take care of you"
the exact words used on my mother-in-law & the woman in your story is just criminal!

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Martha Roberson, Las Vegas, Nevada — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 02:12:25 GMT

Thank you, Brian, for the timely message about reverse mortgages. In desperation I was about to start investigating that route for my retirement future. I have always tuned into NBC Nightly News, the morning Today Show and other quality programs on NBC.
Thank you, also, for pronouncing "Nevada" the way we native Nevadans do!

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Robert F. Smith, Vancouver, WA — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 03:39:55 GMT

You and virtually all other correspondents and re porters have referred to Clinton's "victory," but wouldn't it be more accurate to refer to it as a 9 to 9 tie. If Clinton leads in all remaining caucuses and primaries by 2 to 3 percentage points of votes cast, she will be ahead by many thousands of votes, but she will get to the convention trailing Obama by one delegate among all delegates chosen in this way (assuming all States apportion delegates as New Hampshire does).

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Barbara Murray — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 04:44:09 GMT

Hi
I'm new here and just wanted to ask a question. I live in Fairbanks Alaska and from what I hear,by the time our few votes get to where they are going,it's basicly over. So,why should i even bother to vote? every thing is about those states in the lower 48 as we call you guy's up here. But there is quite a few people in Alaska and since we pay taxes and very high fuel prices our votes should count.
Oh,we never see Hillary come here would we.?
Thank you

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Byron H., Rowland Heights, CA — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 07:31:54 GMT

Thanks for returning the entire Nightly News broadcast to the Netcast selection. I got very frustrated watching the individual stories being presented with all of the interruptions and commercials. I don't mind one commercial before the broadcast, if it's less than 30 seconds, because I don't like to watch the Nightly News on my local station, KNBC. Mostly, because of all of the stupid commercials. I started watching the netcast, when it first appeared on your website, because I could watch the entire broadcast with only a couple of interruptions for short promotions of your own programs.
So PLEASE, never take away the netcast of the entire Nightly News broadcast and NEVER add commercials, for products I DON'T want to buy, into the netcast. I need to see the news and you have the best program with the best news anchor in the business!

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Bob Atkinson — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 11:32:14 GMT

Tom Costello's report on 1/9/08 indicated that an elderly
woman might lose her home as a result of a reverse mortgage.
A cornerstone of most reverse mortgages is that repayment of the debt
is not required until the debtor dies or has voluntarily left the home for
more than 1 year. Perhaps her reverse mortgage was not the true cause
of the woman's distress. Mention of an annuity problem complicated
the report.

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Terry Gorant Ho, Naples, FL — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 14:00:43 GMT

I'll begin by saying that I used to like Chris Matthews and his cute child-like facial expressions.
Matthews has lost all my respect.

Today he called "Morning Joe" and tried to justify his position when he stated that Hillary won the NY senatorial race because her husband was fooling around. How dispicable!!!!

This was not an isolated attack on Hillary. We don't forget the horrible photos showing Hillary with horns attached to her head. That was not necessay. That was an attack on women!!!

I had not planned to vote for Hillary, but now I not only will vote for her but will help get her votes.

Terry

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Gary Walker, Waverly, Iowa — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 15:32:54 GMT

I don't understand this generation of writers and or program directors. If the news isn't negative or sensational it isn't worth reporting. You seem to take delight in reporting a possible recession! There's no doubt the housing industry is down & the banking industry is paying for some of it's mistakes in lending but I have plenty of stories here in the mid-west that would tell us the economy is strong. Try thinking positive for awhile & have a good day !!!

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Dan, Naperville, IL — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 18:25:27 GMT

The same thing should be done for Dateline's web site. If you're not going to air Dateline on TV, why not make it "web only" ? It hasnt been on since October 07. Bring it back... and make it's web site like Nightly News' site. Great job!! I love the NN show!! Brian Williams is one of my favs!!

NBC News FTW!!

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Marilyn Fisher Mesa, AZ — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 21:14:53 GMT

Why is it the Clintons are the topic of your news whether she is winning or losing??? Always clips of her and her fake smile. I thought the news programs were to be bias with reporting the news instead of promoting and that all of the candidates got their free air time also. There are people in this country wanting to hear from them also. Wake up you news people. The other candidates just may have something to give to the "undecited voters" if you gave them as much air time as you do what's her name.

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Peter, Salem OR — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 22:04:50 GMT

I love the new a la carte version of the news!

Can we have a 'broadband' version with a higher bitrate (better image quality), please? Going from 32" tv to 4" online is painful.

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Lynn C Hunt — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 23:47:30 GMT

I must say that of all the news people in America I was glad it was Brian Williams who stepped up and said that reporters screw up. A certain former CBS reporter (no names mentioned) could of saved himself a lot of trouble and humiliation had he learned that lesson (and to check out sources even family ones)a long time ago. I saw you at Green Bay when my family treated me to a surprise visit there. Going on that pilgrimage was the greatest moment of my life but seeing you was an extra high light. I always thought of you as one of the better and least bias reporters and it is nice to see you are humble too. thank you Lynn Hunt

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Ed Mack, East Lansing, Mi — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 00:07:32 GMT

IDs NOT ID's Dos and Don'ts NOT Do's and Don'ts

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Scott Brady — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 02:43:24 GMT

Why don't you report on Ron Paul. I understand that he has attracted quite a following on the Web but the media, print and video, seem to be going out of their way to ignore him. Could it be he is too conservative for you liberal media folks? I for one would like to learn something about him.

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Jerry Firman, Rockport, Texas — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 10:57:14 GMT

Brian, I am a long time contributor to Newsvine and I welcome you and your entire staff to our Community. I hope you find Newsvine to be as valuable to NBC as you have become to us. Thanks for being here.

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Mark Lauer, Fryburg, PA — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 12:00:22 GMT

Well you managed to do it again, lost the Netcast somewhere in the many corners of your web site. I have screwed around long enough this morning at work trying to locate Brian's broadcast from last night. It has been so convenient to do my work and listen to Brian in the background until now. "Thanks so much Mr Web Master. What a fine job you did this time!"

Here is a suggestion, put a button on your home page that says "WEBCAST"

I guess its off to CBS to see how difficult Katie made it to get to her broadcast.

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Rod Meister, San Angelo, Texas — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 17:57:31 GMT

Brian, why has no one on NBC interviewd or asked Obama about his religion, swearing into office on the Koran, not reciting the Pledge of Allegience nor showing reverence to our flag while others place their hand over their heart?

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Carole Miller, Miami, Florida — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 20:45:19 GMT

I miss the old lead-in with the voices and names of previous newscasters, all of whom I remember. Ath current announcer is fine, but I loved the continuity with the past of the old lead-in.

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Marcia Smith, Powder Springs, Ga. — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 00:01:07 GMT

Thank you for the segment tonight (Saturday) on military kids. Please reshow this to your larger weeknight audience. We can't thank these patriotic families enough. Most people have no idea what sacrifices they are making for us over and over.
Marcia Smith

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John K. DeFosse, Indianapolis, IN — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 01:46:39 GMT

I enjoyed the piece on the military families and the stress that is put on them. I served my 24 years in the Army and I am proud of my service and I am proud of the men and women that are in the war zone and going through the hell that they are. At the same time when I see an article about how hard it is on the familes and separations incurred and the help and assistance provided them makes me wonder where all this help and assistance was for my family while I served two tours in Vietnam. I have always had a sore spot when I see articles like this. Not for the families involved now, but for the nondoers 35 - 40 years ago. Probably some of the former Vietnam protestors are now some of those supporting our troops in Iraq and Afganistan. If so more power to them but where were you during Vietnam? I suppose I will always have a sore spot about this because my family was not offered any support during my tours. They were the forgotten ones that had to make due by themselves.

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Mary Coroneos, Finksburg, MD — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 17:40:13 GMT

Regarding the "Change" that all the presidential nominees are advocating: There cannot be change until this country wakes up and realizes that not only should the President be limited to two terms in office but also Congress and Senate should have the same limitations. The positions that are held by many Senators and Congressmen were NOT meant to be "lifetime positions" by our founding fathers. Then and ONLY then will we see positive change in this wonderful land called the USofA.

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john Bentfeld Barberton, Oh — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 17:43:19 GMT

just watched tim rossert on sun program was not happy with the way he conducted himself with interview with clinton why does he try to over ride people when he uses clips that taken out of context and doesnot allow the person a chance to anwser back to what was said. this is not the first time i have seen this happen. it seems that he whats to control what people see or hear. we listen to get more imfo so that we can decide on who can better run our country not who he would like to see have always liked nbc news but starting to wonder if you are doing us a service or disservice

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Max Fall, New York, New York — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 22:25:58 GMT

I really think you do not give the people behind the sceans enough credit. You should have the credits. It would bge nice to see who really puts the show together.

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Dianne Enkerud — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 23:05:48 GMT

First off, I am a registered Democrat and have not yet made up my mind between Barack Obama or Hillary Clinton. I am, however, as a woman, a bit "ticked" by all the coverage regarding Hillary and "her" teary-eyed comments. How soon we forget.... even President Bush, during his presidencey, has choked up a few times. How come nobody is showing past video about "his" moments? Each night I wait for someone to comment and have heard nothing; hence this e-mail. My husband and I are faithful watchers of your newcast and appreciate your coverage of news events and especially enjoy when you share views of individuals such as myself. Thank you.

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Kathy K — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 23:50:53 GMT

I am perplexed by Friday's "Making a Difference" report. How can a government attorney chasing after men, who may or may not have been involved in World War II atrocities, be affecting people's lives? If anything, it caused me to wonder how the Justice Dept. can justify this expenditure. It is time to move on and deal with today's challenges.

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Lori Gregory, Santa Clarita, California — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 01:52:24 GMT

I just watched your report on PRESIDENT BUSH visiting our troups in the mideast. Once again your liberal bias shows. The reporter refers to PRESIDENT BUSH as Mr. Bush. How disrespectful, and fully showing your true liberal slant. Will continue to tune you out..

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john veillon,marrero,la 70072 — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 06:29:26 GMT

i will be adding my 2cents worth: i watch BW/NBC NEWS but the NBC station in NEW ORLEANS is off-the-air for 3mos now...why??? it's on cable but not over-the-air i work long hours/cable not feasable now/watch at work - weekends is ZERO..no news,no dateline,no sunday night football...no nothing...WOW..do something NBC

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Ken Brown, St. Louis, MO — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 13:49:08 GMT

I considered my self on the fence as to whom to support for president until yesterday's interview by Senator Clinton with Tim Russert. How many times durng that interview did Senator Clinton looked down at the table before making a comment. It would suggest to me that she wasn't being truthful with her facts. I will vote for Someone else in my state's primarly an certainly the other party in November if she is the Democratic party candidate. Replay the tape

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Ron Perez — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 03:27:05 GMT

Hillary Clinton will win despite the media!

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Ron Perez — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 03:36:17 GMT

Is Andrea Mitchell a Republican? She should be taken off the Hillary beat. She's obviously against Hillary, insisting on reporting about race conflict. I don't think Hillary would ever bring this issue up because only Obama will benefit; only Obama will like to get this issue burning in order to make Hillary look like she is against African American. The guy covering Obama is pro-Obama, but Mitchell always try to put Hillary down in all of Mitchell's report.

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Rosalind Daniels, Santa Rosa, CA — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 03:39:09 GMT

This is to Brian Williams & NBC Nightly Newds,
As a long time viewer of NBC Nightly News, I am extremely disappointed in your coverage of the "race issue" in the Democratic Presidential Campaign. The "race issue" is of the media's making, not the candidates'. What a disservice to the voters. Focus on the issues, please. Listen to Dan Abrams. He's got it right.

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David Hoover, Albuquerque, NM — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 08:01:20 GMT

I don't understand the controversy over Senator Clinton's remarks about Voting Rights Act? What she said was correct. LBJ was instrumental in getting the legislation through Congress. MLK was essential in building public support. Both MLK and LBJ deserve credit. She knows that. So why the controversy?

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Mark Lauer, Fryburg, PA — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 10:52:44 GMT

Either your instructions are incorrect or I just don't get it. Please please please tell me how to find the netcast.....!

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BH - Pennsylvania — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 16:43:01 GMT

The advertising messages on the site are WAY too long - you are losing me - and I have been a long time fan ! anything over 10 to 15 seconds is excessive, and I just turn you off and go elsewhere.
Please look at fixing this. Thanks!

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Andrea — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 17:53:54 GMT

I am just a kind of wondering why nobody reporting the NH recount story. Senator Obama may actually win at NH. The more I read from the web the more I am suspicious. The Clinton compaign sent our emails to women voters the last minute regarding Senator Obama's on women abortion rights. The Clintons have history and habit and like of twisted facts. This is cheating and I am not surprised of the Clintons.
This is a nice article from the web:
http://journals.democraticunderground.com/CrisisPapers/146

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Jerry, Garnet Valley, PA — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 20:19:45 GMT

I like the theme music

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Gene Wintersole Zephyrhills FL — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 23:38:53 GMT

Please, no more Michael Douglas announcing the nightly news....I can't help thinking he sounds like "Elmer Fudd"

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A.J. Mays — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 01:38:35 GMT

Please clear up information I have heard and recieved by e-mails saying that Romney and Obama will not say the pledge or will not take the oath of office on the Bible. Both of these are things this America we know was based and built on. If Presidential seekers will not do either of these things then there is no place on the ballot for theire name. If this is true it is the place of the media to make sure voters know these
issues. You and others may not think these things are not important but millions of Americans will I assure you. A.J. Mays

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ytwsshsxkgdg — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 04:32:03 GMT

Why do you have to keep changing everthing around. You made it nearly impossible to find the netcast the last time, now more flyouts and clicks. What is so hard about putting the netcast icon, RIGHT THERE, RIGHT IN FRONT, SOMEPLACE WE CAN SEE, AND JUST CLICK ON? The new viewer is nicer, but the playback is slow, and I have a fast connection. Do you have to try to make it everthing? With so many places for news, I find it difficult to return to this site as it is burdened with too much, and too heavy on the computer. I can't watch it with its jerky playback, so I guess I just wont watch anymore. Your old viewer played back just fine, and so do other websites I go to for newscasts. Too bad I can't take it anymore.

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Ron Perez — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 06:07:35 GMT

In one of her heartfelt real moments Hillary revealed she is doing this because she feels it is the right thing to do; and that she can do something good for the country (not her exact words). For his part, I feel Obama is riding a strong urge, increasingly motivated by a growing sense of history - his own date with history - to be the first African-American president. Now that could be a very narrow agenda.

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Rose B, Berlin, Germany — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 12:14:44 GMT

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

Living in Germany and having NBC's nightly "netcast" news being my main way to view the news "back home", in English, and hear the goods on the presidential election I'm glad to see this has returned - even if it's a couple more clicks to get there.

Keep up the Good work!

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Gary,Salem,Ma — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 15:41:16 GMT

I am Cofused this new format is Bad ,Comercials , confused selection, dont know if this is the whole show comes in short clips prefer old format

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Don, Jackson MS — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 19:29:12 GMT

Various newscasters and reporters recently have used some incorrect terminology that seems to be widespread. On the debate last night, it was mentioned that the Democratic candidates would be sitting down and not be behind a "podium". A podium is the platform they may be standing or sitting on, the tall stand that the microphone is on and that they place their notes on is a "lectern", not a podium. Just thought you might be interested in this information. As mentioned, I've heard many say this over the last several weeks.

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Addison Arce, Burbank, CA — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 23:02:22 GMT

Brian
I love your broadcast but I'm wondering when Tim Russert is going to whip out is white board and Brian I was wondering if you could open with somwthing like, "Good Evening" instead of, "On the broadcast tonight" just try for one night and if doesn't work well then oh well I'll be watching

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John Franklin,Westport,CT — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 23:53:15 GMT

You might as well change your name to The Hillary
Broadcasting Company. A full hour on Meet The
Press? A full day with Hillary complete with softball
questions? Perhaps next time you'll ask her what
she knows about the "Obama As Muslim" E-Mail that
continues to be sent to The Jewish Community
on my neck of the woods. Or how she can possibly expect to win with 45% negatives when she will
get very few independent votes--particularly in
a race with McCain,Romney or Giuliani. How about
equal time for Obama?

John Franklin
Westport ,CT

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Edwin Kalk Battle Lake MN — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 23:56:40 GMT

Brian
Why is it that none of the canidates are willing to address the problems with social security?Our social security money was paid by employers & employees taxes.It should have never been borrowed or taken out of social security to be put into the general funds.In reality it should of been left alone.Also how can this country of ours survive over the long run with all our jobs going overseas.It seems to me that all our leaders,from the top to the bottom are out of touch with what is happening to this country of ours.
Seems to me that all the politians run this country as their own private business.Which is wrong.

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Arthur Johnson — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:16:33 GMT

Mr Williams, Watched your nightly news last night, everything was about sen. Clinton. Is Thursday night sen. Obama's turn? Ever since the debate Tuesday evening ,it's been all about Clinton let's be fair.
thank you.Art.

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LISA BENFIELD EDWARDS, HILTONS VIRGINIA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:40:31 GMT

Please Brian...quick before we lose the momentum...I now know how to say "NEEVVAAda" and not insult the great folks who live there and know how to pronounce their state's name properly. Now, on to the others that get garbled on a really regular basis. My mom who has great manners ,by the way, always told me to pronounce words like names the way the people who had them ...pronounced them" When are the newscommnetators and politicians and others going to get "APPALACHIA" right? I've lived here in Southwest Virginia for over 50 years and have yet to hear natives pronounced it APPA_LAY_chia. Just think, NBC may have started a revolution..in getting people in the news to actually pronouce the names of places, the way people who live there say those names. What Nice Manners we would all have. I still hesitate before saying Colorado....I don't want to offend those good folks either. People from the South have heard Appalachian Mountains, Appalachian State University and the region mispronounced for years. The only people at NBC that we can depend on are good old Willard...he gets it right every time, Katie used to and John Palmer, bless his soul actually came from upper East Tennessee and gently corrected people every chance he got. For those of us who really do care to be mannerly and correct, "Thank You" for getting Nevada right...now on to Appalachia and Colorado before texting and popular music lyrics get rid of all resonable English and our ability to speak coherently.

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LISA BENFIELD EDWARDS, HILTONS VIRGINIA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:41:23 GMT

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Frank KovacWilkesboro NC — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:57:06 GMT

Dear Brian i watch you ever nite but i never thought i would see the day when our banks that we made rich as americans would sale us off for the dallar to foreign interest least of all .as an american and a person.in general i think this tells us all what these banks will do to get rich ..and that is just as bad as a traitor...who would sale his country for a few dallars..all my friends and i were watching and we all vowed not to trade with these banks...i think it time americans started standing up for what we believe in ...and not what we can buy in....just thought you should know lots of people feel just like we do.......yea i know this letter is not perfectly written ...but is that what you are looking for..?...your friend...Frank...

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G. Stames San Diego CA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 02:34:11 GMT

I have never questioned your fairness, but I would certainly question your wisdom in featuring a interview with Hillary Clinton and thus providing her with a forum to attack Obama and get her "human side" out three days prior to the hotly contested Nevada caucus. Should I expect to see similar interviews with Obama and Edwards before the Nevada Caucus?

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Arjun Kumar Naperville, IL — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 02:39:14 GMT

How do you e-mail Brian? I'm a big fan.

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Susan Brooks — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 05:13:45 GMT

As a former high school mathematics teacher I treated my students fairly-both boys and girls-and encouraged all of them to do their best. Perhaps I should have told the boys that they didn't really have to try so hard!

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Rich, Paris, France — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 08:20:10 GMT

Alexandra,
Greatly enjoy the webcasts, but I do have one request. Please put the date on the summary of when it was first broadcast. Without it, you can't get a sense of the time frame on which the reporting was done. Thank you

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Jane C. Curtis, Westbrook, Connecticut — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 12:22:21 GMT

Your segment on Hilliary Clinton last night was very complementary to her. She had a full hour with Tim Russert and now free air time last night just before the primary on Saturday!! Will Obama and Edwards have equal time to tell their stories and showcase their strengths in a very positive way before the primary? Your partiality is showing in a not so subtle way.

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Mitch Dale, San Diego CA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 23:15:44 GMT

In response to your Reverse Mortgage piece it is important to give a balanced report. I have worked hard to transition from traditional lending to Reverse Mortgages. They are a great product for many seniors. Yes they are expensive but there are lower cost options if you are older and don't expect to have a Reverse Mortgage for a long period of time. FHA requires counseling giving seniors all their options by a thrid non-profit party. Are there some mortgage professionals taking advantage of seniors?, probably. Unfortunately these bottom feeders are in every aspect of a free market. I have received numerous thank you letters from my clients. Seniors that have traveled the country, paid for medicine visited family. I saved a 76 year old man in poor health from being fourclosed on by his lender, now he never has to worry about moving ever again. Your report was unbalanced and has negatively affected my ability to earn an honest living in a time were many mortgage professionals are out of a job and just trying to get by. The mortgage industry was a big factor in the economy so why don't you let us get off the mat before you take another swing at a struggling industry.

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George Pospisil, Carlisle, Pennsylvania — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:07:43 GMT

Brian, Your special series on Boys and Girls sounds like the most recent version of feminist spin. My experience working for the Dept. of Health and Human Services, beginning with the Clinton administration and continuing through this year, has been the opposite of what you have been reporting-- males getting lower grades and salaries than females working in the same jobs. Also, after now nearly 4 decades of women (read mothers) and media telling young women they are smart and should be ambitious and telling young men they are not responsible and not up to their calling, it's no wonder young men aren't enrolling in college. They've been killed before they started.

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robert howard — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:43:55 GMT

You are just like Mircosoft, had a system that was easy to use so you had to change it. The netcast is NOT back if it can not be found. Below your instuctions on where you moved it to (for no good reason) is a box marked "MAIN PAGE". Logic would dictate that your mystical "VIDEO" section would be there-too easy,try homepage- fat change, waste more time then type this email to vent fustation. SOLUTION: Type "CBS.com"-watch EASY TO FIND podcast.

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Judy Trueblood — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 04:01:31 GMT

I am a loyal Brian Williams fan and stuck with him as he followed in the footsteps of Tom Brokaw. No matter what changes the other networks made, I stayed loyal. However, on the January 16th broadcast, Brian had a film clip he showed of him and Hillary Clinton. With her being only one of the Presidential candidates, I find it appalling that it seems he is almost endorsing her. I waited to see if the other candidates were announced for later broadcasts and not a word. Then I go on this website only to see her picture and her name in very large print for all to see. Where were the other candidates? And why would a major news outlet only show the warm and friendly connection with only one of the candidates? I certainly did not expect this from your broadcast and feel the other candidates warranted equal time; at least the top contenders. Unfortunately, I lost some respect for the show as a result of the obvious swaying towards one candidate and I can't tell you how disappointed I am. I am an independent voter in South Carolina and will vote Republican if it keeps "that woman" out of the White House.

Judy
Goose Creek, SC

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pat beauchamp — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 17:46:36 GMT

The best way to boost our economy is to drop the price of gas. The big prices we have had since the Iraq war began, is now causing the mess. It's hard to have confidence when the oil companies are bulging with profits while robbing the general population.

We may have a chance when the oil cartel leaves the White House.

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Lester FINKELSTEIN — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 19:29:33 GMT

TO:Bryan Williams & Tim

My wife & I have a mailing & shipping business on Johns Island, SC (S.E. of Charleston). Our customers are a true cross section of this country - migrant workers, legal Mexicans ,African Americans, blue and white collar middle class, and most important the well-to-do who live on Kiawah Island & Seabrook Island (everyone from retired John Deere VP's, CEO of your parent company, ex military, you name them).

Our FedEx Ground driver (who listens to talk radio all day long) reflects the opion of 70% of our customers: there is no one strong person Democrat or Republican, who is running for president, and because of it they aren't going to spend a lot of money until after the election.

The same with us. We have budgeted for this year a new car, Plasma TV, and other items that are on my wife's list, but are going to put off for a while.

This morning and last night everyone was talking about using the "R" word. The news media should be talking about the "E" word (election) and what the long term effect it may have on our economy. No one should blame any down turn on Washington.

I grew up participating in good old back room Southern politics. First watching my father and his friends get "Fritz" elected, and then helping some of my Democratic friends get elected.

I have been a Republican a long time, and am fully convienced that if Lee (Atwater) had not died, Bush Sr. would have won re election.

Maybe Al should step forward for the DEM., and Newt for the REP.

Thanks for your time.

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Gary Oetting, King City CA — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 19:33:50 GMT

If you want to get some emotional interest about whales, you should do a piece on the killing of endangered humback whales by the Japanese under the pretest of science. Not these species but other spiecies as well.

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Pat Connors, Tucson, AZ — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 23:40:53 GMT

Please ask your news people why no one has asked Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bemanke why the prime rate was raised (6% to 8 1/4%) 2 1/4% (13 months)from June 06 to July 07?
That is why we are in this mess.

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carl day overgaard arizona 85933 — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 04:30:42 GMT

o.k.there is a big issue that no one seems to want to bring up it concerns some of us good old american retirees that is the windfall act this un just un american act has denied us our social security since 1980 as american it would be nice if this could be brought up to these folks that are runing and see which one would help get this terriable windfall act repel. thnks

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Annie Jenkins, Parthenon, Arkansas — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 15:11:00 GMT

I have been watching all the politicians and pundits talking about the economy. Now Bush wants to "give" us some money and thinks we immediately spend it to boost the economy. Why doesn't anybody suggest that the BANKS be forced to limit interest rates on credit card debt, which is what is actually breaking the middle class. A ceiling of 10% (or less!) would actually provide a lot of relief to a vast majority of indebted Americans.
By the way, "Countdown" is my favorite program!

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Al, Miami, FL — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 02:11:37 GMT

What happened to HD? Is SD still around? It is an option, isn't it?

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ken — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 04:29:04 GMT

Guys, your nightly news homepage (apparently http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3032619/) is cutting off the margins on either side. I'm using the most updated version of internet explorer and near the bottom of the browser it mentions the page is having problems.

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Gerald Reed , Kingsburg, Ca. — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 05:19:49 GMT

I am more than a little disappointed in the bias of nightly news.
You reported the Nevada results and told who got 1,2,&3 on the Dem. side but on the GOP side you only said who got #1 and knothing about #2 or 3.
It seems to me that you will go to great lenghts to leave Ron Paul's name off of your show.
You are supposed to report the results, not try to control them.

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Judy Loft — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 23:39:11 GMT

Please don't allow MR. Clinton back into the White house. We don't need a dual-presidency.

Mr. Clinton/First Gentleman..an oxymoron.

Why is this aspect of Hillary's candidacy being ignored by the media.

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Marie Pishnak, Carson City, Nevada — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 15:56:01 GMT

This may be interesting for Brian Williams to use in his closing remarks on tonight's newscast. The Nevada Appeal in Carson City reports in an article entitled: "Obama wins draw of cards for delegates"...."two caucus races in small Northern towns came down to a draw of the cards." Please find the article on www.nevadaappeal.com January 21st. It is on page A9 - Election '08. Remember to pronounce the town of Genoa (gen 0 a) Also, remember to pronounce Nevada (nev aaa da; not nev ahhhh da) Thank you. signed: a faithful viewer, Marie Pishnak, prounced (pish n aaa ck), Carson City, Nevada.

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Betty Hull, Peterboro, On Canada — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 18:07:46 GMT

For those who feel some trepidation about having a woman president, please take into account Cleopatra, Golda Meir, Andrea Merkel of Germany, Catherine the Great of Russia, Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth, and Margaret Thatcher. There have been prestigious woman in government and I have every confidence in Hillary Clinton.

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Jennifer Cumms, Germantown, TN — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 18:45:53 GMT

America needs a strong leader now more than ever. It is not up to the President to provide an “economic stimulus package’ to put more money in Americans’ wallets. As the world’s stock markets slide on news of our nation’s problems, it goes to show the global economic strength America has. Yet, these markets, under foreign leaders who resist American diplomacy, hide terrorists, and refuse to get their own nations in order, depend on America for their exports and their wealth. Americans have to be realistic. The good times cannot roll on forever. Market corrections will happen. That is when we must question ourselves, not our political leaders, on why we have not adequately educated American children to develop alternative fuel, vehicles, transportation systems, to be able to evolve technology to create new jobs, workplaces, and a more productive America, as they have historically done.
An American president cannot do anything alone. Congress, the public, and society as a whole must support their leaders. The leaders must be respected by other national leaders, or America’s safety is jeopardized. Who amongst the candidates, on either side, will be able to respectfully fill this role and set an example for our children? Who carries themselves with dignity, strength of character and purpose? Things will NOT change in Washington until we, as Americans, change our neighborhoods, our attitudes, and our children’s education. We must improve ourselves, and educate the next generation of Americans, from whom our leaders will come.

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Patricia Stirrett Caseville Michigan — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 19:37:01 GMT

I have read and heard some people say they are going to vote for one candidate or another because of things others are doing or saying about them. Maybe this is why our country is in the mess that it is in. People please, think about the indivisual candidate and what they themselves are saying they can do for us. Please take this seriously, don't vote for someone who cannot do the job just because someone else called them names or said mean things about them. We need someone who can get things done. Our senior citizens, children and poor in this country need a President who will help them. Someone who will stop sending money overseas until all of the Citizens of this country are taken care of. Vote for the one you think can to the best job not the one you feel sorry for.

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John Kiley — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 22:52:51 GMT

Hi,

I was wondering if you might explain what sort of report not be allowed by you, to your audience?

http://news.google.com/nwshp?hl=en&ie=ISO-8859-1&tab=wn

Thanks, John

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Patricia ~ Spokane, WA — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 02:04:01 GMT

I haven't heard this topic discussed, any thougths:

My sis and a good friend, both single professional woman who were employed in the Mortgage Business, 20 plus years..not face their ultimate nightmare, "bad credit" due to late payments after being laid off, one does work two jobs and the other just finished 6 months of unemployment......these are woman who both had A+ Credit and now both have listed their houses for Rent, how sad, it will take years for them to clean their credit after this market recovers. They don't have husbands, thank god for family, I haven't heard anyone talk of this problem, unemployment is available for 6 months only at this time. I'm 52, supporting my 72 year old Mother and now will add my 45 year old sis to my dependants all that on $51,000.00 a year, you do the math. I'm sure there are hundreds of good upstanding hard working men and woman whose credit will not survive this market...then what? Patricia

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Gillian Willard, Baltimore, Md — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:17:08 GMT

I can not believe you had Susan Keating giving financial advice when she was responsible for the largest banking scandal in history!!!!!

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Diane Marie Turner — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:29:08 GMT

Brian, We are waiting for a fair reporting of the daily news. What about the 35th anniversary of the Roe vs. Wade Decision remembered by the March for Life in Washington, DC today. Hundreds of thousands of protestors marched peacefully to show their voice for the rights of all human beings. We are getting tired of all the "Hollywood" type news broadcasts to the general public. We are neither naive nor stupid. From now on I'll be watching the Jim Lehrer News Hour. Goodbye major networks.

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Don Samborski, Pillager, MN — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:17:23 GMT

Does the Catholic church think that one isolated priest search out holocost victims will atone their blattened disregard when the Jews and many others were fisciously murdered and inprisoned and Also how they openly supported Hitler and his regime.(just look at the archived New York news papers.
If you would like documented specifics (which you probably don"t) I can get it for you.

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Marina. Cosby, TN — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 01:26:00 GMT

Brian; the main reason so few adults get vaccinated against shingles is the cost. My husband, who retired from the Marine Corps. after 27 years, and I took prescriptions in hand to get this vacvine only to be told that neither Medicare or Tricare For Life would cover the cost. We would have to pay $180. each out of pocket. Needless to say we could not afford it.

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Healthcare worker, Cleveland Ohio — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:49:32 GMT

NBC- As a healtch care provider in Cardiology at the Cleveland Clinic, I was disappointed in your description of the recent study results comparing stents with bypass surgery for coronary artery disease. When you describe how procedures are done, please be sure to use the correct anatomic language (ie- stents are placed in the ARTERIES, not the veins). And we wonder why patients are always confused. Maybe your "Cheif Science Correspondent"s should have his segments approved by someone who actually has medical knowledge before he informs the general public.

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Marcia Williams, Memphis, TN. — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 21:55:38 GMT

Question: Will the tax rebates include those of us who are existing on Social Security, or only for those people fortunate enough to have jobs ? My son was laid off Jan.4TH. and has not found a job yet, he is to get $110.oo a week in unemployment starting this week, how he will pay his house note and other bills is in Gods hands. Thank you.

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Jeana Prewitt, Franklin, TN — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 23:46:03 GMT

Why can't you seem to sync up your video and sound? It drives me crazy and I'm on the verge of choosing a different nightly news because of it.

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Rebecca Tripp Sacramento, CA — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 17:59:12 GMT

I am disgusted that some candidates are excluded from debates and are given short shrift in the news. I realize the Clinton and Obama have more money and the network sees dollar signs by promoting them, however I do not think the net works should be choosing our candidates for us. And further why was a head to head put up for Clinton and Obama vs McCain but no head to head for Edwards vs McCain. I believe neither Obama nor Clinton can win a general election but Edwards probably can but he is not being given any air time. There is a lot of sex discrimination and racism in this country even if people do not publicly admit it. We need journalist back and freedom of the press. The founding fathers would be rolling over in their graves to see what is going on now in this country.

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Jamie Ormsby West Chazy New York — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 05:43:24 GMT

Miss Hillary Clinton is the best lady for the job in the white house not Obama!!!! We need a fine lady too run this USA!!! It's the lady's turn too run the USA not the men's. I am a man but miss hillary has my vote.

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John Quandt, Missoula, MT — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 00:31:13 GMT

Brian- Would you please address why NBC and other networks continue to cover only the "big names" running in the GOP race. Although Ron Paul has beat Rudy Guilliani in a number of debates you guys continue to give Rudy preference over Dr.Paul. Rudy is profiled several times a week and Paul gets virtually no time at all. Can you explain to all of the Ron Paul supporters why. I know that you profile "front runners" so if that is the case then why is Ron Paul not profiled more often. He raised more money in the fourth quarter than any other candidate and clearly beat Rudy in both Nevada (by double digits)and Louisana. I believe that if you gave him the same time that you give the other GOP candidates he would have the same nightly and weekly profile time as the others he would likely beat out both McCain and Romney in the polls. Further more I would like to note the very obvious showing of both yourself (Brian) and Mr. Russert not asking Ron Paul the same amount of questions during the Florida debate. I believe the obvious answer would be that people want to see the fron runner answer the questions yet I can't help but believe that Ron Paul would be the man getting all of the questions if you gave him equal air time. Thank you for being so gracious to give a Ron Paul supporter air time if you won't give it to Congressman Ron Paul himself.
John Quandt
Age 28

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Janet Steffensen, Salt Lake City, Utah — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 20:20:48 GMT

I was very disappointed that the morning news made no mention of the death of beloved Prophet and President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Gordon B. Hinckley, last evening. For the past 13 years, he has been the leader of one of the fastest growing, world-wide churches. He was much respected by Mike Wallace of 60 minutes, and Larry King. He was given a medal of honor from President Bush. Why have you made no mention yet of his passing? Your network has given a lot of coverage to the death of Heath Ledger, a movie star. Where are our values as a nation. Do we revere movie stars and sports figures more than religious leaders like President Hinckley, who was so loved and revered by the members of the LDS Faith, and also by others who knew him. I hope you choose to honor his memory on the evening news tonight!

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John B. Simons — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 03:51:45 GMT

I was disapointed that, following tonights State of the Union address, NBC gave Mitt Romney about a 5 minute forum to address not only the Nation but the voters in Florida; without giving equal time to McCain, Giuliani and the other Republican candidates. If the other candidates were asked and did not wish to take part, that should have been noted. If they were not asked for their comments and/or opinion as Romney apparently was, then I believe that NBC gave an unfair advantage to Romney.

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Garfield Fobbs — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 06:31:31 GMT

I am a Black male who is sickened by Barack Obama, Ted Kennedy, Caroline Kennedy, Oprah Winfrey and the rest.
We HAD a wonderful opportunity to secure the White House in '09 but instead they want "Hope and Change".

If I am sick I do not go to a doctor who speaks of Hope and Change. Give me facts and experience ANYDAY!!!

If Barack cares so much about the country and Democratic party, he should take 8 years to distinguish himself as a global statesperson (like Sen. Clinton) and then run for the job as president.

Barack Obama is clearly a pawn of special interests whether he acknowledges it or not.

Senator Obama should drop out of the race and Ted Kennedy should support real change and hope - SENATOR CLINTON.

p.s. Stop beating up on Bill Clinton. I get the fact that some don't like him. But so what? He was an outstanding President.

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Judith Arnold, Lakeland, FL — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 16:26:53 GMT

Can't even imagine why Sen. Kennedy would put his stamp on Obama. It makes sense that the younger family members might be inspired to do so. Ted has been around longer & knows that Obama truly is beatable. At a different time in our history, this might have been a great thing, a black president, but right now, we need experience more than fluff & feel good.

Also, if voters look back in history, the Kennedy clan record for morals was even lower than Bush or Bill. The Kennedy Camelot is all bs if you look at the past. I remember the Mafia days, Ms. Monroe, Chappaquidique, even the nephew in FL killing a young woman.
I'm thinking that Obama has now accepted an endorsement from those who never really cared about "letting his people go!" There's the off chance that had John lived, he'd have caused more scandal than any since have done. Voters should search history before voting based on this endorsement.

Above all though, I am so tired of pundits & so called news reporters trying to control how the voters "understand" what is really said by others. I am not a voter to be bought.

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Rhoda Clapperton, Portland, Oregon — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 18:17:48 GMT

To Brian Williams: PLEASE stop saying "as always" following your thanking a contributor to your newscast. A simple "thank you" is enough; the rest is redundant.

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Francis Smith, Port Saint Lucie, Fl. — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:32:04 GMT

I've been listening to the press on MSNBC tonight talking about Hillary Clinton, and the issue on campaining in Florida.The only ads on TV last week here, were the Republicans and paid ads for Barack Oboma? Not Hillary! Why isn't the press reporting this?

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Patricia Nuelle, Naperville, IL 60563 — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 18:49:09 GMT

Good afternoon, Briam Williams - I am a loyal viewer and listener to your news casts.

My request is for you to ask the political candidates how they would have handled 9-1-1 if he/she had been president at the time. Also, how would they handle such a situation if he/she is the sitting president.

Also, will you please explain to me why the President is asking approval to "give" tax payers a rebate/refund (or whatever the current lingo is right now) on their tax returns when it is not a"gift" because refunds/rebates/"gifts" will need to have a tax paid eventually.

Why can't someone have the interest on credit cards a tax reduction again becore President Regan removed it. That would help seniorsm young married couples, as well as eveyone in between those groups. That would make more sense.

Also, when you close your news casts, you almost always say, "I will look for you here again tomorrow." Where is the world is he looking for me? I am at home and he cannot find me anywhere else.

Thanks very much and sleep well.

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Patricia Nuelle, Naperville, IL 60563 — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 18:50:07 GMT

Good afternoon, Briam Williams - I am a loyal viewer and listener to your newscasts.

My request is for you to ask the political candidates how they would have handled 9-1-1 if he/she had been president at the time. Also, how would they handle such a situation if he/she is the sitting president.

Also, will you please explain to me why the President is asking approval to "give" tax payers a rebate/refund (or whatever the current lingo is right now) on their tax returns when it is not a"gift" because refunds/rebates/"gifts" will need to have a tax paid eventually.

Why can't someone have the interest on credit cards a tax reduction again becore President Regan removed it. That would help seniorsm young married couples, as well as eveyone in between those groups. That would make more sense.

Also, when you close your news casts, you almost always say, "I will look for you here again tomorrow." Where is the world is he looking for me? I am at home and he cannot find me anywhere else.

Thanks very much and sleep well.

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Ron Perez, Los Angeles — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 04:38:14 GMT

The PC, the elite, the polished, the educated, the "intellectuals", Oprah and the "royalties" Kennedy can have him. I am one simple folk; and I will support Hillary!

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Nestor Latorre — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 16:16:26 GMT

Dear President Bush,
Please consider this idea to stimulate the economy immediately.

If you allow people to withdraw money from their 401K funds with no penalties, taxes or fees, people would pull their money out the next day and spend it. This would stimulate the economy and it would not cost the government anything because people would be spending their own money. It would fight inflation, allow quick access to money and it would not hurt the government. The middle class would benefit the most from this but right now they are the ones that benefit the least and carry the most economic burden in our country. You can limit the amount of money you allow up to a certain amount.

Another thing that you can do is cut the federal taxes and give tax credits on anything to do with energy and generating alternative energy sources. This would make the cost go down on gas and anything used to generate energy and people would spend more. This would do a few things:
Stimulate the economy because people would travel more and spend more.
It would get businesses more involved in generating alternative energy resources.
People would invest in alterative energy devices for their home and industry.
It would make the US less dependent on oil.

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Douglas Sundmacher Harbor Springs, MI — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:32:32 GMT

Your story on Thursday 2-1-08 about Mayor (of Detroit)Kilpatrick's apology for racy text messages with he chief of staff, was in itself not news. What is news was that a few months ago they both lied under oath in a whistle blowers lawsuit that they were not sexually involved. The mayor is under investigation by the prosecutor's office for perjury, as is his chief of staff. If you are going to take up air time to report an apology by the mayor of Detroit, you should report the whole story. If Brian Williams spent less time thanking the reporters for there news stories, and less time telling us what we are going to hear after the break, there might be more time to fully tell the viewers the full story.

Another thing, enough already with the constant "as always" when finishing an interview with a reporter. I miss the old format, when news was told from behing a anchor desk, and not as if it was a talk show.

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hot tung, ny ny — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 12:46:28 GMT

What about Obama's 17 parking tickets he had while elected Senator? He's an irresposible CHEAT, trying to get away. Then he paid them all off 2 weeks before announcing his candidacy. If he wasn't running for president, he'd still have his dirty laundry!

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Anthony P. Zannoni Grant Florida 32949 — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 21:17:50 GMT

Dear Bill Williams:
Last night on PBS television I saw Mr Morley's interview of Rep.Waxman on the Blackwater scandal and all related Iraq accountability issues involving the present administration.I feel that this interview should have more pubblicity!
I am a republican,but by following the above scandal and all present debates of the candidates(democrats and republicans) and their histories,I am convinced that Mr Obama is the only one that could change Washington.
Another alternative could be:Brian Williams running for Presidente with Chris Matthew as vicepresident and Tim Russett as secretary of state.I find you people to be knowledgeable,fair and with more experience of all our present candidates put together.
Please give it a tought on an Independent Ticket for 2012!
Thanks for your excellent reporting.

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Linda F. Blankenship — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:23:23 GMT

To the Evening News....Why did you not announce the endorsement of Obama by the First Lady of California??
Why watch your News Show if it is not current with the most up to date information...Your piece that the Reporter gave was old and stale,apparently he wanted to get his work done before the event was over and missed the most important part - it wasn't just Oprah - Maria Shriver (great speech)was there...I hope he gets docked a little from his pay for not completing his asignment - As for your polls - I'm a female from Ohio - have voted Republician the last 2 elections - and worked for George Bush..I am a registered democrate and will be returning to the Democratic Party,so I will be voting for Obama - I just send him a check. I don't want America to be the laughing stock of the World by allowing the Clintons back in the White House to play - that is Pathetic.. Your station is very bias toward the Clintons. Tell me what example do they set for America - Oh yes she forgave him because he vowed to help her become President..I's say that was a pretty good reason to turn the other cheek. Let's see? Divorce or the White House???A No Brainer....

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Carol, Indiana — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 03:22:33 GMT

Why doesn't Obama salute the American flag? Also why won't he put his hand on the bible to be sworn in? I don't know why they don't show this on TV because I have seen pictures where Clinton and others have their hand over their heart to salute the American Flag but Obama had his hands hanging down. How can any American vote for someone that refuses to salute the American Flag. I do not want a president that does not respect our American Flag and put his hand on the bible to be sworn in. Apparently most American voters do not know this or they would not vote for him to be America's next president.

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Duane Parkersburg West Virginia — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:04:34 GMT

It's rather obvious how bias NBC is in regards to a political race. But I just had to comment on the "slide" Senator John McCain was given in your newscast tonight! To show video of him proclaiming to win several states, and to immediately follow that with him stating that "he's superstitious and doesn't like to make predictions"? I, as a view never saw the COMPLETE context of what he was speaking of, before the democratic NBC Network had done their edit. Is there a chance that perhaps he was speaking generally regarding the Republicans taking the said states, or indeed was it 'he himself' that he was speaking of? It's the magic of media to do such editing, and with that said, whatever happened to equal time for the possible candidates. Like NO Democrats in this race have ever "back-peddled"?

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Andre Jones — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:10:51 GMT

The Great Outdoors. I appreciate nature so much that I sold my RV. I was worried about my cabon footprint. I stay home and play video games so Greenland can resume making its ice sheet. My impact on tromping down the paths of our national parks will also prevent erosion. I see that I have minimal damage by staying home. Now, what I would like to hear the news tell me is that having fried chicken for breakfast is good for me....when will you air that?

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Codi, Daytona Beach, FL — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:13:35 GMT

What are you news people smoking? One minute you are talking about global warming and how people need to go green, carpool, conserve on gas, don't drive unless we need to so we can limit emissions...bla...bla...bla...bla....now you are doing a story on how people aren't going out enough, not visiting national parks, hello? How do you get to the national park? You drive...duh. Do we really need 80,000 more people driving to our national parks, as reported on your broadcast? Make up your minds, do you want us to stay home or go out?

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Jeana Prewitt, Franklin, TN — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 22:52:36 GMT

I'd like to know why we have ads for drugs. We rarely see ads for alcohol (aside from beer). I can go out and buy a bottle of scotch if I want it. I can't simply go out and buy a drug that sounds wonderful. I have to go through my doctor. Why do we need to be subjected to ads when we can't simply go out and purchase the products? These ads should be banned. They're not targeting those who are qualified to make decisions regarding our health. They target us and we're not qualified to know what is and what isn't good for us.

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Kay Rose, La Jolla, California — Thu, 15 May 2008 17:13:32 GMT

I am 69 years old and have been involved in leadership roles in non-partisan politics for many years, the League of Women Voters as an example. I am a registered independent. In all these years, I have never seen the indiscriminate use of the power of the media by commentators, like yours at MSNBC, CNN and others in the media, who unabashedly, show their display of selective bias regarding the nominees for President. It seems you have forgotten that the right to vote is our individual citizen's most treasured possession. To abuse the power of the media, regarding politics, is reprehensible as the media is often the only source of information for many people. We deserve far better, informed, objective, reportage than you are giving. I will listen to any group of voters you interview that are representative of a cross section of opinions about their preferences for President because we are the priority, not you. Frankly, I have turned you off.

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George Temos — Thu, 22 May 2008 06:52:11 GMT

I don't mean to be too rude, but you should fire someone over the crap you did to your website.

NOW, GET RID OF THE "PRESS ESC TO EXIT FULL SCREEN MODE" TEXT FROM THE VIDEO SCREEN. THIS IS ABODE FLASH 9 AND IT ONLY HAPPENS ON YOUR SITE.

THEN FIGURE OUT WHY I HAVE TO CLICK THE VIDEO BELOW THE ONE ON THE LIST THAT I WANT FIRST, AND THEN CLICK THE ONE ABOVE IT THAT I ACTUALLY WANT TO VIEW. THINK VISTA ULTIMATE.

YAHOO'S (AND NOT THE SEARCH SITE)

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Victor Martinez — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 02:14:00 GMT

I don't think that's good enough. It should be made readily available and readily apparent where things are. This problem of finding things is the scourge of the 21st century--websites, phone menuse, tutorials. Things need to be easier to find. I looked all over the place for a complete broadcast. Whoever designed this new site designed it with themselves in mind. They need to step outside their organization and trace the steps viewers use. I didn't find the link to this explanation on the main page until after an hour. YOU CANNONT CANNOT DO THIS TO PEOPLE. READILY AVAILABLE, READILY APPARENT, TRACE THE STEPS PEOPLE TAKE TO MAKE SURE THINGS ARE CLEAR. Then you have this "how can we improve" that takes me to an MSN site that makes me go through all sortso for hoops providing info. from drop down menus that have nothing to do with providing feedback. Worse I had to select from dozens of MSN services before I got in, none of them with anything to do with MSNBC!!!

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Victor Martinez — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 02:16:04 GMT

How are we supposed to know that we need to go to video and that we are supposed to click on "as broadcast". Things should be right up front and obvious. You shouldn't impose on people like that. It's a crime!

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Victor Martinez, Calexico, Ca. — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 02:20:04 GMT

I'd like to add one thing. You need to step outside your organization and see things from the viewer's perspective. You think in terms of video clips, viewers often just want to watch the news and not be clicking on video clips. Maybe not everyone, but I suspect most everyone is most interested in the latest news!!! Duh!! But don't feel bad all organizations have this and communicate that way.

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Victor Martinez — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 02:30:39 GMT

I don't expect this will be published. My main interest is that you communicate this to your webmasters. Even though the words "previously" and "
as broadcast may seem clear enough, what I happened with me and I suspect a lot of people is that they see, the words "as broadcast", and not reading that above the dates it says "or select clips by date" and instead think "as broadcast" is a title for the dates below. In other words, you read, "as broadcast" look down see a bunch of dates and assume that it means "as broadcast" and then you can select among several dates. You can't blame the users for not reading. That's not good enough. You ahve to anticipate how things can be misunderstood. My hobby by the way is to analyze these things and email those responsible. It's really messing up society and creating frustration as society gets more complicated. It will eventually lead not only to undue stress, but to all sorts of dire consequences as technology becomes less manageable. You're expected to read all sorts of tutorials and 60 page instruction manuals. People don't have time for all that. It's an imposition and a danger to society.

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Victor, California — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 01:57:28 GMT

I think that rather than have a tiny link on your website that says, "Where to find the netcast" and sending people to read an explanation of how to find it, the more practical thing to do would be to have a link that's larger that takes you there. The fact that you have to provide that link and this explanation means you're doing something wrong. It's been months since this has been pointed out to you and you haven't changed a thing. People are not going to know what you mean by "previously". You expect people to figure it out. They shouldn't have to figure things out, you should make things more obvious and accessible.

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Dave Stalker, Bend, ORegon — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 05:37:10 GMT

Thank you for listening. I watch Meet the Press online and now I hope, the herky jerk flow of Nightly News has done away with the hitch in it's gitalong.

Oregon Cowboy with Satellite Internet

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Joy Neff Eau Claire, WI — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 02:57:31 GMT

//what ever the statement was about----the "confederate states" not cool. It leads to more separation of our nation.

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Joy Neff Eau Claire , WI — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 03:08:57 GMT

"confederate states" ---not a good way to say the "south" I can not believe that he said that. I do not know how to get to the correct web sight to tell NBC and B.W. this. I adore Brian Williams. How much more separation do we need? Joy Neff