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Pat Moshimer Kennebunkport ME — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:03:58 GMT

Once again Mr Olbermann, you have led the way to demanding the only move left to save this country - IMPEACH BUSH & CHENEY.

Thank you.

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Deb, Foster, RI — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:05:28 GMT

Keith, you rock!! Keep showing us the light! As they said in 1974 "IMPEACH THE CHEIF"!!!

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Randy Gates — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:06:28 GMT

Wow! You tore the man a much needed new cloaka.
Bravo!
Thank You

Randy

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Los Angeles — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:06:46 GMT

This commentary was brilliant. It put into eloquent words the uneasy and infuriating feelings I had with this deplorable action.

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Niels, in Post-Katrina MS — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:06:59 GMT

God bless you, Keith Olbermann, for preaching the kind of "fire and brimstone" that desperately needs to be said, to be heard! A copy of this Special Comment should be on the desk of every Congressional Representative and Senator. You have given voice to the feelings of We The People who want our Republic back. Had I the means, I would nail a copy of it to the door of the Oval Office!

Again, thank you and God bless you, Keith!

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John B., Jackson, Mississippi — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:07:14 GMT

A glass of the finest beer to you, Keith. You are one of the few of today's media, left or right, to say what needs to be said. 17 years ago, I took an oath to support and defend the Constitution as a member of our military. I'm ashamed that our Commander and Chief has virtually shredded what I and many others were ready to sacrifice for. At least Nixon had the decency to resign. Thank you, Keith. Thank you!

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GLADYS NESBIT — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:08:19 GMT

I WHOLEHEARTLYL AGREE. IT IS TIME FOR IMPEACHMENT!!!!!!!!!!OF BUSH AND CHENEY.

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Jeffrey Wilson, Evansville, IN — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:08:43 GMT

Absolutely ridiculous tirade that serves to accomplish nothing. Obermann should be fired. forget for a moment the pardons handed out to Clinton's friends and the lack of attention Obermann and his likes gave that, forget for a moment that Clinton lied under oath...did he serve jail time? the whole spin game is old and getting older by the minute. We should stop watching and paying for all the spin jockeys, put in term limits on all politicians and take this country back.

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Karen...Plantation, Fl — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:09:05 GMT

Bravo! Go Keith! Go Keith!
Keith was so passionate in his special comment tonight...I thought his head was going to pop! Very well said...Even Richard Nixon knew when it was time to resign!
Just when I was getting bored with Countdown...

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Hoffmania, Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:10:20 GMT

Keith...you were brilliant. And factual - which of course doesn't sit well with this White House. Keep speaking the truth to power...you're the man.

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Jennifer Robinson, Brooklyn, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:11:42 GMT

Keith, my husband and I just watched your comment, and I was close to tears. Thank you for articulating the outrage, and connecting all the dots so that more Americans hopefully will be able to see what I've been seeing since the media elite first presented this naked boy-emperor as a plausible candidate for president in 2000.

We are all responsible for this. We let them do it because most of us do not own this war. This administration is counting on our comfort/laziness/inability to clean up absolutely everything they throw at the wall. It is a lot. Thank you again for speaking out.

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Christina, Helena, AL — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:11:47 GMT

Thank you Keith for being far more eloquent than I could ever be. Thank you for giving voice to everything I have felt for the last several years. Thank you for giving a damn about that upon which this country was founded.

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Judy Novak — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:11:47 GMT

Mr. Olbermann

I just finished watching your special comment and it moved to me not just tears but to sobs. What these cowardly greedy men have done to our government and how they've degraded our Constitution has broken my faith in our system. The Congress refuses to act. The traditional televised and print media (save yourself and a few others) covered for these criminals until it became way too late - next stop Iran.

Thank you for the clarion call to impeach Bush and Cheney. But unfortunately our system has been politicized to the point it will never happen. Republicans will never do it, Democrats don't have enough votes. I think we'll be lucky if Bush and Cheney 'resign' at the end of their term.

Sigh. Have a Happy 4th of July.

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Gary Rogers, St. Petersburg, Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:11:58 GMT

Keith O.,
Consider this both a compliment on your passionate speech and complete agreement with its' content. I have often admired both your satirical wit and apparent humanity. Bravo...You are also a very brave man considering the maniacs that are running the asylum. If you need a hideout I will be proud to keep watch while you sleep.

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judith, Mill Valley, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:12:15 GMT

THANK YOU KEITH! You did it again! This was one of your best! And right on target.
Another one of Keith's great commentaries that needs to be out there for all to hear. But the ones who this is about......they just don't care. The won't hear this voice. They don't hear any of our voices, only their own people's.
What can we really do to get these guys in the White House to resign? Why was it so easy to do what was done to Clinton who was not guilty of killing over 3000 of our greatest and bravest men and women, along with hundreds of thousands of innocent Iraqi's? Why can't we do something to get these two guys out???

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Steve Stark, Nashville, TN. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:12:39 GMT

Thank you. Thank you very much sir. You in your expert tone and retoric, have once again single handedly expressed what the majority of the American public truley believes. With the lack of the truth being heard on major media outlets, it is refreshing to know that we can get the truth from you and others like you. Kudos, sir to you, Air America, Sirius Left, and the others who struggle to let the truth be known.

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Brian Westbye — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:13:58 GMT

Brilliant, Brilliant, Brilliant, Bravo.

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Craig Holderby Hilliard, Ohio — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:14:56 GMT

WOW ! That was fantastic to say the very least! I need a "sound" copy of that commentary. How can I get that? I hope, along with you; that the American people wake up. I have been saying for quite awile that the people need to realize that this is about MORE than being a Democrat and definetly MUCH MORE than being a Republican; this is about being an AMERICAN and saving our country and our democracy from the unsrupulousness of 2 men and those who would do anything to protect them no matter what they do. PLease tell me how to get my hands on a copy of that commentary!!!!!

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Todd, New Orleans, LA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:15:11 GMT

As Kurt Vonnegut said in Breakfast of Champions:

"The chief weapon of sea pirates, however, was their capacity to astonish. Nobody else could believe, until it was too late, how heartless and greedy they were."
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Can't you just see Dick in an eye patch and parrot with the trained monkey acting as cabin boy? And I am thinking of Andy Richter's brilliant portrayal as a dead cabin boy as the monkey's role-model. Those of you who have seen Cabin Boy know why.

ARE YOU GOING TO DO SOMETHING NOW CONGRESS? TIME TO COWBOY UP OR KISS THE PIRATE KING'S RING. Choose VERY carefully. There are consequences. Serious ones.

We the People are watching. YOUR move, Congress. NOW.

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Hoffmania, Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:16:03 GMT

Jeffrey Wilson -

1) Reagan pardoned three less people than Clinton.
2) Clinton was never convicted.

Let's talk pardons:
http://www.usdoj.gov/pardon/actions_administration.htm

Richard Nixon: 863 pardons.
Gerald Ford: 382 pardons.
Ronald Reagan: 393 pardons.

Good night, Jeff.

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A. M. Damico, Ridgecrest, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:17:10 GMT

Keith

One word to express my feeling of 7-3-07
special comment segment. To wit:

BRAVO!!!!!

Keep up the good work!

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Tobi Krutt, Tolland, CT — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:17:29 GMT

Mr. Olbermann: BRAVO! BRAVO! BRAVO!! My husband and I just caught your commentary and sat there in awe of your spectacularly comprehensive--and accurate--summary of ALL that has so gone horribly wrong with this administration. A friend of mine just last night told me about a bumper sticker he just saw that says it all: "I LOVE MY COUNTRY, IT'S MY GOVERNMENT THAT I FEAR."

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ROBERT DEJUAN, PUERTO RICO — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:18:28 GMT

AS ALWAYS YOUR RIGHT ON THE MONEY!!!

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(Margaret Hunter, Washington, DC — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:19:30 GMT

Keith,

You said tonight what had to be said. You stepped up for all of the American people. I commend you and thank you on behalf of all of the American people. It takes a special type of courage to speak the truth to power. Congress must step in and step in now. This is the most agregious and arrogant coverup, all because the WMD was a lie and over 3,500 young men and women have died.

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Margaret Jones, Westminster, Md. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:19:52 GMT

I thank you, Mr. Olberman, for so eloquently stating my frustration and anger about the past six years. You are a true patriot and I thank you for your brave commentary. Please continue your excellent work.

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Bill Pale — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:20:03 GMT

Hurray for Keith and the management of MSNBC. I cannot understand how so many people in this country don't see and admit to what is being done TO US. I don't care what your political affiliation is, but at least have the "balls" to admit when someone is BAD. Bill "C" had sex, big deal, he didn't lead us into a senseless war or kill 3,500 good people and ruin the lives of countless thousands of others. If "W" was the CEO of a company whose stockholders relied on him to make them money and keep the company profitable he would have been fired long ago. His daddy bought him oil companies, ball teams and he has failed at everything he has been involved in. Thank you Keith for voicing so elequently what needs to be said.

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steven giambrone nyc ny — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:21:19 GMT

finally someone in the media who thinks just like an average AMERICAN i applaude you for this. everything you said tonight is how i have been feeling for the past 6and 1/2 years please keep speaking for people like me whose only voice and choice is in the right to vote. with people like you speaking to the masses we (the masses)can make a difference and change the direction of this country for the better

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MK, Indianapolis — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:23:09 GMT

Jeffrey Wilson, go watch Fox, they are your people over there. MSNBC is for those of us in the U.S. intelligent enough to know when our Constitution is being trampled on. Fox news is better suited to those who don't care about the truth and want to know more about Paris Hilton.

Keith you were brillant tonight as always! Keep speaking the truth for those of us without a voice loud enough or public enough to speak up. I salute you. Thank you for saying what so may of us are thinking.

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Carol Hamby, St. Louis, Missouri — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:23:30 GMT

Thank you, Mr. Olbermann, for having the courage to speak your words asking Bush and Cheney to resign. We need more persons like you with access to the media and not in the money clutches of lobbists to speak in plain english the unadulterated facts. God bless you, Mr. Olbermann, and please continue informing and challenging we citizens.

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Marina Garcia Gelpe, Ithaca, New York — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:23:31 GMT

Muchisimas Gracias a Keith for his blockbuster comment. Orwell said, "In times of universal deceit, telling the truth will be a revolutionary act." Thank you, Mr. Olbermann, for being that revolutionary. May your courageous stand inspire the country to join the fight. Marina Garcia Gelpe, Ithaca, New York. Teacher, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Activist.

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Marina Garcia Gelpe, Ithaca, New York — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:23:56 GMT

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Brenda Deltona FL — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:24:08 GMT

This comment was so much more than I could have ever hoped for THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH KEITH!!! We do love you and Thank you for telling the truth and stopping the spin from the LIARS!!!!
If MSNBC does the same to you as they did Phil Donahue ditched him and was the highest rated show on MSNBC at the time that spoke out against going to war with IRAQ. Who also when he had his show spoke out for the few of us who knew back then what these sickos were capable of, I swear I WILL CALL THE ADVERTISERS and BOYCOTT THEIR BUTTS! I use alot of Proctor and Gamble Products HERE THAT P&G watch all the large percentage of people who I will ask to join in on it!

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Betsey Parham, Brigantine, NJ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:24:35 GMT

Keith...Bravo!! WOW...your commentary was sooo right on every point!!!..Finally, someone has eloquently and emphatically put into words the horror of this administration...I have never felt so disconnected as an American from the process...and we have a President who doesn't seem to care...thank you for articulating our discontent!!

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Renee B., Texas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:24:46 GMT

"17 years ago, I took an oath to support and defend the Constitution as a member of our military. I'm ashamed that our Commander and Chief has virtually shredded what I and many others were ready to sacrifice for."--John B., Jackson, MS
Ditto. I took that same oath nearly 30 years ago. So did my grandfather, my father, my sister, and currently, my niece. And it is disgraceful that this administration has given me, my grandfather, my father, my sister, my niece and all who have served and who are serving our country, basically, the middle finger. Bravo Keith, for your eloquent and passionate defense of what all veterans have defended and all military service members are currently defending--our precious Constitution.

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Jessie — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:24:57 GMT

You said tonight what needed to be said. I think there should be a citizens march on Washington each carrying your message of tonight to post on the White house fence.You are courageous and thank you for being on the air!

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shirley sloan, hurst, texas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:25:25 GMT

You spoke what is is in the heart of the average American today. We pay our taxes, we obide by the law, and we pray that our president, regardless of whether he is our choice or not, will be honest and do what is best for the country. This administration has shown without doubt that they are only there for their own agenda and have no regard for justice for all and what is best for the country as a whole. As you spoke tonight, I had to actually applaud because you were speaking for us....the backbone of this country...the people who work and pay their taxes and always abide by the laws. I would just pray that Bush who proclaims to be such a Christian person would actually listen to what the heart of the people of this country fell and do what is is right.....resign!

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Ann H., Holden, ME — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:28:54 GMT

Way to go, Keith! I could not have said it better!

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Barbara Kramer, Huntington Beach, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:31:39 GMT

RIGHT ON! I have felt all that you said tonight and I'm am glad you had the courage to stand up and say what has to be said and has been true for way to long! What do we as American citizens do ? I hope Congress will take a stand. Your comments about R. Nixon were right on too. I do not think Bush is as smart as Nixon and will not resign (I think he is too proud) even though he should for the good of the country. I think his (and Cheney's) "sins" are far worse than Nixon's Thanks for standing up and being counted. I watch your show because you give us the truth!

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Jeff Andersen, Chehalis, Washington — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:31:43 GMT

Keith, you bring a whole new meaning to the word 'idiot'. Don't you know that several of the jurors serving in the grand jury investigation who as a group convicted Libby, also want to see him pardoned? Doesn't that say something about the farce that this trial actually was? The prosecutor knew in advance of the trial who had leaked Plame's name - not a Bush sympathizer by any stretch. You'd like to pretend that isn't the truth, though, because of your bitter pathological hatred of anything remotely conservative. It wouldn't matter if it were President Bush or President Reagan - your foaming at the mouth would be the same. Resign, Keith, before you bring the entire MSNBC cable network down with you.

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ek, mpls mn — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:32:44 GMT

Excellent comment.

Thank you, Keith!

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Tru M., Cleveland, Ohio — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:33:48 GMT

Aw, Jeffrey Wilson...the truth hurts, doesn't it? It should!

When all else fails, just say "Clinton was worse, Clinton was worse, Clinton was worse." Keep repeating it. Jump up and down and stomp and hold your breath till ya turn blue...Still doesn't make it true.

Keith isn't a "spin jockey," he's a patriot...and your attempt at cloaking yourself in some sort of phony bipartisanism is as transparent as glass. Go find someplace else to play. We're not fooled.

As for Keith...what else can I say but thank you. You said everything that needed to be said with all the focus and intensity and righteous anger with which it needed to be said. I hope your words, and how you looked saying them, are spread far and wide. They deserve to be.

It was the best Special Comment ever...on the best Countdown ever.

Happy Independence Day, everyone. Enjoy it, and when you do, remember that we DO still have a democracy...if we can keep it. And right now, we need to do something to go about keeping it.

Have fun, but stay safe...as Ghoulardi used to say, "Cool it with the boom-booms!" (And why not...Keith gave us plenty of his own fireworks tonight! Who needs all that many more?)

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Elyse Tierney, Hemet, Ca. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:34:16 GMT

BRAVO!!! Keith Olbermann's commentary this evening was truly brilliant! He is one who is brave enough to "cut to the chase" and speak the truth about what intelligent people know but what everyone is too afraid to say. How much longer can any American believe in this presidency? A million "THANKS" to you, Mr. Olbermann...

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Blair Hinds, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:36:22 GMT

Thank you Mr. Olbermann for your brave comments tonight. Thank you for exposing the simple facts and saying that which so many of us have no vocal outlet from which to speak.

What example is this government setting for the younger people of this country? How do we parents teach our children right from wrong when our government doesn't seem to know the difference? How much more damage and voilations of trust must occur before this Congress stops the damage and impeaches those committing the damage? What does the White House have to do to finally be held accountable to the rule of law? This was such a wonderful country...please, return to the rule of law.

Please stop torturing. Please tell us the truth. Please care about everyone on the planet.

Please think about future generations and not just our own current special interest. Please set an example of courage and honest ethics. Please give us back a country for which we can truly be proud and for whom our brave soldiers give so much. Please be honest.

Mr. Olbermann, have courage and continue to speak truth to power. "We the People" need your voice.

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Laura, Indianapolis, IN — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:38:07 GMT

Thank you Keith for your absolutely brilliant comments. Your reference to July 4th reminded me of the very document that made that date famous. You prompted me to reflect upon the time when the colonists accused the King of horrible offenses, including, "For suspending our own Legislatures, and declaring themselves invested with power to legislate for us in all cases whatsoever." (Jefferson, 1776). How is this any different? When one person considers himself judge and jury, not to mention above the law, where does this leave us? Please continue to use your voice to demand answers to such questions. I am sickened by our president and his lack of accountability to anyone. Please help us take OUR country back.

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Laura Foster — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:38:39 GMT

As has happened, whenever I have tuned in to one of your Special Comments, I was moved to tears. My husband spontaneously burst into applause, while tears ran down my cheeks. We are extremely grateful to you and your trur patriotism. I wrote letters to my Senators and Congressman today imploring them to put the pressure on regarding this, most recent act of Bush's against democracy. I admire your courage, Keith! Keep it up. We need you!

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Ray Leal — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:39:20 GMT

Thank you, Mr. Olbermann! You say it so well- I just hope enough people listen. It is time to stand up and take our country back from this horrid administration!

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consilia Karli Edison NJ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:39:56 GMT

You did it again! You spoke the truth passionately and with clarity. Because of you Americans still have a voice in the media. Thank you

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Bob Helbig, Altoona, PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:40:22 GMT

Clinton was impeached. Maybe Bush should be, too.

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CatyZ, Manley Hot Springs, Alaska — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:41:23 GMT

Thank You again Keith at least it is nice to know that I am not the only one who is outraged by this administration and it flagrant violations of Americans' Laws and Trust.
Lets here it for President Pelosi,

Jeffrey from Evansville you sound rather foolish. Quit drinking the koolaide you are truley losing any sane thought patterns

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Laura Foster, Littleton, CO — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:41:23 GMT

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Meaghan — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:41:25 GMT

Keith,

Thank you! The special comment tonight, as always, was just wonderful! Keep up the good work!

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consilia Karli Edison NJ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:41:35 GMT

You did it again! You spoke the truth passionately and with clarity. Because of you, Americans still have a voice in the media. Thank you

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Edward Canty, Cheshire, Ct — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:42:06 GMT

Keith,
Thankfully someone has finally stood up and spoke the truth about this corrupt President. Edward R. Murrow would be proud. I hope MSNBC and for that matter all the other networks run your commentary. It was brillant!

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Mike, Rochester, New York — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:42:15 GMT

RIVETING! Once again Keith, you are the only one who has the guts to say what needs to be said. Enough is enough with the arrogance of this administration (I use this term loosely). It is time to demand the resignation of this president and vice president. IT IS TIME!!! Thank you Keith. Thank you, thank you thank you...

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gp cook, jupiter, fl — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:42:22 GMT

Wow! you realy made an ass out of yourself......i just thought you were a dick before.

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Terry Ballard, Merrick, New York — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:42:23 GMT

Bravo! The gloves are taken off and you have spoken the truth about these people more eloquently than anyone else has ever done. We wondered how you could do another special comment because everything that you could have said has been said tonight, but I'm afraid they will keep giving you new material.

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Hank RJR — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:43:50 GMT

Stop watching.

Stop watching the vicious, vindictive and treacherous actions to reveal our active CIA agents, serving to protect us from nuclear holocaust, and to cover it up, by our own officials.

Stop watching our second-highest official relieve himself of the responsibilities of the office he swore to uphold, under the highest penalty of our laws.

Stop watching our highest law administrators destroy the structure of their own departments, then fail to recall to you about it in front of Congress.

Stop watching our Constitutional voting rights get caged and subverted by those assigned to protect and administer them, in ways that require the charge of felony.

Stop watching our soldiers follow orders to fight a war where there was no war, but where war is now growing more deadly every day, against them and itself. And we are told it will grow more deadly if we leave. Try to stop THAT stupidity.

We will stop watching, and take action to ensure this can never, ever happen to the USA and our rights again. Stop being afraid.

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Klee, boise idaho — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:44:13 GMT

Exactly, Keith.

Resign or firing squad....high crimes and misdemeanors.

To Jeffrey wilson....FYI - Bush has pardoned folks during his term as president. It's on the government justice site. As for Clinton, it's not germane - it was about SEX for chrissakes!

Libby LIED to deliberately OBSTRUCT an investigation so the special prosecutor couldn't get to Bush or Cheney. He was tried; he was convicted; he was sentenced; he was going to jail - so Bush commutated his sentence to keep Libby from spilling his guts.

Come up with some new talking points; the old ones, especially about Clenis, are dead.

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D. Williams — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:45:12 GMT

Olberman repeatedly shows his lack of intelligence and NBC fired Stone Phillips!!! Fire Olberman...what a creep...he actually thinks he is cute!! Read the BIBLE Olberman...you might get an idea of how to treat people. The Bible says to pray for your leaders!! Why dont you and ROSIE get together and sing an off key duet?? I sure would hate to be in hers and your shoes when it comes to reaping!!!! GET FIRED!!!!!

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Mary Watson, Georgia — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:45:32 GMT

Keith, you said it all!! You expressed, so eloquently, what has been such a puzzlement about this man ever since he took office.. Note, I said, TOOK office. Why has it taken so long for the American people to realize what an incompetent he is? You have my vote for president of the United States.

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Cynthia W. Duncan OK — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:46:23 GMT

Thanks!

"It is nearly July 4th, Mr. Bush, the commemoration of the moment we Americans decided that rather than live under a King who made up the laws, or erased them, or ignored them -- or commuted the sentences of those rightly convicted under them -- we would force our independence, and regain our sacred freedoms."

You took the words right out of my mouth

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Cathy, Valencia, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:47:31 GMT

Well done! You have articulated what so many of us are thinking & feeling today.

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Kirby Alexander Lafayette LA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:48:51 GMT

Excellent comments !!! I think its about time we non bush voters let all bush voters know we are tired of the idiocy.
http://www.myspace.com/kirbyalexander

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Weezimp, CT — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:49:51 GMT

Excellent commentary. Would that this administration cared about wisdom, reason, justice or the will of the people. Alas, I've given up hope on impeachment. I now think the most appropriate action is exile. Iraq would be my first choice of place to exile them to, although I'm sensitive to the argument that the Iraqis have suffered enough.

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Peter Leighton, Salt Lake City, Utah — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:50:25 GMT

Keith,

Your articulate yet passionate comments must be heard by all citizens of this democracy. I applaude you. This neoconservative administaration has hijacked our democracy and blatantly driven us into a ditch. Thank you for pointing out the obvious which we have been numbed to. I hope the democrats have the balls to call the Bush administartion on what they have done and force the impeachment of Bush & Cheney. Thanks for your insight and articulation!

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Buzz, Solvang, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:50:29 GMT

OH give that "But But But Clinton" crud a rest already. Clinton was tried and found NOT GUILTY. Don't you get it yet? And so what if he lied about a BJ. Not quite the same as covering up for your criminal VP boss who led the fight to go to war with a country that was no threat to us and then lying about what transpired in the Grand Jury.

Your guy was prosecuted by a republican, tried by a republican and found guilty. Major difference there slick.

This was one of Keith's best comments. Really good.

He'd make a great network anchor except they are terrified of anchors who tell the truth.

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Sandra Arnold, Littleton, CO — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:50:41 GMT

Thank you so much for tonight's special comment. Now that we, the people are fired up and angry as hell, what do we do? This administration has left us feeling castrated of our rights. Please help us to channel this anger.

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George Lee — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:51:02 GMT

Who's going to impose term limits on the politicians-
the politicians?! They're all liars (lawyers) and crooks as Mr. O frequently points out. This latest group may well qualify as the worst in our history!

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Janey Young, Springfield, Missouri — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:52:05 GMT

You have spoken the truth and only those who cannot admit the mistake of voting for someone who has taken away any hope of "justice for all" as the Constitution promises, the hope for peace and the hope that he is capable of doing a good job. Resign Bush-Cheney - or America should start the process for impeachment immediately !!! Thank you for your wisdom and abilty to express without vulgarity the truth.

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Deborah Stapelkamp, Wilmington, DE — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:52:25 GMT

With reference to Mr. Wilson's comment, I agree that there is unacceptable behavior in both political parties. However, it is mind-boggling to think that there can be anyone left in this country that believes in what Bush is doing and has done to this country. He has violated the Constitution, abridged our rights granted by the Bill of Rights, aided corporations in raping the natural resources and the environment in America and countries abroad and, the most egregious blunder, was the pre-emptive strike against Iraq under false pretenses. Impeachment is insufficient. Bush and the rest of his cabinet should be tried as a war criminals for the death and destruction they've caused to Iraq and our soldiers, to American values, to our confidence in the government, and for turning world opinion against us. I hope we, the people, will at last actually educate ourselves so we do not put another ninny in office.

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political junkie — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:53:04 GMT

Jeff Wilson, why don't you go "jerk off" somewhere. You're obviously beneath this blog.

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Gary, Glenmont, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:53:05 GMT

This trial was all about exposing the Nazi-like propoganda used to fool the public into invading Iraq. Commuting this sentence is akin to putting a finger into a dike and eventually this thing is going to blow. Patriots do not walk in lock step and accept lie upon lie that is thrown our way. It's time for the legislative branch to do its job and prosecute those who sold and are still selling this war to the public.

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Jessie Grier, San Diego, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:53:16 GMT

I am adding my comment again. I did for I did not post my full name earlier. You are the only one presents what this President has done and certainly many American people will agree. Bravo for your courage!and Eloquence. We DO need more voices like yours! I think there needs to be a march on Washington with everyone carrying your message of tonight and put on the White house fence.Sad for our wonderful country to have Mr. Bush as our president.

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Amanda — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:54:16 GMT

Amen. A-bloody-men. It's time for them to go - time too for the whole unholy machine that they wrought to go. There has got to be someone left to defend the Constitution this Independence Day. I hope - but I do not think - that someone will stand up.

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B. A. Buddusky — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:56:32 GMT

And now Pelosi if you will get off your pinch face ass and throw away that get out of jail free no impeachment card it would be well appreciated.Can you stop playing politics with the lives of our troops not next year but by Christmas.

Do we need a new Speaker like Murtha if you can't handle the job.Did they cut a deal with you too?Personally I think he has more of what it takes.
First hand experience.I don't recall here any legends of you spending time in fox holes in San Francisco and so far you been Texas two stepping with Dubya.

If you can't do that switch parties because your just like them. No deals,no compromises,cut off the salaries of anyone who does not answer an subpoena,cut all their per diem,their travel money,legal expenses,yes that means you Rove Cheney and your Staff.This isn't hard shit.Do the right thing.

Let the VP and White House eat MRE'S till the troops come home.If the Decider wants to be Commander in Chief let him eat like the troops.
As far as I am concerned they can eat shit!

Joe and Valerie Wilson I may be poor but I am telling there is a couple bucks heading your way.
I am an American.
http://www.wilsonsupport.org/

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Julie & Ray Crossman, Trenton, NJ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:56:32 GMT

My husband and I rose to our feet with a resounding standing ovation for today's Special Comment. Keith, your beautifully spoken words brought us close to tears. Both of us feel such a strong love for our country (my husband is a former Marine who fought in Vietnam), that to see it abused so horrendously has been tremendously painful. We have felt so alone in our outspokeness againt these criminals - that we would like to send you our heartfelt THANKS for all that you do for America!

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Susan Wilson Ross, Horse Cave, KY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:57:23 GMT

Keith, this was just painful to see and hear. Imus did nothing compared to your performance tonight and last night. This is probably it for me and MSNBC.

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TJB, Scottsdale — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:58:32 GMT

I just had the misfortune of watching your program this evening, what a mistake......Olbermann, what a monumental ass you are.....The bluster, the righteous indignation that you so poorly presented at Bush's commutation of Libby's sentence.....You idiot, you knew, as well as everyone else, that Libby's sentence was going to be pardoned or commuted. Where were you when Clinton commuted, or pardoned. everyone but Charles Manson, and lest we forget, he's the same president that perjured himself, not only before a federal grand jury, but the nation itself......As it was discovered, the true culprit in all of this was Richard Armitage. And if there was all such a great breach of national security, then why has no one, not even the answer to all of our problems, the Democratic Congress (who now has the lowest recorded ratings in recorded history) made any attempt to go after Armitage......As ghastly as Bush and Cheney have been as a president and Vice President, only to be surpassed by the sickeningly replusive Democratic Leadership of Reid, Pelosi, Clinton and Kennedy, etal...I look past all of the aforementioned cretans and find the greatest amount of disgust with the likes of you....Your lack of insight into everyone else's obvious, your contrived anger, your myopic viewpoints, so slanted, so biased, you discredit yourself as soon as you open your idiotic mouth...WHY DON'T YOU DO THE NATION A FAVOR AND RESIGN or just go back and screw up some sports program....

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Ella Holloman, Brooklyn, New York — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:00:47 GMT

That was remarkable and brave, and I applaud your courage. I am sure you will receive much criticism for your honesty, but never forget that, as Americans, dissent is our birthright and our obligation. I admire you very much. Thank you.

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leonard kronfeld ft. lauderdale, fl. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:01:09 GMT

Ft Lauderdale,Fl--I was completely mesmerized listening to Keith's commentary about Pres. Bush.IT'S TIME TO RESIGN. Too bad we have to continue with both Bush and Cheney. Keep up the good work and maybe the people will get to realize we definately need a chacge at the top.

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keith gargus coatesville. pa — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:01:46 GMT

Thank you. A place in my pantheon of truth speakers is reserved for you. You join the likes of: Bill Moyers, Josh Marshall, John Stewart, sid Blumenthal.
I hope your eloquence lights the prairie on fire!!
Come on and rise up...

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kiki, Huntington WV — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:02:27 GMT

Bravo on your brilliant Special Comment tonight, Keith! Unfortunately, they won't resign-they'll have to be forced out. Please make your next commentary a clarion call to Congress to initiate impeachment procedings against both Cheney and Bush immediately.

Somewhere, Ed Murrow is smiling down on you and saying "Well done, Keith !!!"

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Ezequiel — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:04:07 GMT

Oh.. come on now, you all know in you heart, that even if they were to be impeached tomorrow. They would just laugh it off, declare martial law, send black water to arrest the offending members of both houses, because, impeachment at a time of war warrants martial law. Just, shut up, its over. what, what are they going to do, send the national guard to evict them... dont make me laugh... its over.

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Chantal Patton, Travelers Rest, South Carolina — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:04:53 GMT

Mr. Olbermann, we appreciate the force of your words and hope Congress will now act on Articles of Impeachment of Vice President Cheney and President Bush, which several Representatives and Senators have proposed. This quotation sums up the outrage many of us are feeling.

J’accuse
Émile Zola
1898

Telle est donc la simple vérité, monsieur le Président, et elle est effroyable, elle restera pour votre présidence une souillure. Je me doute bien que vous n'avez aucun pouvoir en cette affaire, que vous êtes le prisonnier de la Constitution et de votre entourage. Vous n'en avez pas moins un devoir d'homme, auquel vous songerez, et que vous remplirez. Ce n'est pas, d'ailleurs, que je désespère le moins du monde du triomphe. Je le répète avec une certitude plus véhémente: la vérité est en marche et rien ne l'arrêtera. C'est d'aujourd'hui seulement que l'affaire commence, puisque aujourd'hui seulement les positions sont nettes: d'une part, les coupables qui ne veulent pas que la lumière se fasse; de l'autre, les justiciers qui donneront leur vie pour qu'elle soit faite. Je l'ai dit ailleurs, et je le répète ici: quand on enferme la vérité sous terre, elle s'y amasse, elle y prend une force telle d'explosion, que, le jour où elle éclate, elle fait tout sauter avec elle. On verra bien si l'on ne vient pas de préparer, pour plus tard, le plus retentissant des désastres.

This is the plain truth, Sir, and it is frightful. It will leave a stain on your presidency. I realise that you have no power over this case, and that you are limited by the Constitution and your entourage. You have, nevertheless, your duty as a man, which you will recognise and fulfill. Do not think that I despair of triumphing in the slightest. I repeat with the most vehement conviction: truth is on the march, and nothing shall stop it. Today is only the beginning for this case, since it is only today that the positions have been made clear: on one side, the guilty parties, who do not want the light to shine forth, on the other, those who seek justice and who will give their lives to see that light shine. I have said it elsewhere and I repeat it now: when truth is buried underground, it builds up and acquires an explosive force that is destined to blast everything away with it. We shall see whether we have set ourselves up for the most resounding of disasters, yet to come.

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FAYE SOUTER, NIXA, MO. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:09:06 GMT

I WOULD BE VERY HAPPY TO SEE THE IMPEACHMENT OF PRESIDENT BUSH AND VICE PRESIDENT CHENEY. THIS ADMINISTRATION HAS DONE MORE HARM TO THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES THAN ANY ADMINISTRATION I HAVE EXPERIENCED IN MY 81 YEARS.

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FAYE SOUTER, NIXA, MO. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:09:07 GMT

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Zeke, Ohio — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:11:31 GMT

Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz....

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Pam E, Seattle, WA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:13:41 GMT

Thank you for speaking up and representing the large majority of us in this country!

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Richard Bogatko — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:15:00 GMT

Bravo, a hundred times!
Well said, and long overdue.

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Julie Malsin, Miami, Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:16:41 GMT

Your eloquent special comment served as a much needed catharsis for us like minded folks less able to articulate our heartbreak with what George and the Vice have done to this country. Too bad neither of them will hear your words or act on your recommendation. I thank you for the momentary venting of my wrath, fleeting though it may be.

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Patricia Royce — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:17:00 GMT

Keith, you are beyond question, the most articulate, moving, impassioned journalist we have today. To have one's feelings and convictions so precisely spoken, to say exactly what needs to be said about this inconceivable degree of criminality that is happening in our White House..... I am speechless....YOU...are brilliant. Thank you. Please don't stop speaking, and please get MSNBC more available around the country and on RADIO!!!!

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Paul Bennett, Vicksburg, MS — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:19:16 GMT

Good job, Keith. My sentiments truly. Not that I will sleep that much better tonight - too many strong emotions. It does hurt, watching our once-great nation be dismembered this way, our republic which we love so well. To h**l with Libby, Cheney, Gonzales, Rove, and Bush. To h**l with them all.

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Felix C, Boca Raton, Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:19:47 GMT

The elections of 04' captivated my attention so much that I began following additional coverage. As a newcomer to the world of politics, at then the age of 24, I remember browsing through many channels and watching many night shows. Only to realize that most of the shows and their hosts seemed to have a focused point of view and/or some sort of agenda. Yet, as an individual who is always striving for knowledge and truth I happened to come accross MSNBC. This news channel grabbed my attention out of the others, simply because I happened to come accross Hardball with Chris Matthews. Ever since then it is safe to say that I became a loyal viewer solely because of the mix variety of shows, hosts and their not so radical opinion. However, after I began to watch it on a daily basis, I came accross Countdown with Keith Olbermann. My approach to Mr. Olbermann and his consistent point of view in regards to common sense is quite profound. His way of communicating issues that are out there in our faces; yet, no one else sees them as they should has made me a true fan. Although, his entire show is not as common compared to the rest, I find it great when sense of humor can be used when applicable. Words and messages carried out like the one tonight, reinforces my belief that one day things will come to a point where we will get tired of lies and worst yet, getting our intelligence insulted. For your points of view and your messages, I want to say thank you and, indeed, worthy of noting.

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Robert Lyons, Ledyard, ct. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:19:48 GMT

THANK YOU!

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Priscilla Vicencio-Dizon, Seattle, WAshington — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:21:07 GMT

I've watch your Countdown today, July 3rd, and heard your "It's Time to Resign" demand to Bush and Cheney.

Congratulations! I think among all the TV hosts that I've watched and listened to so far, yours is closest to my heart and mind.

I will tape it again at MSNBC TV re-run and have my sons (they were not home yet) watch it.

The online transcript, too, I have copied and saved for posterity sake.

Thank you for sharing us your thoughts to this BUSH/CHENEY/LIBBY debacle.
I’m both sad and glad, actually, sad, for this turn of events (how could they trample justice?) and glad to know that a lot of hosts and commentators share my views.

More power to you, Mr. Olbermann.

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Linda Oleksa, Lakewood, OH — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:22:19 GMT

Jeffrey Wilson disagrees with Keith, but his argument consists of what we've heard from every other Bush apologist: "But-but-but-Clinton." This is not about Clinton. This is about George W. Bush, who has just proven himself unfit to serve as President of the United States for even one more day -- as Keith has so eloquently expressed.

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Carol Anderson, Alexandria, VA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:23:44 GMT

Brilliant! Enough said

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AJ Springfield, Mo. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:24:31 GMT

Good for Keith !! He says what we think .
IMPEACH them all !!

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Resign, Washington DC — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:25:26 GMT

Jeffrey Wilson, Evansville, IN

How's it feel to be a 27% that supports a rouge administration. I bet you have a flag on your car....Sad

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BLDSwanson — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:29:12 GMT

I did not vote for this president, and I do not consider him nor his V.P. my leaders. They are the utmost disgrace to this country and to all of our children. I am appalled at their absolute arrogance and disregard for the rule of law. I absolutely believe they BOTH should be impeached NOW. I want to the press to not let go of this, to PLEASE have the courage to go after this administration and not be afraid, imtimidated, or threatened by this administration to get some truth from them. None of these losers are above the law as they assert themselves to be. I am ashamed of their so-called leadership and demand that they be impeached.

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R Barrentine, Atlanta, GA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:33:05 GMT

Keith Olbermann tonight spoke the truth about this Administration that no other newscaster has had the courage to do. I have a whole new level of respect for Mr. Olbermann, and agree with him 100 percent.

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Penny Parkin, Newtown, PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:34:58 GMT

Mr. Olbermann, your words stirred and inspired me. I'm planning on forwarding your speech to my elected officials in PA. Bravo, Keith, keep up the GREAT and HEROIC oratory, for the rest of us who don't have a platform such as yours.......

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Sandy White, Austin, Texas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:35:14 GMT

Mr. Olbermann, each Special Comment is better than the previous. Tonight's is blazing hot and hits with righteous fury. Thank you!

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Summersky, RI — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:36:14 GMT

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Alan Sawyer, Bowers, PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:37:20 GMT

Thank you for saying this, Keith. It needed to be said, and it needs to be repeated, again and again, until it becomes a drumbeat that drums this corrupt administration out of office!

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Wil, Vallejo, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:38:15 GMT

Keith, your comments at the end of your broadcast tonight so eloquently spoke to what has been floating around in my head for the past several years. There is no rock for these two guys to hide under, as the light of your words are so bright.

Wow. I have printed out your words, have TIVO'd your show and will keep a copy for as long as possible. You ARE the best.

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Tim Gallagher — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:40:00 GMT

Beg to differ, Jeffrey Wilson. At least someone is now speaking what many people are feeling and thinking. Can't do anything about the past - and yes, something should have been done with Clinton - the point is this is happening NOW, and the politicians should get off their duffs and do something, right along the lines of this speech - impeach the two bums.

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Al, St. Augustine, FL — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:42:24 GMT

Keith, you are a great patriot and the best on TV! Bush & Cheney are corrupt to the core and a disgrace. If these crooked liars had any integrity or decency they would resign. Unfortunately, these evil slimey snakes will continue to give the appearance of innocence in order to keep fooling their fanatic followers.

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Victoria Smegal ,Bothell , Washington — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:44:03 GMT

The world is a better place to live in with you,
Keith Olbermann, a man who speaks the truth.
Thanks for all that you do.

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Melody Stine York, PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:45:00 GMT

I toast to you for being the most forthright person in the media. You don't back down and give a voice to those of us that feel dejected and push-aside by the Bush-Cheney rhetoric. Amen!

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Jamie, Chula Vista, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:45:11 GMT

"Absolutely ridiculous tirade that serves to accomplish nothing. Obermann should be fired. forget for a moment the pardons handed out to Clinton's friends and the lack of attention Obermann and his likes gave that, forget for a moment that Clinton lied under oath...did he serve jail time? the whole spin game is old and getting older by the minute. We should stop watching and paying for all the spin jockeys, put in term limits on all politicians and take this country back.
Jeffrey Wilson, Evansville, IN (Sent Tuesday, July 03, 2007 9:08 PM)"

Snooze. Wait, jefery wilsin, did you say something? Gee, maybe you just popped in to put in your pointless 2 cents-dunno. What I do know, is that Clinton train left over six years ago. Not to mention the fact that is has been stated on here-way to many times to count-the whole bububuubububbu Bill Clinton crap (thanks Pam:)!).

You're right about one thing though-taking our country back. I want it back, but do you really? There is a voice that speaks loud and clear for millions of us, and that is Keith Olbermanns.

PEACE!

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barb davis, wintersville, ohio — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:45:16 GMT

Thank you for putting into words what I have been feeling but unable to articulate as well as you did.
It actually brought me to tears.
Keep speaking out people are listening!

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Tom Baker, Utica,NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:47:41 GMT

Little children. Little children say, "Well, he did it and he didn't get punished like me! What, in the final analysis, does what past Presidents have done impact the actions of our current President? Free speech and the vote seem to be inadequate to effect meaningful change in our society. In our democracy the good news is that the powerless can say what they want without being whisked away in the night. The bad news is that the powerful ignore you with arrogance and impunity. We know what happens when frustrations boil over, don't we?

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Kathy C Evansville, IN — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:56:08 GMT

Thank god for Olbermann.He is a voice for those of us who still believe in the ideals of our founding fathers; that we are a nation of laws and not men. I look forward to having an administration in the White House that actually abides by the oath of office "To uphold and support the constitution" something that the Bush-Cheney team has either forgotten or just ignored.

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Mardie Millit — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:57:35 GMT

In the interest of full disclosure, I just want to point out that the official cuisine of Evansville, IN is fried brain sandwiches. Perhaps Mr. Wilson's own brain was sacrificed during a summer festival of some sort.

Keith, we are cheering you in Manhattan! Finally someone speaks up to say what I was thinking: STORM THE PALACE GATES! This is still OUR country.

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Paul D. Jackson — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 02:59:10 GMT

Bravo Keith! You said what so many of us do not have the words to say.

PS To Jeffrey Wilson's comment; Clinton lied but NO ONE DIED! Have a good day.

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Patti Overland Park, Kansas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:00:18 GMT

Amazing, eloquent, brilliant. Thank you for speaking for me and for everyone else who is fed up, discouraged, and disheartened. I am one of those who didn't vote for him but rallied around him after 9/11, and yes, he stabbed me in the back. Look up "arrogance" in the dictionary and guess whose picture you'll see?

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Carol Edwards, Del Mar,CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:00:42 GMT

Your Special Comments are always superb! Tonight's commentary re: Bush and Cheney resigning gave me chills. Wonderful! It's so brave of you to speak out as you do. Thanks so much for being our spokesman!

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Jill Whatley, Morehead City, NC — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:01:16 GMT

Where or where do I get a bumper sticker that reads, "Keith for President"??!! If you actually wrote that speech - which I personally believe that you could have - it is among the great speeches of our time! Thank you for getting all of that off of MY chest!!! Happy Birthday, America!

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David Silva, Santa Rosa, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:05:40 GMT

Thank you, Keith. Everyone in America should hear your elequent comments. You have the courage to say what needs to be said about the most corrupt president and administration in America's history. Bush has outdone Nixon. Calling for Bush to resign was necessary,but unfortunately our egomanic president will ignore that request.

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Pat - Portland OR — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:06:51 GMT

So Jeffrey, it's hard to believe you like the way our country is being run! Clinton had a personal affair, that didn't affect our country, take us to war, and refuse to obey the laws of the land which is what Bush has done. It's time our Congress stood on their feet and start impeachment proceedings against Bush and Cheney. Clinton isn't president any more so get it off your head!

Way to go Keith and keep up the good work! You are the one person on TV that people can watch and get the truth - it's so great to hear!

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Disgusted, Midland, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:07:19 GMT

Thank you Keith Olbermann for a compelling and courageous commentary. If we had a few more commentators as courageous as you, perhaps we would never have had our country sink this low.

Thank you for expressing the frusttation of millions of Americans whom Bush/Cheney have lied to, the over 3,500 military people needlessly killed, thousands of years of history and artifacts destroyed in Iraq, the unforgivable deaths of over 600,000 Iraqi innocents and the displacement of 2 million more, the suspension of our constitutional rights and the complete disregard for the rule of law.

A permanent Republican majority? If this is what the Republican party has become, my beloved party from 1960 until 2004, I want no more part of it. It dishonors our country and that is the worst crime of all.

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Disgusted, Midland, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:09:36 GMT

Thank you Keith Olbermann for a compelling and courageous commentary. If we had a few more commentators as courageous as you, perhaps we would never have had our country sink this low.

Thank you for expressing the frustration of millions of Americans whom Bush/Cheney have lied to, the over 3,500 military people needlessly killed, thousands of years of history and artifacts destroyed in Iraq, the unforgivable deaths of over 600,000 Iraqi innocents and the displacement of 2 million more, the suspension of our constitutional rights and the complete disregard for the rule of law.

A permanent Republican majority? If this is what the Republican party has become, my beloved party from 1960 until 2004, I want no more part of it. It dishonors our country and that is the worst crime of all.

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B. A. Buddusky — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:11:20 GMT

Well thank you Jeffrey Wilson, Evansville, IN (Sent
Tuesday, July 03, 2007 9:08 PM)
You stupid ass paid for to comment here Rovinian Butt Kisser!

Now like we used to say in the Navy take your comment and go shit in your flat hat mate.

Please do stop watching K. O. we will all be in tears
and feel free to make a 4th of July contribution to your nearest Veterans Hospital,or the Joe Wilson and Valerie Plame Wilson's Defense fund.

You bastards are hung up on that Clinton thing like flies on shit. In case you didn't know it there are terms limits on the Presidents term.The only thing I can figure about that Clinton thing and you guys is our lacking.Hell like you wouldn't lie or haven't oh yea Mr Honest to the core Jeff.I'll tell my wife I've been cheating,right.Your so full of it I can guess the color of your eyes.

There is also a thing called impeachment for breaking the law.Leading a Country to war under false pretenses
and costing major loss of life is big time law breaking by all those involved.

By the way Dude 1 is from Connecticut not Texas so that's a lie too.

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Laura, Los Angeles CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:13:46 GMT

Keith you rock! Thank you for saying what alot of us are feeling. People should be afraid, very afraid of this administration..for they are the true terrorists out to destroy this country..and to John B and all our soldiers, thank you for serving our country.

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Ed Grzesiak, Owosso, Michigan — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:13:57 GMT

Our forefathers would be proud Keith. You have nailed it on the head. I have watched in increasing frustration the methodical dismantling of this great democracy for desires no greater than greed and power. It is time for us as American Citizens to stand up and shout from the rooftops that we now want our government, for the people and by the people to be ours once again... not the plaything of the rich and privileged. We are not sheep to be lead to the slaughter nor are we lemmings to follow blindly to our death. We are Americans and proud to be the ones who stand for a world where ANYONE from ANY religion and ANY race AND any creed can live and think as they wish and don't have to fear a government or leader who may disagree with their thoughts. I may not agree with what our president may do or say, but I want to feel that what our government does is for the betterment of ALL, not just the privileged few. Excellent commentary this evening Keith, keep up the very good work!

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Wayne, M'town TN — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:21:52 GMT

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§ 1621. Perjury generally

How Current is This?

Whoever—
(1) having taken an oath before a competent tribunal, officer, or person, in any case in which a law of the United States authorizes an oath to be administered, that he will testify, declare, depose, or certify truly, or that any written testimony, declaration, deposition, or certificate by him subscribed, is true, willfully and contrary to such oath states or subscribes any material matter which he does not believe to be true; or
(2) in any declaration, certificate, verification, or statement under penalty of perjury as permitted under section 1746 of title 28, United States Code, willfully subscribes as true any material matter which he does not believe to be true;

"
To be guilty of Perjury the defendent would have to know that what he said was untrue, getting mixed up on the details of just who said what in a phone conversation months earlier just doesn't cut it.

The Perjury charges are supported only by testimony of fallible witnesses and poorly joted down notes.

In the recent Duke Rape accusations the Prosecutor , who just happened to be a democrat elected to the office, Manipulated evidence in order to garner political support from the local Black community.
Some Prosecutors are obsessed with getting convictions regardless of any belief in the guilt of the defendent. Read "Thin Blue Line" sometime.
I've heard it said that the real test of a prosecutor's skill is in obtaining a conviction against an innocent party.

Armitage "Outed" Plame, thats fact. The horse was then out of the stable.
A CIA Officer then confirmed that Plame was a CIA Employee.
Wilson and David Corn were the first to publically label Plame as a "Covert" operative.
Plame in listing her place of employment as Brewster Jennings on an official document both committed Perjury and gave up the identity of a CIA front.

The "Sixteen Words" mention neither the Niger Documents nor the Nation of Niger.
The Butler report confirms that the Sixteen words were a true statement.

Wilson repeated lied to those who read his articles or listened to him. When the Senate select Committee on Intelligence confronted Wilson with evidence that he had not told the truth about the Niger Documents Wilson admitted under oath that he "Mispoke", therby avoiding a charge of Perjury.

The Jury in the Libby Trial was not allowed to hear or consider statements made by Russet that he could not rule out that his conversation took place as Libby remembered it. They also were not privy to other contradictory statements made by Russert.

The Obstruction of Justice Charge rests solely on the Perjury conviction.

I don't consider any such highly charged case to be open and shut. Thats why there is an Appeal process.
If Appeal bond had been granted then the present clemency situation would have not been an issue.

As it is Libby is still likely as not to win on appeal.
If he is later exhonorated then time spent in jail would have been unnecessary and probably result in long drawn out litigation against the court and possibly some of the witnesses.

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A K, Tempe Arizona — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:23:30 GMT

Clearly the president has chosen to put his own welfare and the welfare of his vice president and the GOP before the rule of law, equal justice and the will of the American people. This president has stubbornly refused to listen to the will of the American people when it came to key issues like the Iraq war. He has done so again by showing his utter disregard for the verdicts given by a jury of Libby's peers and the sentence imposed by a judge he himself appointed to the bench. In time this president will show how far he is willing to go to ignore the American people, Congress and the courts when he gives Libby a full pardon.

Mr. Olbermann speaks for a majority of Americans. He tells the truth and he respects the Constitution which unfortunately this administration does not. His well written and well spoken words tell the American people what this administration should be doing instead of what it continues to do. Truly this president does not respect the views of the American people. President Bush truly governs like a party loyalist than an American president. The party must never come before the country or at the expense of the country. The country must always come before the party.

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Summersky, RI — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:24:20 GMT

Hear, hear! I love the sound of cages rattling. Maybe this will get some phones ringing where it matters.

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me muck, Central Command, FL — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:24:46 GMT

Dear Mr. Olbermann & Countdown People's,

I do not intend on placing words in our President's mouth. He did utter these prophetic words in the past- "If there's a leak out of my administration, I want to know who it is. And if the person has violated law, that person will be taken care of."
Bush is the epitome of the good ole boy network gone plain wrong-it could only last so long. To those who have lost loved ones or have loved ones in harms way, I wish only the best. I'm an independent, son of two Vietnam Vets, & am grateful for this country. Bush had his chance to serve-this how he elects to serve the nation.

Take great care.

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Don Batory — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:27:27 GMT

Thank you, Mr. Olbermann, for expressing what your viewers feel and want to say to others.

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Sheila Friend, McConnelsville, Ohio — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:29:20 GMT

Once again Mr. Olbermann, you 'Hit One Out Of The Park'. Bravo and Thank You.

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Felix C, Boca Raton, Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:34:43 GMT

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Mary Lowery, Elyria, Ohio — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:35:04 GMT

Keith, you are my sunshine, my only sunshine. You say what every member of congress, especially the democrats we recently put into office, should be shouting at the top of their lungs. Please don't ever sell out as so many have done. Don't take my sunshine away. Mary Lowery, Elyria, Ohio

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Richard Cowen-Redlands,Ca — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:48:06 GMT

Thank God we have someone like you " KEITH " thats not afraid to tell it like it is. Please continue to be our voice, the voice of millions of people who are ashamed of the leaders of our country.

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gloria russo, florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:50:26 GMT

Thank you Keith for your articulate commentary. I get goose pimples just listening and my brain calls out for justice. The truth does not have two sides and Keith has nailed it. Bravo. Kudos to MSNBC for recognizing their obligation to truthfulness.

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Karen...Plantation Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:55:19 GMT

TBS of Scotsdale...Is that your new nick name, Bill O the big giant head? Why do you watch? I just don't understand Republicians. They are People with inferiority complexes, I guess. Learn to think for yourself and maybe you just might get it, bucko. You have just been told. NA.

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LA, Seattle — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:55:51 GMT

Bravo Keith. Bravo.

This administration and all of its followers have continually preached about their patriotism, as if wearing the flag pins and saying the Pledge of Allegience every day qualifies them as true patriots. Yet we who believe in the Constitution, the Rule of Law, Freedom Of Speech, Freedom of the Press, etc., for which this country was founded, are chastised; even called by some, traitors.

In 1995 my family and I were stationed in Europe. It was a wonderful experience but most of that short year we spent there we could not wait to go back home to this country that we loved. If we had been stationed there in early 2001 and returned today, we would be returning to a country that was unrecognizable. A government that tortures. A government that lies. A government that takes away civil rights. A government that ignores its citizens when they scream for an end to an unjustified war. A government that only believes in punishing the guilty when the guilty is not one of its own.

This administration does not hesitate to send our brave men and women to die in an unjustified war yet our President calls 30 months in prison for a man that broke the law, "excessive". They believe 30 months is too harsh and would be too difficult for his family, yet they do not hesitate when they decide to INCREASE the time our soldiers spend in Iraq away from their families. Fine; if you think 30 months is excessive, Mr. President and Vice President, how about cutting Scooter's time down to 15 months... in Iraq?

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John Turner, San Antonio TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:56:31 GMT

Thank you Sir! Edward R Murrow is smiling on you from heaven.

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TJ Coughlin, San Diego CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:59:43 GMT

Dear Mr. Olbermann,
Thank you for the eloquent and profound special comment you made at the end of your program this evening. You said exactly what needed to be said.
Maybe, if the country showed the same outrage over the Scooter Libby clemency as they did over Paris Hiltons early release the President and Vice President would feel the pressure to resign.

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Marty McAuliffe, San Diego — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:59:43 GMT

Thank you, thank you, thank you, Mr. Olbermann for succinctly stating what I feel on a nightly basis, without the explatives! I often feel like no one is paying attention to the deceitful, thoroughly corrupt, Bolshevik-like administration currently strangling our rights and spitting on the constitution. Keep doing what you are doing; you are an inspiration and you keep me sane!

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Debra Istvanik-Strotman,Monongahela, PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:02:18 GMT

You know you were eloquent, you know you do a great show; What you have that congress doesn't is a back-bone and the guts to say it without worrying about what people will say. That I thank you for. Now if we can interject just a smidgeon of your back-bone into congress we may topple this dictator and his minions. Great show as always.

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Joe, Seattle — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:12:55 GMT

This is no longer about right wing and left wing, Republican or Democrat- it is about right and wrong. The commutation of Scooter Libby is a direct affront to our constitution.

Also, would the water-carrying Keith bashers also note that 'Olby' did rather vociferously smack around the Democrats for failing to stop the war back in May's Special Comment? Funny how these guys seem to ignore that.

Excellent special comment- but bear in mind writing your senators and congressman is probably more productive than arguing with the 'loyal Bushies' on this board.

And if you happen to see any of your elected representatives tomorrow at community events, be sure to tell them what you think.

http://www.house.gov
http://www.senate.gov

Finally, to Keith: Well done, sir. Well done.

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Adam Reuter, Newnan, GA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:13:57 GMT

Mr. Olbermann,
Thank you. As a Combat Disable Veteran of the war in Iraq. Thank you.

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JoAnn Erfer, Wynnewood, PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:16:00 GMT

Brilliant, inspiring and right on. I agree with every word and wonder about the gray matter of that 29% who still support these corrupt, stupid, lying and dangerous people. Bush has made a mockery of our constitution and turned the paper it is written on into confetti. I want to thank you for saying everything that I have been thinking since 2000. They stole the election, they stole our rights and they've ruined our country. People had a great amount of empathy and love for the US after 9-11 but now, we are hated everywhere. Your comments gave me goosebumps and brought a tear to my eye - what a great nation we could be and what an awful failure we've become. If we could get the Democrats some cajones maybe they would move off the dime and take some action. Who are they afraid of - the voters want action. What'd the worst thing that could happen - we'd regain control of this nation from the rogue administration who cares nothing for the people, only for themselves. God I hate them. You should consider running for President - I'd vote for you in a New York minute. Keep the message going. You're the best.

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Andrew Birch, Minneapolis, MN. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:16:09 GMT

On this Independance Day, I cannot more fully express my appreciation for Keith's latest Special Comment.
It was complete, factual and the deepest reflection of the underlying thought of every conscious American this July 4.

Thank you MSNBC, and thanks to Keith and Countdown for having the patriotism to air such a fine piece of commentary.

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Tru M., Cleveland, Ohio — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:20:44 GMT

To Wayne of M'Town Tn:

You say "To be guilty of Perjury the defendent would have to know that what he said was untrue, getting mixed up on the details of just who said what in a phone conversation months earlier just doesn't cut it." So you really believe Scooter was just "mixed up on the details," do you? My, that would sure make him incompetent, wouldn't it? Incompetent or liar: Pick one. You don't get any other choices.

"The Perjury charges are supported only by testimony of fallible witnesses and poorly joted down notes." In YOUR opinion.

"In the recent Duke Rape accusations the Prosecutor , who just happened to be a democrat elected to the office, Manipulated evidence in order to garner political support from the local Black community. Some Prosecutors are obsessed with getting convictions regardless of any belief in the guilt of the defendent. Read "Thin Blue Line" sometime."

Has nothing to do with this case. Irrelevant. I could say some dogs are gray, but if my dog is black, it doesn't make my dog gray just because other dogs are gray. Your beliefs don't translate into truths.

"I've heard it said that the real test of a prosecutor's skill is in obtaining a conviction against an innocent party." Then obviously you don't believe our system of justice works at all. And once again, just because some dogs are gray...

"Armitage "Outed" Plame, thats fact. The horse was then out of the stable." But Libby LIED. You don't seem to want to face up to that small fact. He LIED.

"A CIA Officer then confirmed that Plame was a CIA Employee.
Wilson and David Corn were the first to publically label Plame as a "Covert" operative." Assuming your point is correct...so??

"Plame in listing her place of employment as Brewster Jennings on an official document both committed Perjury and gave up the identity of a CIA front." No, she did not, that's a right-wing lie. She listed it that way when donating to Al Gore's campaign. That was NOT committing perjury! Also, she didn't say "I work for Brewster Jennings, which is a CIA front." DUH! She simply said she worked for Brewster Jennings!

"The "Sixteen Words" mention neither the Niger Documents nor the Nation of Niger. The Butler report confirms that the Sixteen words were a true statement." Ah, but what was the Butler report based on? Phony documents, perhaps? Don't want to consider that now, do you?

"Wilson repeated lied to those who read his articles or listened to him. When the Senate select Committee on Intelligence confronted Wilson with evidence that he had not told the truth about the Niger Documents Wilson admitted under oath that he "Mispoke", therby avoiding a charge of Perjury.' Nonsense. What evidence?

"The Jury in the Libby Trial was not allowed to hear or consider statements made by Russet that he could not rule out that his conversation took place as Libby remembered it. They also were not privy to other contradictory statements made by Russert." Now you're just tapdancing around. Read something besides a right-wing blog sometime.

"The Obstruction of Justice Charge rests solely on the Perjury conviction." Which was correct, because Libby LIED.

"I don't consider any such highly charged case to be open and shut." But your opinion doesn't count.

"Thats why there is an Appeal process. If Appeal bond had been granted then the present clemency situation would have not been an issue." Yeah, and if I had a million dollars I'd be rich. So?

"As it is Libby is still likely as not to win on appeal." So you believe. Doesn't make it true.

"If he is later exhonorated then time spent in jail would have been unnecessary and probably result in long drawn out litigation against the court and possibly some of the witnesses." Baloney. Talk about throwing sand in the umpire's eyes. You're doing an excellent job of it yourself.

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sarah taos — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:26:30 GMT

Though I mourn the Country that once was, this 4th of July,hearing Keith's special comment made me feel less angry for a bit.I cannot imagine what it is going to take to clean up after these Traitors.America has become so divided and so increasingly angry that one wonders if the only thing to make it all stop is an act of violent protest.I never thought I was capable of such depths of hatred as I feel for ALL members of the Bush administration and all the Republican enablers.When a wound gets infected and you leave it untreated eventually rot will set in and in most cases the affected limb needs to be completely removed.On this 4th of July I shall pray America holds a solitary patriot and wish her/him god speed.

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Terry, Las Vegas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:29:58 GMT

Olbermann,

Do you think you matter. The only reason you get any credit is because MSNBC throws your BS on their site. How does it feel not to matter.... by the way readers, watchers, listeners... how does it feel for your opinion not to mater... GFYSlf..

T

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Dick Hannam, Lincoln, Delaware — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:30:08 GMT

Can someone tell me if there's a better newsperson/commentator in the news media world than Keith Olbermann? I'm not aware of any myself.

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Don H, Guerneville Ca — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:31:22 GMT

thank you keith - did i just experience a memorable moment in history? it sure had that feel to it.
here's hoping!!

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Edward Jensen, Phoenix, AZ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:32:44 GMT

Sir - I am humbled to know someone who is the backbone of this nation (even when Congress is not) and how this nation thinks. God Bless!

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Stephen Beck, Baton Rouge, LA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:35:55 GMT

Keith,

Your special comment today was brilliant. I thought at the start that calling for Bush/Cheney to resign was overblown and extreme. But your arguments were powerful, and compelling, and we cheered at the end of the show.

But at the end of our comment, you should have made a small paraphrase of John Wayne's quote. Should Bush and Cheney actually take your advice, the new president would be ... Madame Speaker Nancy Pelosi ... thus the paraphrase:

"I didn’t vote for HER, but SHE's my president, and I hope SHE does a good job."

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Laura, Central Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:36:05 GMT

Thanks' Keith. I was one of those uttered words on September 12 2001, "I did not vote for him, I didn't think he really won even, but he is my president now and I wish him all the best" Then my well-wishes (and the well-wishes of the world) were squandered for political motivations that had little to do with 9-11 or the real interest of Americans. My 80-something year old father recently confided in me "I have disagreed with decisions my country and some of it's leaders have made, Nagasaki, Viet Nam but I have in my 80 decades on this planet have never felt sheer shame in being an American until this president led us through lies and deceit to attack a sovereign nation and put our troops in harms way for exploitation of the nation's natural resources by personal gain by those who are responsible for leading us. Bush has made a disgrace of MY country in the eyes of the planet and I as a citizen of this country am disgraced"

Keith I thank you for the charges you made against the president and the vice president and your please for both Democrats and Republicans in congress to act now... and I hope enough people heard your eloquent commentary tonight to force their representatives to act in hopes that my father can live long enough to be proud of his country once again...whether he votes for the next president or not.

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Troy, Satellite Beach, Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:36:54 GMT

Keith, can't you be more original than to steal your closing line? I thought you libs were free thinkers.
I wait with much anticipation for the day a Dem is president to see your reaction to their doings. I must say that your rant was entertaining, I haven't seen a temper tantrum like that since my kids were little.

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B. A. Buddusky — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:37:14 GMT

Keith now that's what I'm talking about rounding the bases heading for home and nothing but high fives waiting for you at the plate all your team mates!
As C A would say that one was out of here hit like Ted Williams on a mission!
Thank you!

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StirFry, Austin, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:43:59 GMT

This is what I call a standing ovation. And well deserved! You are a lantern of hope.

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Jamie, Chula Vista, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:47:24 GMT

Thirty months is excessive? Is that right you self serving son of a bitch? (And yes, I'm referring to your mother, asshole.)

Tell me George, if 30 months is 'excessive' for some dumb shit that took the fall for you and yours-yours that would no doubt have spent 30 months in a white collar prison-what do you call 15 months in Iraq?

Fifteen months NOW, after having spent six months, 8 months, a YEAR already in Iraq. You THINK that 30 months is EXCESSIVE? What world do you live in?

Screw all of you self serving Bush supporters. Screw you all. My brother is in Iraq. My sister in law is in Iraq. My nephew is in Iraq. They are ALL spending at least 15 months there. Is that NOT excessive?

Fuck it! I'm sick and tired of all of you self serving, self righteous bastards that will go to the ends of the Earth to support and defend this corrupt appointed president. You all make me sick. The blood of every single dead American hero killed in Iraq, is on your hands.

May God forgive you, because I know I NEVER will.

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Karen Murphy — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:47:42 GMT

Keith, you are Edward R. Murrow, reincarnated. Period. God bless you.

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John Doe, Seattle, WA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:56:27 GMT

October 9, 2006 -- A BROWN-haired beauty who claims she had an unsatisfying one-night stand with Keith Olbermann is getting her sweet revenge - she's launched a blog to warn other women about the acerbic MSNBC commentator's boorish bedroom habits.

The bitter babe, who calls herself KarmaBites1, says she doesn't want others "to fall into the same trap . . . and I want him to feel some remorse for what he's done . . . He sets his mind on a woman, lures her in, and once he gets what he wants, he refuses to ever speak to them again. And I don't think he understands the damage he's caused."

A 30-something office worker of Caribbean descent, KarmaBites1 said she struck up an e-mail friendship with Olbermann, whom she admired, and agreed to fly to New York to meet him last May. She says he came to her hotel room and opened a bottle of Merlot which he "spilled all over." Then, when "sexual activity began [in] less than an hour," Olbermann had difficulty. "I pretended he knew what he was doing," the embittered blogger writes. "I adored the guy. I didn't want him to think he was a dud in bed," so she faked experiencing ecstasy.

Next, he piled on excuses as to why he had to leave. "He told me he's an insomniac and that it's hard for him not to sleep in his own bed. He also mentioned he hadn't had 'company' in a while. [He said] he had an early meeting with the Yankees [and] he might be allergic to the pillows in the hotel bed."

Six days later, she claims, Olbermann e-mailed her to tell her never to contact him again. "I practically begged him to explain what I did wrong. I told him I deserved some kind of explanation for such a dismissal, but I never heard from him again." She said she's since heard from six other women who say they had brief sexual relationships with Olbermann.

She named her blog forthisreliefmuchthanks.blogspot.com, after a line from "Hamlet" she says the perennial bachelor quoted.

Olbermann's spokeswoman said she'd get back to us, but didn't.

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Michael Nash, Dallas, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:56:43 GMT

At least there's one journalist out there with the guts and integrity to say what you said tonight. Thanks Keith, and pay no mind to the handful of haters. Just keep doing that voodoo that you do so well!

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Tom Scofield — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:00:05 GMT

Do you really think BOTH of them would resign?Just imagine what this country would be like if Cheney became president.Don't the other leaders of the world's countries know how this president doesn't really represent us? OK he got the guy that threatened his dad,wasn't that enough?
I really feel sorry for Mr. Snow. All those lies how can he look at himself daily.

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:04:59 GMT

Thank you Keith!! I have stated this many times, and on this blog, you are indeed the "Walter Cronkite" of my generation.

I am awe of you words sir, as I am of you!! I cannot express in words how grateful I am to you and for you.

You indeed sir, would make Edward R. Murrow, your hero and mine, remarkably proud!!

Thank you again!!

GOOD NIGHT AND GOOD LUCK INDEED SIR!!

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Jay Shull, St Petersburg, FL — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:06:18 GMT

If you guys get the chance look up the impeachment bill that Dennis Kucinich wrote up against Cheney. Languished without comittee review for over a year, yet in the last several weeks, now has 9 co-sponsors.
It has started. As KO said, the Rubicon has been crossed and the die is now cast. The sides are now being drawn. Whatever it takes, above all, our Republic must endure.
Too many have died and bled for this country for us to stand idly by and let it be rent apart for the gain of a select few.
And, a dose of reality to the earlier comment about martial law. Martial Law has little effect when you have little support amongst the troops who must enforce it.

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Jeb, Portland Oregon — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:07:05 GMT

Thank you Keith, you've done it again. Your words are sure and true and sorely needed. If only your show was mandatory viewing for our feckless politicians, some of your courage might rub off.

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Jim, Studio City, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:07:18 GMT

Keith,

Great comment tonight; you crystalized everybody's thinking, but you didn't tell us to do anything to act on it. Where can we buy "Impeach Bush" signs, where will the rallies be held and who should we lobby to get the wheels rolling? The "pardon" got me angry, you convinced me that it is time for action, but what should I be doing besides typing you this note?

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Anna M., Washington, DC — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:07:49 GMT

I wanted to write something congratulatory through my tears of pride...pride I haven't felt in a long time that I am an American and that there are people left in this country who value the same things I do. And as I started skimming through the comments here I felt proud again, to share this time and space with people who understood.
And then I saw some of the petty, ignorant comments...and the tears came back for different reasons.
I am frightened for us all that people like that not only exist, but run this country from a scant few blocks from where I sit at a desk, everyday, working tirelessly to shape this nation for better, as best I know how.
Shame on those too frightened and arrogant to admit their follies.
But thank you, Sir, for using your time to give voice to that which I cannot. Thank you for taking the blows that I probably never will. Thank you for being the representative that I cannot vote for, but who does more for me than the one I pulled the lever for.

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David Terrell — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:09:04 GMT

Thank you! thank you! thank you! thank you! thank you! one thousand times...one million times thank you!

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august, yar, pa — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:13:46 GMT

That was a very patriotic comment !!!

Bravo Keith!

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Kerri McCanna, Eagle, ID — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:14:31 GMT

Thank you, Mr. Olbermann, for expressing the collective grief and disgust that so many of us have felt this near-decade. IMPEACH BUSH AND CHENEY--and that should be just the beginning. Take them to the Hague and charge them with the war crimes of which they are guilty. ARREST BUSH!! (but, as I recently saw recommended, ARREST CHENEY FIRST!!

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Charles Kean; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:15:43 GMT

As no doubt somebody in the many comments preceding mine HAS to have already said: Thanks Keith for reminding us all of our responsibility to our children and their children and to history.
You are so damn eloquent it brings tears to my eyes. Once again I will go to my Youtube account and download yet ANOTHER Special Comment.

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Paul Crabtree, Sun Lakes, AZ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:18:02 GMT

I'm an independent. I agree completely with your call for Bush's immediate resignation. If not, then Congress must act.

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Carole W — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:20:26 GMT

Just add another Bravo to you for saying what most Americans are feeling. For six years, people like me have been wondering: Am I the only one who is angry, disgusted and fearful of what this country has become? Thank God there are still a few journalists left who are outraged by this administration and have the guts to ask for resignation/impeachment!

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Steve Kirsh, San Francisco, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:22:17 GMT

Keith:
Your comments tonight rank in the upper echelon of the most inspiring and honest critiques that I have ever heard. My jaw continued to open like a boa constrictor preparing to swallow its prey whole as each point was delivered with passion, gusto and spot on truthfulness. You evoked the same visceral feelings in me when I hear Martin Luther King’s I Have a Dream speech. I applaud your wit and intelligence but mostly your courageousness to take a stand and to use the platform that you have to wake up our slumbering, unconscious nation. I have changed my position after your impassioned plea and I too concur that we need to get rid of "W" NOW. Stop the bleeding and let's all stop being so PC and so damn polite. I am furious and saddened that our country, my country has been totally and completely hijacked by an elite group of privileged and out of touch men and women who have no sense of compassion and should be ashamed of themselves. And for what? So they and their friends can profit at the misfortune of others.
Keith, you are a brother and friend and if you and Bruce Springsteen want to form a ticket for 2008, I'll stuff every envelope. Also, kudos to MSNBC for not censoring you or modifying your comments (..and if they did I'd really like to get a copy of THAT speech). Rock on maestro and just know that what you said mattered and is having an impact. It's the tipping point!.
Peace, love and prosperity for all.

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Lori Williams, Whittemore Iowa — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:24:12 GMT

Thank you Keith!!! Your commentary was right on and I hope you inspire others to finally speak out with the truth!!! For too long this dictatorship has run roughshod over the good people of this country.
Happy 4th of July!!

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Jamie, Chula Vista, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:25:30 GMT

BA Buddusky & Pam: If you have each others email addresses, BA would you mind if Pam gave me yours? I'd really like to 'talk' to you. Thanks, and much, much respect.

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Darryl Abrahms — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:26:26 GMT

Thank you for your brave, honest comments, Mr Olbermann. It's a credit to the nation that you speak out against such abuse of power.

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DK, Seattle, WA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:29:00 GMT

The venom in which you spewed tonight’s comments has removed my ability to try to listen to you with an objective mind. I have watched you to get your view on events, but can no longer consider you a fair reporter. While I do not necessarily agree with the Bush decision to commute Libby, your hope last night that this was an impeachable offense and now tonight’s tight jawed and strained voice opinion on the communication leads me to conclude that you cannot be objective to any aspect of this presidency. If you feel Bush was not fairly elected, where is your call for and the support of a movement to change the constitution in favor of a populous vote? Thank you for your tirade! You are clearly a ‘hate Bush’ reporter and your ‘Countdown’ is all about supporting that view. This is the same liberal ‘blame Bush and America’ angst that has failed talk radio and is what is hurting MSNBC and NBC in the ratings. The next time I will watch your show will be to see if you apply the same passion of ‘blame the presidency for the world’s woes’ to the Hillary administration.

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Elizabeth Edwards, Benicia California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:31:23 GMT

Thank you Keith,

Everyone I know is frustrated and discouraged by the current administrations transparent greed and corruption, the war and their arrogance. I did not vote for Bush and I do not believe he won the first election but I did make a decision to accept the outcome and hope for the best. Unfortunately this president has proven to be by far the worst in our history, corrupt to the core and the VP is worse. It is frightening to see how fast things can go bad. I will be writing my representatives. It is time that we all do. Your words have inspired me to speak up. I have had enough; Bush and Cheney need to step down.

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Thelma~VA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:35:04 GMT

Keef~I raise my glass and toast you sir, for having the courage to speak my convictions!!! Long may you live...Be Well!!!

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Linda, Pittsburgh — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:36:31 GMT

One of the sheeple above says the Bible tells us to pray for our leaders. I would remind the sheeple that the Bible also tells us not only to pray for our enemies but to love them, as well. So I hope he has been and will continue to "pray without ceasing" for Osama bin Laden and his ilk, that they come to understand that the murder of innocents is evil.

I have no objection to praying for Bush, Cheney and the rest of the regime. I pray that they grow consciences, learn empathy for others, acquire (somehow) mercy and compassion for ordinary people, begin to care for the environment, and cease their endless love for and pursuit of money and power. I pray that they never unleash the horror of nuclear war on another country and thus the shame of starting such a war on our own country. I pray that their hold on our country ends before the democracy does.

i also pray for those who are trying to save the democracy, like Keith Olbermann, in gratitude for his courage and commitment. Thanks, KO.

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Blair W. Los Angeles, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:38:49 GMT

The people who support Bush are pathetic, are you people even thinking about the things he has done? Are you even taking in any of it? Or do you just say "I like Bush" and leave it at that? Anyone with a brain would be able to understand what he has done. You all should be ashamed. You are all standing up for a man who put us to war. He is the one who has screwed the United States up.
I'M 13 AND EVEN I'M SMART ENOUGH TO REALIZE HOW MUCH BUSH AND CHENEY HAVE ABUSED THEIR POWER! ALL THE PEOPLE LISTED ABOVE ARE SUPPORTING THE WAR AND THE POWER HUNGRY BUSH AND CHENEY!
When Keith talked about how Bush is supporting Libby, my mouth dropped. Just because he works for the president doesn't mean he has special privillages. And when people talked about Clinton, this isn't about Clinton. That was in the past, we are worried about the future.
Thank you Keith, you've said what I've wanted to say on TV since 2001. Thank you! And I agree and thank with every supporter of Keith!

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Blair W. Los Angeles, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:38:49 GMT

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Jan in Richland WA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:44:29 GMT

Loved it Keith -- If you need another hidey hole -- think the pacific northwest - got a cabin in the mountains for you.

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Candelario Madueno, Colorado Springs, CO — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:45:23 GMT

I to took the oath to support and defend the constitution and I to have watched with dismay the way this administration has gone about destroying the foundation of our republic. For those who call KO an idiot seem not to hear his words but only that he would have the gaul to critisize the president. As the poll show the majority of the American public said the Scooter should serve his time. The judge was republican the pardon board was republican and all agreed that the sentece was just. That being said the special comment was so much more it articulated the sins of this administration better than any other. It should be a call to arms the the public. I Thank KO for putting into words that which I feel to the bone. I had no love for Clinton and as has been pointed out he was impeached just not convicted. When member that when those of us raise our right hands and take that oath to support and defend the constitution we donot swear and oath to a monarch or kiss the ring of a czar pledge to uphold the principles of goverment that is shackled and answers to the people. KO points out that there has never been an administration so bent on keeping the public ignorant and ignoring our wishes as this one...the poles show 70% want us out of Iraq and yet he sends more troops in..the poles show we don't want the imigration bill and yet Bush keeps pushing it and the poles show we want Sooter to serve his time and he ignors that... He and his lackeys don't want a government of the people by the people and for the people and it takes someone like KO to point this out

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Robert Malfetano, Phoenix,Az — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:47:08 GMT

Take it from a smart prosecutor and good choice for the next president, Giuliani, that Libby should never have been even tried. "Perjury has to be MATERIAL, it has to RELATE to what you are investigating. If the investigation is about a non-crime, when you know who did it, how could anything be material to it?" This was a sham about nothing! I am sick of the left and the useless big-mouth Dems that do nothing for this great country except look for ways to tear it down. Look around you idiots, there is a sick radical movement trying to take away your precious freedoms. We need wire tapping, we need survalience like the British have, what the hell are you so afraid of? Maybe if you would stop trying to undermine the ways our current President and past ones obtain intelligence, we might not have gone to war with Iraq. However, get over it, everyone agreed to go to war, left & right, based on the info we had. Stop the useless prosecutions, the wasting of time, and get on with the needs of the greatest country in the world, the United States of America! Oh, and as for you Keith, I liked when you did sports. I can not stand your political dribble, it disgusts me!

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:47:50 GMT

(thanks Pam:)!) Jamie, Chula Vista, CA (Sent Tuesday, July 03, 2007 10:45 PM)

Jamie, you're quite welcome and bubbubububububbu indeed!! I came up with "bububububu Clinton Defense" argument this morning based on idiots like Jeffrey Wilson, Evansville, IN. Jerry, you are indeed STUCK ON STUPID!!

You have the audacity to state, "the whole spin game is old and getting older by the minute" while bringing up former President Bill Clinton?? Please see the doctor and have that cement removed from inside your head!! I’ll say this again, since you most likely cannot get a doctor’s appoint until Thursday due to the holiday - BREAKING NEWS: Today’s date is July 3, 2007!!

NO Jeffrey, what is getting older by the minute and has for more than six years now is your "Stuck on Stupid bubububububu Clinton Defense."

Do you own a mirror Jeffrey? If so, please go stare in it and you will see which group of jackasses' excuses George W. Bush's behavior, yourself included, via "the whole spin game (that)is old and getting older by the minute"!!

By the way, please feel free to say in front of that “Spin Zone” mirror so we do not have to read ONE more of your asinine and idiotic rants!!

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Beej — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:50:56 GMT

Jeffrey Wilson,

So you want Bush to be treated like Clinton? Okay, let's do that little thing. Clinton was impeached, man! He was tried by the Senate and he was NOT convicted! I'm perfectly willing to treat Bush and Cheney the same way. Let's impeach both of them and try them in the Senate. Sounds good to me.

Incidentally, Libby was prosecuted by a special prosecutor appointed by George Bush. Clinton was prosecuted by a special prosecutor appointed by the Republican controlled Congress. Libby's trial was presided over by a judge appointed by George Bush. Clinton's impeachment trial was presided over by the Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, William Rehnquist, who was appointed by a Republican president and widely considered to be a conservative justice. Clinton was impeached for the "high crime or misdemeanor" or lying about having sex with a white house intern. I do believe the impeachment of George Bush would be about several somewhat more serious charges. So, can we now lay the "but Clinton did it too" whine to bed for good and for always? I really don't recall Clinton wiretapping American citizens without a warrant, holding people incommunicado without charges or trials for years, torturing those so held, and lying to the nation about the reason to go to war with a nation that had not attacked us. If you do remember Clinton doing any of those things, by all means, tell us about it. Then get medical help.

Oh, and one more thing. Great commentary, Mr. Olbermann.

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Laurie, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:51:08 GMT

This is the first time I've been moved to comment on a show, but needed to reach out and THANK you for summarizing the feelings and needs of many Americans.

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Nichole Coates — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:51:49 GMT

It takes talent to string together a series of elegant words and historical refrences to fashion a poignant point, but to deliver such a point with such passion takes quite another man.

It is obvious, Mr. Olbermann, that along with a keen intellect to cut through the political fog to see to the truth, you have a firey dedication to that truth, a dedication that is rarely found in today's political atmosphere.

However, I am afraid our president has neither the intellect, nor the gut, nor the common human deceny that you have and, with a sort of infantile serenity, would simply stare, unable to comprehend.

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Tom Massey, Kent, WA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:54:24 GMT

Thank you for speaking up in this era of muted TV news. I wrote my two Senators and my Representative this afternoon to open immediate hearings to find the truth. The lies of Mr. Libby blocked the truth. The President has now upheld that batch of lies to cover-up his own lies on the run-up to war and the denigration of Joe Wilson and Valarie Plame. It is now up to the US Congress. Again, thank you for your courage. Yours is the only cable news program that I watch on TV!!

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Deborah Joyce Windisch, Soquel, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:55:34 GMT

Keith, you have dedicated your life and livelihood to keeping the brutal truth in our faces with "Special Comments". Tonight's was effort was superior, yet all are incredibly tough and hard-hitting on the Bush-Amok administration. While some of these messages have been critical of you, please notice that their comprehension of the facts is lacking, or they resort to old, tired arguments, or they simply insult and call names. Pay them no mind - they are a waste of space, whether their words on this blog or themselves on the planet.

Believe in yourself, that what you are doing is the nitty-gritty work of a true patriot, one who would have made the Founding Fathers proud, whose words were equally impassioned: Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, Benjamin Franklin. In recent times, Dwight Eisenhower, Franklin Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy and now modern day keepers of the flame as well, such as Dennis Kucinich, Henry Waxman, John Conyers, Maxine Waters, Air America's Randi Rhodes (as well as their other hosts) - all keep grinding away at the incredible, shapeless blob that is the Bush-Amok administration. It changes shape as easily as warm playdough, with about as much accountability and direction.

The people of this country are blinded by American Idol, reality shows, Paris Hilton's hair extensions and whoever is having a Hollywood baby. They have no time for commentaries like yours - their tiny minds are overfilled already. But for those of us who are paying attention, your "Special Commentaries" are like cleansing waters flowing over a desecrated country. God bless you and keep you well. Olbermann for President! - Debbie Windisch, age 53, Soquel, CA (Santa Cruz county). P.S.: I've always thought people named "Keith" are incredibly cool, compassionate, sexy and talented individuals, who dance to no one's drum (or guitar) but their own. You rock, my man!! Keep that torch held high! We're with you! -djw

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Beej — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:56:02 GMT

Is there some way that we can bottle the courage and fire of this commentary and feed it to the so-called "journalists" who cover the White House and the military? How long will we have to suffer through the agony of hearing the White House's or the military's versions of events vomited up verbatim by those who are supposed to be reporters?

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Jamie, Chula Vista, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:56:23 GMT

TJ Coughlin and Mary McAuliffe, my fellow San Diego County friends, there are more than just the three of us from the most beautiful state in the nation, trust me.

Welcome to the blog!

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David Burrall, Garland, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:59:28 GMT

Leading into one of the breaks before his comment, Keith basically said, "Not that anyone should hold their breath for this, but it's time for W and Dick to resign."

Correct. Debra of Monongahela is also correct in that a Congress that seemly can't do anything is quite a problem. But the biggest problem is a group who acts above the law to the extent of choosing to try to impose it itself when the existing laws (or even the United States Constitution) don't suit them.

I was 8-and-a-half years old when Nixon resigned. I didn't understand too much about politics then, but I had an idea about what is good for America and what isn't. I remember thinking, "This man is not a good American."

Well, I'm 41 now, and though I'm no political scientist, I know what is good for America and what isn't. W, Dick, and their cronies are not. It is time for someone in charge, in both the legislative and executive branches, to, as Keith so eloquently stated, put country ahead of party.

Keith, I am a fellow journalist and as a sportscaster, I always admired your work in that field. But this, sir, was your finest work ever. Well done and happy 4th.

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Valerie H. Topanga, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:00:06 GMT

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Brandon, IA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:01:01 GMT

Y'know...I just thought about this. It helps that I'm dead tired and it's a quarter of 1 AM where I am...

Bush said that anyone who violates the law in his administration will be taken care of.

Well...this pard - oops, commutation - shows just HOW they will be taken care of.

Now, to a normal, rational, sane human being - the kind that makes up 73 or so percent of this country - "taking care of leakers" means that the leakers will be Punished to the Full Extent of the Law.

In BizarroWorld - population, the Senior Officials of the Bush Administration - "taking care of leakers" means just that. Taking care of them. Making sure they won't have to worry about the reaction from the big, bad, disagreeable, incompatabile, terrorist-sympathizing, promise-keeping General Public. "No, Scooter, don't worry, Dubya's gonna make it all better...go into the kitchen, Laura's making cookies!!!"

Anybody know where the portal to this bizarre world is? Or do I just have to start trashing all the video cameras that cover the White House until I find the right one that will close of this Evil Dimension from ours, and seal these evildoers in their own little world.

And maybe give us, if not a George W. Bush that has something of a brain, then either President Al Gore or President Nancy Pelosi.

Keith - Brava!! Encore!! My Internets might not have been good enough to keep up with the video, but the audio feed came through loud and clear, and I THINK I got a friend to DVR the repeat, so I can get a copy.

Now, we just need to find people who will listen to this long-overdue castigation, and (if they're not already there) convince their Congresspeople that now is a time for ACTION, not spineless dithering. There is a time and place for spending your legislative floor time debiting the merits of amendments to the appropriations bill for the maintenance of that Geyser in Yellowstone to provide Podunkville, North Dakota with a yellow brick road to celebrate their Wizard of Oz Week. This is NOT IT. NOT when your country is in crisis. NOT when your constituents are ready to throw YOU out on YOUR ears as well for aiding and abetting the treason and betrayal emanating from the White House (and Dick Cheney's house, but who cares about him?). This is a time for ACTION.

Good night, and good luck!!

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PJF, Scottsdale, AZ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:03:03 GMT

Oh, My Darling Mr. Olberman! You are the voice of reason, a light in the darkness, an inspiration to those of us who despair that this country is headed over the edge into the abyss. I am from Texas, where my relatives, tragically, in the past 2 decades have all morphed into mindless automatons controlled by the Bushites. I don't get it, but I love them anyway. Sadly, if they all knew what I think of our poor, misguided, incompetent, arrogant, avaricious, puppet of a president, I wouldn't be allowed to attend anymore family reunions. It's not just that he's been so distructive to the American way of life (freedom ) or that he has grossly diminished our position as a righteous player on the world stage, but his administration has polarized us on a community level in a way that I have never witnessed in my 58 years. It's become socially dangerous to express an opinion about the war, or immigration or terrorism or anything political. The intolerance "at the top" has flowed down to the American culture so that we are a bi-partisan culture to the greatest degree, I suspect, since the civil war. Another wonderful example set by this twisted, self-serving administration. Remembering the wise words of FDR, we should distain anyone who encourages us to be fearful. Fear mongering should be a crime (pay attention, American News Media). Fear breeds justification for war, for the taking away of freedom, for all forms of abuse. And this president and his "vice" have deliberately sought to inflame fear in our hearts and minds.This world is full of fear and problems that may never be solved, but when will we have a leader who understands that, as Americans, it is our place to set a different example, one of peace-making? How can we hope for peace by waging war? We like to think of ourselves as more evolved than those in the third world countries, or the middle east. When do we start taking the higher ground? When do we begin to make the very tough decisions that require more compassion, and less agression? When does the tit-for-tat, an eye-for-an-eye mentality give way to "Okay, it stops here." We are so critical of the Israelies and the Palestinians (I hit you, you hit me, so I hit you, then you hit me...into infinity)and then we did exactly the same thing after 9-11, only worse! Saddam NEVER HIT US! It's so encouraging to read all the comments tonight, because, with all the Fox Noise out there it's tempting to think of one's self as a voice crying in the wilderness, or even to think that you are one voice crying in that same Prairie Land , Keith, but, thank God, I, and you, are not alone.
Don't stop...we are counting on you!

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Bob Sequim, Wa — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:03:12 GMT

Keith,
I don't write e-mails to TV commentaters. However, after the comments tonight I must write and join the majority of blogers and say Bravo, Sir! This needed to be said and you did it eloquently, Bravo.

You make TV worth watching, Keep up the good work.

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Stacy, San Francisco, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:05:01 GMT

Thank you for giving the people a voice that hopefully will be heard by the members of Congress.

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Valerie H. Topanga, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:05:49 GMT

Keith Olbermann: a very smart guy with great courage and even greater juevos. You are the best, Keith! And thank you for your terrific words tonite. By God, we will get through this nightmare, and I say to you that it is a little easier knowing that you are speaking for so many, many Americans who are just horrified at what has happened to our country.

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Buddy Cummings, San Bruno, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:09:30 GMT

Thank you for speaking for all of us who don't have a forum to speak from. This administration is certainly one of the most blatantly corrupt in my lifetime. It is time for our Congress to take steps to remove these evil-doers from office. If I wasn't so old I would take to the streets and rally for their impeachment.

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Melinda Tanner, Long Beach, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:15:04 GMT

Hey, Jeffrey..as usual there are more of US than there are of YOU. The only reason your boy Bush "won" the election(s)is because he STOLE them. I'd like to say BRAVO and HELL YEAH!to Keith Olbermann, one of the few journalists left who take that word seriously and tell the truth. And the truth is both Little Lord PissyPants and his Uncle DICK should be IMPEACHED. Period. Then they should be sent to the Hague-after they stand trial for TREASON here in the US. It's time to take our country back from this tin pot dictator and his cabal of idiots.

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Linda, Pittsburgh — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:15:59 GMT

For those of you who don't read the Washington Post, Dan Froomkin had a terrific column (expressing outrage almost at the Special Comment level) in which he, as part of a smart argument, made a list of questions that the Bush regime and its chief news spinner should address. He asks readers to send other questions. (Do not be deterred by a big blank space on p. 3, if you encounter one; keep scrolling.) The column is dated July 3 and also has links to past columns he's written on the CIA leak case and the Libby trial. It is well worth your time.

Here's the link: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/blog/2007/07/03/BL2007070301366

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Lesley Heller, New York, N.Y. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:20:05 GMT

Great commentary! Would that there were more like you in the mainstream media. That said, there are two points with which I take issue. First: President Nixon resigned only after the many months of the disheartening Watergate hearings made it "perfectly clear" that he would soon be impeached, probably forced from office, and possibly tried on criminal charges. Resigning was merely the last part of Nixon's cover-up, especially since he knew that his hand-picked vice president, Republican Party hack Gerald Ford, would pardon him once he became president. Please don't give that scoundrel Nixon more credit than he deserves! Second: While I, too, would like Mr.Bush to leave office ASAP, wouldn't
that mean that Mr. Cheney would then become, gulp, president?
Mr.Olbermann, be careful what you wish for!

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Monique Perez Brooklyn, New York — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:32:26 GMT

Thank you for your service to our diminishing democracy. You say the things that need to be said when nobody else dares to. May God bless you and keep you strong. This administration is shameful and we need more people like you to tell the truth to the american people and the world. Bush has no scruples and no intention on resigning, he should have been impeached long ago.

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James, San Diego, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:40:19 GMT

Keith demands the release of Al Qaeda terrorists from prison, and throws a big hissy fit because Scooter Libby isn't going to prison. So according to Keith, Al Qaeda deserves more of a break than Scooter Libby. And Keith Olbermann is the man that you all look up to as a hero?

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JB, Texas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:41:35 GMT

Thanks Keith. We need a special prosecuter to put pressure on morons like Kenneth Star did.

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Niels Erickson, proud of Keith and "mad as hell" in Post-Katrina MS — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:43:57 GMT

"So I want you to get up now. I want all of you to get up out of your chairs. I want you to get up right now and go to the window. Open it, and stick your head out, and yell, 'I'M AS MAD AS HELL, AND I'M NOT GOING TO TAKE THIS ANYMORE!'" - Howard Beale, "Network" (1976)

Forget going to the window. Go to your desk, to your computer, to your phone. Put it in a letter. Or an e-mail. Or a phone call or text message. Better yet, put in in all of 'em. Send it to your Senators and Representatives. And get everyone you can to do likewise. Send a copy of Keith's text along with it. Tell the lot of 'em: "I'M MAD AS HELL, AND I'M NOT GOING TO TAKE THIS ANYMORE!" Hammer the halls of Congress with that message! Let them learn what "Shock and Awe" really is when enough American citizens are fed up with charlatans and criminals occupying the White House. Bury their desks in mail. Flood the switchboards and fill the mailboxes. If your rep is in his/her home district for the Fourth, let 'em hear from you. Loud and clear! If we truly are the majority opinion in this country, OUR country, let's show OUR representatives what THEIR bosses sound like when we are good and angry at "business as usual"! This Fourth of July it is time we showed OUR government some real fireworks, the wrath of an American citizenry fed up with those who consider themselves above the law. Help them find their backbone -- or at least teach them to be more afraid of the voters back home than the ventriloquist and the dummy. Take your anger and do something with it. Get your family and friends to do likewise. We're the majority, dammit! Let's act like it! Let's make the Fourth of July truly mean something good again! Keith has spoken what we feel. Don't just sit there! Let Congress hear an "AMEN!" that will knock the marble off the walls and out from between their ears!

If you too are "MAD AS HELL" then DO SOMETHING!

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Mary Plante, Lakewood, WA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:44:49 GMT

Bravo ! Thank you and bless you Keith Olbermann. Both my husband and I applauded your special comment this evening. Yes. It is time for Bush and Cheney to resign.

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Elizabeth Asnicar, Lyons, Colorado — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:47:10 GMT

Brilliant imagery! Like the bold concepts which helped to create our nation, your powerful words may yet save it. Patrick Henry, move over a little. Keith is here!

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Lucy Latorre, Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:50:23 GMT

Thank you for telling the truth, Keith! Thank you for saying it like it is. You are the best! Keep up the good work!! We love you and we need you! This dictator needs to be impeached...

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Rick Troost, Miami Beach, FL — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:52:21 GMT

Bravo Keith Olbermann!!!! That was without doubt, the greatest thing I have ever seen on TV! Thank you so much for so eloquently stating how most of this great country feels!!!

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Erik Theberge, New York, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:04:19 GMT

Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Countdown is an oasis of truth in the middle of the desert of corruption, cronyism, incompetence and fear-mongering that is the Bush administration.

January 20th 2001 to January 20th 2009 is a time that will live in infamy in the annals of history.

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Liberal Democratic Party, USA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:08:44 GMT

The Liberal Democratic Party of the United States has an interactive chat board.

http://www.xatech.com/LiberalDemocraticPartyoftheUnitedStates

Liberals and Progressives welcome.

Also click on my username to send a strong message to congress for Bush and Cheney to resign.

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Marvin Wheaton — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:10:06 GMT

Mr. Olberman: Please repeat your comments and outrage regarding the pardons "sold" by President Clinton? I would like to recommend you use your position to pressure for pardons for the border guards wrongly convicted of criminal behavior.

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Patricia Young, Covina, Ca — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:10:09 GMT

Keith for President! We love you and thank you for your honesty and eloquence.
For the republicans out there, it's ok to be on the right, but for God's sake, even you must see what an absolute mess this country has become. Makes you look bad to keep defending these crooks. Not all republicans are bad, but c'mon, this bunch here are the most corrupt I have ever seen.

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Daniele Burich — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:13:30 GMT

Keith, you are definitely my BEST PERSON IN THE WORLD today. Well done, sir.

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Gina Landry, Washington, DC area — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:15:59 GMT

Keith: Thank you from the bottom of my heart and the hearts of millions who have no means to express our disgust of Bush, Cheney, Rove, etc. You make me proud to be an American today because you said exactly what I feel and would love to say to the faces of these fools in the Bush Administration and the Americans who still believe in them. Commuting Libby's sentence was the "straw that broke the camels back" - you are correct, IT IS TIME FOR BUSH AND CHENEY TO RESIGN IMMEDIATELY. Your special comment hit home perfectly and brought me to tears. I would add one other topic to their list of corruptions and failures - Hurricane Katrina. We can never forget those victims either! You showed us today what our Independence Day truly means to Americans who want to take their country back and make it what our founding fathers intended. Thanks Again!! My husband and I watch you every night and you never disappoint us. You are terrific!!! Keep up the good fight. And, remember to pray everyday, not just today, for our troops safety and quick return home everyday! God Bless You and have a wonderful holiday!!

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Carie S., Tucson, Arizona — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:30:20 GMT

Keith, you are absolutely my hero; for embodying that freedom which makes our country so precious: the patriotic gusto to say what needs to be said no matter how dangerous it might be to say it; the principles upon which this country was founded: the freedom and willingness to stand up to unfair leadership.
I was absolutely moved to tears, and i'd be ashamed to admit that if it weren't for all the other people who felt the same. to all those critics who say your special comment achieved nothing or was nothing but whining - I must disagree: if just a few minutes of words can move so many to find such a deep, emotional, passionate reaction - that passionate reaction can become ACTION, and truly change the direction our country is headed: back, perhaps, towards that "old-fashioned" freedom and justice we celebrate today, and have celebrated for the last 221 years.
thank you, Keith, THANK YOU.

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Annie Jenkins — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:42:21 GMT

KEITH, PLEASE RUN FOR PRESIDENT!!!
WE NEED AN HONEST, INTELLIGENT PERSON IN THE WHITE HOUSE.
THANK YOU FOR TONIGHT'S CLARION CALL
IMPEACH!!!
IMPEACH!!
IMPEACH!!!

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Liberal Democratic Party, USA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:45:11 GMT

Call War contractor and GOP contributor General Electric at 203 373 2211 and ask for the public relations department.

Tell the person you want the GE CEO to get Bush and Cheney to resign and UNTIL BUSH AND CHENEY resign you will no longer buy any GE products.

Still watch Countdown though :)

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mark angerman,santa rosa,ca — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:51:32 GMT

I anxiously await your special comment in the same way I used to await the next Beatle album.Then it was the the Beatles nailing the musical nail on the head. With all of your special comments you have succeeded in nailing the truth nail on the head.I love that you speak directly to the Bush/Cheney crime family and direct your thoughts and words right to their criminal faces on national television.I do the same thing from my living room whenever any of those creeps are speaking on the screen. Sadly, all it does is freak my dog out and cause my family to to caution me about my blood pressure.
If you spoke your special comment about Bush/Cheney in 2001 I would have been with you 100%. I knew then what it has taken a large portion of this country to finally get into their skulls for the last six years.I hope it sinks in because if it doesn't were going to get gangsters not leaders. Unlike John Wayne, I was not as forgiving because I knew these guys were not going to do a "good job." The Bush/Cheney cabal thinks they have discovered some new kind of wool to pull over the collective eyes of americans with brains that still function.They don;t give a shit about what americans think or want. they are going to run the show as they see fit. You have effectively pulled the wool out from under them and exposed them as the naked clowns they are.It's shocking to realize how much they have fucked up with such small pricks.

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Amy C., NC — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:51:51 GMT

I also want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart, Keith, for giving a message like this on the eve of our Independence Day--for helping us remember the extraordinary effort and courage that was put into creating our sacred republic.

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Doug Sinser, Las Vegas, NV — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 08:06:15 GMT

I will join with those who say THANK YOU Keith Olbermann. Someone in Big Paid Media finally called out the crime syndicate liars on national television. I'm sort of surprised they let you do it. Keep the hammer down. God knows our so-called representatives won't do it. Congratulations on a well done piece.

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Brianna Wilson, Paso Robles, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 08:14:12 GMT

That was the most awesome broadcast against Bush and his administration that I have ever seen on a major news network. That somehow lifted a lot of weight off my shoulders because for a long time the news may have said one small thing or another about how terrible things are going, but I've not seen anyone with the courage to really say what is on most people's mind. Thank you so much! We'll be on the lookout to make sure you keep your job.

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Johnny 4nuthin, San Francisco, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 08:37:33 GMT

It seems that the "pro-Keith" people outnumber the "anti-Keith" folks by about 50-1. Anyone who tries to justify what a man is doing by pointing out evils (much lesser evils in this case) that other men have done, is showing what amounts to a third-grader's excuse..."well, HE did so and so...bwaaa...". How anyone can still support this wrecking crew is way beyond me. They are turning our country into a laughable (if it weren't so scary), bankrupt, morally unconscienable, fascist dictatorship. So, all you who try to point fingers into the past, get a clue. Its all been done before. That is why our founding fathers created safe-guards in the constitution. The only people who could possibly still support this administration are people who are just as sick as the administration itself: lying, greedy, selfish, self-righteous, sense of entitlement having, sociopathic, murderers that they are. Either that or they are in serious denial and need help. When the NWO rolls in, you will be just as much slaves as the rest of us. I hope your children enjoy the prison (concentration camp) you are helping them along with.

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April Portillo — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 08:39:49 GMT

Thank you Mr. Olbermann for your courageous "Comment" commentary this evening. I felt this way toward Bush and Cheney when they announced they were attacking Iraq. I thought I was witnessing a government that had gone mad. There were so few of us then that had a platform for dissent and debate. No one was listening. The media was pro Bush and his war. I applaud your efforts to say the truth, which sadly the Congress isn't heeding yet. I cannot think of any stronger reason for impeachment then to mislead a nation into a tragic needless war. This is a high crime. Thousands of innocent soldiers and civilians are dying for naught. You have articulated the rage I feel everyday under the reign of "King George the Second." We need another revolution to survive this monarchy.

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Thattune — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 08:45:51 GMT

You people are pathetic. Not only are you bigots and full of hatred toward anyone who does not share you're view point, you are also a bunch of hypocrites. Child molesters get probation and not peep out of ya. Millions of people cross our borders illegally, drive without a license or insurance, eagerly steal other peoples identity and social security numbers, giving not a seconds thought to what impact they might have on someone else and you would gladly pardon even welcome them.

But a man, whose only real crime was not having a perfect memory and worst of all, a different political philosophy than yours, is not taken away from his wife and young children you are outraged.

Bush has pardoned less people than any President in modern history. And of those he has none are on film making a terrorist bomb like Bill Clinton.Whom for the record I like and admire.

My point is that Libby did not deserve to go to jail and deep down all of you know that. He had NOTHING to do with "outing" Plame. A Democrat did. Where is you anger that he is not being legally persued? Libby was just a fall guy to appease the hatred of the far left. The whole thing was just revenge for Ken Starr's pursuit of Clinton. Another waste of taxpayer money.

The only redeeming quality Keith Oberton has is that hardly anyone watches his show. I use to because I like to hear different sides of issues. But the constant Bush bad BS just got old. It's pretty sad when a persons entire political and social thinking can be summed up in 2 words.

And 1 more thing. If all those other nations intelligence services had been right. If all the Democrats going on and about what a threat Saddam Hussien was to this country, if his own generals had been right about WMD's in Iraq. But Bush had gambled with the lives of you and your children, not taken action and the unthinkable had happened. How many of you would writing in support of George Bush right now? Saying "well you know he just didn't have quite enough information to go there. I'll tell ya how many, not a 1 of you, thats how many. You would all be screaming for his head on a platter! No matter what the man did he could not win. He chose the lesser of 2 evils and then screwed it. Well enough of my wrambling, if you read this far, thanks!

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John Richmond Black Canyon City, AZ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 08:49:03 GMT

When I first heard this latest news of the lies and deception of this administration I was so mad I yelled at my TV. You, Mr Olbermann have very succinctly voiced my thoughts in a way that made me cheer my TV. Thank you for voicing what so many of us feel.

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Kathryn Brunner, Orange, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 09:07:50 GMT

I am so sick of your vitriol. I used to watch Countdown because it was amusing in spite of your obvious animosity toward Republicans. (I have never been a Republican but I feel like defending Republicans when I hear your belittling remarks.) As long as you are not too vicious, though, I figure your job is to be funny, not fair.

But your hyperbolic rhetoric about Scooter Libby was too much. Your statements did not ring true to me and were way too full of hatred to be funny. Do you know why you are oblivious to legitimate reasons for commuting his sentence? It is that you love just to fume about things. Some people think passion is eloquence. It is not. Accuracy is. I do not like Libby much and I believe that he was not upfront with the prosecutor. But the prosecutor had no business pursuing Libby once he discovered that there was no underlying crime to prosecute. The punishment was also very harsh.

I have never thought the Iraq war was justified from a self-defense standpoint. I never saw Iraq as a serious threat even if Saddam had WMD. To the extent I supported the war it was due to the horrors of Saddam's dictatorship. But Bush did not lie. He shared the opinion of most people at the time, including John Kerry and various foreign intelligence agencies about Saddam's WMD.

You would be a better journalist or commentator, or whatever it is you consider yourself to be, if you would get off your high horse and try to see things from another point of view occasionally. Especially disgusting are you "Worst Person in the World Awards", which never go to the likes of Kim Jong Il, Saddam Hussein, or Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, who smash babies heads against the floor because they might have foreign fathers, or throw dissidents into plastic shredders, or hang people upside down and whip them until blood streams all over their bodies. No, you consider your petty jealousy of Bill O'Reilly the all important issue. In contrast, Bush has always encouraged dissent, even when his character has been mocked and attacked in the rudest possible ways.

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Gia Dinelt, Fairbanks, AK — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 09:14:59 GMT

It was an extremely moving commentary. My family and I are genuinely horrified at the amount of damage to the country, and the ideals of the country, that the Bush administration has wrought in so few years time. Is there any practical advice on what can actually be DONE to stop this administration before the country is completely over the precipice?

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Jana, Commack, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 10:00:45 GMT

Keith, once again you have managed to reduce me and my family to tears with your eloquence, your words, your truth. Would that more people in this country heed those words and believe them and do something about it. Thank you for being the one continuing bright spot in a sea of absolute b.s. in the Main Stream Media.

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Giulia Saudelli, Rome, Italy — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 10:00:55 GMT

Thank You very, very much for this commentary! I am an american born and living in Italy, and you totally expressed my feelings towards this government.

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Tim Orden — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 10:06:20 GMT

I was riveted by the speech. Eloquent and inspiring. What a great gift for Independance Day.
Now, are we gonna follow through?

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Ben K. from AB, Canada — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 10:15:37 GMT

You give me hope, sir, that the America that I once held in high regard might return to a course of democracy, freedom, courage that it once was... a shining beacon to the world.

The US is on a course of self-destruction. It makes me sadly chuckle at how the US has become like the Communist-Era Soviet Union of old and the Nazi Germany of the past... the very types of regimes your sons gaves their lives for to create a better life for all of us. The Bush Administration has started naive and unfounded wars, manipulated the media, subverted their own justice system, and engaged in gestapo-like tactics -- often upon on its own people -- all in the name of protecting America and its freedoms. Freedom is the last thing that comes to my mind when I think of America now. The damage this administration has inflicted on America, its people and its reputation may be irreparable in the foreseeable future and far more damaging than any terrorist attack could have inflicted. Osama bin Laden must be laughing from his vantage point... Osama is free, and the American people have become enslaved, isolated and fearful. The political machine of your country has been so perverted and polarized; it no longer functions to serve the people; I have little faith it will produce a candidate that can turn the tide of these events. America's economic dominance in the world is coming to an end... after the money is gone will America even have liberty to cling to? The media has been silenced, cowardly, neutered; covering stories of celebrity hijinx and scandal so as to give the American people some relief, some sense that their lives are better than a millionaire's folly, to escape the pressure of the invisible gun to their heads. That gun held by its own government.

Many of my friends and family are Americans and now I pray for them. I usually come to America during July 4th celebrations to marvel at your people's patriotism with a tinge of jealousy and wonderment. Americans love America with good reason. All the good in America, all the reason in America is being subverted. People of America, its time to take the dream back.

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Heather Las Vegas, NV — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 10:16:04 GMT

Thank you so much for speaking out! America needs a patriot like you. Please keep doing what you are doing.

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Sarita & Kay Saxena, New York, New York — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 10:41:42 GMT

Good going, Mr. Olbermann, you were great, as always.

Look at the comments above. Those of us who agree with you, have done so civilly. Some of the comments have even been eloquent.

Yet, those who disagree with you, have shown deplorable, lamentable lack of fluency in the English language, resorting to cheap diatribes and vulgarities to be disparaging of you! How then, can any of us expect a modicum of intelligence and cogent thought from any of them? It is impossible. therefore, we should give it up.

Unfortunately, all of the "conservative", Republican types, who would like to have your services terminated, seem to be severely intellectually challenged as well as sufferers en masse, of ADHD. Please pay no heed to their rants because it is unbecoming - you are so far above their ken that it isn't even funny.

These "Conservatives" like to harp on President Clinton's frailties - do you suppose you can impress upon their limited intellects, that there is a gigantic difference between the President and I. Scooter Libby ? President Clinton's high crime and impeachment, arose out of his sexual proclivities, which in any other country would have been a private matter. How is it that no one speaks of Gingrich, Livingstone, Hyde, and the numerous others, all of whom zealously, and thoroughly hypocritically, pursued President Clinton's impeachment, but had to resign their positions because their own peccadilloes came to light with astounding clarity?

I believe Ryan Lizza stated on Hardball today, that folks in D.C. are afflicted with Amnesia, cherry picking through history, and mouthing only that which serves their purpose. Having read the comments from your critics and denigrators, I have come to the conclusion that all of America, suffers from Amnesia, pathological disdain for differing opinions, and the "Jaywalk" syndrome, which prevents them from acquiring or honing,even the slightest bit of intellect.

So, please do not let these mentally-decripit people affect you. Your special comments are wonderful and on the money (none of them seem to remember that one of your SCs was about the ineffectual performance of the Democrat-led Congres). Go forth, Sir, and May the Lord guide your every endeavor.

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David McKeown — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 10:57:13 GMT

well said.
A voice of reason in a country thats losing its way. As a brit I'm watching this unfold, and finally the 'decider' is looking 'decidedly' stuffed... as a turkey should be I say.
Corruption has its own destruction built in, and at last, the poison is working its way to the head of the snake.
I love analogies :o)

Shout it loud Keith!

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Marjorie Swanson, Kenosha, WI — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 11:20:37 GMT

Brilliant, impassioned, articulate and intellegent as usual Keith. A honest voice in the media has become so rare that you and those like you are an endangered species. Keep up the good work. We love you and what's more important, we respect you. Unlike most of the rest of the media that are a big a scumbags as the politicians they enable.

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Mary in Wisconsin — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 11:27:40 GMT

Thank you. TV and radio are no longer my sources for news, except for you. You are not only the best, but you seem to be the only one with the courage to be honest. I am so grateful for you.

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rick, chicago — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 11:36:25 GMT

tuned in to the tirade by accident! This sportscaster apparently forgot to take his medication yesterday. very humorous! no wonder he has no ratings!

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Joaniest, Sarasota, FL — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 11:43:55 GMT

You are brilliant and brave, and you have more class in your little finger than Bush and Cheney have between them. Thank you, Sir!

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Wil Hagen, York PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 12:16:07 GMT

I have been disgusted with this country for six and half years even getting to the point of making arrangements to leave. Bush stole two elections, ignored the warnings of the pending attacks of 9/11, destroyed the economy by sending our jobs to China and India, devastated the environment, suspended habeas corpus and spied on the emails, phone calls, and financial records of nearly every American citizen . This conservative triple the size of the federal government. Also, he lied about the war that has murdered thousands of Americans and hundreds of thousands of Iraqis. I have also been outraged with my fellow Americans for allowing this overthrow of the Constitution to occur. Your comments this evening has inspired me. Like Margaret Cho has comment I am staying here fight! I have joined several Impeach Bush websites and e-mailing this evening's special commentary to everyone I know. The Democrats need to enforce their oversight power and sign on to Dennis Kuncinch's Articles of Impeachment. Contact your Senators and Congress people and flood the White House with e-mails and phone calls. For the handful of people that still support this buffoon, like Jeffery Wilson and TBS in Scottsdale, let me say one thing. If you support this President and this war, go to Iraq or send your kids. You are awfully brave sitting in anywhere USA “supporting the troops”. Your President and Vice-President were also cowards when it was their time to serve. Put your life where your mouth is. On this Independence Day we again denounce the madness of another King George. Let freedom ring and let us drive him and the traitorous Vice-President from power. THANK YOU MR. OLBERMANN!!!

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Terri McCown — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 12:25:45 GMT

Hi Keith,

I wrote to you the week you were gone and said that I was going to start watching PBS for news if you didn't bring your show back to the way they were because the night I was watching there were three stories that were not news. After watching you last night give your special comment, I remembered why I watch you in the first place. You sir, are one of the few brave journalists left out there in my oponion. When I was a little girl, I thought it would be such a great job to be a journalist and travel all over the world bringing people the news, but as I got older, I realized I wasn't brave enough for a job like that and I became a parent instead. I didn't realize that being a parent was the absolute hardest job I would ever have. Anyway, thank you for standing up to these idiots in the white house. Now I will continue to watch your show and wait for your next special comment. I love your show (when you are hosting it) all the time, but your special comments are THE BEST.

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Lorraine Nitabach, Tamarac, Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 12:32:27 GMT

I just listened to a reading of the Declaration of Independence written over 230 years ago. Your comments last evening were inspiring to our nation as to what should be an immediate cause to IMPEACH the present President, Vice President, Attorney General, et al. BRAVO to you and your network for having the courage and conviction of speaking the truth.

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Donna Webb, Ashland, Oregon — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 12:49:59 GMT

Once again, Keith, you have spoken the truth and said it as plainly as it can be stated. You are about the only one brave enough to say in public what the great majority of us are feeling. Thank you for your honest, passionate statements of the TRUTH. Hearing your comments helps to vent our anger and frustration with this Bush/Cheney circus. Oh, if only they would listen and do as you ask. Thank you, thank you, thank you. We never miss your show and tell everyone we know to tune in to it.

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David Smith, Lake Mary, Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 12:56:28 GMT

The Untouchable:

Touché!!! Keith sounded like he was narrating an episode of the old television series The Untouchables. Only Al Capone would be Air Bush (as in hot air) and Baby Face Nelson would be Old Face Cheney. What we have is Mafia in the White House. When political figures have immunity from prosecution, it generates an aura societal helplessness. It is time for impeachment proceedings

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Amanda — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:07:31 GMT

James, San Diego, CA:

The difference between the "al-Quaeda terrorists" at Gitmo and Scooter Libby is that Scooter was TRIED and CONVICTED of a crime. The supposed terrorists at Gitmo don't even have the benefit of a real jury trial in which they can hear the evidence against them and provide exculpatory evidence if possible. The plain and simple fact is that not all of them are probably terrorists! Look at the case of Mr. Hamdan, for example.

Remember you have to compare apples to apples, and when your boy Bush has suspended habeas corpus, that's just not possible. Get a law degree (or a clue) and then we can talk.

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E Townsend, Wexford, PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:09:42 GMT

KO, you delivered a KO to this "Dick-tatorship" in your impassioned comment last night. I then went to sleep and dreamt a beautiful dream that they did resign. I fear the terror of this administration more than I do the terrorists they purport to protect us against. Thank you for having the courage to speak out against those that continue mire us in a nightmare. This Independence Day 2007, let us all join KO and speak out for the ideals we fought for those hundreds of years ago!

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Wanda Swain Bland, Largo, Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:12:47 GMT

I'm sure my neighbors, the Republican Neo-Cons, thought I'd finally gone totally over the edge tonight. Keith Olbermann had me up on my feet, cheering, crying, and feeling infused with pure American spirit from the top of my head right down to my subatomic level. Yes! Yes!! This is how we feel. Resign, Bush and Cheney, you bums. Incompetent is the nicest term I'd use to describe you and your effects on our country. This Georgia girl's gonna celebrate the 4th by making a big churn of homemade "IMPEACH" ice cream with family and friends.... and Keith, when I see fireworks tomorrow, I'll be thinking of you. That was BEAUTIFUL and so just what I needed! Thanks so much.

Wanda Swain Bland
Largo, Florida

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Candace Norman, Tulsa, Ok — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:19:24 GMT

Thank you, Keith.....you say it all and so eloquently.
Would that merely saying it could make it true, but maybe if we all KEEP saying it we will make it true.
To quote "The Boss" "Walk tall, or baby don't walk at all." Keep walkin' for all of us, Keith!

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Davor M, Syracuse, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:22:11 GMT

I love you Keith Olbermann :)

You're a genius in so many ways.

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bill jennings — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:27:51 GMT

Anyone who still believes that this president and his followers are leading this country down the path of truth and justice really have their heads in the sand. Keith has the intelligence and honesty to tell it like it is. You are my president and its time to resign! DO IT

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A. Stokes, Roseburg, OR — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:29:28 GMT

Thank you for the truth Keith. I am a senior citizen and have never been more embarassed or disappointed by any administration in my life. Your brave and honest commentary was enjoyed, appreciated, and respected. Keep up the outstanding job of truth telling in these days of corruption. How bout a "Countdown" of how many more days we, the United States, have left to survive the destruction of this President and his buddies? Thank you, thank you, thank you.

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Scott, Rockbridge Ohio — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:41:25 GMT

After reading most of these blogs, I find that I was not the only one emboldened and inspired by your comments last night. I awoke this morning with the express purpose of emailing you to encourage you...obviously, many others felt the same thing. I do not believe I can add any other inspirations than what you have already received. As a newcomer to Countdown (this was just the second time watching it), I was amazed and impressed with your eloquence. It's about time that someone shouted, "The king has no clothes!" May it inspire the entire nation to act again like a true democracy, rise up, and oust the emporer.

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Linda, Pittsburgh — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:42:38 GMT

Kathryn, Orange County:

Your facts are wrong on several counts. Patrick Fitzgerald was not "pursuing" LIbby. He was carrying out an investigation initiated at the CIA's request because a covert agent's identity had been revealed. It was not that Libby failed to be "upfront" with Fitzgerald; he committed perjury--that is, he lied under oath to a grand jury. That is a crime. (Martha Stewart did time for lying in an investigation and not under oath, for example).

To say that "Bush did not lie" is a very technical argument. Bush's entire administration (Bush, Cheney, Condi Rice) marketed a war in two ways: by creating a false impression that Saddam Hussein was linked to 9/11 (an impression they still from time to time cultivate in desperate moments) and by raising fears that Saddam's WMD would be used to directly attack the United States (the famous "mushroom cloud" image). Now, anyone paying the remotest attention to international affairs knew that the nearly all the 9/11 hijackers were natives not of Iraq, but of Saudi Arabia; that Saddam's regime was secular, not Islamic fundamentalist; and that no evidence linked Saddam to 9/11. As to WMD, the weapons inspectors said repeatedly that they found nothing and wished to finish their work. It was George Bush who ended that inspections process. The no-fly zone and embargo initiated after Desert Storm had weakened Iraq to the point where (as we found after the illegal invasion) Saddam literally had no army.

No one in the U.S. needs Keith Olbermann to point out that vicious dictators and mass murdering terrorists are bad people. We know that. What we need to know is when people entrusted with our government's power, or corporate or the power of mass media abuse those powers and damage either those who are powerless or the country. Or both. That is the point of naming (metaphorically, not literally) the Worst Person in the World.

As to "vitriol" against Republicans, what would you suggest is the appropriate response to waging illegal war, outing a covert CIA agent working on WMD, the use and promotion of torture, illegal overseas prisons, spying on Americans without obtaining warrants, Abu Ghraib, Guantanamo, the suspension of habeas corpus, the use of federal investigative and prosecutorial power to enhance Republican chances in state and federal elections, massive fraud and war profiteering, the continuing enrichment of the vice president by one of those profiteers, mind-boggling incompetence in the most basic governmental responsibility (protecting people in times of disaster), and being caught in lies that are directly observable by simply juxtaposing sound bites? If a person can't get outraged by that stuff, what would it take? The establishment of a dictatorship? Tossing those who dissent into prison rather than merely trashing their reputations, e.g., Joe Wilson? Get your facts straight; we are not casual with the facts here.

When the Republicans clean out their stinking house, people like KO will stop criticizing them. And when the Democrats grow a spine, KO will stop criticizing them.

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Susan, Western KY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:47:07 GMT

Keith: I haven't posted here in several weeks. But after your Special Comments, just had to. Thank you so very much for continuing to articulate in blunt language what "we the people" think and feel about these criminals in the administration. Thank you MSNBS for letting Keith say it.

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Krista Allen, Carrollton, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:48:04 GMT

I've got three things I need to say:
#1: I, too, was moved to tears. My great-uncle served in the Navy for 20 years before being captured by the Japanese and dying in a POW camp. I shudder to think of what he and the other brave men and women who died to keep this great nation alive and free would think of our present state of affairs. God bless you, Keith!

#2: OK, now what, folks? If all of us send one letter or email to our member of Congress, we could certainly give rise to an impeachment and (God willing) a conviction.

#3: If you're going to be the fly-in-the-ointment minority, can you at least try to make sense? I'm refer to one of the earlier comments: "Don't you know that several of the jurors serving in the grand jury investigation who as a group convicted Libby, also want to see him pardoned? Doesn't that say something about the farce that this trial actually was? The prosecutor knew in advance of the trial who had leaked Plame's name - not a Bush sympathizer by any stretch." How easy is it to make an assertion without backing it up with facts, or did you study journalistic intgrity under Matt Drudge or Billo? The prosecutor was a Republican. The judge was APPOINTED by Bush and HE agreed with the prosecution! For one brief moment in the last 6 years of utter madness, we had people who rose above politics and listened to unbiased truth, and Bush yanked it away from us. I'm just tired of the bickering and am ready to listen to honest discussions of the truth.

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Tru M., Cleveland, Ohio — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:49:09 GMT

To all the idiots who are trying to excuse this corrupt administration by accusing Keith, and us, of "demanding the release of Al Qaeda terrorists from prison" (nonsense--we are demanding the release of those who have been imprisoned without even being CHARGED); of not being concerned about child molesters who get out on probation (red herring--there is no proof that any of us here is not concerned about that); of not caring about people who cross our borders illegally or drive without licenses or insurance, or about identity thieves (more red herrings) or about wanting to "pardon and welcome them" (just plain false accusation made to make us all look bad)...who call us bigots and full of hatred toward anyone who does not share our view point, and "hypocrites"...you are liars. Liars without a leg to stand on, accusing Keith--and us--of things we never said just to make us look bad, because you can't think of a single way left to make this administration look good. Because all of your attempts to prop it up are morally bankrupt. You have nothing left now but to hurl hollow and false arguments at your opponents.

Scooter Libby's "only real crime was not having a perfect memory"? Funny, isn't it, how people's "memories" go all fuzzy when they're being questioned in court, isn't it? Aww. Poor Scooter. Gee, Officer Krupke, this boy don't need a judge, he needs some ginkgo biloba! Oh, and we hate him because he has "a different political philosophy." Sure. Accuse others of that of which you are guilty yourselves.

And, of course, when you're really down to your dregs, sob about how terrible it will be if a convicted criminal is taken away from his wife and young children to actually serve time. And you accuse US of being soft on crime.

Talk of presidential pardons is irrevelant. This is not a pardon...yet.

Those who say "Libby did not deserve to go to jail" are wrong and are lying to themselves, and deep down, all of THEM should know that. He was not convicted of "outing" Plame, but of LYING about the whole thing and obstructing justice. Can you not get that through your heads? Stop repeating to us "But but but he didn't out Plame." That is NOT the point and you know it!

And what idiot called Keith "Keith Oberton"? And then went into a tirade: "hardly anyone watches his show. I use to because I like to hear different sides of issues. But the constant Bush bad BS just got old. It's pretty sad when a persons entire political and social thinking can be summed up in 2 words." Oh please. You never watched Keith's show. You don't even know what his LAST NAME is! Your attempt to pose as an ex-loyal viewer who got turned off by "the Bush BS" is transparently laughable.

Talking about "what ifs" when it comes to WMD is also a moot point. It was all wrong, it was all bull, and it cannot be used now to justify this war. Bush chose the GREATER, not the lesser, of two evils and then screwed it. You know it. There is NO WAY to justify it.

Arguments in defense of Bush and Cheney's actions are empty, hollow and tattered. To those who insist on repeating them, please give it up--and please, give us back our country...what is left of it.

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Valorum, San Antonio, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:50:49 GMT

Again, the founding fathers of this great country of ours would be up in arms today for this administration has shown no regard for the rule of law.. The Bush administration states that the punishment is excessive? They've got to be kitting, right? A conservative judge, appointed by his excellency himself king George, did not either write or add his own interpretation of what constitutes just punishment for the offense perpetrated by Cheney's fall guy, Scooter Libby. As a matter of fact, the punishment is just and suited for such an offense. To my better judgement I'd say reason has left the building. This administration has and continues to make a mockery of the executive branch by showing no regard to the very paper king George swore to uphold and protect, the Constituion of these United States. Lest he be reminded that the real sovereign of this nation is the people that put him in office. And come Nov '08 the people will again cast their sovereign right to oust his excellency. God bless our United States of America for these are indeed perilous times for our Republic.

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Valorum, San Antonio, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:51:15 GMT

It is time to impeach this President and Vice President for they have both committed treason. Instead of upholding and protecting the Constitution of these United States as they so swore to do, the've instead shown no regard for it and have put it in peril. It is time for the true sovereign of this Republic, which is its people, to recall this President. We the sovereign must demand his removal and must send a clear message to would be presidents that they are not, and will never be allowed to be above the law. For ours is a government of the people, by the people and for the people.

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ira dallas,texas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:51:36 GMT

its about time america needs our country back,keep up the pressure of resignation,or else we are doomed
as a free country

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Steven Shene, Palm Bay, Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:51:52 GMT

Way to go Keith... you ROCK! You speak for MANY good people! Nice to see ONE news commentator that's not a total wuss!

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Troy Rash, Waco, Texas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:52:17 GMT

Thank you, thank you, thank you!! And here I was feeling helpless, like there was nothing I could do. You have renewed my faith and determination.
Thank you!

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Colleen Lynch, Bridgeport, CT — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:10:26 GMT

You people need to read the constitution. Article II, section2, the president has the power to grant pardons and communtations. The only thing the president can not do is undo an impeachment. Scooter Libby was not the one that leaked Valerie Plame's name it was Richard Armitage. As far as I know Patrick Fitzgerald is not a republican, he sounds more like a democrat. Mr Olberman you need to take a chill pill. I am only 41 years old and have never seen such hatred for this president.

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Rod Billings Waco, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:17:29 GMT

GO KEITH!!!!

If John Edwards had made this 'speech', a Gettysburg address of the 21st Century, he would probably be the next president.

There are many actions of this administration that are a travesty of the American dream and a harbinger of the decline of the current 'Roman Empire'. If this administration weren't about money, especially gas and oil, then gas (California prices) wouldn't have gone from $1.22 - $1.63 per gallon under Clinton (dare I compare a past president) to $1.51 to over $3.00 per gallon under Bush.

I am always astounded at the grossly blind 20-30% polled that approve of our current president.

http://www.energy.ca.gov/gasoline/statistics/gasoline_cpi_adjusted.html

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Andrea Chassen, Old Bridge Township, Matawan, NJ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:20:55 GMT

Would that our Congressional representatives and the presidential candidates had the cojones that you have, Keith. Why, oh why are they not speaking out? What is everyone in government afraid of? I don't get it...but thank you for being brave enough to speak the truth publicly and loudly. You are a true patriot.

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Y. Worden — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:22:10 GMT

Orwell and Murrow are somewhere applauding your call for truth and resignation, but they would whisper in your ear that you need to edit severely. Short, pithy and slow down the pace of delivery. Not ponderous; passionate but more measured like the call against McCarthy.

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Barb Dawson,Racine,Wisconsin — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:22:20 GMT

Thank you for speaking for me, my partner, his mother, my sister, her husband, her son, my son, his wife, my niece, our cousins...

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Wayne A. Schneider, Pawling, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:33:13 GMT

Great Comment, Keith. Let the Acerebralists of the world continue to defend Bush and Cheney. You have given them an argument no one can refute. Keep up the great work.

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Marsha, Scottsdale, AZ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:35:04 GMT

Way to go!! Keith, you just keep speaking truth to power. Frankly, this blog makes me realize that I am not the only one railing against the wind. Bravo again! I just hope that those who come here also speak out in their home towns and take action to help change things. Politics is ugly - like making sausage. But you can't stand on the sidelines when so many wrong things are going on.

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Len Gower - Chesapeake, VA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:39:09 GMT

Thank You for consistently speaking truth to power.

I am proud to say I am a regular viewer. Countdown is definitely "must see TV". Last night's "special comment" made me clap.

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Jim, Greenville, MS — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:43:28 GMT

Thank you Keith!! It was wonderful to here someone actually tell the truth about Bush and ask him to resign. BRAVO!!!

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Nancy Lenexa Kansas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:45:05 GMT

Thank You, Keith, I'm a nurse and work night's, we all watched your SC, and cheered,,Bush and Cheney are a clear and present danger to this country and the entire world, they can not continue to go unchecked,or they will have our country into another war with Iran.
It is the DUTY of Congress to uphold the Constitution.
If there is no impeachment, there is no Constitution.
Keith your SC, is the moral and necessary action's against a corrupt administation, Bush is the man who, on at least three different occasions, announced that dictatorship would be easier than democracy as long as HE was the dictator, Bush and Cheney think they are above the law, IMPEACH NOW.
Thank You, Thank You, Thank YOU.

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Encinitas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:46:27 GMT

Thank you for expressing and conveying the anger and frustration we as Americans who love this country and what it represents(or did).

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M. J. Riley — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:54:17 GMT

Mr. Olbermann, I used to look forward to your comments and editorials with pleasure; however, you have your sense of purpose and intellect. You are no longer that man of reason. Your hatred of Bush and Cheney has clouded and cheapened your comments. It is a shame. Once upon a time you actually made sense. Perhaps it is time to put away the psuedo intellectual soundbites and go back to sportscasting as you are no longer relevant. Rather, you have become a pit-bull for the liberal loonies that gets wheeled out onto the stage to perform and spew hate and spin. I am disappointed, I really am...

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Jack Vilnsant — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:54:25 GMT

Outrageous, I am sure you will not post this, but you are truly among the hypocritical, left wing, ignorant, in television. You should take your socialist venom and move to Cuba. You conveniently forget Clinton's pardon of Mark Rich, among others, not to mention his lies and impeachment.

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Rusty KNOXMAN — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:54:42 GMT

BUSH has gone to far, it is time to IMPEACH!!

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Ann Burlington, Iowa — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:55:54 GMT

Your special comment last evening was outstanding. You speak for so many of us in your special way. George Bush, and Dick Cheney should resign, and perhaps a small bit of dignity could be restored to our country. They are disgraceful and I'm ashamed to be an American, and here it is July 4th!

You and Dan Abrams are amazing. Keep up the good work and please stay safe.

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Devi Harrison, New York, New York — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:55:57 GMT

Thank you once again for your brilliant insight, words and warnings, Mr. Olbermann. Ignore the few toadies here who are just Fox Noise minions (what, did Billo tell them to come here again?), they're that ridiculous 26% who still think Bush Is Right About Everything.

Quick question -- why is that no one is remembering poor Susan McDougal in all of this? The woman who was sent to jail for 18 months (including 7 weeks of solitary confinement) because she was in contempt of Ken Starr and refused to lie about the Clintons for him? Talk about excessive sentences! And yet all the Republicans who are patting themselves on the back over Scooter's good fortune blithely let her suffer for that time and said she deserved it. I'm just amazed that no one's brought her up.

Keep on fighting the good fight, Keith. Especially on today of all days. Our Founding Fathers must be spinning in their respective graves over this sort of thing. They started a Revolution to end the reign of despots, not support them.

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d. funk — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:57:36 GMT

Oberman comments are totally off base, he sounds like a frustrated mean hearted person who hates the current administration. Where were his comments 61/2 years ago with a 161 pardon and commutations that his boy Clinton gave. Everything about Clinton was political and we never heard a thing from Oberman. His commentary has so many false innuendos it should never have been accepted by a reputable news organization, all it was is his anger coming out and said whatever he thought would sound good. MSNBC has lost a viewer.

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Paul Deschambault — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:59:36 GMT

Mr. Olbermann: Your commentary was well received within our home, our circle of influence and those considered to be a part of the silent majority. The comparison to the Nixon-era and the subsequent resignation on August 9th, 1974 should be the mantra of our majority to allow history to repeat itself. We survived it once and we can again. To continue the status quo, would be a huge disrespect to those who have suffered more than we can ever understand. The time has indeed come to make our individual choices known and to act appropriately. Mister's Buch and Cheney, take note,..... you don't represent the majority of any group any longer! Do the right thing and step aside for the good of our country. Paul Saco, Maine

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Jane E. Schneider, Pawling, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:59:36 GMT

"In contrast, Bush has always encouraged dissent, even when his character has been mocked and attacked in the rudest possible ways." Kathryn Brunner, Orange, California (Sent Wednesday, July 04, 2007 5:07 AM)

Yeah, that's why people who goes to see Bush's speeches have to sign loyalty oaths. That's why "Free Speech Zones" were set up as far away as possible from whereever Bush was speaking. Sure, Bush just loves dissent.

Keith, ignore the ignorant here. Most of us are with you 100%. Keep up the great work!

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Brenda Deltona FL — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:01:12 GMT

Keith, I hope you pay no mind to those who are dissing you, they are mad because most of us out here have someone speaking for us, who read, learn and really are paying attention! If they choose not to do this, that is their own problem. It's obvious many of them are still brainwashed and sheeple! I have been wearing my PINK IMPEACH BUSH AND CHENEY tank top for over a year now! I get so many that say they love my shirts!

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Derek, Green Bay, WI — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:03:08 GMT

Hey Keith - your special comment was so awesome last night, I had to watch it twice.

I knew we were in trouble when W was running for President in 2000 knowing his record as Governor of Texas, but no one around here listened. Funny how not one of 152 executed Texans could have even some personal attribute that might have had their sentence "commuted" to life without parole, but a 30 month sentence for a man whose lies were part of a pattern that led to an unnecessary war where nearly 3,600 have lost their lives is "excessive." I think the chief executive has a callous disregard for human life if it helps him accomplish his personal agenda, and that deeply offends me.

Keep up the good work Keith. Have a great 4th. You are the true patriot in this matter.

Thank you so much for your service (via MSNBC) to this country.

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Sue MFEMF, Springfield, IL — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:03:17 GMT

Thanks, Keith. As usual you hit it right out of the park. Keep on speaking out. Don't forget it took a while for Thomas Paine's little book to catch on. Of course then you had a lot more people reading books.

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Stella Michels Manchester, IA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:06:16 GMT

I am so glad that you are free to say what you do. If we keep these kind ofpeople in office we will lose those rights. You are the best spokesperson we have left on TV. I never voted for Bush because I read the book SHRUB by Molly Ivins. I said he had sneaky, lying eyes and could not be trusted and he proved it by picking the one person who was worse than he was,Dick Cheney.

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Linda H., Morgantown WV — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:06:34 GMT

Keith, I just heard part of your Special Comment and it was excellent. It's about time we woke up and reclaim our country! The misguided need to stop indulging Bush and Cheney's Emperor New Clothes theory. That's what I don't understand about the American people. Why aren't more of us outraged to want these two self-serving, criminals out of there? They aren't making sound decisions for the good of this country, for our military personnel, and for America itself. Goodness, there was certainly enough noise made about the immigration reform bill last week. Impeach them both, get Pelosi in there for the remainder of his term, she'll do just fine.

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Doug and Katie Rooney, Jennings, Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:06:45 GMT

BRAVO! You put into eloquent words what many of us have felt for a long time. With this final straw, we are grateful to have you, Mr. Olbermann, as our spokesperson. THANK YOU.

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Barbara Lasater, Houston, Texas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:06:57 GMT

Keith,
Reading your comments, I was close to tears. Thank you for voicing so eloquently what is in the hearts and minds of most Americans. What a disgrace this president and vice president are to this country.
Speak out! Bravo!

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DeAnna, Fontana, Ca — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:09:25 GMT

This is by far the "best" most honest commentary heard to date. Mr. Olberman has effectively capsulized the core issues that are in the heart and mind of most. None is so blind as he that will not see!! Thank you Mr. Olberman for forcing open "those" eye's with your no holds barred approach!!

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Chris Carfizzi, New York, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:09:38 GMT

Thank you, Keith.

I am always amused by those who think you have no right to an opinion, unless of course, you would like to borrow their opinion.

For the rest of us who have no use for such obsfucation and misdirection; Thank you. As someone who feels a measure of relief by having a public, albeit vicarious voice; Thank you.

For those who may disagree; Feel free. But, understand that Bill Clinton is not the issue (unless you're nursing some old emotional wound). The issue is the rule of law. To those of us, you can call us Americans, the rule of law matters.

Thanks again, Keith.

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Linda Beck, Springfield MA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:10:11 GMT

Thank you Keith for being a lone voice in the political wind. At a time when the constitution is being shredded along with the bill of rights, I find you voice a welcome sound in the din of hypocracy. Each time you give a special comment, I tune in the night after, fearing that you will be yanked, given the current climate and the hesitation of the press to maintain their position as the 'fourth estate'. Thank you for being there. Keep on truckin' and speaking out.

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Jeanne, Mt. Pocono, PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:10:42 GMT

Thank you for speaking up concerning President Bush's slap to our justice system. Bush shows his lack of respect for the law. I have begun to wonder what kind of America my grandchildren will inheret.

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Mike, Newark, DE — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:11:45 GMT

Keith,

Thanks for giving me a voice. You speak for me. I am ashamed of my president! He has the values of a common criminal or a school yard bully.

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Sheila M, Clarksburg, WV — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:12:19 GMT

Mr. Olbermann, you have stated exactly what has needed to be said for some time now. The Bush Administration has taken complete advantage of our nation's laws and principals. We need to wake up from our complacency and rid ourselves of this "disease". Our freedoms have been torn away from us. These "leaders" have fed us for years with disinformation and fear. This nation has been raped long enough. We need to reclaim our independence.

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Kerry Kelley, Lockhart, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:12:40 GMT

Very powerful! My husband and I were left speechless after Keith's 7/3 special comment. It was right on target. PEOPLE, get your head out of the sand!!!

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Sheila Rustin, Atlanta, GA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:12:41 GMT

Keith, I am one of the many who was moved to tears by the eloquence of your Special Comment as you spoke in defense of our glorious nation and eroding freedoms. You carry our hope in your hands, Keith, and you must not let up, not even for a second. Thank you, sir, for your courage and your patriotism.

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Denise, Phoenix, AZ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:13:42 GMT

WELL SAID!!! It is about time someone put the Bush/Cheney actions to the forefront in such an eloquent and pointed commentary. I’m a registered Republican that didn’t vote for the current administration – I am thinking about changing it to the Democratic Party, all due to the Bush/Cheney administration.
In another comment a person talked about Clinton – he may not have been able to keep his pants zipped, but he wasn’t the tyrants like Bush/Cheney tag team!!!

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Kate, Philadelphia, PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:15:11 GMT

My husband and I watch your show every night without exception. All your special comment segments are thoughtfully compiled, eloquently presented and right on the money. Your special comment last evening that Bush and Cheney should resign and give us back OUR country was absolutely the BEST!!! This administration has single-handedly taken us from a proud and prosperous nation to one of lawless politicians, unfathomable corruption, and unending personal greed. Not a country to be held by others in high esteem but one of shame. This fact has not missed the attention any of the worlds informed citizens, including Osama Bin Laden. As some of the other comments on this blog point out, Bush and Cheney have done Osama's bidding for him and as tax paying Americans we are footing the bill for this travesty in Iraq and made us a laughing stock around the globe. Night after night, you courageously step up and say what we, the average American, sees and deplores in the Bush administration. Keep up the great work Keith Olbermann!

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Stephanie A. Truitt, Valparaiso Indiana — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:16:37 GMT

Excellent commentary, as always. I wonder if W knows that his Justice Department(an oxymoronic title) just argued for the same sentence for the same conduct for a similar offender and his Supreme Court Justices found that sentence to be reasonable. Victor Rita will be comforted to know that W thinks his sentence too harsh while he serves the next thirty three months in federal prison.

Never would have I imagined that the National Archives lowers the Declaration of Independence and Costitutiion into its underground vault to protect it from a president and vice president, committed to its destruction. Hopefully, all but the Anne Coulter's of this world, now realize that the real danger comes from within.

Please keep your thoughful essays coming, during your upcoming stay in gitmo.

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Merry White — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:17:17 GMT

Amen! Thank you for saying what most think. It's about time.

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Gary, Arizona — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:17:53 GMT

Imus gets fired and this ESPN2 reject gets away with this? Mr. Capus, it's time to break out your standard interview line once again ----- Please trade this guy to CNN, or whatever farm club of CNN where he belongs, for a talking head to be named later ---- because "it's the right thing to do".

Better yet, give him time slot to Imus. That way the new msnbc lineup can start out the day with Morning Joe and end with Evening Ho.

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Danny, Toronto, Canada — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:18:35 GMT

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Rita Nelson, Rochester, Mn. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:21:35 GMT

What on earth was the audition for? Impeach, then what? Are you going to be with the sleepers or against? Are you going to fight your war on MSNBC or help in the trenches? What a tirade, I couldn't help bu t laugh and think Oh My G0D!

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Lee Capobianco, Cooper City, Florida — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:22:12 GMT

Thank you Mr. Olberman for speaking for millions of Americans who are sick & tired of the dishonesty and trickery of this administration. You showed courage and conviction, qualities that run very low in Washington today. God bless you Mr. Olberman and God Bless America!

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Ian Patton, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:23:43 GMT

Hi Keith:
Very well done. To those who have to opposite opinion, the truth is a bitch eh! :-)

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MT, Wichita, Kansas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:24:29 GMT

Mr. Olbermann, thank you for AGAIN speaking the truth! Yours is a voice of intelligent reason in a sea of rash, obnoxious noise. You are a true American patriot, and said what has needed to be said in the MSM for a long, long time - but you were the first to have the courage to actually do it. For that, I thank you, and the people of this nation thank you.

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Lisa red, white, and blue-blooded american Chicago, IL — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:25:01 GMT

These last years have felt like a bad dream. I feel like we share a common bond as AMERICANS, to want to support our president but the job becomes more and more diffucult. I am forced to come to the reality that if you are not a disabler you are and enabler. My heart tears amd breaks when I see the numbers of people dead everyday. The attrocities committed in the name of OUR flag. I can no longer ignore the fact that our once beloved military, seen accross the world as liberators are now seen as occupiers, no different then other feared and hated occupiers we currently refer to as terrorists. I am saddened beyond consoling when I see the state of our reputation. A once proud nation is forced to lower its head in shame because of the actions of one administration that has gone unchecked. By calling these groups terrorists and attacking anyone who says otherwise we are keep in control. Our patriotism is come into question if we disagree with the current politics. This is a way to keep us under control.

My fellow Americans, today July 4th, the birthday of our beautiful nation, we have to remember that those who fought for our freedoms were too called traitors for fighting against the controlling forces. Today we call them our forefathers and the reason for our free country today.

Silence is agreement, fear is unacceptable, Speak up AMERICA before it is too late, our biggest threat resides in D.C.

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Dale H,, Austin — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:25:42 GMT

As usual, Keith, you put words to a feeling that I had not yet articulated -- through his actions, Bush revealed to the citizenry that he is not the President of the republic.

Until now I have felt that, despite the manifest crimes by this administration, there would be no impeachment -- the people simply did not see themselves as personally violated. I believe this subversion of the rule of law (through granting Libby a stealth pardon) finally reveals the contempt in which Bush holds our Constitutional government.

I believe your Special Comments will clarify and advance that understanding.

Thank You.

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Brenda Clark (and family) — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:26:53 GMT

Right on MSNBC for having the guts to let someone with a brain, like Mr. Obermann, speak! After putting up with so many Conservative biased, bible thumping idiots trying to keep their puppets alive and spewing garbage. This comment comes from 2 more Americans who did not vote for Bush, either time, but were hoodwinked by 2 fixed elections and feel raped by the Neo-Dictatorship that this once great system has fallen into. The pit of disgrace, disgust and a feeling of hopelessness has befallen too many of us. Working two or three jobs, having elderly that Medicare won't even pay for a physical for, drowning in debt at the hands of leeches sucking the blood out of all but the corrupt inner circle of liars who are sitting on their yachts and private jets, sipping cognac and smoking their Cuban cigars. If Bush, Cheney, and the lot of them are not impeached, or resign beginning immediately (and this includes even the lesser thugs whom have aided and abet this debauchery, like the State Senators who fly on jets paid for by the Public to attend further Political fundraisers for more corrupt Republicans, then IT WILL BE TIME FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE TO TAKE STRONG ACTION. WE ARE TIRED OF HEARING "LET THEM EAT CAKE." It is time for heads to roll.., one way, or another. Bring back the American dream, bring our troops home, bring or money and all of our aid home to mend our own country. If that is isolationism, so be it! There must be swift and sweeping change. Americans are no more free now than we were before our break from English rule. Every branch of the tree of our Government is tainted with parasites. It is time to cut it down and plant a new one.

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Jack Puterbaugh, Isanti, MN — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:28:23 GMT

Thanks to you for having the courage to speak the truth. Our country is in deep trouble, and you are one of the few who is sounding the alarm. Keep it up!!

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Jackie, St. Louis, MO — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:29:45 GMT

I am sad on this Independence Day because we have a President and Vice-President who have obviously forgotten the meaning of this day. The only thing that gives me hope is when people with a platform, people like Keith Olbermann, stand up and say we've had enough. Keith Olbermann speaks for me!

Special comments and comments on message boards are all fine and good, but we need to take action if anything is going to change. Call your Senators and Representatives and tell them that impeachment MUST be put back on the table. We will not stand for this agregious abuse of power by our President and Vice-President any longer. Write, call, email, meet with them...JUST DO SOMETHING!

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Rita Jane Smith, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:38:45 GMT

For years now, Keith Obermann has been that 'voice crying in the wilderness' - I only hope that his courage and his words of last evening reach the ears of our elected officials in Congress and that they collectively grow a backbone. After 9/11 Bush/Chaney successfully silenced common sense in America by accusing anyone who did not support them as being un-American and supporting terrorists. This was the beginning of the dreaded condition in which we find ourselves today. We are involved, hopelessly, in a civil war in Iraq - a war which is a direct results of the Bush/Chaney White House. We are hated throughout the world. Billions of dollars go unaccounted, lost to party loyalists who have been financially raping the American taxpayers. Cowardice extends to the major networks and America's journalists, who for too many years, were also hoodwinked by this White House. Only one man, a television commentator, has had the courage to speak out. Thank you Keith Obermann!

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Christie, Syracuse, New York — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:39:25 GMT

Mr. Olbermann, it's official -- I just watched your BEST show ever (I was out last night -- it was tivo'd)!! Thank you, thank you, thank you for adamantly voicing the sentiments so many of us Americans share! Your compassion for and dedication to our country was so effortlessly depicted in your Special Comment. I am grateful for your program, your intelligence, your courage, your beliefs, and your unsurpassed ability to share it all with us! Keep up the good work! PLEASE keep on talking, and urging, and pleading -- one of these days someone has to listen!!! Happy Independence Day!

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Fred Harssema — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:42:13 GMT

Never before have I heard a more true and honest assessment of what is really going on in our current administration. I hope that MSNBC will make the time and have the courage to replay Keith's commentary over and over until every American has heard it.

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Luella Hanberry — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:43:11 GMT

After watching a furious Keith Olbermann's outstanding comments about Bush's action, I was astonished that, for the rest of the evening, almost all of the reporters and talking heads missed the real reason Bush commuted Libby's jail sentence. It was to protect Bush and Vice President Cheney! Libby worked for Vice President Cheney, but his title is "Assistant to the President."

Bush's commutation only eliminated Libby's jail time. It didn't eliminate his conviction parole status and his ongoing appeal of the judge's decision. This means that Congress can subpoena Libby to testify, but he can invoke his 5th Amendment rights because of his ongoing appeal of his conviction.

Libby could have told prosecutor Fitzgerald the truth about Bush-Cheney-Rove roles in the Wilson-Plame retaliation and outing of a covert CIA agent. It could still happen if Libby was doing time in prison. But now, Bush has given him cover with the commutation. All of the participants just have to do is wait for the clock to run out and Libby's reward for his silence will be a Bush pardon the day before he leaves office.

If Bush had pardoned Libby now, Scooter would not have any protection against being forced to testify before Congress, maybe even truthfully, while Bush,Cheney, Rove are still in office---and subject to impeachment.

Shame! on the Press for prattling only about how Bush's action would effect elections, his ratings, his party, retrying the Wilson case, etc.

Shame! on the Press for not shouting out to the public that Bush's action continues the cover up of criminal acts.

Shame! on Bush for pretending to care about Libby and his family when he's only trying to protect himself.

SHAME!

Luella Hanberry
Albuquerque, NM

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Gloria Dapolito, Toms River, NJ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:45:06 GMT

Brilliant and brave are great words to describe Kieth Olbermann. As a citizen of the Great Country, I too always felt as John Wayne said. Not now, and not for some time now. Evil, Corrupt, Stupid, Treasonous, dishonorable, pompous, cruel, deceitful are words to describe BUSH AND CHANEY. I have been active in the 911 truth movement for some time now. American is in real trouble, so I say THANK YOU Mr. Olbermann, American need more Brave and Brilliant and Honest people speaking out about this horrible BUSH REGIME. I will not be silenced, anyone who will listen I am talking. IMPREACH BUSH AND CHANEY.

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Joan Winsor, Minneapolis MN — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:45:09 GMT

Keith: YOU ARE MY HERO!! Your "special comment" on your show last night almost brought me to tears! You were spot on with your comments and so eloquent in your delivery. Thank you for expressing exactly what has been on my mind! This frightening Bush administration needs to go NOW.

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David, Brooklyn, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:47:20 GMT

True patriots are increasingly difficult to find nowadays, but they are that much more important as a result. I know others will rise up to the challenge of change after seeing this.

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Patty Flint, MI (Home of Michael Moore!) — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:53:31 GMT

THANK YOU, KEITH!!!..ONLY ADDING MY MANY THANKS AND KUDOS! YOUR WORDS OF WISDOM SHOULD BE THE SHOT HEARD 'ROUND THE WORLD! IF ONLY BUSH AND CHENEY WERE TRUE PATRIOTS LIKE YOU! KEEP IT UP!
THANK YOU AGAIN, MR. OLBERMANN!

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George, Hammonton, NJ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:54:38 GMT

On Aug. 7, 1974, Rep. John Rhodes of Arizona, Sen. Barry Goldwater of Arizona, and Senate Minority Leader Hugh Scott of Pennsylvania went to an office in the Old Executive Office Building for the
now-famous meeting with President Nixon, and they forced President Nixon to resign since his support in the Senate had collapsed. ”There are only so many lies you can take, and now there has been one too many," complained Arizona's Conservative Barry Goldwater. "Nixon should get his ass out of the White House—today!"

What Republicans in 2007 will grow some balls and do the same to Bush and Cheney...Only when the current lemming Republicans break away like Goldwater, Rhodes, and Scott did, will the country get any relief from King George and Darth Dick...the Dems cannot do anything on their own simply because Congress is built on votes...60 votes is the magical number in the Senate...the Dems only have 49 votes...only when the Republicans stand up to Bush and Dick, will the majority of the people who no longer approve of the Bush Administration feel like their voices matters...The House is 232-201 in favor of the Dems, with the magic number around 287 votes...again, only when the Republicans stop being lemming, cowering before Darth Dick and Darth Rove, will the majority of the people who have lost faith in the Administration of Dick and Bush have their voices heard...rag on the Dems all you want and they are have many issues too, but our Government, the House and the Senate, revolves around votes...the Dems can yap and yak all they want, but only when the Republicans break ranks with Dr. Evil and Mini-Me will they be forced to resign...Independence Day 2007...King George III has been replaced by King George and Darth Dick, and there is nothing we the people can do...Self-serving Castrated Republicans...Inept Democrats...even Keith is only eloquently barking at the moon...we the people need to start another revolution...

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Sheila — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:56:37 GMT

I can see that some Bill O'Reilly fans are spitting nails,too! Keep it up, Great Patriot! We are starting to feel a bit better about our country already!

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Sue, West Allis, Wisconsin — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:59:23 GMT

Thank you, thank you, thank you for articulating the outrage we all feel. For expressing it concisely, accurately and with a passion that thinking Americans feel every time we see this criminal administration destroying our country.

I see we have some more "dead enders" here. Easily identifiable by their endless talking points, name calling, "Clinton did it too" (when he didn't), and emotional diatribes which are designed to stimulate the primitive brain and diminish the thinking brain. I think it's a disease they catch from watching too much Faux We-Make-It-Up News.

I wonder what it's going to take for these folks to wake up and smell the loss of freedom that this criminal administration has given us .... along with endless, pointless war; warmongering against other countries; loss of world credibility; massive federal debt; eroding middle class; destruction of our environment; massive amounts of tax dollars redirected to their corporate cronies in no-bid contracts; loss of worker protection; loss of civil rights; appointment of NeoCon activist judges to destroy our legal rights .... the list is endless.

Pass by these posts. They are designed to misdirect, misinform and provoke those of us that are awake, alive, and paying attention. They can't be educated or helped. They need to stop drinking that Kool Aid before the thinking part of their brains is just ooze from disuse.

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Jackie — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:00:20 GMT

So, Marvin, how were those guys wrongly convicted when the evidence was overwhelming that they shot someone in the back, in cold blood AND tried to cover it up?
Also, the "terrorists of al-Qaeda?" I don't remember Mr. Olbermann ever advocating for their release, only for their right to receive a trial.
Those of you who keep bringing up Clinton, this is NOT about him, the number of pardons he gave and who he gave them to, or whether or not he lied under oath. This is about George W. Bush subverting the legal system and letting one of his cronies off BEFORE he even began serving any prison time.

Keith, once again, thank you. You have, once again, articulated what we all have felt since this man lied us into war. Those of us who were dismissed by this president as a "focus group" back in 2003, are all cheering. This is, however small, a form of vindication.

I did not vote for him in 2000 or 2004, but I did hope that he'd do a good job. Unfortunately for us, he never intended to.

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Sheriebee, Keizer, OR — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:12:31 GMT

My husband and I have always made it a point to watch your "special comments". Each time, at the end, we both break into applause! The comments last night so eloquently summed up the emotions we felt when we heard of the "commutation", that I was moved to find your blog for the first time and say a heartfelt "thank you". Thank you for all of us that feel so powerless as we watch the principles that make America The Shining City on the Hill trampled and sullied. God help us all.

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Barbara — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:12:38 GMT

Way to go!!!

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George, Hammonton, NJ — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:13:18 GMT

Postscript...Bush and Cheney are too arrogant, ignorant, and delusional to ever resign...only the Republicans can affect any change in America...What are the chances of that happening? Republicans are lemmings without any balls...They just do what they are told by Cheney and Rove...let the revolution begin...

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Leo, Hong Kong, China — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:17:08 GMT

Keith, for being the lone professional! It's so sad that there are still tons of people publicly defending this crime and commute with blatant lies, lies which the world is watching and remembering, stereotyping the next generation of Americans in the world's eyes - Americans are blatant liars! Here's to hope that your next 25 presidents is not so short-sighted. On wisconsin!

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John Paul, Fairfax, VA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:19:23 GMT

Coming from another democratic country, your commentary was nothing but disgusting and puchish on this auspicious I-Day. Speaking of pardons, you seem to have selective memory from presidents on both aisle. The world has changed so much and you seem to be way out of touch with reality on the world events. Take a trip to middle east or other asian countries , stay there for couple of months and you will know why. To remind you , A frog in a well thinks that the world revolves around the well and you seem to be no different.

Sadly the passiveness in the 90's has resulted in this dangerous world that we live in.

Freedom of speech is a precious thing but also should note that the if people in other countries chance upon your article, will compare it to nothing more than Howard Stern in news reporting. Everyone has a right to critize but give due respect to the office of the president instead of name calling. Outside the US, people are amused by the Clinton's and not by the Nixon's or the Bush's in case you did not know.

Step outside the well......

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Cathy, Palo Alto, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:26:07 GMT

As many others have already written, BRILLIANT and BRAVE. The most OUTSTANDING, INTENSE, PASSIONATE commentary I've ever seen. I've e-mailed it to many people this morning. Earlier this week I e-mailed my senators begging for impeachment and received generic responses that it was determined impeachment proceedings would be a distraction. A distraction? How about a necessity? Our representatives are failing us. We need to make them realize they are OUR representatives, and they need to take action on the issues most critical to US. Thanks for all you do, Keith. Not only was what you said spot on, but your delivery was pitch perfect. Bravo!

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Leslie Wile, Weston, Connecticut — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:27:04 GMT

It's all been said above. Thanks goodness for Keith's courage to say the Emperor (how true!)has no clothes. Keith, your piece was incisive, articulate, impassioned, and most of all it TOLD THE TRUTH. This administration is rotted to the core, and having resigned itself to a legacy without hope of rescue or redemption, will not resign. Unfortunately, they still have a fair amount of time to wreak further destruction of what's left of the American core. With your truths piercing the airwaves, perhaps Congress will be forced to acquire some spine and do something about ridding us of this rotted administration. Cheney, Bush, Gonzalez, Libby et al are the real "terrorists within."

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Leiah golden, CO — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:31:46 GMT

When I sink into the blackest of despair, knowing that this administration is doing it's damnedest to turn us into the newest soviet socialist republic (or is that a fiefdom to the overlords of commerce?) I turn on Keith, and know that there is some hope for the country after all. I think we should all vote Keith for President!

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Donna Schuelke FremontWi.54940 — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:32:24 GMT

Thanks Keith for telling it the way it should be.Iwatch you every day and agree with all you say.Only people like you will set us right in our thinking.

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Berry Thompson Chattanooga, Tennessee — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:33:08 GMT

KEITH, KEITH, KEITH.....Are you serious?
RESIGN!?!?!? On Patriotic grounds? Ha! NEVER!
You are more misguided than the fools who voted for these miscreants. Have you forgotten that
Jesus and Greed elected these two Chickenhawks?
Nothing short of impeachment will remove these shameless usurpers of our Constitution! Our great Constitution alone contains the mechanism for our deliverance! Now where the "L" is our Congress?!?!

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Krista Swisher, Indianapolis, IN — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:34:15 GMT

Good 4th of July early afternoon, everyone! WOW...I am stunned by all the new bloggers in the last day or so on the "right", the "left", and everywhere in between. Clearly, some buttons have been pushed here, Keith! WAY TO GO! I made my immediate post -"Special Comment" thoughts in the "Countdown Tuesday..." thread, so I won't waste space by repeating them here.

Niels Erickson, Post-Katrina MS (2:43 am post), after YEARS of recommendations from my friends, I finally saw NETWORK for the first time 2 weekends ago; I now own it. NETWORK has moved into my "Top 10" favorite movies of all time, so I LOVED your Howard Beale quote! :)

And, finally, leave it to me to provide a light-hearted link. As I've repeated AD NAUSEUM, sometimes, days like these, WE GOTTA LAUGH! So, even though I live in Indianapolis, I read as much of the SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE online every day as I can. In today's edition, columnist Mark Morford wrote a piece called "Scooter Libby in Hell" that is ABSOLUTELY HILARIOUS. I was laughing to the point of tears reading this. He throws in everything from Scooter to Paris to pirates to the SOPRANOS to...MAMA'S FAMILY?! Yep, MAMA'S FAMILY...and pulls it off BRILLIANTLY. So, please read it just to laugh.

Everyone please have a safe and happy 4th!

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Fred, Buffalo, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:35:56 GMT

What the pro-commutation crowd seems to forget was that Bill CLinton was tried under applicable law. Or do they forget the 24x7 "White House In Crisis... He got a blowjob!!!!" coverage?

What they seem to be msissing here is that Bill Clinton WAS ACQUITTED BY THE SENATE! He was tried for perjury and acquitted! Libby was convicted.

At what point does ANYONE in the current administration take responsibility for ANYTHING?!

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Charles, NR, Ohio — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:38:07 GMT

Keith put down whatever you are smoking and seek help. This just crazy, there have been pardons for people in the past that far more worse than this. Not to long back (1992-2000) to receive a pardon all you had to do was make a small $1 million dollar donation to certain people. Did you scream and cry for a resignation then? Now if the two or three thousand people who watch your show on a regular basis want to drink the dump this democracy and go to French socialism wine then you are more than welcome to leave. Personally I believe that all pardons should be done away with. And if they are handing them out now, then where are pardons for the border guards whom where screwed over?
Get over it people There will be no impeachment or resigning anytime soon.

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Vincent Curcuru — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:43:31 GMT

God bless your courage and having no fear to say what you feel.
As far as I am concerned, you said it all for me and a lot of people.

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Rick Bruni, Pittsburgh, Pa. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:44:58 GMT

Mr. Olberman,

One of the most stirring and brilliant - and last - pieces of journalism in a time when checks and balances have perished.

Your sense of history and your passion for this country are unquestioned - as is the fact you are the voice of the silent majority that protests and petitions to no avail as Congress stands idle and the media focuses on Paris while Bush, Cheney and Rove piss on the Constitution and bask in their wealth and power.

I feel honored and invigorated to hear your words on this, not only my birthday, but the birthday of The Greatest Nation, but one that is now wounded and bleeding like so many of our brave soliders placed carelessly in harm's way to do the bidding of Cheney, Big Oil and the Military Industrial Complex.

Your words said it all, Mr. Olberman. I can only hope they echo and resonate throughout this great land and finally bring the outrage that has been dorman - and seemingly absent - for too long.

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daniel opheim, san mateo, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:02:45 GMT

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Eva Walters, Salinas, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:04:11 GMT

If I ever believed in reincarnation I would say that you embody the spirit, courage, and integrity of Edward R. Murrow...

Best Wishes------

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daniel opheim, san mateo, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:04:12 GMT

BRAVO! In so many words, you made the case that bush should go! and chene, too! BRAVO!

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Masi Frei, Seattle, Washington — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:04:13 GMT

Thank you so much for your courage to speak the truth. Your are a real patriot. Keep up the good work.

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Ismael de Leon, Jr. Donna, Texas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:05:28 GMT

My God Keith, thank you so very much. I was embarrassed with myself because I found myself with tears in my eyes during your entire commentary until I saw here that I wasn't alone in my tears of joy and relief. I am a tough guy who is furious with myself and my fellow Americans for allowing circumstances to come to this.
Being here now though with my fellow Americans paying tribute to you for your glorious and righteous defense of us has raised my sense of hope that had been squashed beneath the tyranny of this government.
I fear for you though sir! Men like you who stand up for the people are vulnerable to those who lurk in the shadows and prey upon our ignorance.
If you ever want to start your own network just say the word and I am sure millions of us will back you financially. I would gladly give you a hundred bucks to that end. I'll bet you could easily get a million of us to do this. I think a hundred million bucks might be enough seed money, don't you.
Again, thank you and God Bless You!

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jseymourg, Austin, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:05:30 GMT

Well done, Mr. Olbermann, well done! It's Independence Day, and your special comment, especially with its invocation of the Duke, swells pride in the hearts of the majority of Americans who stand in opposition to the anti-constitutional catastrophe that has become the executive branch. Your suggested remedy, calling for the resignations of the President and his Vice, hit the mark as impeachment remains a non-starter given the close numbers in Congress.

The outcome of the Libby case demonstrates that justice will have to follow regime change. We need to ask of the '08 candidates how they will direct their DOJ's prosecution of the current ruling gangsters, and how they'll cooperate with the International Court in the Hague in investigations of Bush war crimes and crimes against humanity.

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Nana Ann, Lake Worth, Fl. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:07:54 GMT

Thank you for giving us hope!! Please repeat those truthful words of July 3rd over and over and over until Bush and Cheney slither away. Maybe then, we can again look forward to a safe future for our children and grandchildren.
I will always remember all that you said Tuesday night. ( I printed your commentary.)

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JJ (Charleston, SC) — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:12:39 GMT

Mr. Olbermann, just like your buddy Mr. Limbaugh, you're 100 percent irrelevant in the grand scheme of things.

Just stick to Paris Hilton or go back to ESPN. Politics is for grown ups.

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Tyler, Dallas, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:27:13 GMT

Go back to doing sports, Keith. Political blindness due to your hatred for President Bush (and conservatives in general) dominates your show and prevents you from thinking critically. What are you going to do after the 2008 election? You'll have nothing to talk about!! I guess that will only impact the 100 people who watch the show.

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Sue Lebeck, Thousand Oaks, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:32:44 GMT

Bravo, Keith. You ARE the voice of America. Brilliant, succinct commentary with no mincing of words. You are the role model for the American public,fellow broadcasters,and most importantly our current legislators that seem to have lost their nerve. We need you to provide the truth. My wish is that Americans stop being complacent and follow your lead. Bush and Dick resigning would be best for the WORLD.

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Kelly S. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:43:17 GMT

Can we, the people, force our president to watch this commentary? Given that Mr. Bush does not tune into any "liberal" media coverage, I'm afraid Keith's eloquent message may fall on deaf ears...unless someone grabs a megaphone and starts belting out on the White House lawn. Any volunteers?

Nonetheless, Keith, I applaude your willingness to speak out against the disasterous dictatorship. Moreover, you're not my newscaster. I don't pay your salary, but comments like these tell me that you're doing a great job.

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tony fer, boca, fla — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:45:19 GMT

KEITH I THINK MOST AGREE WITH YOU. ENOUGHT OF THE PREZ AND THE VICE ONE... LETS SEND THEM TO IRAQ TO FIGHT

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nanalindam, San Antonio, Tx — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:49:12 GMT

Rick, Chicago,
How dare you dismiss Keith as "just a sportscaster". Even if he were, this is still a free country (or is it?) & as of today July 4th, 2007, he is still allowed free speech. Not for much longer, if this corrupt government has its way. Don't think for one minute that you will be exempt from what is coming.
This government will not allow dissent in any way, shape or fashion.

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Kimberly, Mountain View, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:53:00 GMT

OMG! I just recently wrote a long winded comment, and now in my consideration, inane commentary on this Presidency but this was before I saw Keith's special comment. I take everything I said back and now adopt fully, and 100% those words Keith so eloquently and passionately spoke on 7/3/07. Those are my words, my thoughts, my feelings exactly. There are none others to be said. From your mouth to God's ears Keith. Bless You!

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Bob Cooper, Huntersville, NC — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:53:13 GMT

I am sitting here on July 4th, 2007 watching the history channel about our Revolution, and just want to say what a true patriot you are Keith Olberman. The words of your special comment are still fresh in my ears from last night. I literally was in tears when I thought about how many Americans have laid down their life for this great country and the sacrifices of all in every war since then. You Sir are a "Profile in Courage" and I wish to thank you for calling for the resignation of Bush and Cheney. Every life lost and every purple heart from the revolution to today would be in vain if we continue to allow either political party and or individuals to hijack our constitution and country. It has been said by some that impeachment would be distacting. Then I say "Distract Away" for the good of the country and for all who have made the ultimate sacrifice since this day in July of 1776.

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Erin, MA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 17:56:51 GMT

Thank You Keith for your bravery. You're the only one representing the viewpoint of most Americans. We are out here listening, hoping that someone will hear us, and represent us when our government and most media will not. You are the voice of reason and change in this time of the madness of king George. We need people like you to keep our democracy alive. Don't stop!!!

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Jerry Apodaca, San Antonio, Tx — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:02:24 GMT

Mr. Olbermann,
You hit the nail on the head. I've replayed your commentary at least 6 times and each time more moved by the last. I applaude your courage to take such a much needed, eye opening swing at Bush and Cheney. Both of them truely believe they are above the law. And part of the blame belongs to those who can counter that belief and don't do anything about it. So, both will continue to be the way they are and we will have to put up with it for awhile longer. For those who blog this site and disagree with the majority supporting your commentary ---- all I can remind them is what some of our wise old parents used to tell us,,, in that "The Truth Hurts". Thanks so much sir, for standing up what what you and many, many, of us know is the truth....

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Val, Baltimore MD — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:02:39 GMT

Keith Olbermann:

I watched your show and heard your "comment" last night.

One word or two,

Bravo!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Encore!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Dave, Canton, Ohio — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:05:30 GMT

Our family's voices are hereby added to yours in the Demand for The Resignation of the Chief Executive and His (Vice?) President! THANK YOU AND MSNBC. PLEASE...PLEASE DO NOT STOP!

The Criminal Act of "outing" Ms Valerie Plame MUST NOT GO UNPUNISHED!

Slick Scooter's and this Administration's ONGOING Obstruction of Justice subverts this investigation (Kinda Like the 911 Commission?!). ENOUGH CONGRESS!! ALL BETS ARE OFF NOW! Thanks to W's and Cheney's commutation of Scooter's Jail Sentence. ACT NOW! You DO know what to do. STOP everything else in BOTH Houses and Bring Impeachment Proceedings NEXT WEEK.

The Intelligence Community MUST ALSO ACT decisively to expose ALL the Truth.

The Intelligence Community, CONGRESS AND THE FEDERAL COURT SYSTEM, MUST stop the almost complete destruction of these United States of America. You can do this by first clearing the "Justice Obstructors" and complete the "Leak" Investigation with prosectutions. Wake UP!

George H.W. Bush (DADDY BUSH), said HIMSELF (a former Director of CIA); ...to disclose the identity of an active covert agent of the [United States of America] is the highest form of treason...! WELL AMERICA? Where is the OUTRAGE?

Countdown Staff, Mr. Olbermann, and especially Stockholders, Management and Legal Department at MSNBC, THANK YOU on behalf of myself, my children, my grandchildren and I am sure a MAJORITY of grateful Citizens of these United States of America.

Your Patriotism, Speaking Truth to Power and Integrity in operations is, in my Humble Opinion, a few of the handful of protections standing between America as a Republic and America as a FAILED REPUBLIC.

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Brad Wilder, Boise, ID — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:06:10 GMT

INCENDIARY!!! Countdown is always great, but I NEVER miss a Special Comment. Mr. Olbermann, I don't always agree with you, but I will forever grant that your relentless pursuit of truth, whichever form it takes or whichever side it is on, is absolutely admirable. Reporters with your kind of courage and veracity are functional to our way of life, and I hope that you will always remain as vitriolic as ever. Thank you for your service to this nation.

As an aside, have you ever thought of running for office?

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Leigh Fortson, Grand Junction, CO — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:06:54 GMT

The tears running down my cheeks are made up of hope...for the first time in years, I have hope that a media figure will speak the unspeakable. That we might be able to rally enough memory in the collective minds of Americans for them to do the right thing: take an active and outraged stand against the criminal acts of this president. Thank you, Keith, for opening the door to that memory. Let the memory of our roles as Americans come back clearly and with pride. America is based on ethics and morals we can all be proud of; let's demand those qualities in our leaders.

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wm, Columbia, S.C. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:07:00 GMT

You go man. It's about time someone came out and said what so many of us have been muttering to ourselves. I suggest Mr. Bush just apologize to the world for getting us into Iraq and ask for forgiveness. Maybe then we could stand him for one more year.

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Larry Huwa, Greeley, CO — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:10:08 GMT

Hey Olbermann...you should resign and return to Fresno where you were a cheesy sports reporter. At least you had an audience there.

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Greg Smith, McMinnville, OR — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:13:54 GMT

It is so sad that we must even consider such an extreme response such as impeachment, but that may just be the medicine that our corrupt government needs at this time. My greater concern is that the US political engine has no idea how to govern with integrity anymore. It may just be time for a real Independent candidate.

Thanks for being the voice of real Americans.

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ginie — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:15:46 GMT

Why is it that Conservatives can't speel? I mean..."Spell"

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Sherwin Sharan, Jacksonville, Fl — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:20:19 GMT

Your commentary last night moved me to tears. It said everything that I've felt in my heart about these corrupt Republican years. T think the video for the commentary should be turned over to the Democratic party and be made into a series of commercials. I'm sure they would be more hard hitting than anything else the party could do.

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Trevor Free, San Diego CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:20:43 GMT

Mr. Olbermann,
I am a veteran and have been to Iraq. I voted for Bush both times and would be proud to vote for him again. Of course you probably think I'm stupid. President Bush is doing as good a job as any other person could do. But you and your liberal friends think we can set around a campfire with people like Bin Laden and pat each other on the back and everything will be alright. President Bush is doing what has to be done. If anyone should resign it should be you. I am not a rich person compared to you. I'm a person that makes an hourly wage working with Hazardous Waste. I say this to show you that I am a middle class person supporting a family like everyone else. You talk about how President Bush is for the rich. Well I'm not rich and I believe he is for me and America.
I will gladly go back into the military and go to Iraq or any other place they need me if I'm called. I am not ashamed the George W Bush is our President. Never have been, never will be!
As far as Scooter Libby is concerned; President Bush did nothing different than President Bush 41 or President Clinton. They pardoned people, Bush 43 hasn't. President Clinton committed perjury! So should he have gone to prison or been removed from office?
As far as the link between Saddam and 911; President Bush said," we have no evidence that Saddam was linked to the terrorists’ attacks of September 11, 2001."
I accuse you Mr. Olbermann of Twisting the facts to suit you and your show. This President can't do anything right in your eyes. The hatred you and your friend have for this President is sad.
I accuse you of slander Mr. Olbermann.
The constitution is alive and well or you wouldn’t be able to speak your mind and I wouldn’t be able to write you and tell you what I think.

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Susan, Paradise, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:24:06 GMT

I don't know what made me happer, Keith's Comment last night or the overwhelmingly positive response to it on this website.....despite the fact that Bush's poll numbers are so abysmal, it can seem a little lonely (especially in certain parts of the country) for some of us. Keith is truly the Edward R. Morrow of our age.

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Dan Harmer Black River Falls Wi> — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:29:55 GMT

Keith, That was the best commentary I ever heard.Finally Mr. Bush has crossed the line.The knife in our system run deep.Time will tell if we can get past this mess Mr. Bush has put us in.

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MaryS, Poway, Calif. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:32:05 GMT

Thank you, Keith for "speaking truth to power."

As I was watching Monday's coverage of Libby-ration, I though, surely he'll have a Special Comment. You outdid yourself.

(All of a sudden by Cox Cable DVR does not recognized "Countdown" as a first-run show and won't automatically record it. Had to capture the later broadcast. Hmmm. Sadly, this current regime has driven me to the point I see government conspiracies under every [pardon the expression] bush.)

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Scott, Ithaca, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:32:49 GMT

To Steve in Chicago: There's a great quote about poker, to wit: "if your in a game for half an hour and you don't know who the patsy is, then you're the patsy".

Steve, with respect, you've been in the game with Bush for six years now. It's time to figure it out, buddy. Bush has nothing but disdain for you, if you're middle class.

It's getting tiring living in a country that we love with people who still suppport these creeps.

Thank God for Olberman. Where's the rest of the press?

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Simpliticus — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:34:09 GMT

Upon hearing and seeing your monumental speech, there is only one image that actually applies and it concerns your days at ESPN. "There going out and their never coming back!", only these guys aren't home runs but your speech was!

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José Ortiz, Sacramento, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:39:30 GMT

I applaud the sentiment as I have marveled at how such an obviously inept man could continue to be allowed to hold his position. Yes, the Republican Congress did not want accountability; the Democratic one, however, has no excuses. Sadly, the act of resigning under these circumstances would be the final act of a fundamentally decent person. After the last six plus years I do not see how anyone could think that Mr. Bush has any honor, integrity, or sense of duty to his country. Mr. Bush will not resign. Clearly the responsibility falls on Congress to govern and if will not act to impeach Mr. Bush, then it must aggressively exercise the powers of oversight to curb any further erosion of the principles this once great country was founded on. Furthermore, the failure has not been of the Executive and Legislative branches alone. The press has been as dormant and as bereft of duty and honor as Mr. Bush. I hope, Mr. Olbermann that your own brilliant example of patriotism is one that all journalists take to heart and mind. Thank you.

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Van, Santa Cruz CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 18:55:18 GMT

Keith Olberman, last of the REAL GODDAMNED AMERICANS.

Now if only we, the people, could do our jobs and act with the same courage with which you speak.

But I fear this has become a nation of children, cowering in the corner and weeping in silent prayer that the bad men just go away.

http://www.ronpaul2008.com

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Kathleen Rummel, Colmar, PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:02:07 GMT

Thank you Keith. Thank you, thank you. I have listened to your special comments since you started them. Unfortunately I missed this last one, and which appears to be the best of the best. Give them Hell Keith.

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Ed Brown, Lusby, Md — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:02:33 GMT

Right on point Keith Olbermann. I can't begin to tell you how proud I am of you for the comments you rendered last night. Mr. Bush and Mr. Cheney have turned their backs on the best interests of this country. The lying and mismanagement must stop. Its so sad to have so many of our brave sons and daughters fighting over in Iraq to maintain the interests of Bush's cronies.......Keep up the good work. I can only hope that your salvo will energize the couch potatoes to step up and take action!!!! country in a non stop effort to line the seems to think he is "King"..not "President"....

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Kimberly, Mountain View, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:08:39 GMT

Wow - Rick from chicago - umm... by tuning in (even just yourself) you've given Countdown a "rating". How intelligent are you?...hmmm.. don't ansswer that - obviously self explanatory. Maybe you need to up your med dosage some. Your arguments (or lack there of) are telling...very telling.

To all 4 or 5 of you that have posted negative reactions to Keith's special comments are to be commended. You've stood up and spoke out for what you believe. A right that has been afforded to us by our founding fathers. I respect your right. I ask you however, to take a look at the amount of those who oppose your views and believe with as much passion as keith demonstrated that we need a change and that the President and VP should be help accountable as they have let us down. I say to the 4 or 5 of you - Keith is an American too, who has the right to speak his mind. That is what the Consitution had been written and given to us for.

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Elizabeth Collins, Portland, OR — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:09:03 GMT

As a Vietnam Era vet. The cousin of a lost warrior in Vietnam, to the bullet of a snipper, as the cousin of another who couldn't live with his memories and ended his own life because of PTSD. The sibling of yet another, who is the only one to surive Vietnam. We of this generation have learned there are wars to be fought and those not to be fought. This criminal has proven once again that he is a selfish amoral man who needs to be removed from office, and tried for treason along with Cheney. His pardon of Libby only proves how immoral he truly is. God Bless you Keith, you brought me to tears. The tears of a loyal American who knows the heartbreak of following a leader where we should not go.

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Houstonian, Texas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:14:48 GMT

Clinton was impeached for much lesser almost trivial charges...

Keith, you can also add to your "I Accuse" list...the signing statements in which Bush assumes legislative prerogative over Congress and the Judiciary as well as laying waste to habeas corpus.

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Stephen Murphy, San Diego, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:18:25 GMT

Ken, you knocked it out of the park. You are the MAN!!!!!!!

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Amanda,Corpus Christi,Tx — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:19:13 GMT

It's so easy to see the FOX NOISE experts their mindless drones are hard at work. Let's discredit anyone who has a mind and can think out complex situations. Maybe the no child left behind act has left them behind. Better run and catch that short bus before it leaves again. Thanks Keith. Keep up the good fight. Maybe some more people will grow balls and help take back our country from "Arkam Asylum". The Penguin and his minions will have to go back to the sewer though. They don't even belong in the nut-house. It's too good.

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Dr. Carol, Port Angeles, WA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:24:32 GMT

Thank you doesn't seem to express what I think about your commentary oflast night. What you said was so well done and so true.
My hackles stood on edge when "W" started to run for President and history has validated those feelings.

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JoAnn Cambareri, Manassas, VA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:31:55 GMT

An EXCELLENT commentary. I've read it and re-read it at least 20 times and, each time, I've been more impressed (and moved) than the time before. Every single word is IMPORTANT. I cannot praise Keith Olbermann enough.

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Judie P, Laguna Niguel, Ca. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:34:21 GMT

I too felt like John Wayne, especially after 9/11. I didn't vote for them, but they were our 'leaders' and wished them well.I was soon disappointed, embarassed , and after that ,ashamed, to have this administration representing this wonderful country to the rest of the world.My family has served in each war our country has been involved in, now 2 of my grandsons are in the Navy serving again.They deserve better leaders than these.Please send all these comments on to the Congress so that they will have the guts to stand up for the people they're supposed to represent.

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Forrest Cochran, Underhill, Vermont — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:34:57 GMT

I have been saying for years that the outrage should begin with Bush and Cheney's supporters. "Incompetence" may be the first word that comes to people's minds when asked about Bush, but I think "disaster." He has led our country through an incredibly comprehensive destruction of American values, while also tearing down our reputation throughout the world. All of this on the heels of 9/11, when not only Americans, but practically the entire world was united behind us. Shame on George Bush and Dick Cheney. And shame on the media for failing to properly report truthful news during this entire Bush/Cheney regime. Thanks to Mr. Olbermann, but it's probably too little too late. Americans need to wake up.

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Kate Macdonald — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:40:58 GMT

My husband is downstairs, printing up "J'accuse!" bumper stickers. The scary thing is, I don't think our president, I hope he starts to do a good job, would understand them, literally or figuratively.

Thank you.

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Gene Renshaw, Summerfield, FL — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:43:31 GMT

Thank you Keith for your Special Comment: It's Time to Resign.

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Danie, Central Fl. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:45:11 GMT

I'm with you Keith! Your commentary was spot on!
Very passionate and in my opinion it rings true
with the majority of Americans.
Well at least to those of us who do not have
our heads in the sand.

However I find myself laughing at those people who
will take the time to comment here and say how mean
you are, and how belittling your remarks are, and yet
they express discontent for the republican party, the
reasons we were given to invade Iraq, but show
compassion for a convicted criminal like Libby, and
stick behind the erroneousness "Bush didn't lie" story!

Then have the nerve to berate you for those things
in this world that are actually humorous, like Bill
O'Reilly or Ann Coulter!!!

This ladies and gents is the heart of what is wrong in
America and EXACTLY the thing Keith is trying to
warn you dolts about!!!
Please people get a clue and hold on to it for dear life!!

Kepp up the great work Keith!
You are aces in my book.

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Eric N., Royal Oak, Michigan — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:48:01 GMT

Their are few (if any) in todays media that provide the type of challenge to the establishement that Keith Olberman provides. Bless him for it.

He did not do Special Comments until maybe a year ago, when finally the disgusting absurdity of Bush's administration became too much to ignore. Every month, it seems to get worse, and I truly (for the first time in my life) fear for the future of this country

Let's all do what we need to - call your Congressman and Senators - Let us work to put Mr's Bush and Cheney on the street!

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Eric Johnson, Houston Texas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:50:30 GMT

Brilliant and amazingly powerful. These are not mere words, these are emotive steam trains powering through the hearts and minds of average Americans like me across this land. I have shared it with everyone I could on this 4th of July.

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Sue, West Allis, Wisconsin — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:50:39 GMT

Happy Birthday America

I'm continuing CPR in hopes that my country can be brought back to life.

However, I find that my appetite for hot dogs, roasted corn on the cob, and watermelon isn't there today. I tried to watch fireworks last night, but my mind wandered to the state of the country instead.

I saw my neighbor put out her flag this morning without the normal patriotic gusto. I waved and shouted "Happy 4th of July" through my patio screen door as usual and was told how little she was motivated to put the flag on display today. The state of our country is on her mind too.

She's a Republican.

One of those talking points folks I run into around here. Proudly supporting Bush. I saw her at the polls last year on Election Day. We chatted about everything but politics and candidates - her choice. We bought treats at the school bake sale they have to raise money every Election Day and discussed all the available choices. I thought she looked a little sad then and asked her why. She didn't say.

Republicans took a well deserved beating last year in those elections.

No talking points today though. Her government has shamed her. It started, she said, with our complete failure to respond to Hurricaine Katrina. She saw it day after day. She saw Bush on vacation - leaving the ranch only for photo ops. She saw the people waiting to be rescued - jammed into a stadium, on freeway overpasses and the convention center. Tired, dirty, hungry, thirsty people who had no access to food, water or a change of clothes. She saw a city under water and wondered where our government was.

She tuned into other news stations and learned a few things. She tuned to Fox News less, leaving when the "heard it all before" talking points got to be too much. The happy, happy, joy, joy talk wasn't reaching her. The lame excuses, the spin were falling on ears that were no longer exclusive to them. She knew other things. Facts. Things she saw with her own eyes.

She learned more in the subsequent months.

Commuting Libby was the last straw in the chain of events between Katrina and today. The talking points aren't working on her anymore. She knows too much now.

She still attributes the failures to "bad" Republicans and wonders how such a small group of people could dominate.

I filled her in.

They started with a small group, but lots of money and political influence go a long way. When one of your small group owns 39% of our media, you can readily overwhelm the news with propaganda. When this small group can arrange corporate financing of campaigns in exchange for pro-corporation legislation, the financial spigot can elect anyone. With enough of "your paid-for guys" you can do anything you want.

This small group was patient. They schemed, worked their mojo, used any tactic they could dream up, they evaded and avoided, they made stuff up, they planted lies in telephone "polls" to steer voters to their candidates, they abused, they smeared, they cheated, they stole. They gained power. And more power. The machine they created worked so well it looked unstoppable. It got bigger and bigger. The machine even stopped the truth from being told.

They made big mistakes and covered them up. They broke laws and made sure no one knew. But some mistakes were too big to hide. Too well known for propaganda or even spin at tornado speeds to be effective.

The emperor has no clothes. More and more people know that now. Even she knows.

I should be content today, but I just read an AP report. Excavations at the World Trade Center are STILL unearthing human remains. The Medical Examiner's Office will maintain a presence there "for the unforseeable future" according to a memo by Deputy Mayor Skyler to Mayor Blooberg.

Remains are being found under a road in front of the World Financial Center where they were digging to create a tunnel as part of a transit hub. They have also been found while digging test pits for future construction. Since October they have found 677 bones - some fragments and some entire arm and leg bones. 785 were found within the last 2 years in a nearby vacant building which was damaged on 9/11.

I remember the kudos given for finishing the WTC cleanup early. They forgot something - a whole lot of something.

http://my.earthlink.net/article/nat?guid=20070704/468b1b40_3ca6_1552620070704-603364834

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Jim N. Yorba Linda, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:53:12 GMT

Keith, I now expect you to take the lead in getting MARC RICH pardoned.

His crimes: Wire fraud, mail fraud, racketeering, racketeering conspiracy, criminal forfeiture, income tax evasion, and trading with IRAN in violation of trade embargo.

OOPS. Mr. Rich had a fat wallet, and your president Bill Clinton beat you to the punch and has already pardoned this low-life. Obviously your faithful viewers didn't seem to mind too much. Who committed the more egregious crimes, Keith, Libby or Rich??

Keith, I remember many years ago when you were a sports hack on one of our local Los Angeles TV channels. Maybe you can get your old job back? Nah, bad idea. The rest of the country deserves you.

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Sue, West Allis, Wisconsin — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:55:47 GMT

Well, well, well warmonger Paul Wolfowitz, who the World Bank is finally rid of after arranging special salary for his girlfriend (sounds like a real loyal Bushie to me), has a brand new shiny job. Where, you ask? The American Enterprise Institute - a right wing think tank. He'll be a "visiting scholar" <snerk>.

These jerks always land on their feet after a fall.

Anyone surprised?

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C. Johnson, Brooklyn, Ny — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 19:56:04 GMT

Thank you. Eloquence and truth.

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Jack Power - FW, IN — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:08:59 GMT

I have hesitated to post a response to this increasingly polarized thread because I was afraid I might contribute to the polarization on both sides.

First off: Excellent comment. Keith's Special Comments, particularly his first, inspired me to purchase and watch Good Night and Good Luck (something which I suggest everyone reading this do. It is an excellent history lesson and a taste of what the so-called Fourth Estate is supposed to have been doing, but has not.). It solidifies in my mind that most talking-heads on both sides of the aisle contribute to the "If you can't argue the facts or the logic, start name-calling" debate strategy. I have yet to see enough Bush-supporters use facts or logic to underscore their disagreement, instead choosing to make veiled links to terrorists and vile name-calling.

That said, let's go over the facts:
1) Wilson's op-ed after the infamous SOTU speech was 100% accurate, despite the attempts to torpedo it.
2) Leaking Plame's name not only served as a "We can destroy you at any time" reminder from those who did not want such accuracy introduced into their war rhetoric, but it effectively killled one of the best methods of tracking the WMD's that the Bush admin. was so keen on stopping (Plame's front company)
3) Libby was convicted of almost all of the crimes he was accused of by a court of law, and the appellate court saw that an appeal was not likely to overturn that verdict. Thus, Bush's commutation was entirely inappropriate. Reasonable people can debate the inner issues of legality or mercy; but the inappropriateness of the commutation was because, if only on its face, it appears to be a payoff for a "Heckuva job." The American expect and should receive integrity and trust from their Commander-in-chief. This displays neither.
4) If this were the only shady thing this President has done in his entire term, it may not even garner a blip on the weasel-meter. However, combine this with Abu Ghraib, Gitmo, Warrantless Wiretapping, Reading the nation's mail and e-mail, "free-speech zones", The lies that got us into the war, the shifting reasons for the war, no definition of victory, the constant secrecy of everything the administration, and we haven't even gotten into Dick Cheney..., and the question becomes "What is the final straw?" When will the people, even the couch-potato Fox Noise soundbite spouters, finally say "This is our country and we want it back!"?

Will that ever happen? Or has this country turned into a Monarcy, or Dictatorship, or Theocracy, not by an invasion or coup, but because its people just flat-out stopped caring?

And if so, what do you plan to do about it?

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Joe Blow, Seattle ,Wa — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:11:28 GMT

once again the hate America cause I hate Bush campaign is in full gear. Where were you when Clinton pardoned all his Croney's the last day before he left office. Or don't you care??? Why does big brother have to read my comments before publishing? They afraid that something honest is said?? Freedom of speech?

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DCohn,Clevleand,OH — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:24:03 GMT

To Keith and all my friends, Happy Fourth of July. This is our day of freedom, let it ring. I cant express enough gratitude for the spirit you evoke and the words you spoke on July 3, 2007 Keith, you have not only been given the gift of gab, but wisdom, strength, and a manner of speaking, the sends chills down people's spines, tingles their feet and bumps their soul. God Bless you for that. Running for President may not be a bad idea,or a V.P. to Al Gore.
Having Joe Wilson on, the freedom fighter that he is was wonderful. He, just like yourself, speaks the truth, has a big heart and is a proud American. Mr Wilson and Valerie Plame Wilson were crucified for standing up for what they believe in and to me, that is not only shameful to see but the only word I can express for retribution for them is TO IMPEACH THE PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT OF OUR UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dumber are true elitist, not of the good kind. They are a bunch of bums who need to be put out on the streets and see how they flourish. Shame on them for thier lies, hatred and disrespect to the likes of the Wilsons and good people , like you say, trying to make a living, pay their taxes, and honor the Flag.Thank you from the bottom of my heart again. I think the new BFF needs to be Miss. April Ryan, I hope she can be a guest on future segments, she has a lot of spirit and finesse and I like that. Peace to all and God Bless, Denise
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Karen Lynn Bellamy, San Diego, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:25:24 GMT

Please keep writing your comments - they speak from your heart and mind. Nobody on TV- does it like you.
Our country is free and open to all. Thank you for speaking for us. I look forward to more comments throughout the years. You are the best- honest and willing to tell the truth!!!!!

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Jeff, Fort Myers FL — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:26:10 GMT

This Special Comment brought a whole new perspective to my life...Keith sir you have spoken the truth and more americans need to stand up and say Enough!!!

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Bruce Clark, Napa, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:29:12 GMT

Thank you for showing the courage that so many in the media establishment are so sorely lacking. With a few more voices like yours out there, there may still be hope for this county yet. My definition of evil is: Knowing what you are doing is wrong, yet doing it anyway. The Bush administration is the living embodiment of evil.

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Scott, Ithaca, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:36:55 GMT

There's a great quote about poker, to wit: "if you're in a game for half an hour and you don't know who the patsy is, then you're the patsy".

We've been in the game with Bush and Cheney for six years now. They have nothing but disdain for the patriotic, hard-working citizens of this country. Their allgiance is only to the power elites. It's time for the good people of this country to rise up as one and demand impeachment proceedings from the ne'r-do-well congress.
It's getting tiring living in a country that we love with people who still suppport these creeps.

Thank God for Olberman. Where's the rest of the press?

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Ron Whittle Zepher Island, Maine — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:37:26 GMT

The context of this tirade has no bearing on reality. Bush and Cheney are not going to resign nor will they be impeached. So the only reason anyone would watch such a spectacle would be for simple pleasure. Simple emotional pleasure.....I can help....On the next special comment Keith should give the speech from a podium where he has freedom of body movement. Tint his face more red than orange. He should be raising his hands and shaking them as his voice rises to a crescendo in the midst of a pointless tirade, then letting them fall as he shakes his head, lets his jowls vibrate and lowers his voice and grabs the podium. He then leans back does a hip hop 2 step raises his arms an starts again up and up, louder and louder spewing forth hatred and castigating all that is BUSH and all said Amen and Amen. It would of course be his choice to use the Hitler style or the Reverend Hathaway stile or even a take off of the Blues Brothers revival style, heck bring in some trampolines have some stage hands put on Bush masks and call the show "Keith and the bouncing Bushies"......I would pay good money to watch that.

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Bruce Clark, Napa, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:40:24 GMT

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Clay Long — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:45:29 GMT

You accuse the President of partisan politics? Thats all the prosecution was was partisan politics. I realize the Republicans started all this during the Clinton years, but I am hopeful that after the Bush years are over, maybe we can move away from this destroy the other party and to hell what it does to our country. I understand that Democrats hate Bush. But do they have to go all around the world telling them its OK to hate Bush because Democrats hate him too? I don't totally disagree that they have made a mess in Iraq. But this pardon(but a small blip on the radar compared with other pardons)may or may not be right or wrong, but it is definitely not something to warrant such partisan rhetoric from a supposedly unbiased reporter, who is supposed to report and comment on the news not lead it.

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Tim Rehling, Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:54:07 GMT

Here we are on the anniversary of The United States of America’s Independence Day. The 4th of July, a day that marked a new beginning, one of hope, clarity and a more balanced society. One that gives the power to all, not to one.

While Keith’s Special Comment yesterday was spurred by this president’s commutation of Scooter Libby, that specific point was more “the straw that broke the camel’s back” than the focal point of his message to us, the citizens of the United States. For those of you who find fault in Keith’s reasoning, whether citing very specific notation on the wording that describes perjury as Wayne, M'town TN did or taking offense to the tone by which Keith speaks when commenting on the extremely disconcerting paradigm we seem to be trapped in as Kathryn Brunner did or simply attempting to retort with incoherent “wrambling” as Thattune did, you are all sadly missing the point.

This administration has a much more frightening and hidden agenda and it is unfortunate that so many are still brain washed into thinking that there is any shred of credibility left in the actions taken by this president or the platform by which he attempts to justify those actions. We have been manipulated, taken advantage of and are now being blatantly lied to by George Bush and his administration. When Keith calls this president the worst in our nation’s history, he is not swayed by a democratic mindset nor biased due to his own opinions on the current issues at hand; he is simply stating the factual truth.

This president has at the very least made more mistakes than any preceding president but more close to the truth is that he actually made choices that not only took advantage of a misguided citizenry but went against the Constitution of this country with full knowledge that he was doing so. Driven by greed and a lust for power, hiding under the guise of a Christian based set of morals and by using fear and the naive belief of the American people that we are threatened by terror on a grand scale, George W. Bush has forced the country that I call home into a downward spiral and detrimental state of affairs that will take many years, perhaps even decades, to correct.

There are terrorists out there who want to and would attack the U.S. given the opportunity, but the number of followers that embrace this violence have multiplied exponentially because of Bush’s actions towards the nations of the Middle East. The imperialist mentality by which he forces his views (not those of the majority of this nation) on the rest of this world is shameful and has tarnished the once great reputation we Americans used to adhere to and feel proud of.

So, for those of you who were brave enough to comment in disagreement or protest of Mr. Olbermann’s Special Comment calling for President Bush’s and Vice President Cheney’s resignation (Jeffrey Wilson, Jeff Andersen, gp cook, D. Williams, Susan Wilson Ross, TJB, James) I hope some day that you may come to realize your unfortunate lack of insight and misunderstanding of the truth and join the rest of your bothers and sisters here in the United States in the fight to regain the trust of the rest of the world and restore liberty and true freedom to the halls of this once great nation.

In admiration and full support of Keith Olbermann, this is Tim Rehling on our country’s Independence Day saying Good Night & Good Luck.

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C. S. Wright, Columbia, SC — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:54:31 GMT

Thank you, thank you--I sat in front of the TV and clapped and cheered. Brilliant, with just the right amount of outrage!

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Merry Lambert, Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:55:58 GMT

Keith,
As usual you brought me to tears with your eloquent honesty. You continue to express the feelings of so many American citizens who are embarrassed, disillusioned and sickened by our malignant narcissistic President and Vice President who continue to demonstrate no empathy, and certainly no remorse for their demonic actions.

I admire your insight and intelligence. Keep the comments coming. I'm doubtful that we will celebrate the resignation of these narcissists - but I'll continue to countdown the remaining days of this administrations demise along with you.

With much appreciation and respect,
Merry Lambert

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Wayne, M'town TN — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:57:51 GMT

"Thank you. TV and radio are no longer my sources for news, except for you. You are not only the best, but you seem to be the only one with the courage to be honest. I am so grateful for you.
Mary in Wisconsin
"
Now that is Sad. No wonder the Liberal Democrats who post here sound so much like the Borg Collective.

Group Think, Hive Mind, Singleness of Purpose, all the result of ignoring all sources of news which might not agree with the master plan.

The "Liberal" mindset has lead to supposed Journalists/Commentators going into every situation with the story already written in their minds eye and only accepting information which supports the preconceived notions.

Look deeper than the surface, don't stop at the headlines, and backtrack articles to look for retractions.
I've seen Liberals posting propaganda based on articles retracted the day after they were published.

Also (for all of you) remember this, Webster's Dictionary and roget's Thesaurus can be your friend.

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Clay Long, Hampton, VA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:59:22 GMT

I just read through a good deal of the comments. Only a few of them even mentioned Mr. Libby. They all enjoyed your diatribe against the current adminstration. By the way could you tell me if this is diatribe #287 or #288?

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Ellen White, Fort Worth, TX — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 21:00:57 GMT

I read the evening address, listened and watched the video, and have read many of the blogged comments. My response is this: How long I have waited to hear someone speak out so effectively to rouse the hearts of those who have seen our country's ideals being one by one torn to shreds - trashed by smooth talking and manipulating politicians.

What if we cannot get impeachment proceedings going? Will we (as individuals) sit back and do nothing and just hope for a better result with the next election? Have we been so brainwashed that we no longer feel it's any use to take a public stand for what our country stands for - for what we need to do to address the some of the most critical issues facing this country: poverty, the public education system, healthcare, an incredible national debt, the justice system, immigration, and issues of aging? The continuing war in Iraq has a huge impact on these!

I like what one blogger said quoting from the movie, "I'm mad...and I'm not going to take it anymore!" Until we join hands and shout that from the roof tops and ACT, we will continue to lose the America we have known.

Thank you "Mr. Keith" for having the guts to say it like it is, regardless of what criticism you might receive. Too many of us have stood in the shadows for too long. Keep on keeping on. We need your passion to stir up some action.

Ellen in Texas

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Bob Babcock, San Antonio, Texas — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 21:02:15 GMT

Keith,
Your articulate, eloquent, passionate, and logical comments are truly appreciated. Sadly, many Americans refuse to look beyond the smoke of the ongoing "bush fire" that this current president prefers to stoke vice put it out. Bush is a worldwide embarassment to our country, has stained the office he represents, and continually shows he IS incompetent. Keith, your opinions and efforts are greatly appreciated.

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George D'range, Honolulu, HI — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 21:04:30 GMT

Mr. Olbermann, I've always suspected that you aim for the same kind of journalistic excellence associated with Edward R. Murrow. After your special comment on July 3, 2007, you will always hold that place in this American's heart. I don't think anyone could have said it better, and I'm glad somone in a position like yours stepped up and said it!

Happy July 4th to you, sir, you certainly made mine!

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Risee Foss, Whittier, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 21:22:37 GMT

THANK YOU for an impassioned commentary that brought me to my feet, as well as to tears. It has been far too easy to sit back and watch in amazement as this bureaucratic, bullying behemoth of a government has gnawed its way through the most precious of our nation's foundational principles. After all, as a child whose puberty coincided with the Chicago 7 and young adulthood with Watergate, could I really expect anything other than dirty politics? But the basic acceptance of status quo came crashing down around me as I listened to you last night. The truly dire state of our nation's predicament became crystal clear. The fact that Bush did not even hesitate to step into our legal system in this manner is nothing but proof that his arrogance does equal his disrespect for the "common" American. I find it earth-shaking scarey that he can be so confident of having established enough power already to even consider such a move! much less step up and do it. That in and of itself shows me what true peril we are in as a spoiled and complacent mass. The irony of today being the day we celebrate what we have as Americans is an exclamation mark to the statement! Time to wake up, folks. Maybe we can set a date in which all who care snail-mails printouts of your July 3rd commentary to the doors of Congress and the White House. Flood them with sacks of disgust from the every-day populace. Let me make it clear that I am not anti-Republican; neither am I anti-Democrat. We ALL must get to the point where we stop helping the politicos define their separate camps. Look to the person first. The best shot for the Republican party to redeem itself is to lead the charge to rein in the group riding roughshod over the best of American values. Let them demonstrate, to the edification of us all, that standards of one's conduct determine the appropriate position of leadership rather than the the gang-like mentality of group vs. group. It is, after all, the values that make a country strong and we must take our strength back. How can we say "I'm mad as hell and I'm not going to take it any more" when it seems like noone is listening? I call upon more of the media to live up to the ideals of their profession. There should be many more voices that speak the relevant truth of today's oh-so-important issues - thank you for your voice, Keith. I'm listening.

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Erin McLaren, San Diego, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 21:34:38 GMT

Thank You Keith. Thank you for your courage to speak the truth, your dedication to inform & educate the American people, for speaking courageously about our "corrupt to the core" Bush Administration, and for giving us hope...when lately, hope may be severly lacking. You are my " voice of reason. " Stay strong, stay brave, stay in the fight. We MUST NOT allow this administration to destroy us. God Bless You Keith.

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JON dUBEE — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 21:34:43 GMT

Seize Cheney's assets until all files have been recieved by the Congress. Embargo Haliburton like any other non-conforming country or business. Impeach the whole clan, ! Use their assets to fund alternative energy. TODAY!!! Go Dixie Chicks!!

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Erin McLaren, San Diego, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 21:35:32 GMT

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James from Redlands, CA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 21:36:30 GMT

Keith,
As the president and his administration continue to gather as much power as they can in the executive branch, and to denigrate Americans who criticize them, remember what Madison said in the Federalist #47, "The accumulation of all powers, legislative, executive, and judiciary, in the same hands, whether of one, a few, or many, and whether hereditary, self-appointed, or elective, may justly be pronounced the very definition of tyranny."

Thank you for continuing to point out how the current administration continues to do just that. And thank you for your impassioned call for President Bush to resign.

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Phil — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 21:43:08 GMT

As always Great!!!!

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 21:48:28 GMT

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 21:49:20 GMT

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30yearnavyguy/ about to retire — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:03:08 GMT

BREAKING NEWS - ( Pam ) Al Gore's 24 year old kid - just arrested for speeding and pot possession....let's use the time machine to say... 2037. If he runs for any office of significance - are you going after him ( this is assuming you and I are still alive ) the same way you have gone after the Presidents alleged DUI in 1972 ( roughly the same amount of years)....remember - we were all young once. Of all the attacks you put on the President - that is the most ridiculous - and you mention it about every other day. Now - come after me with some self righteous crap about how this is different. Remember - I'll be watching in 2037 ( if not already gone to the great grey ship in the sky....

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:13:28 GMT

Kathryn Brunner, Orange, California - Yeah, ok, I scrolled down and saw where you lived, and living in Southern California, I avoid that neo con repulican-loving area at all cost!!

Your post is a joke!! In Fitzgerald's attempts to get to the "truth", Libby lied to him and the FBI, and obstucted justice. That bright RED county you live in ignores such crimes, ONLY when committed by a republican.

"Orange", yeah, should be "red, california"!! Have a Happy 4th with all you republican neighbors, who like you, will never see the truth when it concerns anything negative about a republican!!

Go to Disneyland and please say hello to "Goofy" for me!!

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:18:52 GMT

This is probably it for me and MSNBC.
Susan Wilson Ross, Horse Cave, KY (Sent Tuesday, July 03, 2007 9:57 PM)

CIAO!! Good riddance to those who refuse to accept the truth!! Enjoy Fox NOISE!!

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Sharon Lynne, Colorado — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:23:01 GMT

When will we all of like minds, with sincere concern of our country's future, stand up and do something more than thank Keith for his wisdom? Isn't it time we heed the call and demand change? Isn't it time for the PEOPLE to REVOLT against the tyrnary of this administration?

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Sharon Lynne, Colorado — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:23:59 GMT

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Lray, Topeka — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:42:31 GMT

Well, Rick from Chicago, if the amount of letters is any indication, Keith's viewers are legion. And dWilson: what Bible are you referring to. The one I know is filled with wrath, cruelty and deceit, broken up only by the Messiah. who Himself, took a whip to the moneychangers.

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S. Brown — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:53:11 GMT

Whose law is this anyhow? How can it be changed so that NO president has this power? After all, we're a democracy; we're not supposed to have a king!

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J.C. H. Olney,Md. — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:55:02 GMT

This whole site is full of crap.Do you expect us to believe these comments are from real people. Not that many people tune in to msnbc let alone Keith OOOOOLLLLbermann.

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Leslie Weede — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:55:14 GMT

Thankyou. You made me cry. They are however, tears of hope.

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Chris Eldridge, HBG PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:56:38 GMT

I don't have a lot of time to write this but, Keith, I still think you are playing catchup to the divisiveness of this administration. You should have also accused them of deliberately HOPING FOR the Iraqi Civil war and of trying to provoke another war with IRAN. If we had freeken JIM JONES at the helm things could not be any worse. Your appeal to him to act on our behalf shows that you do not in any way know who he is. We are dealing with a brewing NEOCON dictatorship who is doing things blantently just to provoke a confrontation. Wantabe dictators as bad as hitler still exist in this world to be sure. To think it cant happen to us is foolish. Japan just elected it's first NATIONALIST government since WWII and Austria had elected a pro-nazi government five ten years ago... IT HAPPENS.

Things are so bad that I firmly believe it will come down to who the freeken military supports at this point... all the more reason to worry now that they are replacing the JOINT CHIEFS!!!!!!!!!!! I look forward to meeting you all in GITMO... CJE

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Matt, Minneapolis, MN — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:57:53 GMT

I submitted this to Fark and it hit the main page early this morning. It has generated a lot of positive discussion.

Our country needs more people like Mr. Olbermann to speak the truth. Thank you Keith!

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Roy DeWitt, Miller Place, NY — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 23:19:48 GMT

Only "head in the sand" conservatives could see Libby as a poor overworked man with a poor memory. The rest of us see him as a complicit law breaker spreading Whitehouse lies to discredit anyone speaking out against this administration's lies. Thank god for Keith Obermann's courage to tell it like it is.

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Ian Patton, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 23:40:20 GMT

Hi folks:
I wrote this for some friends in Glasgow, but I think it's good advice anywhere :-) Keith, you're a ballsy guy, even if you know nothing about hockey :-)

Dear Glaswegians:
Just a little gift from Canada. In view of current events, I thought you could use some cheering up. My prescription, wrap your arms around your sweetheart grab a bottle of wine and go waltzing !!! :-)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOjMdqxinsA

... and when you're all refreshed come back and rip the heart out of that scum-sucking gang of crooks ;-)

America has been asleep at the wheel for a long while; it's going to be interesting to see what happens when (if) it wakes up. You absolutely can not afford another mistake like Bush. My dream ticket would be Al Gore and as VP ... Bill Clinton (don't know if that's legally possible). Yes I know it sounds insane but that fact is, these guys are very good and have gotten a hell of a lot better with age. I think they would bring a huge amount of respect from around the planet ... something the USA really needs at the moment. As well, it's not like they will have to learn the job.

Well, if I had any credibility here it's probably gone, but hey, I can't vote so don't worry ...eh!

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Ann Rogan, Clarks Summit, PA — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 23:44:00 GMT

Hooray, finally someone without dancing around voiced KITCHEN Table politics. All the pundints have become elitist, you have voiced the little people. I also tip my hat to the network execs who had the guts to allow your comments. It is long over due and I hope their strength builds day by day. We need more intelligent clear commentary, maybe the nominees can take note.

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Eleanor Forte — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 23:44:45 GMT

Dear Kieth: By the time you finished your magnificent commentary, I was breathless. You said everything that was needed to be said. If only the people would listen. Keep up the good work.

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Eleanor Forte — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 23:44:47 GMT

Dear Kieth: By the time you finished your magnificent commentary, I was breathless. You said everything that was needed to be said. If only the people would listen. Keep up the good work.

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Nita Green, Las Vegas, NV — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 23:51:37 GMT

I missed the program yesterday, but got to hear your perfectly-worded speech on-line . . .YES!!!!! I shake my head every day and wonder how this happened and how it could get any worse. This is exactly what you get when you invite the fox to watch the chickens. These are oilmen folks! The don't believe in global warming (actually, they just don't care), they couldn't care less about the environment, they don't believe in equal rights for all Americans, they apparently think that the constitution is also "quaint" (right Alberto?) . . .they believe in money and power and making sure that they hold on to it. They are the worst of hypocrites by using fear against us and calling anyone who questions them "unamerican". I am sick at heart for this country and for the world that my children are inheriting. I want to join all the others to thank you Keith Olberman for speaking our thoughts so eloquently. Impeach President Cheney!!!!!!!!

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Rich Washington — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 23:56:49 GMT

Mr. Olbermann:

After reading your latest commentary against President Bush, I have one simple request to make: Please turn in your badge as a responsible journalist and admit to being the liberal apologist that you have become.

You claim that President Bush spit in the faces of judges and jurors, because he decided to commute (not pardon) Scooter Libby's sentence. What then do you call President Clinton's 140 pardon and commutations that he issued on the last day of his presidency?

I see the argument that the commutation is politically motivated. Then again Scooter Libby's crime was perjury and obstruction of justice for an investigation that resulted in a determination that no crime was committed when Richard Armitage revealed Valerie Plame's status. Is this truly worse then President Clinton decision to commute the sentence of 16 FALN members (a violent group responsible for setting off 120 bombs). A decision that not only spit in the face of the judge and jury, but was also protested by the FBI, US Attorneys office and Federal Bureau of Prisons. Is it truly worse than the decision to commute the sentence of Melvin J. Reyonds, a former Congressmen who was convicted of sexual assault and solication of child pornography.

Scooter Libby broke the law and deserve to be punished. However, it is the President's prerogative to decide that he disagrees with the punishment. Again this is a prerogative that President Clinton exercised well over a 100 times.

I understand that your hatred for President Bush has blinded you to looking at this issue objectively. It is a shame to see that your hatred has blinded you to such an extent that you would try to minimize the threat against our country (reference the comments minimizing the recent London incidents). Whether you want to believe it or not, there are people who want to kill us, and our way of life. You may not agree with how the President handles the defense of this nation. I do not always agree with him. Then again I challenge you to try to add something positive to this debate, rather than your armchair quarterback negativity.

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Bravo, Maryland — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:07:55 GMT

Thx Keith for verbalizing what many of us felt but don't have the wherewithal to do so.

Absolutely brilliant, inspiring, motivating and convicting. Keith should be the Vice-President candidate on a ticket with former VA Governor, Mark Warner.

Now, why do the republicans NEVER admit to anything outright or without some "out of context" rationalization of the facts. And with the repubicans, it's Clinton's fault for everything in the history of the world.

What happened to their (republican's) slogan after the 2000 election (something to the effect of 'We'll restore honor and dignity to the Whitehouse the first day, the first hour, the first minute. Their title should be RNCC - Republican National Corruption Committee.

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Rae Rader — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:10:57 GMT

Kieth, you are my best person of the day. Thanks for speaking for so many of us.

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Jackson, Houston — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:15:44 GMT

Once again Keith Olberman has shown why he is one of the most ignorant, pompass asholes on T.V. WTF makes you think you are so damn smart? You are a sportscaster wanna-be political commentator with a bunch of stupid ass followers. If this was Clinton your dingy ass wouldnt say shit. All these lame ass bloggers on here would be quiet too.

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Sue Filutze, Idaho Falls, Id. — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:16:20 GMT

Keith, you said what the MAJORITY of Americans feel, outrage, sadness, sick and tired. My God, this country cannot stand another year and a half of these monsters.
Our schools are failing our children, the people of New Orleans are still high and dry, Gitmo and Aub Grahab the black eyes of the U.S., the largest deficiet in our history. Underming and overturning our Constitution, trampling on Geneva Conventions,our soldiers in Iraq nothing more then photo oops and cannon fodder for these two chickenhawks, well of course there is much more, until more Americans like you and most of the people on these web-sites tell our government officials, WE HAVE HAD IT, GET THE HELL OUTTA DODGE AND DON'T LET THE DOOR HIT YOU IN THE BUTT ON THE WAY OUT! I WANT MY COUNTRY BACK, THE WAY IT WAS BEFORE BUSH AND CHENEY, ONLY MUCH BETTER. It's up to all of us, apart we achieve nothing, together, look at our history! Thanks Keith.

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Rachel, Georgia — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:22:47 GMT

Murrow takes a break from turning over in his grave at about 8 PM. You rock!

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Connie Mack Crawley, Jr. — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:26:08 GMT

Mr. Olbermann

If you are not awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Journalism, for the special comment, "IT'S TIME TO RESIGN", I will be nothing less than DUMBSTRUCK. In the tradition of heroic journalists throughout history you have taken a stand, at no small peril to yourself or your livelihood; exposing corruption at its very (rotten) core. Today sir, on this 4th of July 2007, you are America 's Greatest Patriot! I believe your stinging indictment of the current administration will be recorded for posterity and generations of journalism students to come will use this as the benchmark by which TRUE JOURNALISTIC RESPONSIBILITY and INTEGRITY in a democracy will be henceforth measured.

You have spoken for us all, in demanding accountability and you have lessened the shame this administration has brought to being an American. Thank You, for having the courage of conviction to address an issue many journalists have skirted until now. You have single-handedly set the bar so high, even Chris Matthews will have to make a Herculean effort to even begin reach it. To my mind, a speech of this magnitude has not been given since Patrick Henry and it is was with a stronger, renewed heart that I heard the bells of freedom ring only moments into your opening statement. Thank you, Sir, and to you, the best of all 4th of July celebrations are due. WHEN congress finds the courage to Impeach Bush and Cheney, it seems only appropriate that you be asked to officiate. If you ran for president, you would have my vote.

With tremendous respect,

Connie Mack Crawley, Jr.
61 Majorca Drive
Winter Springs , Florida 32708

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:31:26 GMT

Rick, Chicago - I see you re also STUCK ON STUPID!!

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Pat Hynes, Lancaster, California — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:42:01 GMT

Thank you, Keith! You have said it as it should happen! From your lips to God's ears! Thank you so very much for keeping me sane and not thinking that I am the only person with these beliefs! I appreciate you voice!

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Steve Holloway, DC — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:52:31 GMT

Undeniable standalone facts:

1. Libby prosecuted for perjury, and obstruction of justice....
2. by a republican prosecutor appointed by Bush,
3. convicted by a jury of his peers,
4. sentenced by a Republican judge appointed by Bush,
5. appeal denied by 2 more Republican judges appointed by Bush.

Will Scooter have to come up with the $250M, or will that come from the $5MM legal fund where Presidential candidate Fred Thompson sits on the board?

Where was Bush's mercy when as TX governor he excecuted those with incompetent counsel, or the retarded, or those who were youthful offenders?

Where was Bush's mercy for the other 3000 who applied for commutation through the existing Justice Dept process?

Legal, yes.
Moral and ethical, no.

Time to resign.
The sooner the better for our great nation.

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Phil C., Madison, WI — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 01:23:10 GMT

Wow, some of the negative comments on here are absolutely astounding to me! One going so far as to say "Bush has always encouraged dissent." What? That's ridiculous. And the stories of Saddam Hussein smashing the skull of a baby on the floor because it may have had a foreign father was shown to be false, if I remember correctly. It was part of a misinformation campaign that led to the first Iraq war. The argument that Libby's punishment was harsh has been shown repeatedly to be false because it falls within the guidelines and there are other persons in prison sitting the same sentence. Also, as was shown clearly on the show tonight: the 'no underlying crime' argument was crap. Testimony shows that Libby is said to have leaked the name 8 full days before Armitage leaked the name. Not only that but obstruction of justice is a crime. And if Libby is 'throwing sand in the eye of the investigators' then he deserves to sit in prison because this was a big deal.

What blows me away about all this is how obvious it is that George Bush has few or completely lacking critical thinking skills. The number of individuals he killed in Texas without second thought was more than anyone else and he was never overcome with guilt and compassion for their families? It's only when it's someone he knows personally that suddenly he's interested in commuting his sentence so that 'his family doesn't have to suffer.' You know something that could have stopped his family from suffering? Had Libby told the truth. Gee, that's novel.

About the Iraq thing and the "shared opinion" that Saddam had WMD--it was pretty obvious at the time that it was cooked information. If one had any kind of critical thinking skills one would have seen quickly past the lies. The fact is that so much has come out as being INTENTIONALLY false in the buildup to the war that I find it hard to believe that anyone could still be defending George Bush at this point. And that's not even talking about Cheney who has stuck so closely to the pre-war talking points that you'd think he was still pounding the drums to invade in the first place.

Anyway to all the dissenters: the research on this show is actually really stellar. The people who you don't see do a very good job of making sure that the information that Keith presents is accurate. And while, certainly, I find the leading questions or opinion-laden questions amusing--Keith isn't wrong to reach the conclusions that he reaches most of the time.

I, like many Americans, are disgusted by the current tactics of this administration. I, like Keith, am disgusted by the conglomeration of power to one group of individuals who have no regard for anyone else. And I was pleased to watch this special comment--even as vitriolic as it seemed--because it was well-said, passionate and, well, accurate.

Thanks Keith (and the researchers on this show).

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Marianne in Tennessee — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 01:50:36 GMT

You have put into words exactly what has been on my mind and in my heart....I applaud you...and with your comments, I have become a fan...

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B. A. Buddusky — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 01:53:20 GMT

Countdown Editors,Moderators,Producers,MSNBC,and

the Man
Keith Olbermann.

Happy Fourth of July!

Thanks for your show and All the Hope,Humor,and
Truth it Brings to America

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Franklin Keene, Phelps, KY. — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 02:03:08 GMT

Mr. Olberman,

I find it amusing that you are ready to impeach or have our President and Vice to resign over one litle commutation. Where were the outcries of you and Nancy Pelosi when President Clinton commuted the sentences of sixty plus individuals in eight years compared to President Bush's six or seven? Where were you when President Clinton pardoned over a hundred law breakers on his last day in office? I see where Obama and another democratic candicate are on your side. I wonder how Hillary is going to respond when asked to compare her husband's commutations and pardons over an eight year period to President Bush's. The stand you and others are taking is hypocrisy! Hypocrisy! Hypocrisy. If you had torn into Clinton's record like you are Bush's concerning the commutations and pardons, Clinton would have had to resign.

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Mary Minnesota — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 02:07:59 GMT

Thank you Keith Olbermann! The arrogance of Bush and Cheney have reached new levels. Just when we thought we had seen it all, Mr Bush stoops even lower. I checked out fox noise the last few nights (as much as I could stand) and found little coverage of the Libby commutation. I guess it is just the "liberal left media" that covers all the news. Counting down til January '09...

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SL Chicago — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 02:13:33 GMT

Kathryn from Orange, CA.

I like your special comment better. If K.O. were remotely impartial his words would mean more. As it is, they are the sermon of a rabbid preacher to his impotent choir.

Would love to see the terror expert on again to discuss the "so called" bombs in London. This show is as bad as Rush's. "Here's my twist on the truth. Now let me find the one expert out of many that supports my view."

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Cmdr. Duncan, Los Angeles, CA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 02:15:49 GMT

Keith, you ROCK! Maybe this will be the thing (or a thing) that will really fire people up! Progressive forces need to all meet and frame the arguement simply and powerfully--and speak with one voice. They need to call it a "virutal pardon." Make this issue is easy to understand...juxtapose Bush's Libby commuting with the video of him saying he wanted to know who leaked the name and bring them to justice. Call the name leaking "teason," because that's what it was.
That underage black kid in Georga has spent 2 years in jail for giving oral sex to his girlfriend and Libby goes free--that is injustice every American can understand. GODSPEED!

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Mikyo — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 02:22:04 GMT

Finally, a Joseph Welch moment. Long overdue.

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b. t. paul sandy valley nevada — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 02:22:39 GMT

Keith what a beautiful comment.If you were playing baseball you would have hit for the cycle with your homerun being THE GRAND SALAMI keep on these clowns don't let them breath

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Wayne, M'town TN — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 02:25:13 GMT

Sarita & Kay Saxena, New York, New York (Sent Wednesday, July 04, 2007 6:41 AM)

"Good going, Mr. Olbermann, you were great, as always.

Look at the comments above. Those of us who agree with you, have done so civilly. Some of the comments have even been eloquent.

Yet, those who disagree with you, have shown deplorable, lamentable lack of fluency in the English language, resorting to cheap diatribes and vulgarities to be disparaging of you! How then, can any of us expect a modicum of intelligence and cogent thought from any of them? It is impossible. therefore, we should give it up.
"
Of course those who agree with him will write as nicely as they possibly can,they are afterall writing the equivalent of a fan letter.
No room for criticism of any sort in the Borg Collective.

Almost without exception these same fawning ciphers (not directed at you in particular since I haven't noticed your earlier posts) will rage and spew insults of the most vile sort when confronted by an opposing viewpoint.

"resorting to cheap diatribes and vulgarities "
"How then, can any of us expect a modicum of intelligence and cogent thought from any of them?"
"So, please do not let these mentally-decripit people "

Careful up there, the scenery can look nice from the saddle of a high horse, but if/when you fall it's a long way down.

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Linda, Reno, NV — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 02:26:15 GMT

Mr. Olbermann:

Thank you for your excellent commentary and your passion. We know Bush and Cheney will not do what is right, but we can wish.

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Kelly & Joey, CHICAGO, IL — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 02:29:37 GMT

Best Special Comment Yet!
We're glad to see so many positive reviews from Red-Staters....the tide has turned and Americans need to rise up-Country Before Party! Anything else is purely un-American.
To the naysayers, can't one of you come upwith a relevant point?

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Olivia Vlcek — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 03:04:34 GMT

After watching the video of this commentary, I was inspired to write to both of my state's U.S. senators. I urged them to impeach the president and the vice president. Everyone should do the same.
http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm
I have a life and a job so I can't spend all of my time being an activist, but the brave people who fought in our revolution sacrificed their normal lives to make something greater than themselves. Thank you so much Mr. Obermann for awaking in me the courage to become more politically active than I already was. I was once willing to let the Bush/Cheney administration play itself out. I am no longer. Every single day that Bush remains president, he is ruining our country. We need to impeach him before he can finish his term.

Your commentary was extremely eloquent. Thank you for being so clear. I am so glad you were allowed to say it. How tragic that anyone would think it was brave just to use your freedom of speech, yet it is true in this day and age.

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Olivia Vlcek, Seattle, WA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 03:05:50 GMT

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Loretta M., Washington Crossing, PA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 03:06:45 GMT

Dear Keith: WOW!!! Other than a great big thank you, there is nothing more to say....you said it all last night. Now if only the people in this country would listen up and demand both resignations of our so-called leaders. You were absolutely amazing, and I was truly proud of you and almost proud to be an American again after hearing your commentary. My husband and I were speechless after watching, and we made sure our children watched you also when they arrived home today to celebrate the 4th of July....you know...the holiday that reminds us of why we're all here in the first place. It's time for us REAL AMERICANS to stand up and get our country back. King George was over-thrown 231 years ago...wasn't he??? Thank you for taking a stand...now it's up to all of us truly concerned Americans to get on the band wagon.

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Michael, Philadelphia, PA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 03:17:21 GMT

Thank you Keith for being our voice. At a time when our vote doesn't count -or isn't being counted- and our reps and senators refuse to enact the will of the people, you provide hope and direction for the millions that cannot be heard.

P.S. Please refrain from calling Dick Cheney anything other than "Bunkerman." He hid during the Vietnam War ... he hid during Bush 41's tenure ... he hid when the twin towers were attacked ... and he continues to hide behind a convoy of sychophants and spin-meisters. As the exemplary coward, he should only be known as Bunkerman.

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michelle — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 03:26:15 GMT

Hi I just sent a comment but wish to not post my last name. Is it possible to remove before posting my comment?

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KB, Denver, CO — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 03:43:39 GMT

Once more we see, hear and read an example of why Keith Olberman daily earns the singular distinction of using Mr. Morrow's sign off. A true American.

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Miles Dean, San Diego, CA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 03:54:09 GMT

You, sir, are ON FIRE!! Keep it up!

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Elizabeth and Olive Hinnant - Concord, NC — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 03:55:36 GMT

Keith - My Mother, a proud Veteran, and I applaude you and YOUR courage. We're so VERY glad that you make such excellent use of your opportunity to speak your mind - and we GREATLY appreciate that mind and your words and passion. We hope our support and that of so many other patriots will encourage you.

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Bill White — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 03:57:10 GMT

No one, not a single soul, has yet to speak this so needed message. Consider it said. Bravo, Keith. You truly do shine.

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Cristóbal Palmer, Carrboro, NC — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 04:06:52 GMT

Thank you for your special comment. I blogged a link to it yesterday. The parallels to Nixon are so striking, especially when you remember that many of the current lot are holdovers from the Ford administration! I sincerely hope that you're right when you say that this move crystallizes Bush/Cheney's contempt for the rule of law in the public mind. The big question is now Congress. I hope and pray that the Republicans are able to suspend their partisanship long enough to recognize the damage they'll do if they continue to defend this president.

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 04:07:49 GMT

Wayne - In true form you are still STUCK ON STUPID also!!

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Julie, Mesa, AZ — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 04:30:24 GMT

I loved this so much that I stayed up to watch it a second time (and to make sure everyone I knew watched it). Keith, you took the words right out of the mouths of every American who isn't "drinking the Kool Aid." Today is Independance Day - Americans need to once again claim their independance from this dictator and his followers (or are they really the leaders?). Thank you just doesn't cover it and I can't say enough about how much you were dead on! Keep it coming, Keith!

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Rick Bodette, Flint, Michigan — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 04:36:05 GMT

Thank you for your bold and couragous comments on the Vice Pres., and his puppet Bush. It comforts me to know there is someone to keep an eye on these people and keep us informed of what's really going on! I pray you keep up the great work, and really look forward to each "Special Comment"

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e, so cal — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:08:20 GMT

We've lost our democracy. We have all bathed in its blood as the Bush Administration slit its jugular. THe commuting of Lying Libby's sentence is but one more slice in this death of a thousand cuts.

May god have mercy on us all. I hope we have the courage and fortitude to get our democracy back.

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M. Morgan, Memphis, TN — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:21:52 GMT

Thank you so very much for putting into words what I feel about the current state of our office of the presidency. I listen to your commentary several times and each time I was moved to tears. I, like so many Americans who love our country, am sick and damn tired of the absolute disdain this administration has for the underlying principals that has made this country what it is. There are times when thank you is not enough and this is one of those times. With all that I am, thank you.

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Yvonne — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:21:54 GMT

I agree with everything that you said and I am so happy that we have a man like you standup and speak the truth. We are in trouble with these evil people in high places. I have always though they were dictators and it is true. If we had some of the republicans in congress OUT we may be able to get a break. God Help Us! and may God continue to Bless you.

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:28:27 GMT

30yearnavyguy/ about to retire (Sent Wednesday, July 04, 2007 6:03 PM)

First of all you “whoever you are”, I personally DID NOT use George W. Bush's alcoholism against him until two months ago, when some idiot insulted B A when he posted about a song. Alcoholism is a horrible disease, which affects families and causes many deaths. So, SHUT UP!!

I did indeed "lose it" two months back, and stated in that post, "up until this point I have never used George W. Bush's alcoholism against him..." for reasons just stated. Therefore, you must have NOT been reading very carefully, or have just begun reading here recently. You “newcomers” should really do some research before slinging insults!! However, after B A was insulted, I lost all ability to cut George W. Bush any slack whatsoever.

I am very familiar with the disease of alcoholism and have stated many times, albeit not here, that I was proud that both Senator Kennedy AND George W. Bush as it pertained to their “recovering alcoholic” status and got the help they needed. However, all I hear on this blog are insults directed at Senator Kennedy, again, via the “bububububu Defense”, who also suffers from this horrible disease. Senator Kennedy, like George W. Bush, is a recovering alcoholic.

Therefore, I ask you to NEVER attack me about alcoholism or my use of it as it pertains to George W. Bush. I spent six long years NEVER mentioning it, insulting him because of it, etc. However it was one of YOUR FRIENDS, i.e. a neo con hypocrite on this site, which indeed was responsible for my bringing up George W. Bush's drinking problem. While I take full responsibility, and I agree it should not be used to mock him, either should Senator Kennedy’s.

Go back and read past blogs, prior to looking like a ill-informed idiot!! Then feel free to come here and exercise your "Freedom of Speech", no matter how vile it is, this is indeed your right.

But BACK OFF ME regarding this issue - you are DEAD WRONG!!

Also, I PRAY DAILY, and have for nearly twelve years “for the alcoholic who is still suffering”, and my past and current prayers would George W. Bush. These prayers would also include Al Gore's son. DO YOU PRAY FOR ALL THOSE AFFECTEED, or who suffer from this horrible and tragic disease ? I didn't think so!!!!

PEACE!!

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:39:28 GMT

Franklin Keene, Phelps, KY. (Sent Wednesday, July 04, 2007 10:03 PM)

Ah, another brilliant scholar of the "bububububu Clinton Defense" - You, too, are STUCK ON STUPID!!

Do ANY of you have a brain? Can ANY of you defende George W. Bush without using the "bubububub Clinton Denfense? I didn't think so!!

GOOD NIGHT AND GOOD LUCK MR. STUCK ON STUPID!!

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Anne P.H.R., Greenfield, Indiana — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:39:39 GMT

If only our political leaders had the courage and eloquence with which you spoke. Thank you.

I believe an earlier comment suggested we pray for our leaders (like Ann Coulter does??) and I certainly intend to....pray that those in Congress will finally begin to listen to US (the American people, not American business) and pray that those in the White House will reread the New Testament!

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:41:21 GMT

Thanks for your show and All the Hope,Humor,and
Truth it Brings to America B. A. Buddusky (Sent Wednesday, July 04, 2007 9:53 PM)

B A - DITTO TO YOU SIR!! You are amazing, and these words are most fitting for you also!!

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:54:25 GMT

Keith, I now expect you to take the lead in getting MARC RICH pardoned.

Jim N. Yorba Linda, California (Sent Wednesday, July 04, 2007 3:53 PM)

Yet another "bubububububu Clinton Defense" STUCK ON STUPID" person!! All of you, collectively, "might" have ONE brain cell!!

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Christina, AUSTIN, TEXAS — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:56:03 GMT

I am impressed and delighted to see that MOST of those responding to Tuesday's commentary are not only passionate, but intelligent and see what is really going on with this administration. Bush and his cronies have managed to damage our credibility and have made us all look like idiots to the world.

This is a perception that most of us do not like and are tired of being represented by those who do not care how we are perceived. I, as an American want those around the world to see us as sincere, not savages. And then this administration makes us look like idiots to our own people with cover-ups, commutations and with a justice department that ignores justice.

As for the Bill Clinton remarks in prior comments on this page, he was targeted from day one. Bush was not! Clinton's lie about a sexual act is something millions of men and women lie through their teeth about every day. ( That includes the Holier Than Thou Christian Right ) I hardly find that comparable to the outrageous, blatant misuse of power that W and "Bird Shot" Cheney have used to manipulate everything sacred about being an American. They lied and continue to lie at the expense of their own people. Us! We! You and I! Americans!

You "Good Ol' Boys" used that manipulation on the world and worse, on your own people; just so that you could never be forgotten in the history books.

Let me assure you, you will be remembered. Just not favorably. History class will take on a whole new meaning with your so called Legacy. The Depression, the sixties, Vietnam...None will come close to being as disgraceful to this wonderful country than the FACT that you have used it as a playground and misused human lives, created injustice and tyranny for your own ego.

Oh yeah, Guantanamo Bay...That's something to be proud of Bush! Disgusting!

As a Texan, the Dixie Chicks said that they were ashamed Bush was from their state. Well, I'll be ashamed that they are all coming back to Texas!

Keith, you were dead on and I applaud you for being so truthful. It was eloquent and engaging. It reminded me that THE PEOPLE have the power!

You know sports and politics and I find nothing more sexy than that in a man. I need to marry a man like you! Know any?

Americans:

Don't just pray for change. VOTE FOR CHANGE! Voices be heard!

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:57:02 GMT

Joe and Valerie Wilson I may be poor but I am telling there is a couple bucks heading your way.
I am an American.
http://www.wilsonsupport.org/
B. A. Buddusky (Sent Tuesday, July 03, 2007 9:56 PM)

B A - I, too, don't have much spare money after college tuition for my twin daughters; however, when I read this, my "spare" money is headed to the Wilson's also!!

PEACE & THANK YOU B A!!

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Grandma Linda, SLC, Utah — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 06:00:56 GMT

Trevor Free --- my son is now in Iraq -- unfortunately, Bin Laden is in Afghanistan or perhaps Pakistan! Definitely NOT in Iraq -- so, if we're out to get Bin Laden, we're sure going about it in a strange way. But, we're not, of course; we're out to make the Middle East safe for Big Oil. I'm proud of my son, and especially today, the 4th of July, for his willingness to serve his country, but he and his buddies ask over and over "What are we here for??" I wish I had an answer for him. Thank you, Keith, for saying what I've felt for so long. The freedoms my son is fighting for are fast deteriorating under the increasingly intrusionist policies of Bush and Company. Please, we need to either bring him home, or send him where he can work on ending the reign of the terrorists who attacked us in the first place: Bin Laden and his crew.

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Theresa Candelaria, Philadelphia, PA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 06:15:11 GMT

Thanks, Keith!

This week in Philly I expected to feel moved only by James Earl Jones' reading of the Declaration of Independence.

I think you may have stolen some of his thunder.

By the way, is there any way to check on the amount of postings in support of you?

What great cojones you have!

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 06:15:42 GMT

I have been wearing my PINK IMPEACH BUSH AND CHENEY tank top for over a year now! I get so many that say they love my shirts!
Brenda Deltona FL (Sent Wednesday, July 04, 2007 11:01 AM)

You go girl!! Keep wearing it!!

PEACE!!

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Ben K. from AB, Canada — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 07:53:50 GMT

Clinton pardoned many people yes. Look at the historical pardons of past presidents... Clinton's numbers look tiny in comparison. If Clinton's pardon of Rich was suspect... then so be it. Go after him for it.

You can bring up indiscretions of past 43 presidents if you wish...but in the meantime... it compares to nothing like pardoning a MEMBER OF HIS OWN ADMINISTRATION CONVICTED FOR LYING TO COVER UP OTHER CRIMES OF THAT VERY ADMINISTRATION! That's the whole point... who watches the watchmen? How can you sit idly by and watch the administration spin and lie and spin and lie and just buy it hook, line & sinker? They cut a deal with Libby to be the fall guy and guaranteed he'd get off easy... its the only explanation because Libby hadn't even exhausted his appeal processes yet. Libby didn't even ASK for the commutation. He knew it was coming. Bush knew he had to do it. You can bet a last-day-of-office pardon will be in the cards on top of that based on Bush's non-committal stance on the issue. At least he's loyal to his own cronies... now how about America?

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Wayne, M'town TN — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 08:15:11 GMT

"Wayne - In true form you are still STUCK ON STUPID also!!
Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California
"
Determined to prove my point for me I see. Get a grip.
Your "eloquence" could use a little polishing up.

And will someone remind these people that the Governors of Texas do not have the power to commute nor Pardon anyone. Texas law has barred Governors from that power since around 1934. Bush didn't execute anyone the State of Texas did.

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Jack Jensen, Tampa, FL — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 09:07:29 GMT

Well said. And add one more thing which I haven't heard you comment on, at least lately: Bush's Presidential Signing Statements, wherein he doesn't veto a bill, but merely says that he doesn't have to obey it. Just what the founding fathers intended!

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Todd, New Orleans, LA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 09:29:39 GMT

CONGRESS - DO YOU IDIOTS GET IT YET? IMPEACH BUSH-CHENEY-GONZALES NOW! You thought I was kidding when I told you We The People were angry, didn't you? You can run from Our Collective Justice, but you cannot hide. And Mitch McConnell? You better stand aside if you know what is good for you sport. You obstructionist fascist enablers in the Senate will pay the price if you keep supporting these criminals who highjacked the Executive Branch. Don't believe me? Look at the quantity and content of these comments again and weep in despair at how badly YOU, Senators, screwed up. And that goes for you too, Nancy "Impeachment's off the table/I'm on the take" Pelosi. The House and the Democratic leaders are not totally innocent here. You have been fighting like sissies since you won the House. IMPEACHMENT, you pansies, get it? Save the Constitution, the Country and possibly your own worthless hides . . . oh, and DO THE JOB OF PROTECTING THE CONSTITUTION YOU ARE PAID AND SWORN TO PROTECT AND UPHOLD. Jerkwads.

KO - Holy crap, Keith! Over 4 times the normal response and overwhelmingly positive. You are a Great American. Keep on keeping on!

Keith's Detractors - Sucks to loose, don't it? Get used to it. Comparing the groundswell of support this Special Comment generated and the QUALITY of said posts compared to the very limited quantity and poor quality gibberish the Kool-Aid Krew has offered in defense (which has resoundingly been personal attacks telling KO to go back to sports - weak, my cats could do better), you Neocon enablers are doomed. Doomed as in "can you smell the coming pogrom?"

Sue, WI - Wolfowitz's days are numbered no matter where he is. When PNAC is throughly investigated and exposed, as it will be, Paul Wolfowitz will be hung as a war criminal and a traitor. That or one of our brave soldiers he put in harms way for his and Bush Co.'s oil profits will come home and take care of old Paulie. The Marine Corp. trains the best snipers in the world. If the courts don't get him, there is a Journey song in Wolfowitz's future. I'd lay money on it if Vegas was giving odds. Bada bing! After all, live like a gangsta, die like a gangsta.

Linda, Pittsburgh - "When the Republicans clean out their stinking house, people like KO will stop criticizing them. And when the Democrats grow a spine, KO will stop criticizing them." Linda is cutting through to the truth. That about sums it up. Any questions, Bush apologists? How about you, Nancy Pelosi? Harry Reid? Hmm?

Kathryn Brunner, Orange, California and Colleen Lynch, Bridgeport, CT - You ladies are idiots. Don't go out of the house without a minder. A leash might even be a good idea to keep you from wandering in front of traffic. You back a criminal. You know . . . fraud, violating the Separation of Powers, suspending habeas corpus, illegal wiretaps, torture, you know, CRIMINALS. Your opinions are meaningless. And just because you can read the Constitution doesn't mean you understand it. IT ISN'T ABOUT THE COMMUTATION OR THE PARDON, IT'S ABOUT ABUSE OF PROCESS, MORON. Sick of vitriol? Get used to it. It is what you deserve for backing the Chimp Who Would Be King. Now why don't you two spoiled, rich, obnoxious Orange Co./CT cows go back to shopping and leave the politics to the adults. After all, that is what your beloved Neocon King told you to do after 9/11, right? Go shopping? God gave you two ears, two eyes and only one mouth for a reason . . . get with the program.

Pam - No wonder we get along. I see by your last postings timestamps that you too must suffer a little insomnia. But we insomniacs know the truth - it's nice and quiet - the perfect time to get things done. lol

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Todd, New Orleans, LA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 09:55:32 GMT

Still don't think Iraq is a fascist oil grab? Read this little Freudian slip by the Australian Defence Minister:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/australia/story/0,,2119110,00.html

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Todd, New Orleans, LA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 10:07:24 GMT

MSNBC - YOU SUCK. You took KO's special comment off the main page not even 24 hours after it was made and put a Hardball segment designed to make it look like blogger response was 50/50 for the Bush letting Libby go. It's not even in the Hardblogger format. It's a slide show! TOTAL BULLSHIT across all the blogs I have read. Most people want Bush and Cheney impeached. Some want them shot as a traitors. Hardball. What a crock. Matthews is a Neocon puppet and an annoying hack. While we are at it, how about the fact that the blog links at the bottom of the main page have not been changed since the "The Plot Thins" story? Hm? Did you get a call from Dick? Don't want too many people to realize that revolution is coming one way or another, do you? If you were smart, you'd double KO's budget. Want to be the most trusted name in news? Be the first AS AN ORGANIZATION to call for impeachment. Or continue to be ass kissers. Your choice.

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Mary Jane Marsh, Bay St. Louis, MS — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 10:57:10 GMT

I agree. In case Speaker of the House missed your commentary, maybe you should email her a copy and cc Mr. Bush and Mr. Cheney on that email. Since I don't consider them my President and Vice President. Believe me I didn't vote for them. What will it take for this congress to do something. Hurricane Katrina completely wiped out our town. I'm not worried about terrorists coming here. The administration doesn't even know we exist. Keep it coming.

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Rich Purzner, Egg harbor Twp, NJ — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 11:45:38 GMT

Your commentary on Bush & Cheney spoke the truth how most americans feel about the Bush, Cheney regimine in office. Our political leaders are ignoring their duty to enforce the duties that they took the oath for. As for Pelosi, she should read the " oath of office" she took, cause she surely has to remember she said she would "defend, protect & preserve the constuition of the United State of America". When is Pelosi & co. gonna started doing that. Stand up America & call pelosi's office or your senator & DEMAND action against these criminals in office!!!!

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Pablo, USA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 11:57:04 GMT

Keith .. GET OVER IT!!!

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LA, Seattle — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 12:28:47 GMT

I love reading some of these comments about the fact that "Well Clinton pardoned this person and that person..." What these bozos fail to realize is that this is not just the fact that he commuted the sentence of one of his own cronies convicted of perjury and obstruction of justice to save his and his Vice President's skin, it is the pile of sh** he and his administration have piled up since 2001. Jack Abramhoffs and the Tom Delays and the fact that Big Oil was allowed to make energy policy, ignoring global warming, allowing and encouraging torture, spying on innocent citizens, and the most important, THE LIES TO GET US INTO WAR AND THEN THE TOTAL MISMANAGEMENT OF IT AFTER AND BEING RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DEATHS OF OVER 3500 BRAVE AMERICANS.

These "Bushies" here on this blog are the very same ones that were screaming IMPEACHMENT for Pres. Clinton lying about an extramarital affair , which, if I remember correctly, had no affect whatsoever on anyone's day-to-day life. Yet, these ignoramouses don't have any problem with an Administration that lied and caused the death of our brave men and women in uniform and tens of thousands of Iraqis.

Did ANY of you really listen to the first part of Keith's comment? The entire country supported this President after 9/11. We were united as one for a common goal - get the people who attacked us. This President took that support and stomped on it and spit on it the and abused it time and time again taking away civil rights and ignoring the Geneva Convention and lying about why we were going into war.

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DCohn,Clevleland,OH — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 12:40:09 GMT

Hey Pam, where can I get one of those tanks? Let me know. To all my friends at this website, I applaud all your wonderful comments, well wishes, beautiful spirit and class you bring here. ******THOSE THAT HAVE A HARD TIME WITH KEITH OLBERMANN, WHO BULLY PEOPLE ON THIS SITE FOR NO GOOD REASON AND WRITE JUST TO SEE THERE NAME IN BLACK AND WHITE, PLEASE RETHINK YOUR COMMENTS OR KINDLY STEP OFF THE SITE, NO ONE IS LOOKING FOR A FIGHT, HITTING BELOW THE BELT, OR MEAN BANTER. TO DEBATE POLITELY AND APPROPRIATELY IS FINE, TO DEMORALIZE IS RUDE. PEACE DENISE!

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DCohn,Clevleland,OH — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 12:40:40 GMT

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Larry Handel, Annapolis, MD — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:00:02 GMT

Please add my name to the list of Americans that have finally found public exposure for our feelings. Really, great job Keith. Now, the real problem. Given that you have people in power for whom the normal rules do not apply and who will never voluntarily acknowledge dissent, let alone resign, what next? It has to be more than "write your congressman." My congressman is Wayne Gilchrest, a Republican and patriot of the highest order. He's tried- at his own political expense I might add- and still nothing has happened. Given that you're fighting a fantic for whom democracy is not a system, but a nuisance, I say again, what now? Impeachment, it would seem, is the only answer, for both Bush and, if the recently created fourth level of government allows, Cheney, but which impeachment organization has the clout to make something happen.

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MK, Indianapolis — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:10:50 GMT

Pam, I knew I liked you but now I know why. Just sign me, MK, married to a "friend of Bill".

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Larry Charleston, SC — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:22:36 GMT

To Mr Bush, Thank you sir for being the most courageous president this nation has ever seen. Your perserverance in the War on terror has been a blessing. Mr. Wison and Valerie Plame are democrat political hacks who have done nothing for this country. Joe Wilson lied about who sent him to Niger and for what purpose. Valerie lied about her status with the CIA. Enough said about these phonies. I hope the democrats stick to their guns about sentencing and demand major jail time for Al Gore III. His continued drug use and thumbing his nose at the law demands still penalties. Unfortunately like the Kennedy's continued drug, rape, and murder histories, they think they are above the law. 20 years hard labor would be appropriate to teach a lesson.
( If my dad was Al Gore I'd have probably been on drugs too) LOL

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John, Phila — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:29:34 GMT

Let's get on to some real news, Al Gore III is a drug addict and needs to be incarcerated for life. Keep this scum off of our streets.

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Pablo, USA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:30:13 GMT

I vote for Keith to resign for being an idiot !

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Brenda Deltona FL — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:32:47 GMT

30yearnavyguy/ about to retire (Sent Wednesday, July 04, 2007 6:03 PM)

As a 30yearnavyguy, I can bet you had your times too while serving where out with the guys doing your drinking too!
You're going to say this because it was his kid??? OKAY, we'll go there.. we have Bushy Jr. who has done that, His two girls are wild spoiled rotten brats that have had pictures of them and their drunkenness all over the world. Jebbys daughter has been to court on numerous occassions for drug abuse! George Bush Jr. has had DUI's his wife Laura Bush also was in an accident that killed a person!
I won't let Bill Nelsons Son go EITHER Nor, Al Gores you know why?! I will not just have a one sided party affiliation be considered here! What is going on in this country has to do with all of us. What I see is obvious that none of the Parents of these people are in court with them! Nobody is perfect! I have never talked and brought up this kind of thing because of that reason!

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Jim Pankey, USN (Ret.) — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:33:06 GMT

I can't believe the 'stuck on stupid' people who still think Bush is being picked on, that the administration is a straight as an arrow, and that Bin Laden is in Iraq! Go Keith! Now to have Congress follow up!!!

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C A, Tuscaloosa, AL — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:34:34 GMT

Pablo, USA: After reading all the posts above I have a deal for you. Here it is. If those on the right can get over Bill Clinton then we'll get over Bush commuting Libby's jail time, and we might even get Keith to "get over it" as you have requested. Deal? No, oh well, I tried. Don't worry follow bloggers. I wouldn't hold you to such a deal, and the deal I just stated was made with complete confidence that those on the right will never be able to get over Clinton. Not because he messed with an intern or lied about having an affair or even because he pardoned people (at the end of his Presidency I might add). But because he was far better President then anyone those on the right could offer up after he left office and anytime in the near future. It's a jealously thing. As for those on the right I am so amazed how much they obviusly do not like Clinton while at the same time supporting a President that is handing over the next Presidency to he Dems and most likely another Clinton. So Pablo, when Ms. Clinton becomes your next President don't defend your dislike for her by stating "I didn't vote for her", when in fact you have voted for her by way of supporting a Presdient (GW) who is assuring the Dems leading candidate the 2008 election.

For those supporting Bush and this administration it matters not what you post supporting or defending this administratrion, or attacking or disgreeing with those in here who are against this administration including Keith. The fact is Bush and this administration are going down whether you like it or not. And if they are not taken down now as many wish would happen then it certainly will occur in 2008. And they are taking the republican party down into ther abyss with them.

A word of caution for those wishing to have a Dem elected in 2008. Maintain your vigilance with the Dem President, stay active and demand the fair, honest and trustworthy leadership that Bush was incapable of providing. Otherwise the tables might be turned 4 years after the 2008 election.

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Cindi Nelson, New Orleans, Louisiana — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:45:52 GMT

Go, Kieth, Go !!!! As usual you are right on the money, your commentaries are well researched and technically accurate. This was a perfect commentary for the 4th of July. However, I think we are stuck with Bubba, he dosen't even have the shred a dignity Nixon had when he resigned. Bubba will go down as the worst President in history. Why are there so many blind, uninformed Republican's and Democrat's out there? There is a famous quote which applies here, "Everyone is entitled to an opinion, an informed opinion" YOu have proven this to be true one cannot form an opinion without looking at both sides of an issue. You consistently do so, keep up the great work!!!!

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Brenda Deltona FL — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:48:08 GMT

John Doe, Seattle, WA (Sent Wednesday, July 04, 2007 12:56 AM)
What is it with you right wingers and others sexual habits? My guess it's because who would want to have sex with people that think like you do..the frustration and jealousy must be horrible!

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Larry , Charleston, SC — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:50:24 GMT

Just read the useless diatribe by Keith O , filled with many untruths. For one, This President did receive the majority of the votes in 2004.A little research would help before embarassing yourself. Wannabe journalist need not apply, go back to the last job from whence you were fired for being useless.

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Brenda Deltona FL — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:55:23 GMT

Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California (Sent Thursday, July 05, 2007 1:28 AM)

The navy guy got to me too! I hate dirt throwing, but he and the guy in WA both got to me. I am at least willing to be fair on the issue of DUI's and stuff, but I still don't get why Republicans have such an interest in everyone elses sexual lives, except the possibilities they don't get any!
Sue, I guess there are just some times when we can't help ourselves. :( but I still didn't call them any names as they always do!

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buzz — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:55:23 GMT

Extremely well said. Now, what can be done to get this statement publicized in it's entirety in all possible places? It needs to be where EVERYONE can hear/read it, not just the folks watching MSNBC the other night. (Kool-Aid drinking 'me-firsters' need not reply)

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JoAnn Sunkett — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:07:16 GMT

Thank you. Thank you sir for daring to say what is on so many of our minds so eloquently.

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MJS Jacksonport, WI — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:07:45 GMT

I was so pleased to listen to your Special Comment calling on the President to do the right thing. Unfortunately, that action would require knowing what the difference is between right and wrong.
I never thought that we would have to again go through what President Ford so perfectly described as our "long national nightmare".

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Buzz-(not the one from Solvang, CA) — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:08:36 GMT

Interesting attempts at rebuttal on this thread. How abut this- the content of the special comment gets posted nation-wide on/in all the media outlets. After the nation has had a few days to digest it, a poll is taken, basically asking if Keith is a leftist cry-baby or Keith is a true stand-up American . Anyone want to bet on the outcome? Anyone??

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Carol Vail, Oaklyn, NJ — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:12:07 GMT

In a word, AWESOME! Now how do WE THE PEOPLE get the ball rolling - or try to get Congress to do so?

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Todd, New Orleans, LA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:15:03 GMT

RE: MSNBC - YOU SUCK. - I see you remedied taking the link off the main page problem, you just buried it toward the bottom. I suppose that is compromise of sort, corporate lackeys.

I know you flunkies responsible for this are a little oxygen deprived from having your head up some division director or VP's butt all day, so I'll say it again.

Do you want to be the most trusted name in news?

A simple yes or no will suffice.

If yes, then start as an organization calling for the impeachment of Dick, George and 'Berto.

If you do this, in 5 years, MSNBC will be a platinum standard of journalistic integrity. You'd be able to give the NYT and the WSJ the what for. You get the silver right now and that is only because of Countdown.

So what is it going to be?

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Larry Charleston, SC — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:21:05 GMT

Unfortunately Buzz, of the 500 post here 389 are from Pam. So of all the people who watched Keith, I figure it was around 120 or so. It's ashamed that his ratings are so low , maybe the rest of the world don't but his bs. Anyway, keep up the good work - conservativism beats liberalsm every time. Look out for Hillary becoming the next "compassionate conservative". If she shows her true colors she will be beaten every time.

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Todd, New Orleans, LA — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:23:43 GMT

Larry, SC - Awwww, look at the monarchist fascist traitor whine. Want some cheese with that, Oh Wannabe Kingmaker? Shut up and crawl back under your rock, traitorous pig. In case this thread didn't prove it to you, you and your ilk are WAY outnumbered.

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Larry Charleston, SC — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:24:34 GMT

CA, I don't believe Hillary will win as a liberal. Her only chance of winning is to do what all liberals do, become conservative for the election. If she says who she really is , she's done. Her penchant for distorting the truth allows her to become someone she herself couldn't vote for. It's our job to keep the public informed on the true Hillary.. stay tuned !

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rick, chicago — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:29:31 GMT

brilliant? moved me to tears? excellent? well said?

WOW!!

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:35:42 GMT

Denise - It's early, but what tank? LOL!! Please refresh my memory. I've beem so angry and disgusted since the commuting of the "Sentence"!!

Brenda - Rock on friend - keep wearing that shirt, and yes, I will NOT tolerate those on the right who continue to use the "bubububu STUCK ON STUPID Clinton Defense."

C A - You nailed it friend, as they were out to get Bill Clinton from day ONE!! I am amazed this man of brilliance was able to maintain composure with the relentless attacks prior, during and post his Administration!! It took FIFTEEN YEARS before he sailed into that FOX NOISE idiot several months back. I stood up and cheered for him, then found the interview online and DVD’d it!! You could not be more right on target.

MK, Indianapolis - Right on!! Keep the faith, and my prayers of the last twelve years have also included your husband, and George W. Bush and Senator Kennedy and Al Gore, III. God Bless!! - Your new "friend of Bill's"!!

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:39:08 GMT

Todd - LOL indeed!! I try to sleep, but I'm lucky if I can fall asleep by 1:00AM!!

Here's to you my fellow insomniac!!

PEACE!!

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LA, Seattle — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:40:51 GMT

To Larry: I read your post and I think I am going to be sick. It takes a lot of courage to have Daddy help you avoid going to war to work on political campaigns and then sending thousands of brave Americans to their death for an unjustified war. What exactly IS your definition of COURAGE?

To John in Philly: "Al Gore III is a drug addict and needs to be incarcerated for life. Keep this scum off of our streets." How about putting him in a cell with Rush L., ALSO A DRUG ADDICT.

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C A, Tuscaloosa, Al — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:45:17 GMT

LA, Seattle: "The entire country supported this President after 911". We have mentioned this before on this Blog and at times in response to those who accuse many in here of having always been Bush haters. And with Keith repeating the comment above I'll repeat a summary of a previous response. I, as well as most on this Blog, were in that group that wanted to rally around our President and who vowed to give him and our country full support when the 911 tragedy occurred. "We" the American people awarded Bush that golden staff of leadership and the 911 tragedy provided him the oppotunity to become one of this country's greatest Presidents. Such events and/or opportunities do not come often to those who hold the office of President. They are few and far between. But they do occur from time to time as with Washington (our fight for Indpendence), Lincoln (maintaining the Union via a Civil war)and Roosevelt (WWII). Such events challenge great men and great men respond with a steadfast confidence, trust and appreciation in those who will follow their leadership. Unfortunately in addition to the tragic loss of life due to the 911 attacks another tragedy took place as a result of this incident. Full support was given to a President who was not up to the task. A President who possesses a character flaw that would not allow him to take advantage of that support pledged by the American people (including most who post in here). A Presdient who could not use that support wisely and honestly by establishing plans of action that would further incite and maintain this unusual opportunity to bond with his people, and to face the challenges ahead of us with full confidence between those of us wishing to be led and he who was asked to provide the leadership. Great men, great leaders do not have to be intellectually above those being led, but they do have to possess a sense of right and wrong and the ability to maintain integrity with those who place them in this leadership role. And for the rest of this President's life he will, he should, always be reminded of perhaps the two most tragic events in his life, the 911 attacks against this country and his place in history as a President who was incapable of using and maintaining the full support of his people.

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Anonymous — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:46:59 GMT

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Mike Barrett — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:51:52 GMT

To the kool-aid drinkers:
Clinton never pardoned anyone who could have provided information to Congress leading to a probable impeachment. Bush did. This constitutes treason and as such he should be removed from office. Do I need to use crayons to make you more comfortable with the message.

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Larry Charleston, SC — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:00:29 GMT

LA, it would have been better for "W" to head off to a communist country and protest against the war like many of your friends did. These are the same ones showing their ignorance today. In fact he did what many courageous people did and join the Air National Guard, a very honorable service. Maybe your buddy Dan Rather can invent a few documents that show otherwise. Maybe Dan can invent a few documents to show Hillary was indeed am amnesia patient during Whitewater. The fact is the bitterness for Mr Bush was way before the Iraq war, it began when he was duly elected over the voted fraud by AL GORE in Fla. Yes GET OVER IT. A less courageous man would have us bowing to Allah by now so to not offend the terrorist. Yes the Constitution gives the President the charge to protect the American , it is your choice if you want to opt out. It also gives him the right to pardon, so for all of you people worried about the trampling of this document - it is working just fine. Sit back, enjoy life, take a toke with AL III, everything will be ok. Rudy will do a fine job ! LOL

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Schecky Sholgner, Sun Valley Idaho — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:01:54 GMT

YAAAY I'm home, YAAAY home a last, I have finaly found my peep's I just love it here with the rest of the retired crash test dummys. Our God is Keith and we worship him here at the church of Olbermann......just read our posts......YAAAAAAY.

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C A, Tuscaloosa, Al — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:07:48 GMT

Larry: Hillary does not have to do anything to be elected. If she were forced to play the games you mention of flip-flopping to the left and then to the right and then back towards the middle prior to election you may be right. She would have a diffuclt time. But like I said, she has to do nothing. You must see Larry that Bush is handing Hillary this election, literally. Instead of just standing back and doing his thing, not making any major decisions or blunders ( ex. - pardoning Libby whether right or wrong), and shutting his mouth until his term expires, he continues to make stupid after stupid after stupid decisions and errors that are used to add to Hillary's "for President Float" like fresh roses on a Rose Parade Float. So Larry, by supporting Bush you and others are in fact on the float building team for Hillary Clinton.

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Sondra Armer, Croton-on-Hudson, NY — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:11:26 GMT

Please forgive my partial plagiarism of your inspiring special comment. Charles Schumer sent this petition:
George Bush has commuted the sentence of Scooter Libby and wiped away two and a half years of prison time with the stroke of his pen. President Bush is willfully ignoring Libby’s felony conviction, ignoring the jury’s guilty verdict, and ignoring the rule of law. Our nation deserves better. Tell George Bush: I’m appalled by your actions. No man is above the law.

Those signing were invited to add a comment. I always add comments to petitions so that the recipients know that they're not just automated responses. Unabashedly stealing from a transcript of your comment, I wrote to Mr.(not President!)Bush: "You have subverted the Constitution to suppress dissent again. You consistently slander your critics and libel your opponents. You allowed, possibly authorized, Mr. Libby, to defame Ambassador Joseph Wilson, and lie to Grand Juries and Special Counsel and before a court, in order to protect Mr. Cheney and yourself with your guarantee that Libby would never see prison. Therefore you are an accessory… to the obstruction of justice. You and Mr. Cheney should resign. If not, I will support those who seek to impeach you." I am a writer by trade, but I couldn't say what you said any better!

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C A, Tuscaloosa, Al — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:12:42 GMT

John-Phila: You are truly a sick person.

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mad in Madtown, Madison, WI — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:12:47 GMT

buzz: I have been listening to MSNBC for most of this morning. All I have heard is the same old "news" that has been hashed and rehashed, eaten and regurgitated way too many times over the past many days. If MSNBC won't even mention Keith's 7/3/07 statement, how do we get anyone else to publicize it? I'm sending a copy of the statement to our local paper, asking that it be published editorally. We can all sit here at our computers and agree with Keith, but, a proactive approach to ridding us of the sewer in the White House is what is going to really make a difference. Where do I get one of those pink impeachment tank tops?! Thank you, Mr. Olbermann.

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Barry Considine — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:18:30 GMT

Echoes of what bloggers have been saying for a while. Once again Mr. Olbermann hit the nail on the head. Despite what the right might think I feel network news isn't doing enough on the laws being broken by this administration. The Washington Post just did four parts on the corruption that is Dick Cheney. There are so many people that go back to thee Nixon Administration is this game, I feel like this is an Ali/Frazier rematch. Only this time they have been careful to hijack the Justice Dept. first. After all the two things the right has been fuming about are Roe -v- Wade and the Supreme Court telling Nixon he had to turn over the tapes.

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Christine O'Meally, Wauwatosa, WI — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:20:31 GMT

Honestly, the Republican comeback is always some form of "Oh yeah? What about Clinton? Huh? HUH? ClintonClintonClinton!" It's ridiculous. We're not talking about him right now. That was then, this is now.

Keith, your commentary was brilliant. I think Cheney should be the one to go because the idea of him being one irregular heartbeat away from the presidency terrifies me, although I can just see Bush putting in a GOP candidate (Romney?) who will then surely get the nomination. And Bush is pretty much a non-entity without Cheney there. It would be a White House of empty suits.

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Buzz a.k.a.- '"Where's Jerry today??" Buzzy — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:21:22 GMT

Mike Barrett- right on, bruddah.
LA Seattle, just think- if you lock up a druggie like Al The Third with a douche-bag like Rush, in a few years he could emerge to be real solid two-term presidential material! All he'd need is a puppet master with his hand up his pooper.
rick, chicago- yes on all four.

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Larry Charleston, SC — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:21:41 GMT

Hey Mad, the paper in Madison is a good place to start. Breeding ground for liberalism and looniness. I think you can get the pink tank top on Keith's website, he's modeling it and he sure is cute. Manley man is he

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John, Phila — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:24:46 GMT

ca, I didn't think you guys were really for law and justice. Al Gore III needs to go to jail. If he were black he would have already been convicted and sentenced. You can't have it both ways. very hipicritical

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Jodee, Cortland, NY — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:28:10 GMT

Keith, I left a fireworks viewing show at my cousin's house early to listen to your special comment. Once again, I was not disappointed. You spoke the truth with fiery passion and anger. I stood up and cheered when it was all over! :) I even convinced my mother-a dedicated Dubya hater too- to listen in as well and she agreed 110% with what you said. When I was 3, I remember Mom calling Nixon a dumbsh** when he said "I'm not a crook!" She and my beloved Grandpa said Nixon was the worst President the US of A ever had. After 6 1/2 years of Dubya trashing the CONSTITUTION, fawning to his CRONIES, ignoring the WILL OF THE PEOPLE and so on and so on and scooby dooby-dooby, WHEN CAN THESE TWO BE IMPEACHED????????
Keith, YOU ROCK! Keep up the good work! Peace! :)

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Pam Bignardi, San Pedro, California — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:29:26 GMT

L A Seattle - Right On!! Also, we should ALL pray for those affected with the disease of alcoholism and drug addiction.

Larry- SC - LEARN TO COUNT!! You indeed are the President of the "BUBUBUBU STUCK ON STUPID CLINTON DID IT DEFENSE" CLUB. Your "little buddy from NEVADA, a.k.a. "Scott" is the Vice President!!

Both of you are traitors!!

Todd – Rock on “brother”!!

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LA, Seattle — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 15:29:37 GMT

Larry: And how many wars have YOU served in, SIR? I would like to inform you, SIR, that my husband is now in Iraq, SIR, and my son is also in the military, SIR, and my nephew is heading over there soon, SIR. If there are any part of the population that deserves a better leader it is my family and those like me. This COWARD GWB and all of his administration have made political pawns out of our brave soldiers. He and his administration alone are responsible for all deaths and injuries in the Iraq war. If we were talking about President Gore, there would be 3500+ Americans still alive and 3500+ less grieving families, SIR!!!