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Fox News Crosses the Line
Target: Fox News Sunday Host Chris WallaceSponsored by: Media Matters
For news coverage to be "fair and balanced," there has to be a line separating news from political activism – a clear boundary between legitimate commentary and demagoguery.
Fox News Sunday host Chris Wallace repeatedly characterizes his network as "fair and balanced" – a source of news that should be taken seriously. However, several recent actions on Fox News illustrate that the network is contributing to a culture of conservative paranoia and anti-Obama political activism.
For example, since launching his Fox News show, Glenn Beck has engaged in increasingly outrageous rhetoric that promotes a culture of conservative paranoia – from imitating President Obama pouring gasoline onto the "average American" to mocking Obama's aunt's "limp."
If Wallace wants to continue to portray his network and influential Sunday show as a credible source of news, he owes it to his viewers to speak out publicly against Fox News' recent behavior. So please join us in asking Chris Wallace to publicly denounce Fox News' recent actions and repair the damage done to his network's credibility.
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# 17,120:
12:23 pm PDT, Apr 21,
Name not displayed, Washington
News should be fact based, not based on bias. Please report the facts... all of them, and represent a balanced news media.
News should be fact based, not based on bias. Please report the facts... all of them, and represent a balanced news media.
# 17,119:
10:08 am PDT, Apr 18,
Jeremy Patience, Utah
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5:26 pm PDT, Apr 17,
Caryn Kauffman, Massachusetts
Extreme rhetoric is dangerous--and you know it! And it is so irresponsible for you to even risk the possibility of any person being killed or maimed because someone or some group decides to take action based on your rhetoric. We certainly don't need any more losses, and particularly not this President, whatever you personally might think of him. How you manage to rationalize stirring up hatred, through lies and distortions to boot, is unfathomable to me.
Extreme rhetoric is dangerous--and you know it! And it is so irresponsible for you to even risk the possibility of any person being killed or maimed because someone or some group decides to take action based on your rhetoric. We certainly don't need any more losses, and particularly not this President, whatever you personally might think of him. How you manage to rationalize stirring up hatred, through lies and distortions to boot, is unfathomable to me.
# 17,117:
2:24 pm PDT, Apr 17,
Marissa Krashefski, New York
# 17,116:
10:41 am PDT, Apr 17,
Glenda Gilyard, Pennsylvania
Obviously it is offensive to hear any disrespectful criticism of President Obama especially since I'm a supporter. But I have several republican friends that did not vote for Obama but they're are mature and intelligent to respect him for who he is..."Our President" and for that alone he deserves our respect. Its not realistic to agree with Everthing! But give the Man a Cotton-Pickin' CHANCE, We had to give BUSH 8 years that can never be recovered, Its because of BUSH, that OBAMA walked into CHAOS. Republicans are just showing how immature and what SORE LOSERS they are by making these course jokes and inappropriate comments!!! But thank God OUR PRESIDENT HAS TOO MUCH INTELLIGENCE AND CLASS TO STOOP TO THEIR LEVEL!!!!!! Say what you want about Obama, He's proven he can't be shaken under pressure, and I love and respect him as MY PRESIDENT!!! Fox News should learn a lesson from President Obama on how to conduct themselves.
Obviously it is offensive to hear any disrespectful criticism of President Obama especially since I'm a supporter. But I have several republican friends that did not vote for Obama but they're are mature and intelligent to respect him for who he is..."Our President" and for that alone he deserves our respect. Its not realistic to agree with Everthing! But give the Man a Cotton-Pickin' CHANCE, We had to give BUSH 8 years that can never be recovered, Its because of BUSH, that OBAMA walked into CHAOS. Republicans are just showing how immature and what SORE LOSERS they are by making these course jokes and inappropriate comments!!! But thank God OUR PRESIDENT HAS TOO MUCH INTELLIGENCE AND CLASS TO STOOP TO THEIR LEVEL!!!!!! Say what you want about Obama, He's proven he can't be shaken under pressure, and I love and respect him as MY PRESIDENT!!! Fox News should learn a lesson from President Obama on how to conduct themselves.
# 17,115:
10:37 am PDT, Apr 17,
Jasmine Hall, Massachusetts
# 17,114:
10:32 am PDT, Apr 17,
Naomi Lazard, New York
Because these tirades that are broadcast now are stupid and demeaning and dangerous. They are also wrongheaded.
Because these tirades that are broadcast now are stupid and demeaning and dangerous. They are also wrongheaded.
# 17,113:
10:32 am PDT, Apr 17,
T. Desmond, South Carolina
When Dems lost in 2001, we had to "suck it up" and stand behind our Pres. Otherwise we were deemed unpatriotic, weak , poor losers, and a litany of other derogatory names. Now, GOP members are referred to as patriots, strong , anti-socialists. "Fair and balanced" --- I don't think so.
When Dems lost in 2001, we had to "suck it up" and stand behind our Pres. Otherwise we were deemed unpatriotic, weak , poor losers, and a litany of other derogatory names. Now, GOP members are referred to as patriots, strong , anti-socialists. "Fair and balanced" --- I don't think so.
# 17,112:
10:30 am PDT, Apr 17,
Colin Mullin, Texas
# 17,109:
10:27 am PDT, Apr 17,
Henry Gates, Florida
They seem to be taking a page or two from Rush Limbaugh book of attitudes. Instead of reporting news they are becoming more of a network of opinions. Most of them (opinions),are as right wing as you can get.
They seem to be taking a page or two from Rush Limbaugh book of attitudes. Instead of reporting news they are becoming more of a network of opinions. Most of them (opinions),are as right wing as you can get.
# 17,111:
10:27 am PDT, Apr 17,
William K Cox, Florida
Please ask FOX to establish a new policy to stop 'skewing-the-news'! Americans need honest reporting that lets them be aware of what is going on, not the tabloid type fare that Glenn Beck dishes out. Twisting and contorting the news only adds to the dumbing down of those willing to listen but unwilling to try and find the truth.
Please ask FOX to establish a new policy to stop 'skewing-the-news'! Americans need honest reporting that lets them be aware of what is going on, not the tabloid type fare that Glenn Beck dishes out. Twisting and contorting the news only adds to the dumbing down of those willing to listen but unwilling to try and find the truth.
# 17,107:
10:27 am PDT, Apr 17,
Gina Goodman Glassman, Pennsylvania
# 17,110:
10:26 am PDT, Apr 17,
Donald Ervin, Maryland
Fox news always takes the most negative approach to presenting the news. So conservative they would'nt even help their own family in tough times.
Fox news always takes the most negative approach to presenting the news. So conservative they would'nt even help their own family in tough times.
# 17,108:
10:25 am PDT, Apr 17,
Stephen Burton, Texas
You are a national network, received in many homes where people still think "news" programs are "fair & un-biased".
You are a national network, received in many homes where people still think "news" programs are "fair & un-biased".
# 17,106:
10:24 am PDT, Apr 17,
Kamal Hassan, Oregon
Fox news should get a real job in reporting the rael news that beneffit the public instead being the mouth piece of the neo-cons and AIPAC..
Fox news should get a real job in reporting the rael news that beneffit the public instead being the mouth piece of the neo-cons and AIPAC..
# 17,105:
10:24 am PDT, Apr 17,
Name not displayed, Kansas
# 17,104:
10:24 am PDT, Apr 17,
Name not displayed, Ohio
Simply drop "News" from any title or heading. Maybe add swastikas in its place.
Simply drop "News" from any title or heading. Maybe add swastikas in its place.
# 17,103:
10:23 am PDT, Apr 17,
Mary Conway, Illinois
# 17,102:
10:23 am PDT, Apr 17,
Amber B., Florida
While I respect the right to free speech, and free expression, the word "news" implies to all watching that the entity in question is providing needed information and is attempting to do so in a fair manner. Fox News is sensationalism much similar to any tabloid magazine or show currently available. Fox News is no longer journalism but entertainment that panders to a certain demographic cloaking themselves in the guise of "journalism". I choose not to watch, as do many, but honestly take the "News" off of Fox News and present the network as it shows itself, just another tabloid production.
While I respect the right to free speech, and free expression, the word "news" implies to all watching that the entity in question is providing needed information and is attempting to do so in a fair manner. Fox News is sensationalism much similar to any tabloid magazine or show currently available. Fox News is no longer journalism but entertainment that panders to a certain demographic cloaking themselves in the guise of "journalism". I choose not to watch, as do many, but honestly take the "News" off of Fox News and present the network as it shows itself, just another tabloid production.
# 17,101:
10:22 am PDT, Apr 17,
Donna Charter, Texas
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10:22 am PDT, Apr 17,
Deven Murti, Washington
Fair and balanced television media is critical for citizens to participate effectively in a democracy. Mr. Wallace, I'm sure you see what an important role you play and will embrace this change away from culturing your news programs. |
# 17,099:
10:21 am PDT, Apr 17,
Teresa Smith, Ohio
# 17,098:
10:20 am PDT, Apr 17,
Kimberly Tilley, Idaho
# 17,097:
10:20 am PDT, Apr 17,
Alison Klein, New Jersey
# 17,096:
10:17 am PDT, Apr 17,
Name not displayed, Washington
Fox News irresponsible rhetoric insites violence and racism. This is not a news network, it is a propaganda network. There is no such thing as a journalist or responsible reporting. Start with the sponsers. Organize.
Fox News irresponsible rhetoric insites violence and racism. This is not a news network, it is a propaganda network. There is no such thing as a journalist or responsible reporting. Start with the sponsers. Organize.
# 17,095:
10:17 am PDT, Apr 17,
Name not displayed, Washington
# 17,088:
10:17 am PDT, Apr 17,
Craig Dean, Florida
# 17,094:
10:17 am PDT, Apr 17,
Chantelle Loper, California
# 17,093:
10:17 am PDT, Apr 17,
Jennifer Tofel, New York
# 17,092:
10:16 am PDT, Apr 17,
Kulena Vondrachek, Oregon
I feel anyone claiming to be 'News', ought to represent news, in a subjective manner and not as entertainment as I have seen of many 'news' shows of late. I'm not interested in celebrities or who's doing well on the dance off/sing off..I feel news should tell the news..whats really happening and not what were watching for entertainment.
I feel anyone claiming to be 'News', ought to represent news, in a subjective manner and not as entertainment as I have seen of many 'news' shows of late. I'm not interested in celebrities or who's doing well on the dance off/sing off..I feel news should tell the news..whats really happening and not what were watching for entertainment.
# 17,091:
10:15 am PDT, Apr 17,
Justin Conley, North Carolina
Because so many people watch it and think it is true...
Because so many people watch it and think it is true...
# 17,090:
10:15 am PDT, Apr 17,
Joe Ridgeway, Indiana
Frightened irresponsible people do STUPID things. The TRUTH will set you free!
Frightened irresponsible people do STUPID things. The TRUTH will set you free!
# 17,089:
10:14 am PDT, Apr 17,
Shela Childs, Colorado
They need to show more value and morals to the public.
They need to show more value and morals to the public.
# 17,085:
10:13 am PDT, Apr 17,
Joe Fisher, North Carolina
The truth will always SET YOU FREE.
The truth will always SET YOU FREE.
# 17,087:
10:13 am PDT, Apr 17,
Stacey Dunleavy, New Jersey
Just plain sloppy journalism and editorializing masquerading as reporting.
Just plain sloppy journalism and editorializing masquerading as reporting.
# 17,086:
10:12 am PDT, Apr 17,
Name not displayed, Maryland
They are being serious radicals and actually with their actions and reporting inciting RIOTS in this sad time for America. They are trying and may succeed in promoting home grown terrorism! Shame on FOX NEWS!!!
They are being serious radicals and actually with their actions and reporting inciting RIOTS in this sad time for America. They are trying and may succeed in promoting home grown terrorism! Shame on FOX NEWS!!!
# 17,084:
10:10 am PDT, Apr 17,
Dan Klennert, Washington
Fox news is one news channel I do not watch because of them not being honest and responsible.
Fox news is one news channel I do not watch because of them not being honest and responsible.
# 17,083:
10:07 am PDT, Apr 17,
Patsy Duffin, California
# 17,079:
10:06 am PDT, Apr 17,
Sally Felix, California
# 17,077:
10:06 am PDT, Apr 17,
Paul Hesson, Colorado
Fair and Balanced?? No Spin?? The hyprocracy is beyond belief
Fair and Balanced?? No Spin?? The hyprocracy is beyond belief
# 17,082:
10:06 am PDT, Apr 17,
Jack Bender, Nevada
if fox wants to be a news show instead of an entertainment show like "E", they have to fire all of the clowns, billo, beck, gretta, ...
if fox wants to be a news show instead of an entertainment show like "E", they have to fire all of the clowns, billo, beck, gretta, ...
# 17,081:
10:06 am PDT, Apr 17,
Trina Patel, Idaho
# 17,080:
10:06 am PDT, Apr 17,
K. Schneider, New York
# 17,078:
10:05 am PDT, Apr 17,
Sarah Lowder, North Carolina
# 17,073:
10:04 am PDT, Apr 17,
Maryann Mancini, New York
# 17,075:
10:03 am PDT, Apr 17,
Name not displayed, South Carolina
What they say and what they do matters. The rhetoric coming from Fox News can actually lead to a supporter of the network killing people just because the person is different.
What they say and what they do matters. The rhetoric coming from Fox News can actually lead to a supporter of the network killing people just because the person is different.
# 17,076:
10:03 am PDT, Apr 17,
Thelma Nicholson, Pennsylvania
Mr. Wallace, I urge you to publicly denounce Fox News' recent actions.
Mr. Wallace, I urge you to publicly denounce Fox News' recent actions.
# 17,074:
10:03 am PDT, Apr 17,
Debra Yeager-Meeks, Colorado
For the sake of truth, justice, and needless stirring up of the American people around ignorance and false accusations. For the sake of a world built on the common good,and the common goal for all people. For the sake of equality for all people!
For the sake of truth, justice, and needless stirring up of the American people around ignorance and false accusations. For the sake of a world built on the common good,and the common goal for all people. For the sake of equality for all people!
# 17,070:
10:03 am PDT, Apr 17,
Mary Watt, Arizona
# 17,072:
10:02 am PDT, Apr 17,
Nicholas Pierotti, California
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10:00 am PDT, Apr 17,
Cathy Randall, California
I never watch FOX News for this very reason. Slanted perspectives that are feeding the fear frenzy that makes people afraid. A tactic that is common with conservative groups. For shame! |
# 17,069:
10:00 am PDT, Apr 17,
Judie D, Poland
# 17,068:
9:59 am PDT, Apr 17,
Name not displayed, New Hampshire
The men on that channel are sensational tabloid-like characters. I do not see them as reporters or journalists of any sort. They enflame hatred and prejudice in a time when we need unified strength in our country. I wish the advertisers would reconsider their contracts with Fox. What are they supporting. I think the leadership should consider a more professional choice in whom they choose to inform the nation. You can be sure that I skip to CNN or MSNBC or PBS to be informed in an accurate way. I find Fox's manner offensive.
The men on that channel are sensational tabloid-like characters. I do not see them as reporters or journalists of any sort. They enflame hatred and prejudice in a time when we need unified strength in our country. I wish the advertisers would reconsider their contracts with Fox. What are they supporting. I think the leadership should consider a more professional choice in whom they choose to inform the nation. You can be sure that I skip to CNN or MSNBC or PBS to be informed in an accurate way. I find Fox's manner offensive.
# 17,063:
9:58 am PDT, Apr 17,
Dhana Schaal, Tennessee
# 17,067:
9:57 am PDT, Apr 17,
Cathrine Nussbaum, Virginia
# 17,066:
9:57 am PDT, Apr 17,
Patrick Malone, Georgia
The blantantly slanted 'news' from FOX is offensive and contributes to the unnecessary divisiveness in the USA. FOX needs to hire some real journalists and get rid of their propagandists!
The blantantly slanted 'news' from FOX is offensive and contributes to the unnecessary divisiveness in the USA. FOX needs to hire some real journalists and get rid of their propagandists!
# 17,065:
9:57 am PDT, Apr 17,
Name not displayed, Michigan
Millions of viewers look to Fox news for a source of reputable, objective news. By airing such opinionated and biased programming you are not only compromising the reputation and credibility of the network and everyone involved with it, but you are also purposely misleading viewers.
Millions of viewers look to Fox news for a source of reputable, objective news. By airing such opinionated and biased programming you are not only compromising the reputation and credibility of the network and everyone involved with it, but you are also purposely misleading viewers.
# 17,064:
9:56 am PDT, Apr 17,
Kristen Rochester, Colorado
# 17,062:
9:55 am PDT, Apr 17,
Jesse York, Washington
# 17,061:
9:55 am PDT, Apr 17,
Name not displayed, Washington
# 17,060:
9:54 am PDT, Apr 17,
Geraldine Jennings, Texas
# 17,059:
9:54 am PDT, Apr 17,
Name not displayed, New York
# 17,058:
9:51 am PDT, Apr 17,
Kathleen Lohr, North Carolina
I think it is both a crime and immoral to be advocating -- inciting -- for someone to assassinate President Obama, which is the effect of much of Fox News coverage. Please try to stop this before a true tragedy, for which Fox News would bear major responsibility, occurs.
I think it is both a crime and immoral to be advocating -- inciting -- for someone to assassinate President Obama, which is the effect of much of Fox News coverage. Please try to stop this before a true tragedy, for which Fox News would bear major responsibility, occurs.
# 17,057:
9:50 am PDT, Apr 17,
Sharon Rubin, New York
sometimes reports get out of hand and blown out of proportion.
sometimes reports get out of hand and blown out of proportion.
# 17,056:
9:49 am PDT, Apr 17,
John Garrison, Colorado
I believe that not having Fox new report "fair and balanced" reports or news, is only trying harder to side the paranoid agains our new president. This only splits our great nation more and is not helping us move forward to improve all the items needing attention.
I believe that not having Fox new report "fair and balanced" reports or news, is only trying harder to side the paranoid agains our new president. This only splits our great nation more and is not helping us move forward to improve all the items needing attention.
# 17,055:
9:49 am PDT, Apr 17,
Name not displayed, California
Because there are a lot of people who don't realize that the type of reporting you do is sensationalist and misleading. Too much of it is commentary and very little facts come from it. You cater to the illiterate and lazy individuals who don't read and get all of their information from t.v. Be more responsible.
Because there are a lot of people who don't realize that the type of reporting you do is sensationalist and misleading. Too much of it is commentary and very little facts come from it. You cater to the illiterate and lazy individuals who don't read and get all of their information from t.v. Be more responsible.
# 17,054:
9:49 am PDT, Apr 17,
Andrew Harrison, Georgia
They need to be held accountable of their Immature Racial Undertones, and Lies
They need to be held accountable of their Immature Racial Undertones, and Lies
# 17,050:
9:48 am PDT, Apr 17,
Johnnie White, Texas
# 17,049:
9:47 am PDT, Apr 17,
Giovanni Perna, Canada
# 17,053:
9:47 am PDT, Apr 17,
Leah Fairchild, Florida
