Don't expect a fair, impartial moderator for the debate. Gwen Ifill, the moderator chosen by the Commission of Debates, is in the tank for Obama. She has a pro-Obama book coming out about the time of the inaugaration and an Obama win would help sales. Three words occur to me, conflict of interest. Can you imagine the democratic left's outcry if Sean Hannity was selected as the moderator.

The link attached is from a conservative commentator. If you will scroll down the page there is a video of the "impartial" Gwen Ifill's reaction to Sarah Palin's convention speech. Nothing like video where the camera will not conceal the truth from the lying eyes of those that would try to spin this one. UNBELIEVABLE.

Tim Russert, we miss you.

http://michellemalkin.com/2008/09/30...ank-for-obama/

WOW....that is all I can say. Both Democrats and Republicans should be insulted and upset about this !!

I am convinced that the media just decided prior to the primary that Sen Obama should be the next President. The backers of Sen Clinton saw how it worked, complained and got nowhere and it continues !

OMG!! I can't believe I am typing this but my hands won't stop...I AGREE with BOTH of you!!

AAHHHHH......where has my mind gone... my left sided voice has left me!!

I truly do believe that we should have someone very impartial...and I do miss Tim Russert too!

I am not sure why the commissioners would choose her...is there no one left amongst journalist that could possibly be a little more unbiased and fair?

Even more interesting will be the camera work during the debate. Watch for the cut-aways onto Gov. Palin when Sen. Biden is speaking. Trying to show a glimpse of her in an uncomplimentary way seems to be cine-sport now, and shots of Sen. Biden in such a manner will be avoided at all costs.

It is sad when these events become who can upstage whom. It would be better if these debates were audio-only to keep the video-gamesmanship at a minimum.

this election has nothing to do with the will of the people. You know the media is fully aware the impact the moderator they have chosen will have on intelligent people of the planet.
And just like our representatives do in Washington they do what ever is in their best interest.....regardless of we the people.
I also think the Palin debate preparation team will take these tactics into account. My bet is she does better than expected (an impossible measurable...I know).

We shall see. What the opposition or the media can't influence is her appeal to the average Dick and Jane who feel they have someone to relate with...not uppity....non elitist...talks freely of home and family...

All the supposed intellectual evaluation, conclusion and subsequent bashing really adds no value. The people, maybe for a change will not listen to just the partisan political canned rhetoric.....if there is any anywhere by anybody...why do you think the Dems are working so hard in the rust belt states and the swing states.....the know they don't have a lock on anything.


BTK

are casting chum on shark infested waters....

BTK

Just read a bit more about this lady. Frankly, she should be replaced and the McCain campaign should demand it. They will not, of course, as that would simply add fuel to the ongoing war on McCain as it is.

She has had complaints before about allowing her bias to show, and how this was kept secret from the McCain camp is just beyond me. Imagine the outrage if ANYONE CONNECTED TO SEN MCCAIN IN ANYWAY were selected and then add that it appears that it was kept secret....just imagine the outrage, and it would be justified !

To be fair, I just read in the Washington Post that this book was not a secret...that it was discussed earlier this month in an article, and I have no reason not to believe that.

That does not mitigate all the other trappings of this story !!

The expectation of how Gov. Palin will do Friday night will be mighty low after her "performance" with Katie Couric. Here is the exact exchange for one question:

COURIC: Why isn't it better, Governor Palin, to spend $700 billion helping middle-class families who are struggling with health care, housing, gas and groceries; allow them to spend more and put more money into the economy instead of helping these big financial institutions that played a role in creating this mess?

PALIN: That's why I say I, like every American I'm speaking with, were ill about this position that we have been put in where it is the taxpayers looking to bail out. But ultimately, what the bailout does is help those who are concerned about the health-care reform that is needed to help shore up our economy, helping the—it's got to be all about job creation, too, shoring up our economy and putting it back on the right track. So health-care reform and reducing taxes and reining in spending has got to accompany tax reductions and tax relief for Americans. And trade, we've got to see trade as opportunity, not as a competitive, scary thing. But one in five jobs being created in the trade sector today, we've got to look at that as more opportunity. All those things under the umbrella of job creation. This bailout is a part of that.
(What in the world did she say?)

Ms Ifill has written a book about four black politicians including Senator Obama and the Governor of Massachusetts. It has not yet been published. No one knows what she has said about Senator Obama or any one else. Her performance as moderator of past debates and other appearances and her past writings as a reporter are certainly up for scrutiny to validate whether or not she shows a public bias toward black or Democratic interviewees. In a recent interview with the Washington Post she said she had not made up her mind yet as to who she will be voting for.

Why don't we wait until after the debate to determine whether or not she gave governor Palin a fair shake in the debate? Remember, all we have at this point is a book title.

Originally Posted by rwcw

Ms Ifill has written a book about four black politicians including Senator Obama and the Governor of Massachusetts. It has not yet been published. No one knows what she has said about Senator Obama or any one else. Her performance as moderator of past debates and other appearances and her past writings as a reporter are certainly up for scrutiny to validate whether or not she shows a public bias toward black or Democratic interviewees. In a recent interview with the Washington Post she said she had not made up her mind yet as to who she will be voting for.

Why don't we wait until after the debate to determine whether or not she gave governor Palin a fair shake in the debate? Remember, all we have at this point is a book title.

I would suggest that you google her name and check on her PAST PERFORMANCE IN DEBATES

I dont care...I think she can be objective and hope there is nothing to make it doubtful...just seems like pretty poor spin on the debate !

Originally Posted by Bucco

I would suggest that you google her name and check on her PAST PERFORMANCE IN DEBATES

I dont care...I think she can be objective and hope there is nothing to make it doubtful...just seems like pretty poor spin on the debate !

HHhmmmm...sorry but now I AM confused....I know it doesn't take much my friend....BUT....do you think she CAN or CAN NOT be objective?

Just curious....

Originally Posted by Cassie325

HHhmmmm...sorry but now I AM confused....I know it doesn't take much my friend....BUT....do you think she CAN or CAN NOT be objective?

Just curious....

Having watched her a number of times....None of those times where she supposedly put down Gov Palin....I would say yes.

There are two things that bother me....HOW could those who set this up allow this to happen simply for the appearance ?

Secondly, after watching her report on the convention speech of Gov Palin I was really put off by her attitude displayed (this video is now around the net).

Again, I think yes....maybe only because all of this publicity will sort of make put the spotlight on her !

THIS DOES NOT change my view of the media in general...Sen Clinton's campaign had it correct....THEY have decided on who they want to be elected....oh, I am beginning to really get off the topic...sorry !

Originally Posted by cabo35

Don't expect a fair, impartial moderator for the debate. Gwen Ifill, the moderator chosen by the Commission of Debates, is in the tank for Obama. She has a pro-Obama book coming out about the time of the inaugaration and an Obama win would help sales. Three words occur to me, conflict of interest. Can you imagine the democratic left's outcry if Sean Hannity was selected as the moderator.

The link attached is from a conservative commentator. If you will scroll down the page there is a video of the "impartial" Gwen Ifill's reaction to Sarah Palin's convention speech. Nothing like video where the camera will not conceal the truth from the lying eyes of those that would try to spin this one. UNBELIEVABLE.

Tim Russert, we miss you.

http://michellemalkin.com/2008/09/30...ank-for-obama/

Now I've seen it all! You're all defending Palin before the debate has even taken place???? Wow, talk about the "fear factor".

If there was anything at all to this, I would think the "Duh" McCain campaign would have protested. Calm down folks. Sarah's scintillating insights are only a day away. "Tomorrow . . . tomorrow . . . I love ya . . . tomorrow . . . it's only a day away . . . "

How racist can you be? Ifill was picked last year before Obama was even the candidate. Her book was already in the works. She hasn't even written the chapter on Obama yet. It goes back over forty years. She was selected by both parties because of her impartial background. You would never question a whilte moderator who was writing a book about politics. Anything to try and slant things your way. Why don't you just say what is really bothering you about her.