Monday's CBS Evening News carried a brief excerpt, sans the excessively laudatory introduction: “Today I spoke with someone who knows a bit about Washington politics and the environment, former Vice President Al Gore. He's out with a new book and is on the cover of this week's edition of Newsweek.”
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Couric's been using her CBS platform for years to trumpet Gore's cause. Back in March and May of 2007, Couric celebrated “a lot of excitement on Capitol Hill. A movie star showed up to testify before Congress -- a movie star named Al Gore” and hailed: “He was once called 'Mr. Stiff.' Now he's known as 'The Goreacle,' the new Al Gore.” With “Gore 2.0" on screen, Couric set up the subsequent tribute by asserting that “no one's getting more attention than the latest edition of Al Gore.”A year later, in July of 2008, Couric heralded: “Al Gore laid down a green gauntlet today.” And she couldn't resist reminding viewers that Gore's “environmental work earned him a Nobel prize” before she helpfully cued him up on energy policy: “It really is multi-tiered, isn't it? I mean, it's a national security issue, it's an environmental issue.” Couric soon moved on to pushing Gore about accepting the VP slot or at least “being, say, an environmental czar” in Obama's administration.
Gore is scheduled to appear on tonight (Tuesday) on another CBS show, the Late Show with David Letterman.
—Brent Baker is Vice President for Research and Publications at the Media Research Center
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'Godfather of Green, the
November 3, 2009 - 09:15 ET by notonmywatch'Godfather of Green, the King of Conservation'
Anti-christian undertones. These people are disgusting.
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The "Godfather of Green" was
November 3, 2009 - 09:23 ET by SeashellThe "Godfather of Green" was on "Morning Joe" this morning and Mika could hardly read her news report before his appearance because she was so enamored by his being there. Ridiculous.
Godfather no , Fredo
November 3, 2009 - 11:06 ET by jocosobGodfather no , Fredo yes
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Only in America
November 3, 2009 - 09:28 ET by YankeeBubbaThe self-proclaimed "P.R. man for the Planet" is a joke on levels far too many to name. Leave aside his hideous personal consumption just this once. The Environmental Guru tag will be quickly dispelled to anyone that barely scratches the surface.
The ties to Occidental Petroleum, the tobacco-subsidies he continued to cash years after politically exploiting a family member's lung cancer, ad infinitum.
Ask the residents of East Liverpool, OH how they view the Goreacle. Or ask a Snail Darter, if you can find one.
Gore is one of the pioneers
November 3, 2009 - 09:31 ET by celatorGore is one of the pioneers of eco-profiteering, and that's all he is.
Couric is, as we all know, simply reading what a 19 year old intern has written for her. As always, she is in her cheerleading mode for a corrupt, leftist cause.
No citizen's right to life, liberty, pursuit of happiness, or property is safe as long as Obama is President of the United States.
Gore is a profiteer, just as his father was...
November 3, 2009 - 09:38 ET by ThalpyGore is a profiteer, just as his father was during his work as Armand Hammer's man in Washington.
You are exactly right. His
November 3, 2009 - 09:39 ET by celatorYou are exactly right. His old man was as corrupt in exploiting the energy business as his twiddly son is in this warming foolishness.
No citizen's right to life, liberty, pursuit of happiness, or property is safe as long as Obama is President of the United States.
Does anyone care
November 3, 2009 - 09:40 ET by 10ksnookerThat Gore is doing nothing but profiteering from the hoax that he generated?
I wonder what the public would think about all Gore's scam investments that he goes before Congress and testifies for. Al Gore is poised to become the world’s first “carbon billionaire,” profiteering from government green energy policies he supports.
Most would say the way the congressional Democrats shield Al Gore from having to tell the truth is criminal.
Libs don't read
November 3, 2009 - 09:49 ET by nolotrippenThere are a dozen anti-global warming books out now and one simply can't read one and not think Gore is "Not just wrong but evil." But Katie can't be bothered to read the other side. No wonder the MSM doesn't report the other side.
“It is almost impossible to distinguish a politician from a gangster.” (Will Durant, 1931)
A more apt title would be the 'Jim Jones of the Green
November 3, 2009 - 10:00 ET by bfrankUnification Church', or 'Gozer of the Greentology'. Nobel Peace Prize? It is as irrelevent as Arafat's Nobel prize. I wonder whose closet that worthless trophy now resides in?
→ Jim Jones
November 3, 2009 - 10:17 ET by Cool ArrowFunny you should mention it. I've always thought Powers Booth could play the role of Al Gore also.
LYDSEXICS UNTIE!
Not Powers Booth
November 3, 2009 - 10:25 ET by CO2MakerShirley Booth.
If Harry Smith can vamp it as Julia Child ... ?
→ Hazel?
November 3, 2009 - 10:29 ET by Cool ArrowWow, we're going way back now.
While we're at it, can we cast Spring Byington in there somewhere?
ACORN - creating or saving votes since 1970
When you wrote Spring Byington
November 3, 2009 - 10:38 ET by CO2MakerI immediately thought of Aunt Bea (Frances Bavier), whom she resembled.
Then I thought of Stuart Symington. Then Bruce Springsteen, and it went downhill from there. My free-association gene is acting up more than usual this morning.
→ Me too
November 3, 2009 - 10:43 ET by Cool ArrowI went from "December Bride" to "Pete and Gladys" to "M*A*S*H" with Sherman Potter.
ACORN - creating or saving votes since 1970
And on to
November 3, 2009 - 11:17 ET by CO2MakerPotter "I'll know it when I see it" Stewart, and now we're back to Symington.
Ah, the great free-range circle of life.
The Hero of Red Dawn?
November 3, 2009 - 11:08 ET by slickwillie2001Or Alec Baldwin. In fact Fat Al has 'Alec Baldwin' syndrome, where a significant weight gain puts so much fat on the afflicted's face that the eyes close up to slits and impair vision.
Gore actually weighs about
November 3, 2009 - 11:31 ET by celatorGore actually weighs about 125 pounds. That grotesque, bulky shape he's taken on is because he wears all his ill gotten money duct taped around his body in 1,000 dollar bills. That chipmunk look on his face is from stuffing his cheeks with cash, also. Makes his voice sound like Mickey Mouse on steroids. He got the idea from Michael Moore.
No citizen's right to life, liberty, pursuit of happiness, or property is safe as long as Obama is President of the United States.
Watch the presentation by Lord Monckton
November 3, 2009 - 11:36 ET by CO2MakerLord Christopher Monckton Speaking in St. Paul
He does a nifty parody of Algorithm's manner of talking.
But don't dump on Al's looks. After all, he had Naomi Wolff do his colors. He probably wanted her to do more of him, but , alas, his nickname wasn't "Bubba."
CO2..thank you for the
November 3, 2009 - 12:01 ET by celatorCO2..thank you for the reference to Lord Monckton. I started watching the tape, and will finish it later today. Outstanding presentation. A must watch.
No citizen's right to life, liberty, pursuit of happiness, or property is safe as long as Obama is President of the United States.
Same Old, Same Old
November 3, 2009 - 10:12 ET by dboI counted 11 lies, distortions and/or exaggerations in the first minute of this 2 minute video and Perky didn't challenge Gore on one single thing. How pathetic.
Snooze
November 3, 2009 - 10:17 ET by RoloTI have not watched a network "newscast" since forever. Interviews like this reaffirm my decision. With her hard hitting critique of Toucan Sam and her interview with the ultra-bore "man-bear-pig," little katie's viewership should start climbing........just kidding. No one watches this shite.
Is Coo-coo Katie tone deaf?
November 3, 2009 - 10:23 ET by CO2MakerKatie C**TUS calls his the "Godfather of Green"?
Long ago, that term lost its primary Christian meaning (thank you, Mario Puzo). Now, when Katie coos it as an introduction, I just see Al at a Congressional hearing (without Lord Monckton, btw) saying to the elected ignorati, "Ah'm here to make you an offer you can't refuse . . . and won't."
BTW, would you buy a public policy from a person whose name is "gore"?
Conservation of what?
November 3, 2009 - 10:25 ET by Six String SpiffConservation of what? Prosperity? A flourishing economy?
We haven't seen those in about 3 years or so.
Couric
November 3, 2009 - 11:02 ET by DrummingLawyerOf bigger concern, when did Katie Couric start to look like the anchor person for the 1984 East German women's bobsled team?
Gore - Godfather of Goofy
November 3, 2009 - 11:39 ET by jefflebowskiGore is the Godfather of Goofy, the Prince of Pathetic, the King of Krap, the Duke of Doofus, the Lord of Lard, I could go on all day.
Amazing how one guy has turned into a billionaire selling something that doesn't exist. Only in America!
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Godfather of Goofy
November 3, 2009 - 12:23 ET by CO2MakerReminds me of the old joke:
Judge: "So, Mr. Mouse. You say your wife Minnie is mentally ill?"
Mickey: "No, your honor. I said she was f****** Goofy."
AWD... Like Barnum
November 3, 2009 - 19:01 ET by bigtimerAWD...
Like Barnum said..."There's a Sucker Born Everyday"
...as Gore smiles all the way to the bank.
'Doubling down on stupid is not a particularly good idea'~Breitbart
Hey
November 3, 2009 - 12:13 ET by John53Don’t be so hard on the intelligently challenged. They have never provided any real news coverage, they were hired because they look good, and that’s why they are called talking heads. It does not matter that there is nothing in the head it merely has to look good. They are far left wing politically, so logic and fact based evidence is unnecessary.
Hey
November 3, 2009 - 12:14 ET by John53Don’t be so hard on the intelligently challenged. They have never provided any real news coverage, they were hired because they look good, and that’s why they are called talking heads. It does not matter that there is nothing in the head it merely has to look good. They are far left wing politically, so logic and fact based evidence is unnecessary.
Hey
November 3, 2009 - 12:14 ET by John53Don’t be so hard on the intelligently challenged. They have never provided any real news coverage, they were hired because they look good, and that’s why they are called talking heads. It does not matter that there is nothing in the head it merely has to look good. They are far left wing politically, so logic and fact based evidence is unnecessary.
I'm honored to be joined
November 3, 2009 - 12:27 ET by fitzfongI'm honored to be joined today by the Godfather of Green, the King of Conservation:
...the Parasite-in-Chief, the World's Greatest Liability, the real Biggest Loser, Osama bin Laden in an Armani Suit, the flesh-eating virus himself...Al Gore!
"I spent a lot of money on booze, birds and fast cars. The rest I just squandered." -George Best
When was Ms. Couric
November 3, 2009 - 14:19 ET by John53When was Ms. Couric relevant to an intelligent conversation?
Ms. Couric has always had a thing for the Gorebcle even back when he played the part of a VP of the United States. The interview will have no questions only fawning observations on Mr. Gore’s wonderful personality and absolute trustworthiness. Do not expect anything resembling an intelligent conversation or any real facts or evidence of his claim being mentioned or challenged.
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what did they mean by "Godfather"?
November 3, 2009 - 18:54 ET by UndercoverConservativeDid they mean it in an the protection-racket, organized crime, bribe the bad politicos and murder anyone who disagrees kind of way?
If so, yeah he's a godfather all right. An ugly unsophisticated and completely unsubtle one who makes Corleone's all over the world look bad.
At least the Mafia let you kiss the ring on the finger. Not the o-ring :(
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