While several media outlets (think ABC, for one) have tried to pry open a gap of disagreement between Cindy McCain and John McCain on abortion, to name just one issue, here's one thing Larry King didn't try on Michelle Obama on Wednesday: do you and Barack differ on some issues? Why not? Mrs. Obama has often suggested her husband needs her correction. But guess what? Larry King thought that was a great question for daughter Meghan McCain when she appeared on September 15:
KING: There has to be areas, especially young girl living in New York, going to Columbia, where she disagrees with her father. What are they? That's fair, open game.
M. MCCAIN: I mean, there's lots of issues that I disagree with my father, but there's a lot of issues that I agree as well. I never really feel comfortable coming out and saying what exact issues, because I'm not the one running. And I think it's important to support him and what he's doing. That's really it.
KING: One might guess you'd be for choice.
M. MCCAIN: Pardon me?
KING: Choice.
M. MCCAIN: I don't want to talk about that stuff if that's OK. I would rather stick to my book and the campaign.
It was even on screen: DO MEGHAN, DAD AGREE ON ISSUES? This came right after the graphic: MEGHAN: "OBSESSED" WITH PALIN.
The interview was mostly soft and friendly, devoted to discussing her children's book on her dad's life and how she likes the campaign trail and her blogging for the McCain website. But the double standard is showing.
—Tim Graham is Director of Media Analysis at the Media Research Center
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October 10, 2008 - 15:29 ET by NorthCoaster"Larry King obsessed with McCain negatives, covers for Obama negatives"
I think it makes a lot more
October 10, 2008 - 15:32 ET by balboaI think it makes a lot more sense to ask a daughter of her age where she disagrees with her dad than it does to ask someone's wife.
Why? McNotObama '08
October 10, 2008 - 15:37 ET by Chris NormanWhy?
McNotObama '08
Sexism is on hold in this election right?
October 10, 2008 - 16:01 ET by SRPwrdBecause a man's wife is his property, so Michelle agrees with him. Obviously!
I'm sure I've heard Laura
October 10, 2008 - 16:07 ET by Chris NormanI'm sure I've heard Laura Bush pressed on where she may disagree politically with her husband. Why is Michelle exempt from this question. Perhaps King can't imagine anyone, least of all his wife disagreeing with Obama.
McNotObama '08
King is trying to create
October 10, 2008 - 18:02 ET by general companyKing is trying to create fracturs, to add to his "freak show". While hoping he doesnt exspose anything of relivence with the Dems. Bal is just being his usefull self.
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
When he said One might
October 10, 2008 - 19:06 ET by motherbeltWhen he said One might guess you'd be for choice I wish she had said "Why?"
I would have loved to hear his answer.
That's what I was thinking.
October 10, 2008 - 19:11 ET by SRPwrdThat's what I was thinking.
anyone
October 10, 2008 - 16:00 ET by pwozanyone that gets involved with a campaign is free game.
she's cute.
Why would anyone guess
October 10, 2008 - 16:20 ET by Donovan16Why would anyone guess that, you liberal puke. Of all the issues this is the one these leftist monsters seem to worship the most.
Not everyone is involved with your Death Cult. I just can't believe that would be the one thing he'd want to bring up. Whether it's Cindy McCain or Condolezza Rice these "journalists" just can't help themselves.
Speaking of cute, pwoz.
October 10, 2008 - 18:26 ET by KarmaI like your comment.
Reminds me of the Fox News slogan. Free and Balanced.
Go play on a liberal blog Balboa,
October 10, 2008 - 16:49 ET by IamTinmanYou're wearing out your welcome.
I have three daughters of voting age and I have no idea whether they agree with me or not. I raised them to think on their own. And if Larry King persisted in asking them questions which were none of his business, I'd plant a size 12 wide in his fat senile ass!!
Tinman,
October 10, 2008 - 18:42 ET by Indiana JoeI got a 14W you can borrow. Two of 'em, in fact.
Feel free. ;^)
"... smells like.... victory." - Lt. Col. Bill Kilgore, Apocalypse Now
Right on, IamT
October 10, 2008 - 19:15 ET by BlondeAnd I'd add my "Sarah Palin's"....with the four inch heels.
David Gregory, do you know which damn network you lie for? ~ Uncle Jimbo, @Blackfive
I have three daughters of
October 10, 2008 - 22:11 ET by balboaI have three daughters of voting age and I have no idea whether they agree with me or not.
Thus the question Larry posed to this daughter. But I'm sure we'd all be impressed with your kicking on old man. Very rational, very logical.
He's not that much older than I am, Balboa.
October 11, 2008 - 03:13 ET by IamTinmanAnd impressing you is the least of my interests.
And what business is of his, mine, or yours whether she agrees with her father or not? She's not running for office and her opinions are obviously private, not gossip fodder for that old gasbag.
Tinman, Larry's job is to
October 11, 2008 - 12:50 ET by balboaTinman, Larry's job is to ask questions. Whether you like them or not doesn't really matter. This is a perfectly logical question to ask a daughter of someone running for office. If you don't want her to be gossip fodder for the old man you'd like to kick, please write her and ask her to refrain from being on such shows.
Sorry bal.
October 11, 2008 - 22:34 ET by KarmaKING: One might guess you'd be for choice.
You're smarter than that, bal. That is not a question. It's a statement.
Are you an advocate for murdering unborn children?
That's a question.
Yeah, that's not a
October 12, 2008 - 09:13 ET by balboaYeah, that's not a statement at all...
Balboa wearing out his welcome?
October 10, 2008 - 22:34 ET by shawn228Hasn't Bal been a member a year and a half longer than you have? Why should he have to go to a liberal blog when he enjoys to debate on this blog?
Real life video games are cool
Time? Does anyone really know what time it is
October 10, 2008 - 22:50 ET by general companyI think he was just suggesting that he might feel more at home
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
Kudos to Meghan
October 10, 2008 - 16:32 ET by dvdaughtryKING: One might guess you'd be for choice.
M. MCCAIN: Pardon me?
KING: Choice.
M. MCCAIN: I don't want to talk about that stuff if that's OK. I would rather stick to my book and the campaign.
Well done by Miss McCain to not take the bait
You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?
dvd,
October 10, 2008 - 18:47 ET by Indiana JoeYeah, wasn't that sweet of Uncle Larry?
Hey, King, why would you assume a woman would be for abortion? There are pro-life women, you know.
Larry King is an unapologetic sexist.
And that accusation has more evidence than there is that McCain or his supporters are "racist."
"... smells like.... victory." - Lt. Col. Bill Kilgore, Apocalypse Now
Double standard indeed, it
October 10, 2008 - 16:46 ET by bigtimerDouble standard indeed, it never ends...I watched some of this, what I could stand of it...same with the Michelle O interview...I cannot take Larry King at all anymore...he is beyond repair.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
My personal opinion is
October 10, 2008 - 16:57 ET by MidAmericaMy personal opinion is that larry king doesn't ask questions he reads them.
So, let me get this
October 10, 2008 - 17:22 ET by msh1973So, let me get this straight...because Meghan is a young woman, she must be for "choice"? You have got to be kidding me. Larry King is a complete "you know what"!
I have four nieces and nephews that are in their 20's and 30's..they are all pro-life. Stick that in your ear, Larry!
Larry King is a fool, not
October 10, 2008 - 17:56 ET by general companyLarry King is a fool, not everyone is drinking the koolaid Larry, just the ones trying out for the "freak show". I think you have won yourself a spot btw.
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
Choice?
October 10, 2008 - 18:25 ET by NBFHow did "choice" become the cleansed code-word for mangling an innocent baby?
I'm for choice: Let the child choose. You'll just have to wait for them to reach the age of reason. It's their life that's in the balance, after all.
What a Dick
October 10, 2008 - 18:31 ET by bigpapaLarry King is proof that one can outlive their usefullness..
NOBAMA 08 !!!
This Is Larry King, Remember?
October 10, 2008 - 18:34 ET by BeukeboomGood grief, folks. This is Larry King of whom it is referred. Not exactly a bastion of intelligence, knowledge, and objectivity. The man's been a biased lightweight for decades. It's no surprise he exhibits a double-standard. He's been showing his liberal bias it for a long, long time. No one can truly be surprised by this.
A little off, but please read
October 10, 2008 - 21:09 ET by sjanus11Lets's talk about pissed
October 10, 2008 - 14:48 ET by sjanus11
barry tries to keep troops in country longer..............read article then read link about the FELONY he commited.....This story broke 2 weeks ago and died, Maybe MSM is doing their job for once....Pass it every where....we thought this was nail in coffin
http://washingtontimes.com/news/2008/oct/10/obama-sought-to-sway-iraqis-on-bush-deal/
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The text of the Act is broad and is addressed at any attempt of a US citizen to conduct foreign relations without authority. However, there is no record of any convictions or even prosecutions under the Logan Act.[1][2]
"If your 20 and not a Liberal, You have no Heart. If you are 40 and not a Conservative, You have no Brain" Sir Winston Churchhill
"If your 20 and not a Liberal, You have no Heart. If you are 40 and not a Conservative, You have no Brain" Sir Winston Churchhill
I hear ya
October 10, 2008 - 22:58 ET by general companySomeone need to get this info out, soon
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
Larry King: Out of touch
October 10, 2008 - 19:23 ET by TN MomKING: One might guess you'd be for choice
Larry King is a KING-SIZE idiot! Never watch his show!
He wanted her to say she was...
October 11, 2008 - 00:52 ET by jawebster1for killing babies. How come they never ask Liberals that? I never did like Larry King. He once wrote a column for USA Today and he could always be counted on to take a cheap shot at Rush Limbaugh in each and every column. Being a Liberal, he was very jealous of Rush's success. He couldn't handle the truth! Jim Webster
Irritating
October 12, 2008 - 08:30 ET by Vivian LeeWhat is most irritating to me is that the media insists that if you are female (and/or young), you must obviously be for choice. What an outrageous and insulting assumption. I have been pro-life since I was a teenager.
Do they really believe that only Republican men think it is wrong to kill innocent life in the womb? Irritating.