Trump wants SNL investigates.

Basil the Great · Feb 18, 2019

Well, I do not approve of SNL when they make fun of him or others, but I doubt that anything can be done about it.

Hammster · Feb 18, 2019

FenderTL5 said:
correction: the fairness doctrine predates Limbaugh, not the other way around.

Fair enough. But it was definitely touted by the left once he gained a certain amount of popularity.

EpiscipalMe · Feb 18, 2019

Hammster said:
Fair enough. But it was definitely touted by the left once he gained a certain amount of popularity.

The Fairness Doctrine was repealed by Republicans.

FCC fairness doctrine - Wikipedia

Hammster · Feb 18, 2019

EpiscipalMe said:
The Fairness Doctrine was repealed by Republicans.

FCC fairness doctrine - Wikipedia

I know. But in 93 or so, the Dems tried bringing it back.

FenderTL5 · Feb 18, 2019

Hammster said:
Fair enough. But it was definitely touted by the left once he gained a certain amount of popularity.

The beginning of Limbaugh's national show almost coincided with the elimination of the fairness doctrine in the late 80s.

I do agree with you, 45 is way to thin-skinned and easily manipulated.

essentialsaltes · Feb 18, 2019

What do you suppose he wants in terms of 'retribution'?

EpiscipalMe · Feb 18, 2019

Hammster said:
I know. But in 93 or so, the Dems tried bringing it back.

Maybe if it hadn’t been repealed or had been reinstated we wouldn’t have the silos of news we have now. Political dialogue might actually be improved.

LoAmmi · Feb 18, 2019

President Trump needs a safe space.

whatbogsends · Feb 18, 2019

GoldenBoy89 said:
Please, do go on about just how important this particular battle is for the right. I need a good laugh today.

Yeah.... Trump is an "everyman".

That's almost as good as an SNL skit!

Aren't we all just billionaires living in golden sky palaces just waiting be elected leaders of the most powerful nation in the history of the Earth? I know I'm just waiting to meet the age requirements to run.

Doesn't every man get a "small loan" from his parents, such as in Trump's case where over $400 million dollars was funneled to him from his father?

The doublespeak coming from the right regarding Trump is off the charts.

Shiloh Raven · Feb 18, 2019

LoAmmi said:
President Trump needs a safe space.

If he was sincere about the Christian faith he panders to then he would know that he's reaping what he's sown. It's highly unlikely he'll change since he said he doesn't like to ask God for forgiveness.

Trump on God: 'I don't like to have to ask for forgiveness'

Trump: I’ve Never Asked God For Forgiveness For Anything [VIDEO]

Trump: 'Why Do I Have to Repent or Ask for Forgiveness If I Am Not Making Mistakes?' (Video)

Hammster · Feb 18, 2019

EpiscipalMe said:
Maybe if it hadn’t been repealed or had been reinstated we wouldn’t have the silos of news we have now. Political dialogue might actually be improved.

It was a good idea at the time. But with the vast media outlets we have now, it’s not necessary.

rambot · Feb 18, 2019

Another problem with Trump is that he's such a terrible communicator it's hard to know exactly what he'd arguing.

cow451 · Feb 18, 2019

ilovejcsog said:
Get behind Rosanne Barr, another Republican crucified for their political affiliation. Nothing will happen to SNL unless they turn their wrath on the Dems.

Freedom of expression does not mean freedom of consequence. “You’re fired!”

usexpat97 · Feb 18, 2019

Apparently, SNL hurt Trump's feelings.

cow451 · Feb 18, 2019

Verv said:
Many people, left and right, have always wanted an "everyman" sort of guy in the White House and that is what we got.

Everyman???????? ROFLOL. That’s the Funniest thing I’ve heard in months! Keep bringing it! There’s a comedy club with open mike night near you!

cow451 · Feb 18, 2019

Basil the Great said:
Well, I do not approve of SNL when they make fun of him or others, but I doubt that anything can be done about it.

What do you propose be done?

Hank77 · Feb 18, 2019

Verv said:
How long do you think it takes to point out something obvious that everyone on the right has noticed for years?

Do you think he sat down and spent a couple hours meticulously drafting that statement?

No, he did exactly what Pres. Donald Trump does: he pointed out something important that people often don't acknowledge and criticized the people involved, shooting from the hip.

That's partly why I voted for him -- and partly why many people I know voted for him.

Many people, left and right, have always wanted an "everyman" sort of guy in the White House and that is what we got.

SNL is important? :doh:

Hank77 · Feb 18, 2019

ilovejcsog said:
Get behind Rosanne Barr, another Republican crucified for their political affiliation. Nothing will happen to SNL unless they turn their wrath on the Dems.

Go to YouTube and search for SNL Bill Clinton or other Dems. I'm not suggesting you watch them though.

Basil the Great · Feb 18, 2019

cow451 said:
What do you propose be done?

I very rarely ever watch the show, so I have no proposal re: it.

Sparagmos · Feb 18, 2019

Verv said:
Here is the actual quotation from the article:

Is this the President calling for a legal investigation into SNL? No.

It's a President that is suggesting that various networks routinely broadcast anti-Republican, anti-Conservative messages, and have zero balance. He suggests it is unfair that companies that use public airwaves to present a single persepctive that is unviersally anti-Conservative are doing something that is unfair and that there ought to be some sort of consequences.

Is this a move against free speech? No. Is there an explicit call for an investigation? No. It's pointing out a trend.

It's uncharitable and a distortion of the President's words to suggest otherwise.

Didn’t he call for something formal (charges or investigation) already? What do “retribution” and “look into” refer to? And how can anyone who indulges in Fox News the way he does complain of a network being biased? He’s a wannabe dictator. He doesn’t care about bias or fairness in the media, he just wants retribution on anyone who mocks him or stands in his way.

Trump wants SNL investigates.

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