Probably all of the above, but my initial reaction was that Jackson felt it was very important to plant an idea in the mind of the guy sitting next to him, which probably was financially motivated.

Good morning Ms. Alisyn,

All of the above.

Actually, Jackson has never been about anything but Jackson. He’s an angry and bitter racist who makes a living race baiting and demanding tribute from large companies.

He is now and has been for a long time, well, a has been.

Morning Ms. Audra.

I hope you ladies have a wonderful day.

chas

It is really a non-event. BHO will (already has) “forgiven” Jessee. You will never get anyone on that side of the aisle to criticize Jackson for it, nor will you find anyone over there to acknowledge it was a fair criticism.

Finally, if a white person had said something to that effect he/she would likely be labaled racist by those same Jackson apologists.

I personally believe Sen. Obama’s success has marginalized a number of black leaders including Rev Jackson. His faith based ideas cut right into Rev. Jacksons income. Remember the only higher paid Reverand of our time was Rev. Moon. Although his comment sounded more like that of a Mafia Don then a man of God. Great question as usual. Be Well

Jesse Jackson is a corporate blackmailer. He is upset (mad) because Obama is the #1 star now. Jesse showed what he is made of. He calls himself a minister and makes such a crude comment? My opinion ….Jesse is a NUT!!!!!

I’m listening to Jack Reed and I would like one good example where sanctions worked.
Has it really worked in North Korea? Cuba? Iraq?

If Imus said something like that there would be riots in the streets. Strange world in which we live…..

good morning,

“rev” jesse jackson lets his true self shine through once again.

Mornin’ Marhsall.

The expression on Dr. Reed V. Tuckson’s face was priceless. I don’t think he was very impressed with the rhyming rev.

Sean,

Sanctions don’t work for one simple reason. They tend to get used against tyrants, not democracies.

Since the sactions don’t really effect the life and wealth of those tyrants, only thier people, (and seriously do you think they care about their prople?), so of course it is only a gesture.

chas

Mornin’ Sean!

It is not the the cutification of the nutification that is the true proclamation of the emancipation……

If any right leaning white person had said it, the MSM would be calling for their head on a platter.

Chas,
You just stole my thunder, but at least I do not have to follow up my question. LOL

Marshall, that’s funny.

Since Senator Obama is not towing the party line according to Jesse, he is to be mocked!! Jesse is yesterday’s paper and he has to realize the world has changed since the 1960’s. Obama has every right to speak out like he did on Father’s Day “Any fool can make a baby!!” If Jesse doesn’t like it–Too bad!!!! Jesse needs to become a victor and quit being the eternal victim.

OTT - I thought it was awesome that FoxNews brought E.D. Hill back,saw her last night on the 5 o’clock show.She should get her old show at 2 pm back also.It was a kneejerk,purely political reaction that prompted Fox News to sideline her in the first place,which was clearly erroneous.These new Rev. Jackson comments put E.D.’s comments in a whole new and innocuous light by comparison.

Also,keep the heat coming Alisyn you keep looking better and better.If you got it flaunt it Alisyn…and we all agree you got it .

Fighting off daydreams of Alisyn (still),
Elias

Contrary to popular belief the Afro American community is not as united as many would believe. As you can see there is a generational rift developing between the old guard and the new. Jessie Jacksons claim to fame has always been his presence at the death of Martin Luther King. Obama is building a new power base that does not include people like Jackson. To add insult to injury many of Obama closest advisers are not drawn from the Afro American community.

Obama is big on symbolism and is co-opting the image and the mantle of Martin Luther King by accepting the nomination of the Democratic party on the anniversary date of Martin Luther King’s “I have a dream speech” in front of 75 thousand people and Jackson is jealous. You can see that from his hot mike comments.

Alisyn everyone left me to go on a trip you know any way I can keep myself entertained?

morming Alisyn…..
I agree with Chas….it’s all of the above….
morning Chas and Marshall….

I LOVE IT!

Ahh, the “Party of the People”

Except “typical white people,” “angry bitter people hanging onto their guns and religions with antipathy for those that are not like them,” the people of Michigan and Florida and all the Billary voters tossed under the bus when the DNC “selected” the false messiah and kicked Bilary to the curb.

The brilliant strategic planning that bastardized the Dimocratic (that’s how I spell it) Primary process, in constant bickering and facade that is their “unity”, the great material for my blog (http://lmosworld.blogspot.com/).

I get misty from laughter.

And I am not giving the GOP a pass, but the Dimocrats have, in effect, been in charge since 2006………..hmmmmm, who shall I vote for, LOL

Mornin’ Jimmy!

It would be interesting if Fox would examine all the people behind Obama and advising him. I can’t halp but feel that Obama is just the front man for the rock-n-roll band.

Hey Alisyn,

Jesse Jackson…….what a clown!

But you know what? It’s my Birthday today, so I don’t really care!

Have a great day!

Pat

Good Morning Alisyn, Chas, Marshall and the rest of the morning group.

Rev. Jackson is a racist turd. You can polish it, paint it, purfume it up, but a turd is still a turd. If you don’t like BHO then have the stones to say you don’t like him. And really, like Jackson hasn’t been around long enough to keep his mouth shut while a camera is in front of him.

I sit in teleconferences all the time and I don’t care if that little red mute light is on or not, I keep my mouth shut!

And BHO forgiving him, saying he has a friendship with him that will get through this. Hey BHO, you want to be the leader of the biggest, baddest country in the free world? Act like you have a set and tell Jackson to pack sand! <—-Pack Sand was re-editted for morning television.

When Jackson was invited to the O’Riley Factor.

I almost feel bad for BHO. Between Jackson, Wright and Clinton, BHO is going to spend all his time in damage control mode and McCain is going to be able to sit on his couch, each chips, and watch the election from home.

We need a good definition of “flip-flop.” To me it is when a person changes his positions to suit the latest trends in hopes of grabbing a few votes.

On the other hand, when one changes positions based on solid information and existing conditions, that is not a flip-flop. That is WISDOM!

Good morning Alisyn,

Probably “all the above”. Why do the Dem’s. and most media say it’s alright and let’s move on because Jackson said he was sorry and Senator “here’s what I think today” accepted the apology? What other choice did Obama have but to accept it? What would be the outcry this morning is a white Rev. had made that comment?

BTW, you do look marvelous today!

Morning Jimmy.

Sorry Sean, didn’t mean to steal from you. But it does show we think alike. Bad thing for you my friend…lol.

Happy Birthday Pat.

I hope it is a good one. Depending on where you live in MN, you could have a birthday dinner at Norman McQuack’s (spelling?). I dined there in May of 07 and it was a great place.

Marshall!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Have you been drinking the Kool-Aid?

I would not let Obama run a McDonald’s franchise, let alone the country……………..wisdom? Obama?

Comical

Someone run down what this man has accomplished in his short carreer and bear in mind I am from Chicago where he was a “community organizer” and know better.

ready…….GO! LOL

Jesse said what he said to help Obama, It will make him look “not so radical” to the average white person!!!

Maybe the Rev Jackson is a bit upset at the criticism of absenty fathers in the black communitee since he himself was caught a few years back having fathered a child out of wedlock and then basically ignoring any responsibility as the father of the child.
Or maybe he is mad at Obama for succeeding as a candidate where he failed. Or Jackson feels his run in the 80s made it possible for Obama to run now and not be discounted but that Obama isn’t giving Jackson any respect for that.

Personally I think Jackson has spent so much time in tv studios mic’ed up that he is used to it and didn’t give it a second thought. Familiarity breeds contempt. He was only whispering so other people in the room didn’t hear him.

I am wondering if this would be considered as much of a story if Jackson hadn’t included the comment about neutering Obama? Otherwise he was only making a private comment that he felt Obama is talking down to blacks. Throughout the primaries people were saying Obama had a superiority attitude and was talking down to voters.

where is wednesday’s atss? happy b-day Pat.

I think this is an introduction to the nation of how the blk community communicates. Non-blk people don’t really understand what is going down. Brother Jackson and Brother Obama are just working our their issues.

Was there a Wednesday ATSS? Please post it.

Jim.

Happy Birthday Pat in Minnesota!!!!!!! ~~~ and many more……

NO FED TAX ON OVERTIME! McCAINE WILL WIN THE WHITHOUSE FOR SURE..

Alisyn posed the question of if not sanctions, what should be done?

I’ve heard that trying to introduce western goods, capitalism and hopefully western culture. I don’t know if that would work w/ Iran, their culture would be tough to crack in that regard. One thing about Iran, they do not have an identity crisis. They know who they are and who they hate, Isreal, U.S. etc…..

Should we let Isreal handle them? I don’t know about that, such an action would likely put more of a strain on our military in the area and possibly undermine the improvements we and the Iraqi’s have made.

Do they not currently trade with China and Russia? Is there any leverage there?

Hi Alisyn, Great question this morning, I agree with all the above everyone is right on this morning!!! Good one about Brian, you are quick!!!!! I’d like to know what state Tim Castleman is from, I know the trucks here on Michigan highway are not driving 55mph, I’m on cruise at 70 they pass us all the time…. Here in our area we have those wonderful garbage trucks from Cananda on the highways all the time…..McCain in 08!!!!!

Ok, I’m new and have a question.

What is ATSS? I know I will have a Homer moment (DOH!) when someone tells me.

As Mr. Jackson’s friend Oprah has quoted numerous times: “When someone shows you a window into themselves, believe it.”. This was no mistake, his apology sounds empty and everything that Marshall has said is right on. Mr. Jackson is as two-faced as they come and thanks to Fox News, we all got to see it!!:)

Luis - I must not have made my definition of flip-flop clear. It is clear that Obama’s positions are changing daily based upon the latest polls. I see that as flip-flopping.

McCain changed his position on drilling because it is the wise thing to do at this point in time. I see that as a wise move with a solid foundation of knowledge.

We don’t want a leader that is so invariable that he/she can’t change, but we do want someone with a solid core rooted in a fundamental respect and love of this country.

sean,

the atss is when the monkey comes out!!

It’s the “After the Show Show” Sean. A 5 to 15 minute show only seen on the internet.

Jim. If you click on the more videos on the Home Page and then go to the bottom section and click on “Shows”. It list F&F, click on that and the AtSS from the last 2 days is generally there.

chas

Marshall,

I apologize if I jumped the gun (too much coffee and Obama hatred, LOL ).

Carry on my brother.

Vote McCain or join the insane…………………………………;)

Morning fellow bloggers. Your smile was really great this morning Alisyn. Nothing new to add to the comments. Jackson has always been a waste of good oxygen.

How about this for Iran: Let’s announce that same sex marriage is legal in Iran!! That would stir things up for them. By the way, where the h-e-double tootch picks is Sean Penn in this mess? He was all over protecting an Iraqi regime that used wealons of mass destruction against it’s own people.

good morning,
i think jesse jackson knew exactly what he was doing. like you said he is no greenhorn to an open mic. what his intentions were i have no clue. if nothing else it once again keeps him in the spotlight. marshall, i thought flip-flop was a type of summer-time sandal!

DOH!

Thanks Chas.

JT, funny solution.

ps. I am not Sean Penn. I’m younger and better looking.

I like Bobby Jindal.

As always, you do look mav-e-lust this morning Alisyn.

It did enter my mind that if those buttons on your skirt were bright blue, you would look very patriotic.

Sean ATSS = After the Show Show ….. you can tune to watch it on your computer

Good Morning Alisyn,
I dont know what happen to my comment,
but Its all of the above, [ Happy Birthday Pat]
Good Morning everyone.
Sal

Did Jackson’s comments really surprise anyone?????

55 mph speed limit? I’d like to know where that guy is driving where the trucks are already driving 55 or 60. He’s sure not on I-70. (Right, Steve?)

Happy Birthday Pat and many happy returns.

Morning Alisyn,

You mentioned the stalling of the Bronx Zoo ride for five hours. In the story it said the situation was worsened by a thunderstorm. My thought is that I hope no one was in need of using the bathroom during that five hours. Agghh!

The thing about Jackson is if Obama gets elected guys like Jackson and Sharpton become irrelevant. They won’t have the leverage they so need to control and muscle their way through the political landscape. IMO anyway.

Stay hot!

Good morning Alysin,

Way back…maybe even before the wheel was invented..I remember watching Jesse Jackson on TV. He was addressing a group of young people. One of the first things he said was something similar to “take off your hats and show some respect”. He gave a fine speech about becoming a good example for his race. I was very impressed. This myabe have been the early 1970’s.

I am sure things slip out that are NOT intended for the media but these are probably the minority.

Happy Birthday to PAT in Minnesota. I hope you have some time to do something you really enjoy today. Celebrate the day to the fullest.

Quilts of Valor
Making quilts for the war wounded one soldier at a time

Jindal rocks. He speaks very directly. No equivocation.

Watch him, he has a good start to become more than gov of LA.

Good morning Alysin,

Nicely put Chas…and I agree, of course, and it is sad that the reverend Jesse decided this course isn’t it? And the Al, has followed right behind…too toooooo sad.
Good morning Sean and Luis and Marshall, and alllllll the smart fans on this most wonderful place to be. My day off!!! And the third “anniversary” of the ankle and the wheely chair event, that introduced me to the land of blogging. For those who “followed” that event, the ankle is healing, or so the “nurse practitioner” assured me, anyway. Of course, being a military brat, I certainly recognize “clinic” medicine, and continue to wonder why one pays premium prices to NOT SEE THE DOCTOR??? Hummm…seems a little bit of a scam? Yes, I think so, for sure. To further agitate the situation, the “doctor” was unable to address the arm issue, as “that would be separate from”, so would need a different appointment. Not to worry though…no exam was given regarding the arm, BUT, the “nurse practitioner” told me it was “probably” my neck, and gave me a PAMPHLET. There was absolutely no necessity to go to the office for this appointment. Could have done the whole of it over the phone while floating in the pool!!!!!! I am furious, and I think citizens should be outraged by the high handed behavior of this community. I AM totally covered by insurance, and this IS ridiculous.
The judge is on and I do love the judge. We continue to be amazed by the jr senator from Illinois, and his “supporters”. Just whose side are these people on anyway? One must wonder for sure. We continue to wait for the convention to see who the dems actually appoint to represent them in this election.
In the mean time…it is MY BIRTHDAY!!! and I am off to start the celebration today. Swimming and playing all day with friends. NO t.v. to interfere with the festive mood…lots of laughing and swimming, ending with a concert down town, by the river, this evening. It is a beautiful day here in Ohio, in this beautiful country we are privileged to be citizens of. Don’t forget to smile, smile and smile again.
Have a wonderful day everyone, and Alysin…thanks again for this most wonderful place to be.

I like Jindal too. He is definitely one to watch for in the future.

Do you think that Obama has been away from that church long enough that all the brainwashing has diminished and he now realizes he should have been a Republican all along?

Morning all!

I’m posting all sorts of stuff and it’s not showing up.

Well, I guess my comments about Jesse Jackson and Obama weren’t acceptable by the computer. Too bad the FNC computer edits things before even Alisyn has a chance to read and approve or delete them.

I Jindal can straighten out the political mess that is Louisiana he will be a national hero for sure! That will be one BIG job!!!!

Good morning Alisyn, You look simply radiant! Any chance of getting Dennis Miller on F&F? Wish I could stay and watch you do the news all day.

Jackson, Sharpton, Wright, Farrakhan…Racists!

Obama, have some stones and tell Jackson to pack sand and don’t accept his apology. He is apologizing because he got caught and it’s damage control, not because he is concerned with your friendship.

Jim

Jindal is the kind of common sense leader this country needs.
I hope to see him become POTUS some day.

Hi Ali

Everytime a white person says something wrong about a black person Al Sharpton is always on your show. Where’s is he now that a black person says something about a black person?

Regards
mike form kansas

My post didn’t show either, Jim. We’ll see if this one comes up. When I refresh, it never quite finishes. Anyone have any ideas?

Whether Jessie intended his comments to be heard publicly or not, it’s the first thing he has said that I agree with.

little jesse will have no purpose in life if obama gets elected….maybe he can go back to school and improve his speaking ability….or maybe he can get a coanchor job with that head case on msnbc olberman

I cannot stand Keith Olberman.
I am not a huge O’Reilley fan but he is head and shoulders above Olberman. Not even a contest.

Thanks Liz…that makes me feel better.:)

Good morning everyone, Howdy Alisyn hope you have a wonderful day, you make mine better each morning! I am I don’t think Rev.Jackson cared that his comments were broadcast. I agree with Marshall ,had Imus made the same remarks people would want to lynch him.

Ok, I am limited to one-liners this morning.

Jackson: turd.

Obama screwed by Wright, Jackson and Clinton.

The same thing happened when we were talking about Al Sharpton on Imus last week the comment were not posting whos working this blog.

Vote: McCain

Hi Alisyn,

I think if we could hear what many of our leaders and public figures say behind closed doors, or their true thoughts, the Nation would be crestfallen. The faux civility and what passes for principles in Washington have become cartoonish. I’m not a Jackson fan, but it’s telling that he feels strong enough rergarding Obama’s shape shifting lately to be overheard. So much for Secretary of the Interior Jesse!

By the way Ali, I posted a comment yesterday which did not make it, probably a wi-fi bump here. Also I slammed Barry Bonds pretty hard. I ended the post with the words below which may be against the rules, I hope not. I was responding to what i would do with 4 years left to live till 2012:

I would tell my girlfriend Suzanne that she is the air that I breathe, and that even the end of the world could not dim my eternal love for her. I would tell her she has rescured me from quiet anonymity, and is the woman I prayed for even as a child. I would ask her to Marry me, and if she sees this, she can take this as the first of a thousand ways I will offer her my heart on bended knee.

Thanks Ali, Fox Rox

And thanks God, I promise I’ll take care of your beautiful girl.

Good Morning Alysin, Chas, Sal, Liz, Marshall, Jim, Jimmy and everyone else.