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McCain's RNC Introduction Video

Here is the video bio used to introduce Senator McCain at the Republican National Convention:

Olbermann and Matthews lose MSNBC anchor chair

MSNBC removes its incendiary anchors, Keith Olbermann and Chris Matthews:

After months of accusations of political bias and simmering animosity between MSNBC and its parent network NBC, the channel decided over the weekend that the NBC News correspondent and MSNBC host David Gregory would anchor news coverage of the coming debates and election night.

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The change — which comes in the home stretch of the long election cycle — is a direct result of tensions associated with the channel’s perceived shift to the political left.

MSNBC’s coverage of the political conventions frequently descended into on-air squabbles between Olbermann and Matthews, embarrassing some workers at NBC’s news division, and quite possibly alienating viewers. MSNBC remains in last place among the broadcast and cable news networks.

The article goes on to reference Olbermann's outrageous cowering tirade against the RNC's tribute to 9/11 victims. I can't say I'm sorry to see Olbermann lose the anchor spot. He is much too partisan to be a "news anchor." Olbermann's 9/11 tribute tirade makes that point very clear.

Olbermann: Not Appropriate To Remember 9/11

MSNBC's left wing extremist mouth piece, Keith Olbermann, took exception to the 9/11 tribute presented at the Republican National Convention. After the video, Olbermann, shamefully cowering away from the rest of the MSNBC broadcasters, complained about tribute:

I'm sorry, it's necessary to say this and I wanted to separate myself from the others on the air about this. If at this late date, any television network had of its own accord showed that much videotape, and that much graphic videotape of 9/11, and I speak as somebody who lost a few friends there, it, we, would be rightly eviscerated at all quarters, perhaps by the Republican Party itself, for exploiting the memories of the dead and perhaps even for trying to evoke that pain again. If you reacted to that videotape the way I did, I apologize. It is a subject of great pain for many of us still and was probably not appropriate to be shown. We'll continue in a moment.

Watch the video:

Olbermann objects to remembering the 9/11 terror attacks against America because reminders of the terror attacks make his left wing extremist views seem less acceptable.

Governor Sarah Palin's Acceptance Speech At The RNC

Imagine the pressure that was on Governor Palin last night. The Democrats and their supporters in the elite media, in a disgusting display of "Palin derangement syndrome fever," dumped tons scorn and derision on her in the days since McCain named Governor Palin as his running mate.

Those critics were convinced that the Governor of Alaska wasn't ready for prime time. Those nattering nabobs of negativism must have been shocked at the marvelous speech Governor Palin delivered.

Even the biased media had to admit Governor Palin tuned in a big league performance. According to U.S. News Political Bulletin, reaction by the broadcast punditry was positive:

On NBC, Tom Brokaw said a few moments after Palin concluded, "Tonight makes a very auspicious debut as the vice presidential candidate before this hall and a national television audience. She could not have been more winning or engaging."

On CBS, Bob Schieffer said after the speech, "I think she passed the first test. The people in this hall absolutely loved this speech. ... Now we'll see how it plays with the rest of the country."

On ABC, George Stephanopoulos said, "There were a lot beautiful and effective lines in this speech."

On ABC's Nightline, Stephanopoulos added, "She definitely gets an A. ... It was appealing and funny and warn at times. Very, very tough at times as well. And she really did have an ability to bring these things down to earth, bring it down to earth."

On CBS, Jeff Greenfield said she "made a very strong first impression, the kind Republicans want appealing to people beyond the base."

On NBC, Brian Williams referred to a "tough and warmly received speech," while on MSNBC, David Gregory said, "I think this was a very strong presentation. ... If this was a first test for...Palin on the national stage...then she's gone a long way toward being very successful."

On CNN, Wolf Blitzer said, "She really did hit it out of the park tonight not only here but for millions of Americans watching across the country. No doubt...their first real impression of her had to be very, very positive given this speech that was obviously very carefully written but very well delivered." Anderson Cooper added, "If anyone is wondering why she is such a popular governor in the state of Alaska, you saw the answer tonight."

On CBS, Democratic strategist Joe Trippi said, "She passed this test with flying colors, but this one was controlled, a crowd that adored her with a teleprompter. Now she has to go out, face the press, answer their questions, see how she does against Joe Biden.

If you missed Governor Palin's speech, or just want to listen to it again here's the video:

Well done Governor Palin!

RNC bio video of Governor Sarah Palin.

Here is the video bio the RNC produced to introduce Governor Sarah Palin:

Huckabee Gave A Great Speech At The RNC

Former Governor Mike Huckabee did a great job in addressing the Republican National Convention. His best lines:

On why he is a Republican:

"I’m not a Republican because I grew up rich, but because I didn't want to spend the rest of my life poor, waiting for the government to rescue me."

On the type of change John McCain will bring to Washington: blockquote>"John McCain doesn’t want the kind of change that allows the government to reach deeper into your paycheck and pick your doctor, your child’s school, or even the kind of car you drive or how much you inflate the tires."On Governor Sarah Palin:

"Palin got more votes running for mayor of Wasilla than Biden did running for POTUS."

On the potential consequences of Obama’s lack of experience and judgment in foreign policy:

"Maybe the most dangerous threat of an Obama presidency is that he would continue to give madmen the benefit of the doubt. If he’s wrong just once, we will pay a heavy price."

Well Done.

Fired Up Over Governor Palin

According to Marc Ambinder, Josh Green says the Republican National Convention delegates are not enthusiastic about Governor Palin as McCain's running mate.

That is nothing like the reaction I've experienced here at the RNC. Everyone I have spoken with about Palin here is unhesitatingly enthusiastic and fired up about Palin. No negative, all very positive.

RNC 8/31/08

After arriving in Minneapolis - Saint Paul I found fellow RedStaters, absentee and Adam C. absentee and I headed over to the Minneapolis Convention Center to get credentials. Before getting credentials absentee and I ran into an "interesting" parade/demonstration.

After enjoying the entertainment value provided by these folks, we got our credentials, and it was off to the reception/screening of An American Carol, where we caught up with Adam and Moe. If you don't appreciate the anti-American views of the Michael Moore left wing extremists, and you liked the humor in movie Airplane you will want to see this movie.

Watch the following trailer:

After the screening, we were entertained by Code Pink protesters exercising their first amendment rights.

absentee and I then took off in search of more protesters, but all we found were the Ron Paul disciples.

After discovering that the Rombots displayed no threat, it was time to find the RedState gang. We located Adam C., and Moe. Then we found Eric, Ben, Josh Trevino and Soren, and found a place to break bread and bend elbows. A good time was had by all, including numerous friends that stopped by to visit. And we were eventually joined by Mark Impomeni.