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Page Six Should Stop Lying And Show Some Class
Anyone who reads this site even occasionally knows full well that we despise MSNBC detest Keith Olbermann. Having said that, the NY Post’s Page Six gossip column is really becoming a joke. Granted, it’s never been taken that seriously but lately it’s really becoming absurd.
There’s plenty of stuff to write about the loathsome Keith Olbermann without resorting to lies. I’m all for Olbermann hit pieces provided they’re true. Besides the lies, what’s really offensive is that Page Six used the much loved and recently deceased Tony Snow to go after Olbermann. The man hasn’t even been buried yet, and for Page Six to use him in that way is disgusting and disgraceful.
Here’s what Page Six said:
KEITH Olbermann is once again disrespecting the dead. The MSNBC blowhard – who was overheard jockeying for Tim Russert’s “Meet the Press” gig during Russert’s memorial reception in Washington last month – is now inventing a friendship with former White House Press Secretary Tony Snow. Olbermann released a statement after Snow’s death Saturday, calling him “optimistic, funny and courageous . . . While we could not have disagreed more on policy, we were in frequent contact, even during his days as Press Secretary.” But a true friend of Snow’s says Olbermann had “no relationship with Tony, at all.” In fact, Olbermann named Snow his “Worst Person in the World” on Jan. 9, 2007, accusing him of lying about President Bush’s 2003 “mission accomplished” speech. Olbermann hissed, “You’re just baldfaced lying. You were hired to lie . . . We’re not all third-graders out here.” A rep for Olbermann didn’t get back to us.
Page Six knows full well that Keith and Tony did in fact correspond via email. It’s true that Olbermann named him “Worst Person” on occasion, but does anyone really take that seriously? Olbermann has referenced his correspondence with Tony Snow numerous times over the last two years, long before Snow’s death. He also said long before Snow’s death that they were enemies professionally, but personally he thought Snow was a good guy.
Page Six knows this, but they’re apparently too lazy to go out and find some real dirt on Olbermann and write a legitimate piece.
Like I said, I’m no water carrier for Olbermann but when something is a lie it should be called out. But there’s no excuse for dragging Tony Snow into the FNC/Olby fued. That’s not the kind of guy Tony Snow was and it’s outrageous to disrespect his memory in that way.
Page Six should show a little class and let the man be buried in peace.
-Chris Jones
Tony Snow, Dead at 53
Tony Snow, the former White House press secretary and pundit, died this morning at Georgetown University hospital in Washington D.C.
A syndicated columnist, editor, TV anchor, radio show host and musician, Snow worked in nearly every medium in a career that spanned more than 30 years.
Snow joined FOX in 1996 as the original anchor of “FOX News Sunday” and hosted “Weekend Live” and a radio program, “The Tony Snow Show,” before departing in 2006. He went on to become White House press secretary for President George W. Bush.
Tony Snow was a great journalist and a terrific commentator. I can remember when he took over as White House press secretary from Scott McClellan. He was absolutely amazing in that role, and unlike his predecessor the press corps couldn’t help but like him.
Even when looking pale and losing his hair from battling cancer, Tony always had a smile on his face and positive outlook on life. He will truly be missed and his wife and kids are in our prayers.
Here’s what President Bush said:
“Laura and I are deeply saddened by the death of our dear friend, Tony Snow. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Jill, and their children, Kendall, Robbie and Kristi. The Snow family has lost a beloved husband and father. And America has lost a devoted public servant and a man of character. … He brought wit, grace and a great love of country to his work. His colleagues will cherish memories of his energetic personality and relentless good humor. All of us here at the White House will miss Tony, as will the millions of Americans he inspired with his brave struggle against cancer.”
Here’s what Dana Perino said:
“The White House has lost a great friend and a great colleague,” said Perino in a statement released to the media. “We all loved watching him at the podium, but most of all we learned how to love our families and treat each other.”
Here’s what Harry Reid said:
“Tony was a man of unique talent and extraordinary character — a determined spokesman, a dogged conservative, and a dedicated husband and father. His influence on the political dialogue of this country was as remarkable as it was pervasive — but at no time did Tony ever lose perspective on what was truly important in his life, and at no point did he ever lose the famous sense of humor and wit which accompanied that perspective.”
Here’s what John McCain said:
“Tony Snow’s passing is a national loss. His intellect, his decency and his professionalism set a high standard for conservatives in public service and journalism. America will miss his voice and I will miss a friend.”
Click here to read comments from other people who knew Tony
Read about Tony’s battle with cancer
Watch Brit Hume’s tribute to Tony Snow
UPDATE:
Here’s how the sick bastards on the left act when someone they disagree with dies
Tony Snow Taken To Hospital
Via TV Newser:
Breaking: KXLY in Spokane, Washington is reporting new CNN commentator Tony Snow was taken to the hospital this morning.
Snow canceled a series of speeches today at Eastern Washington University because of illness. He was treated for exhaustion at the hospital, says a source at the University.
Tony Snow has always been a class act whether on radio, TV, or in the White House. The Hot Joints wishes him and his family the best.
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