January 29, 2010 Viewer Mail for Friday, January 29 VENUE CHANGE? With pressure mounting, the Obama administration says it is now looking for alternative locations for the civilian trial of 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed. "When the location of the trial was first decided as New York City, didn't the President say it was Eric Holder's decision alone? Now all of the sudden, we're to believe Obama told him to change the venue?" Mary Parker Cecelia, KY "Obama and Holder picked NYC so they could funnel $200 million to trial lawyers who will return the favor with cash for future elections." Wayne Warren Broken Bow, OK "Does our government really believe that 12 fair and unbiased individuals can be found in Manhattan to sit as jurors? This is a recipe for disaster." William Lehman Fresno, CA "The removal of the terrorist trial from NYC will not be a loss for Obama, but it will remove the potential of a huge embarrassment for this administration." Don Wallace Haddonfield, NJ "I'm not a fan of most of President Obama's policies, but why should the fact that the President decided not to have the terror trial held in New York City?" Carl Heckelmann Lakewood, NJ "At first I thought it was good to have the trial in NYC, but after hearing both sides, I have to admit it should definitely not be in NYC." Jason Dellaripa Fairfield, CT "It is only a matter of time before a lawyer for the terrorist brings up the violation of his right to a fair and speedy trial." Ed Phillips Greenville, MS "If the administration insists on a civilian trial for KSM, move it to San Francisco, but without any federal funding. Let Nancy Pelosi take care of it." Denny Speidel Williamsburg, VA "President Obama's problems with the KSM trial confirms my theory that liberals feel about issues, while conservatives think about them." Hubert Turner Kalispell, MT "Obama is agonizing over where to try KSM. How about Gitmo, Mr. President?" Van Snyder La Crescenta, CA "I think we should move the KSM trial to Washington D.C. Right next to Congress! That's exactly what they deserve." Shirley Sullivan Pahrump, NV "It is too expensive and unsafe for KSM to be tried in New York City. Why is it less expensive and safer to try him anyplace else in the U.S.? This administration is not thinking clearly." Walter Wright Goldendale, WA "Holder's insistence on holding KSM's trial in NYC is a pure egotistical move. Nothing else." Suzanne Treece Mesa, AZ MR. POPULARITY A new survey names Glenn Beck the second most popular person on TV, right after Oprah Winfrey! "Beck may be #2, but you are #1 in this household." Deborah Henry Shelby Township, MI "Beck is so popular because he has the darndest, cutest baby face. He is a born teacher and entertainer." Caroline Zimmerman Lancaster, CA "Glenn Beck is doing so well because he's telling the greatest story ever told -- the story of America and our Founding Fathers." Bob Northrop Rockville, MD "Glenn is so popular because he gives an opinion, then explains his thinking so simply that even a caveman could understand it." Paul Rogers Sacramento, CA "The reason Glenn Beck is the number two most popular person on TV is because he's trustworthy and intent on exposing our corrupt government." Amy Reinking Seattle, WA "I'm afraid that you just don't possess the quality that makes Beck the number two guy in popularity. He is cuddly!" Nan Bopp Beaufort, SC "Glenn Beck is a mirror to all who are outraged by our leaders' ongoing betrayal of our core values. Mr. Beck has not found greatness; greatness has found him." Doug Grant Muskego, WI "I wouldn't worry about Glenn Beck's success. You are like the wise father and Glenn is like the crazy cousin." John Lauda Nuevo, CA "Glenn Beck is #2 because he's new, loud and funny. People always gravitate towards the freshest thing out there." Eveann Kauffman Las Vegas, NV TAKING SIDES? O'Reilly calls Oprah Winfrey a patriot for chastising Jay Leno over a joke about his marriage. "Love your show, but Leno has every right to throw a joke back. Letterman invited it. Oprah is a pinhead for taking sides." Mark Castel Boca, FL "Did Oprah publicly call out David Letterman for any of his personal jokes against Sarah Palin? If not, I think she's a pinhead." Dan Uptegrove Blue Springs, MO "Why did you praise Oprah for her interview with Jay Leno? She was absolutely rude at times." Mary Ann Scheel Arlington, TX Posted by Factor Producers at 11:49 AM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 27, 2010 Viewer Mail for Wednesday, January 27 STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS "I hate to say I told you so, but President Obama did not pivot to the center tonight. Instead, he defiantly defended his policy stances. Ideology still rules this administration." Russ Duenow Fredericksburg, VA "Obama will attempt to BS Americans that he moving towards the center. But it's only for show, and it's only temporary." Mike McCormack Marrero, LA "The President again showed his oratory skills. Unfortunately, they are not matched by his listening skills... to the people who elected him." Jim Williams Fenton, MI "President Obama's problem is now credibility. America is no longer buying his 'Washington outsider' pitch." Susan Hess New River, AZ "I thought Mr. Obama wanted this job. He needs to man up and quit whining about the past administration. It's getting old." Dave De Lange Folsom, CA "I've got news for President Obama: it may not be good politics to say no to everything, but the Republicans are doing the right thing. We are broke, our budget is in the toilet, and Americans are out of work!" Bill Lee Dalton, MA "This is the first time I've ever heard a President attack a political party in the State of the Union address. A sad day for the presidency." Scott Spooner Rutland, VT "Tonight, I found myself remembering all the promises Barack Obama made during the campaign. Now it sounds like the same old tune to me." Ray Bramble Salem, SC "After hearing that long Obama speech, I have just one question: what is the state of our union?" Paul Schwartz Tucson, AZ "His speeches all sound the same. I'll do this, I'll do that. In reality, he is making our country worse and he bores me." Andrew Lancaster Evansville, IN "I have heard this speech before. The government will fix everything. We get it. Obama is still in campaign mode." Chris Sivyer Bryan, TX "Obama's speech was well-crafted, but instead of conforming to what the American people wanted to hear, he opted to prolong his failed far-left policies." Dan Alden San Jose, CA "President Obama should apologize to the Supreme Court. I believe that total blame game stuff is the poorest excuse for leadership I have ever witnessed." Clarice Hawkins Choctaw, OK "While watching the State of the Union last night, The President talked a good fight. But given his past And the promises cast Will the President do what is right?" Jim Leggio Palm Coast, FL "Has anybody told Mr. Obama he already won the election?" Dr. Ted Selby Edwardsville, IL PRESIDENTIAL REPORT CARD "I can't believe your guests gave the President a B, saying he brought the economy back from the brink. Even China doesn't want to buy our treasury anymore." Joseph Mitchell Austin, TX "I'm not sure if President Obama is a socialist, but your guest Mark Halperin isn't sure he's a liberal? I now question everything he says in his best-selling book." Paul Gavinger Arlington, TX "Mark Halperin must be delusional. Not only did he give the President a B, he isn't sure if Obama is liberal? Where do you find these people?" Joseph Klein Winter Haven, FL "You better check the green room. It sounds like your guests drank all the Kool-aid." R. Price Homer Glen, IL "If your guests don't think Obama is a liberal, they have no credibility. Are they intoxicated on Kool-aid or what?" Esther Rachwal Sarasota, FL "I'm in the middle of reading 'Game Change.' After hearing Mark Halperin on your show tonight, I'm not sure I have the stomach to finish it." Susanne Lovisolo Allendale, NJ "Mark Halperin kneels in the church of Obama. Asking him to opine on the anointed one's political leanings is like asking a skunk which animal is most foul." Bill Downes Cape Elizabeth, ME SUPER BOWL PREDICTIONS "A thousand thanks to you and Miller for picking the Colts to win. I'm a die-hard Peyton Manning fan from Louisiana. I've been getting grief all week." Monica Norsworthy Lake Charles, LA "You were not fair and balanced when you both picked the Colts. Take the Saints and the 4-1/2 points. You will win!" Richard Eckert Ocean Springs, MS "Given what our city has been through in the past five years, the New Orleans Saints and the devoted fans of Who Dat Nation have already won!" Pam Weiser Metairie, LA "New Orleans 28, Indianapolis 17. You and Miller are wrong." David Register Ocean Springs, MS "I hate to knock you and Miller off your cloud, but the Saints are going to win the Super Bowl." Martin Wolfe Amite, LA "Don't you know this is destiny? Don't bet against the Saints!" Mike Adams Lake Charles, LA Posted by Factor Producers at 12:21 PM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 26, 2010 Viewer Mail for Tuesday, January 26 PRO-LIFE AD CONTROVERSY College quarterback Tim Tebow and his mother are set to star in an anti-abortion Super Bowl ad during the Super Bowl. Pro-choice groups are not happy about it. "If so-called pro-choice groups want to live up to their name, they should let both sides of the issue be heard, not just theirs. Only then will women truly have a choice." Tony Hall Pasadena, MD "If your guest Jehmu Greene doesn't like the Tebow ad, she should simply buy her own ad time during the Super Bowl." Ray Rock Okaloosa, FL "Would anybody have caused a commotion if Planned Parenthood bought a Super Bowl ad to tell the story of a teenager who had an abortion and went on to have a successful life?" Ramiro Morales, M.D. Davie, FL "The positive outcome of Mrs. Tebow's decision to keep her baby instead of aborting him should be celebrated, not scorned." Peggy Bond Russellville, AR "Mrs. Tebow made the choice to keep her baby and it had an extremely positive outcome. The pro-abortion crowd doesn't want anyone to know that giving birth under less than perfect circumstances can have a positive outcome." Steve Coll Brighton, MI "Pro-choice advocates don't want people to hear success stories like Tim Tebow's because more women may choose not to have abortions." Ryan Schwausch San Antonio, TX SPENDING FREEZE President Obama announces a freeze in discretionary domestic spending, but his critics are saying it's a political stunt and won't do anything to reduce the debt. "This is the political equivalent of throwing a bunch of barking dogs some bones to keep them quiet. The American people aren't dogs and we won't fall for this charade." Beth Christos Holly Springs, NC "The Obama administration has never wanted to rebuild the economy. His policies are specifically designed to force us to be dependent on the government." Dan Ortego Yuma, AZ "Obama's freeze is like saying, 'I maxed out my credit card, so I quit spending until I can qualify for another one.'" Estella Blee Elk Grove, CA "The President's spending freeze is just another hollow gesture that means nothing in the grand scheme of things. Ironically, he's offending both the left and the right this time." George Fisher Kalamazoo, MI "Since the President doesn't have any control over fiscal policy with the exception of veto power, do you really think his words hold water?" Linda Ritz East Greenbush, NY "The President's spending freeze is nothing more than a move to placate the centrist independents. However, it's so miniscule it should be evident to everyone it's a red herring." Gary Meisen Ball Ground, GA "Obama will promise anything to get back in the country's good graces, but then he will continue with his own agenda. You can fool some people some of the time, but you can't fool all the people all the time." Jan Barrow Red Level, AL "Please don't buy into the President's smoke and mirrors. We're counting on you to keep the curtain pulled open on the wizard!" Jim Priour Kerrville, TX "I'll give the President a check for the spending freeze, but now he should put the rest of the stimulus and TARP money towards the debt." Tom Monfort Columbus, GA CHARLES IN CHARGE! Political commentator Charles Krauthammer makes his first regular appearance on the Factor. "Charles Krauthammer is the best political mind out there and then some. Listen and learn." Daniel Jeffs Apple Valley, CA "Mr. Krauthammer is the political equivalent of Simon Cowell. I look forward to seeing him in a weekly segment." Tarah De Staic Westfield, IN "Mr. Krauthammer is correct that Mr. Obama's spending freeze is a cynical ploy to appear as something he is not: fiscally concerned." James Waldman Auburn, CA "Tonight on your show, Charles Krauthammer explained beautifully how President Obama is trying to deceive Americans with the spending freeze. Your clownish attitude towards him was unprofessional." Joseph Gordillo Hayward, CA CHILD ENDANGERMENT? A mother posts a photo on Facebook of an unlit cigarette in her baby's mouth. Should she be charged with a crime? "It's smoke that's bad for the baby, not the cigarette. If social services is going to visit the mother of this child, then they need to visit all the parents who smoke in front of their kids." Taylor Lewis Nashville, NC "How do you know it wasn't a candy cigarette, which I enjoyed 'smoking' as a kid?" Fred Smith Tucson, AZ "Putting a baby in a car and driving over the speed limit seems more dangerous than putting an unlit cigarette in its mouth." Jim Wess Carnes, IA "Why does the government have to tell us how to live in our own homes? My father once put a bottle of booze on my sister's high chair and took a photo. It was funny!" John McBride Westerville, OH "Leave the cigarette mom alone. Child protective services have far too many child abusers and neglecters to bother with this photo." Dick Baker Friendship, TN "You are a total nut case, O'Reilly. The parent of that child was joking around. God help protect parents from do-gooders like you." Dave Wood Eugene, OR "The photo strikes me as a joke in bad taste, but a joke nonetheless. I don't think this deserves much attention from social services." Andrew Kenney Subic Bay Freeport, Philippines Posted by Factor Producers at 12:20 PM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 25, 2010 Viewer Mail for Monday, January 25 GOP LEADERSHIP Can the Republican capitalize on the Democrats' troubles if they don't have a definitive leader of the party? "There is no need to rush anyone into the spotlight. When the right person presents himself or herself, Republicans will back him or her up." Stephen Navarre Columbus, OH "You are way too bent on the need for Republicans to have a leader. Glenn Beck is the leader in my opinion, even if he never enters the political realm." Robert Anderson Everett, WA "The conservatives I know, myself included, don't follow a leader like a bunch of groupies following a rock star. We follow a core set of principles." Russ King Chiloquin, OR "Scott Brown is the new leader of the Republican party. He will be the next President of the United States, mark my words." Col. Jerry Stalnaker Niceville, FL "I think the new leader of the Republican party may well be We the People. As it should be." Maggie Hendricks Justin, TX "There's no split in the Republican party. That's liberal propaganda. Obama himself has unified Republicans like never before with his frightening agenda." Charles Sergis Los Angeles, CA "Here's the ticket: Palin/Bachmann in 2012. And my wife did not make me say this." Joey Black Pooler, GA "I don't necessary think we need one leader, but if you're looking for a name, look no further than Gov. Mike Huckabee. He has a large and loyal following." Sherri Whetzel Fredericksburg, VA "The GOP should look to Newt Gingrich for leadership, not the biggest celebrity. Obama can be beaten by the 'real change' policies of Gingrich." Keenan Garrett Bethany, OK "I think Scott Brown-Mitt Romney is the ticket. Sarah Palin may be a good influence, but I don't think she's strong enough for the national ticket." James Hall Sutherlin, OR RADIO RUDENESS Rep. Michele Bachmann (R) and Sen. Arlen Specter (D) appeared on a radio show together to discuss health care reform and Specter kept telling Bachmann to act like a lady. "I wish Michele Bachmann would have told Mr. Specter she was not elected to be a lady, but to do her job." Lisa Wallace Belmont, NC "The Democrats can have Specter. I'll take a classy lady like Michele Bachmann over him any day." Ryan Olson Clyde Hill, WA "Specter's rudeness is a result of his wakeup call. He's out. He could have salvaged some dignity had he finished his final year in office actually representing Pennsylvania voters." John Gehman Barto, PA "Ms. Bachmann hit the nail on the head - arrogance is the single word that sums up the attitude of many of our leaders in Washington." George Bolles Magalia, CA "You give Sen. Specter too much credit. He is shrewd. He berated Bachmann, and then apologized in private. Any apology worth its salt must be done in public." Vince Laurelli Huntington Valley, PA "Michele Bachmann is the leader and the future of the Republican party. The only problem is she doesn't know it yet." Ed Kennedy Lenexa, KS "If Republicans are smart, they will embrace the Tea Party movement the way Michele Bachmann has." John Haydukovich St. George, UT "As a Tea Party conservative, I hate to say it, but listening to that radio interview, I could understand Arlen Specter's frustration. I had no idea what Michele Bachmann was talking about." Mike Spencer Nashville, TN "Why can't we fill the Capitol with people like Michele Bachmann? She's smart, beautiful and competent." Chris Hendrick Starkville, MS HANDLE WITH CARE? When Obama administration officials consent to TV interviews, are they being handled too timidly? "Bill, I think you're too abrasive to ask tough questions of this administration. You need someone like Tim Russert to respectfully, yet assertively, ask the questions." Curt Chastain Oxford, PA "I'm glad Bernie Goldberg is not in charge of the Factor. He doesn't like to push guests for the truth like you do." Bryant Lay Milton, FL "Bernie Goldberg was right. The public knows when the interviewee is telling the truth. No need to press him or her." Noel Petree Clements, MD "The Obama administration is using the Sunday shows to spew propaganda and lie to the American people. Reporters need to get the truth or get out of the business." David Bourland San Carlos, CA "Bernie must realize guests are invited on these programs to tell the truth and when they don't, they must be held accountable." Terence Libro Sea Isle City, NJ "Politicians work for us, and news organizations must get answers to the questions the citizens can't ask themselves." Merle Hexum Perham, MN RECOVERING PINHEAD? Actor Sean Penn is down in Haiti to help distribute aid to the people affected by the earthquake. As a member of the pinhead hall of fame, can he be reformed? "It is too late for Mr. Penn. He is a permanent pinhead. I liked him better when he was Spicoli." Glenn Cannon Irvine, CA "Did Sean Penn take Hugo Chavez's relief plane to Haiti?" Tim Quigley Lakeside, MT "The only reason Sean Penn is praising America now is because Bush isn't in office anymore. If this earthquake had happened five years ago, this country wouldn't have done anything right in his eyes." Randy Cross Knoxville, TN "Once a pinhead, always a pinhead. And he's not a good actor either." Scott Walker Brick, NJ Posted by Factor Producers at 12:19 PM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 22, 2010 Viewer Mail for Friday, January 22 BODY LANGUAGE Sarah & Bristol Palin chat with Oprah Winfrey - what does their body language reveal about the line of questioning? "I suspect if sadness crossed the faces of Sarah Palin and her daughter during the Oprah interview, it was due to Oprah's bad taste in raising questions about her teen pregnancy." Susan Imig Naples, FL "You and Tonya both missed the most interesting part of the story - the hate and disdain on Oprah's face for both Palins." Millie Creager Coronado, CA FUTURE OF PROGRESSIVES? If the vote in Massachusetts was a referendum on Obama's far-left agenda, how do stalwart progressives the future of their movement? "Dennis Kucinich's explanation for America rejecting Obama-care is that we don't really know what it's all about. We fully understand it and reject it." Jim Riggs Carmel, CA "Come election time, when most voters see a (D) after a candidate's name, they will most likely vote for the other guy." Jackie York Estill Springs, TN "Rep. Kucinich said something about progressives trying to help folks out. Isn't it time people take responsibility and help themselves?" Ed Robson Omaha, NE "The liberal media is losing ground because they refuse to support the truth; they only report the liberal spin." Jim Tilley Charlotte, NC "Dennis Kucinich says liberals want to lift the poor. I think he meant to say 'enable.' Why work for something when you can get it free?" Tracy Weisz Bullhead City, AZ "Rather than acknowledge that liberal ideas are out of touch, all the Congressman could do was threaten reimplementation of the Fairness Doctrine. How do people on a sinking shit fail to see the leak in their hull?" Dale Amundsen Monroe, WA "Dennis Kucinich basically just said if Fox News keeps crushing the liberal media, it will have to answer to the government at some point." David Cantrell Jr. Pound, VA "Kucinich is lost. He says Obama-care was a giveaway to the insurance companies. He is totally off-base. It was a payoff to Louisiana, Nebraska, and labor unions." Jeff Cline Cincinnati, OH "Progressives want to lift poor people up to the level they think you deserve and then tax you to death to pay for it." Den Gormley Long Beach, NY "I never thought I'd agree with a liberal, but Dennis Kucinich is right when he says your constant boasting about your ratings is excessive." Chuck Thompson Leesburg, FL MOVE TO THE CENTER? Will President Obama be forced to abandon his far-left causes and move more towards the center? "Chris Wallace is correct - Mr. Obama changed to a more centrist position the last two months of the campaign after running as a progressive during primaries." Jim Freeman Kasson, MN "The country is not moving right! Like a sleeping giant, the center-right majority has been awakened and energized by the election results in Massachusetts." Steve Favazza Timonium, MD "Many centrists voted for Obama because they believed his campaign promises. Seeing the liberal course he's actually pursued, Americans are moving to the right in rejection of his policies." Gayle Scott Austin, TX "President Obama has been governing as a moderate. If he would govern as a liberal, the country would be in much better shape." Nick Kobliska Bakersfield, CA "Many individuals who were right-center moved to the left because they were unhappy with the Bush administration. Now they're all running back." Kristy Holmes Flowery Branch, GA "The country is moving back to the center-right position after learning it can't stomach the Obama kool-aid it swallowed in 2008." Brock Thoene Incline Valley, NV "The mainstream media didn't report Obama's far-left views to the extent that voters needed it to. Now Fox News has more viewers, so voters will be better educated." Irma Simons Midlothian, VA BLUNDERS OF THE WEEK President Obama campaigns in Massachusetts for Martha Coakley and mocks the Republican candidate's ad campaign featuring his pickup truck. "I think perhaps the President's truck statement was elitist." Jeff Koch Alpena, MI "Obama's dumbest statement was when he said 'anyone can buy a truck.' Has he not looked at the national unemployment rate lately? Anybody cannot afford to buy a truck." Hank Belfield Chilhowie, VA "What do you want to bet that Obama has a brand new Chevy truck soon?" Barry Whitehead Paris, TN "Mr. Obama is a limousine liberal who feels he's more intelligent than anyone who drives a truck." Lee Anderson Milford, NJ "It's definitely dumb to make fun of trucks. I'm a truck owner and now I distrust Obama even more." Jared Mays Cheyenne, WY Posted by Factor Producers at 12:17 PM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 21, 2010 Viewer Mail for Thursday, January 21 FAR-LEFT FRENZY Predictably, uber-liberals are going wild, blaming each other, after the Republican upset in the Massachusetts Senate race. "Be careful not to use too many Chris Matthews clips on your show. You don't want him to know what it feels like to have an audience of millions." Adam Barrington Chapel Hill, NC "You can always count on the far-left to believe that emotion trumps facts." Pierce Kibbey Central Point, OR "I want to thank the liberals for working themselves up into a frenzy. I have been out of work for six long months and needed a good laugh." Beth Christo Holly Springs, NC "I feel like the uber-liberals need a little R&R to regroup. Might I suggest Loon Mountain in New Hampshire?" Michael Beversdorf Woodstock, GA "I was curious as to how stupidly the far-left would react to the election in Massachusetts. Howard Dean exceeded all expectations." Steve Hill Boerne, TX "Fox News alert: Chris Matthews is actually more sane than Howard Dean." Robert Anderson Everett, WA BLONDE AGGRESSION The culture warriors look at a new study that says blonde women are the most aggressive. "The study is wrong. Most blondes are not natural blondes. Assertive women choose to become blondes." Charles Ovadia Sydney, Australia "If blondes are more aggressive, maybe that explains Glenn Beck." Jacob Fischer Augusta, GA "Why don't you complete your own survey of blonde women? You certainly have plenty of them on the Factor." David Topor Maryville, TN "My wife is blonde. She dyed her hair red and her IQ went up 20 points." Ron Johnson Edmond, OK "Gentlemen prefer blondes, but they marry brunettes." Dr. Gary Katz San Jose, CA "I look forward to the day when women will be judged not by the color of their hair, but by the content of their character." Jimi Chappell Modesto, CA BEYOND HOPE After pouring billions of dollars into Haiti, the poverty rate hasn't gotten any better in the past ten years. Are we throwing good money after bad? "Your comment that perhaps the U.S. should run Haiti until it gets back on its feet is laughable. Who is going to run the USA? China?" David Lawrence Gold Coast, Australia "Things will only improve in Haiti after a Constitution with a rule of law and individual property rights is in place. Then investment will begin and living conditions will improve." Ron Guy Jacksonville, FL "I think your timing in criticizing Haitian leadership is a bit off. Would you have criticized Wall Street greed in the aftermath of 9/11?" Steve Hornig Wayzata, MN "Where is the president of Haiti during this catastrophe? Why has he not stepped forward to show his leadership?" Ray Axberg Naples, FL "President Obama has already given a donation to Haiti in my name. I can barely afford to feed my family." Tim Boyle Beaverton, OR "If the U.S. government put $2 billion in the hands of Haiti and trained their people with working skills, we wouldn't have to continue to send money. There are all sorts of possibilities." Douglas Dolan Elizabeth, PA LATE-NIGHT LAUGHS With a resolution to the late-night musical chairs, O'Brien, Leno and Letterman are still throwing barbs at each other. Who is a pinhead and who is a patriot? "As much as I love Conan and Jay, I have to say they are acting like pinheads. With all the problems in the world, I'm not concerned about three millionaire late-night hosts." Shelley Reeves Saratoga Springs, UT "I'm glad to see you recognized Conan O'Brien as a patriot. I can't wait to see him tear up the ratings on Fox." Adam Fitzgerald Rockford, IL "I had sympathized with Conan until the other night, when he wasted $1.5 million on a skit. There are wonderful charities that money could have been donated to instead." Bob Schaafsma Cadillac, MI "Poor Conan O'Brien. Unemployment at record levels, ratings in the toilet, and he doesn't like that his bosses asked him to come to work 30 minutes later?" Annette Johnson Olathe, KS Posted by Factor Producers at 11:30 AM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 20, 2010 Viewer Mail for Wednesday, January 20 LOSING POWER? With the surprise upset of the Democratic Senate candidate in Massachusetts, is the Obama administration losing power? "President Obama's observation that Massachusetts voters are mad about what's happened over the past eight years is absurd. If they were mad at the Bush administration, they would have voted for Coakley." Gerald Millward Mesa, AZ "The election results should alert President Obama and the Democrats in Congress that Americans are not only clinging to their guns and Bibles, but also a copy of the Constitution." Ken Josephic Jamestown, PA "Are established Republicans wise enough to stop swimming in the pork barrel? This vote wasn't about liking them, it was about wanting change." Dick Daniels Poulsbo, WA "The good news is Obama will only tax the rich for all his projects like health care. The bad news is after a year of Obama, rich is now defined as anyone left with a job." Dean Furkioti Redondo Beach, CA "Obama will continue to push his socialist agenda in spite of Scott Brown's victory because he's a progressive committed to changing this country." Robin Goodspeed Portland, OR "Of course the Obama administration is losing power. It's being transferred to we the people." Greg Fiscus Burlington, WA "Dick Morris is off base when he says the Republicans are gaining power. It's not the Republicans; it's the people. We're making our voices heard." Randal Murallo Waterford, CT "The smartest thing Obama could do about health care is to let the hardliners like Pelosi cram the bill through, then veto it. He could shift blame and save face." Daniel Mackintosh Toronto, Canada MISSING IN HAITI Two parents of missing American girls in Haiti criticize the military's relief efforts in the earthquake zone. "You missed the American parents' whole point. The military should have prioritized U.S. citizens in the search and rescue mission." Dr. Joe Whitaker Tampa, FL "I'm sorry for the sadness of those parents. However, they can't compare the JFK Jr. search off America's coast to a search in a third world country." Terri Devlin Escondido, CA "I usually think of you as a crusader, but last night, I thought you were a little cold talking to the parents of the missing American girls in Haiti. You can't possibly know their pain." Dana Boynton Toms River, NJ "It is arrogant to assume the U.S. military can swoop into a country and rescue Americans overnight. There are hundreds of thousands of people in desperate need in Haiti." Mark Farage Memphis, TN "God bless the U.S. military, but they can't rush into another country and take over. My heart goes out to those parents, but they need to be reasonable." Caroline Silva East Longmeadow, MA "Excellent job handling those parents. Their sad story needed to be told. I immediately called my kids to tell them I love them." Alfred Martin, M.D. Atlanta, GA "You didn't treat the families of those missing girls with the empathy they deserved. They have a right to be upset with the process." Jenn Osborne Annville, PA "I understand their children are missing, but don't blame the military. After back-to-back-to-back deployments, they too are at a breaking point." June Byrd Clarksville, TN GETTING PERSONAL New FNC analyst Sarah Palin enters the no spin zone to talk about what she does in her downtime from politics. "Poor city boy. You really should come visit Alaska and hang out with us. Yes, we eat moose and caribou." Andy McGavran Port Lions, AK "Sarah sounds like my kind of woman! She's fit, hunts, loves the outdoors and is conservative. Too bad she's 25 years older than me and married." Sean Porterfield Hillsboro, NH "There is no need to exert yourself with a 2-on-1 basketball game against the President. I think Sarah Palin could take him 1-on-1." Dan Balzer Yoakum, TX "Just defend against Obama's moves to the left during your basketball game. He'll never move to the right!" Alan Douglas Louisville, KY "The fact that Sarah Palin would cut her Hawaiian vacation short because her stay was disrupting other guests explains why most Americans love her. She is considerate of others." James Johnson Enterprise, AL "Instead of watching you play basketball with Sarah Palin, I'd rather watch you try to run six miles with her." Eugene Khaylomsky Amherst, NY "Sarah Palin is a people magnet and a breath of fresh air! Fox News just got even better." Pat Wolanski Worcester, PA "When are you going to stop interviewing Sarah Palin and start asking her to analyze current events? I thought she was hired as a commentator, not a celebrity guest." Kathleen Thrift Camarillo, CA Posted by Factor Producers at 11:29 AM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 19, 2010 Viewer Mail for Tuesday, January 19 ELECTION REACTION Viewers react to the upset in the Massachusetts special election - in one of the most blue states out there, a Republican defeated a Democrat for the late Ted Kennedy's Senate seat. "Hey Bill, I think Senator Brown will save the entire nation from Obama-care by voting against it. It really isn't even about politics." Frank Kovatch Durham, NC "I was thrilled to see how the vote in Massachusetts went down. To quote Janet Napolitano: the system worked." Davy Campbell Pinson, AL "The revolution to take back our country from the progressives has begun. How fitting it began in Massachusetts!" Mark O'Connell Downers Grove, IL "With Brown's election in Massachusetts, it looks like we might finally get the change we can believe in." John Abercrombie Cape Girardeau, MO "I'll make a prediction: if Scott Brown wins, there will be a renewed effort to do away with conservative TV and radio." Deborah Boatman Salem, IL "Simply put, I have chosen to vote for a representative who represents the people rather than a representative who represents the government." Dave Brown Ipswich, MA "The election of Scott Brown reminds me how the direction of human events can be changed by the sudden appearance of one man." Travis Jacobs Houston, TX "When are the Democrats going to turn up their hearing aids? This election was all about health care. If Coakley hadn't come out in support of Obama-care, she would have won in a landslide." Bart Brownell Maple Glen, PA "Thank God the founding fathers over 200 years ago had the foresight to create a lasting system that can quickly correct itself from excesses on the right or left." Bill Laird Canyon Lake, TX "I think Republican politicians are just as vulnerable as Democrats. I think this only reflects the rise of independent voters in states generally considered to favor one party." Jerry Darlington Kirkwood, NY "Barack Obama will continue to fall in the polls as long as he lets the arrogance of Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid reign over this country." Tim Carlo Williamsburg, IA "President Obama is already a lame duck. He didn't help the Democratic gubernatorial candidates in Virginia and New Jersey, and he didn't help Martha Coakley either." David Back Woodinville, WA "Many of my Dem friends are fed up with Washington liberals shoving their agenda down their throat. The vote in Massachusetts was a great opportunity to say enough is enough." Peter Petz Franklin, MA "The vote was certainly a referendum on Obama and his radical circle. Washington socialists should get ready to move out this coming November." Jim Whalen West Springfield, MA "This was a referendum on incumbency. I predict the people will vote out the largest numbers of incumbents this November, whether they be Democrats or Republicans." Darren Buck Elkhart, KS "President Obama has broken one of the golden rules of leadership: being tone deaf, with the exception of his own tones. The Massachusetts election was a loss for him." Lane Hill Jacksonville, FL "I believe our President is working in the best interest of this nation, not as a Republican or a Democrat, but as the President of the United States. This vote won't have him running scared." Brenda Di Santi Branson West, MO "The folks are fed up with back room deals and dirty politics. Our founding fathers gave us a way to revolt, and we're going to use it." Tom Disch Indianapolis, IN PINHEAD ALERT! Jennifer Lopez does a stand-up routine on George Lopez's show. She takes a nasty shot at Sarah Palin, calling her a b*tch in Spanish. "I think it's safe to say Ms. Lopez just lost more than a million fans. She should stick to what she does best. Hint: it's not comedy." Jack Turner Kings Ferry, FL "Why don't these celebrities understand that when they say something awful about a politician, they're insulting half their audience?" Sharon Kurth St. Helena, CA Posted by Factor Producers at 11:28 AM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 18, 2010 Viewer Mail for Monday, January 18 POLITICAL SEA CHANGE? A Republican candidate gains ground in a key Massachusetts special election for the late Ted Kennedy's Senate seat. "The Kennedy era is about to be over in this neck of the woods. Whether Scott Brown wins or not, a message has been sent to Obama." Linda Wales Mt. Vernon, WA "Win or lose tomorrow, Scott Brown has already won. The Democrats had to spend more than $800,000 they didn't plan on spending on ads. Democrats will no longer be able to cherry-pick their states." Owen Devlin MA "I don't think the Democrats will allow Coakley to lose. Don't get me wrong, I think Brown will win the seat, but Coakley will be seated under nefarious means." Lisa Glass Columbia, MO "If Brown wins the election, the only unanswered question will be how many recounts it takes for Coakley to claim the seat." Sonny Petersen Anchorage, AK "Curt Schilling supports Brown, and that's enough for me." Lynne Perry Vernon, VT "I have two words for any pundit who actually thinks Scott Brown will be seated in Kennedy's Senate seat: Al Franken." John Deeb Tucson, AZ "President Obama wasn't being bold by appearing with Coakley in Massachusetts. He had to appear in order to protect his chances to get the health care bill passed." Paul Deaver San Antonio, TX "I disagree with your talking points saying President Obama is doing the best he can with the economy. If he'd devoted as much time to the economy as he devoted to health care, we'd be in much better shape." Stuart Gaston Brevard, NC "President Obama had more passion in his stump speech for Martha Coakley than he did in his Fort Hood speech or his speech at West Point." Ken Anderson The Villages, FL "I'm rooting for Brown in Massachusetts. However, if he wins, the Dems will recount and recount until the result is in Coakley's favor." Patty Brown Seymour, IN "If Scott Brown wins tomorrow, look for a lot more unknown Tea Party candidates emerging this summer on ballots across the country." Bob Northrop Rockville, MD RELIEF FOR HAITI As the U.S. continues to pour money and rescue efforts into Haiti, what is the rest of the world doing? "No caring person can help but empathize with the horrible suffering in Haiti. However, we don't owe these people anything. We're already doing plenty." Ken Dexter Austin, TX "It's very frustrating that our troops are sent to Haiti at the drop of a hat, yet there's been dragging for years to put them at our borders to protect us." Lee Dingee Lithia Springs, GA "I feel very sorry for the people of Haiti, but I haven't heard anybody in the Haitian government thank us for all the aid yet." Phil Westfall Newport Beach, CA "Obama needs to put his money where his mouth is. If he wants us to donate money to the Haitian cause, why doesn't he donate his Nobel Peace Prize money too?" Ellene Busby Southern Pines, NC "I suggest the President use a fraction of the remaining stimulus money to employ unemployed contractors to rebuild Haiti. Imagine the trickle-down effect on American businesses." Paul Ketter, Jr. Pittsburgh, PA "Personally, I think the United States is spreading itself too thin. There are plenty of other countries in this world that could step up to the plate and help Haiti." Lynn Dorris Peachtree City, GA "'Supplies and money are being sent to Haiti from all around the world.' Really? What part of the Muslim world?" Ross Edward Puskar Trophy Club, TX "Contrary to the belief that Obama should be applauded for his handling of Haiti, he is simply doing his job. No applause necessary." Thomas Stibrik Brookdale, CA COVERAGE CRITICISM The far left is calling out Fox News, saying it's not dedicating enough time and resources to coverage of the earthquake in Haiti. "Your reporters have done a magnificent job. Fox News has struck the best balance between Haiti coverage and other news coverage." Pat Walker Kirkland, WA "Fox is being criticized by NBC for a lack of the Haiti disaster coverage? I've turned off Fox because of too much Haiti coverage. Go figure!" Dennis Ortega King City, OR BOLD FRESH TOUR "My wife and I would like to come and see you in Pasadena, but I think it's a bit pricey for these times. You should donate the money to Haiti. Maybe then we'd change our minds." Valentin Pop Cathedral City, CA "The question I have is, who is dumb and who is dumber?" Jerry Sabino Dalzell, SC "I just got second row tickets to the Bold Fresh tour in Pasadena! Are you and Glenn going to have a kissing booth to raise money for Haiti?" Susan Fink Simi Valley, CA Posted by Factor Producers at 3:20 PM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 15, 2010 Viewer Mail for Friday, January 15 AMERICAN GENEROSITY Anti-U.S. critics call us the Great Satan, but when you look at the numbers, this country is contributing above and beyond to the relief effort in Haiti. "After all the criticism of the Bush administration's response to Hurricane Katrina, it seems there's a delay in getting water, food and medical assistance to the Haitian people." Les Hensley Austin, TX "I'm not a fan of Iran, but the 20 tons of food they're sending is nothing for you to sneeze at. I'm sure the Haitian people appreciate anything they can get right now." Darren Brown Merced, CA "I think it's valid to criticize Obama's slowness in addressing the terror attack. His speed in reacting to Haiti, while admirable, only highlights the difference." Tara McSherry St. Louis, MO "It would be wrong for Obama, on the day of the Haitian earthquake, to spend time complimenting Americans who choose to help Haiti. It's not always about us." Kathy London Hanover, NM "This country has done more good and freed more people than every other country on the planet combined." Vince Laurelli Huntingdon Valley, PA "To berate President Obama for his quick response to Haiti is petty. If he waited, he would have looked bad to his friends around the world." Jason Toberg Portland, OR "Maybe you could use your international audience to create some healthy competition, and we'll see if other countries can match America's generosity." Tom Spahn Cincinnati, OH "Even though Venezuela, Russia and some other countries have sent minimal help, we should not belittle their efforts. This just exemplifies American exceptionalism." Anil Kilpadikar Tulsa, OK "Obviously, the Haitian government can't run its own country or provide its people any stability. Their best chance is to apply to be the 51st state of America." Jorge Fernandez Springville, CA "While you're finding out how much various nations are contributing to Haiti, please tell us how much is coming from Oprah's favorite nanny state, Denmark." Richard Walter Williamsport, PA "It's ironic that we're going to give $100 million to Haiti, while it's going to cost $200 million to cover the terror trials in New York." Michael Werner Yardley, PA "You chastised the Chinese for giving only $5 million. Did you ever stop to think the $100 million we're giving actually belongs to the Chinese?" Celina Degeytair Lafayette, LA "Bravo for the U.S. being there when others need help. Where are al Qaeda, the Taliban, Chavez and all the other thugs who say the USA is so evil?" Bob Ashworth Cape Coral, FL "It appears that more effort was made to get reporters and cameras to Haiti than food and water. Politics as usual?" Christine Sexton Kato Pasadena, CA "In typical liberal fashion, President Obama seems to believe that throwing money and resources at a problem will fix it." John Fusco Scarsdale, NY "Regarding the Haiti relief fund, I have already been giving and will probably continue giving money to Haiti for years to come. By that, I mean my taxpayer dollars." Doug Heiser Globe, AZ CRAZY TALK Actor Danny Glover accuses the U.S. of exploiting Haiti and says the earthquake was a result of no climate deal at the Copenhagen summit. "Let me see if I get this right: if the taxes on my utilities had been jacked up by politicians in Denmark, the earthquake wouldn't have hit Haiti?" Anna McIlwain Tuscaloosa, AL "And I thought the crazy one in 'Lethal Weapon' was Riggs." Chris Wilson Nantucket, MA "Danny Glover just doesn't get it. America has done more to assist any and every nation in crisis since our inception." Eric Shames Scarsdale, NY "Who's a bigger pinhead - Pat Robertson who thinks God is mad and punishing Haiti, or Danny Glover who thinks the earth is mad and punishing Haiti?" Michael Porter Beavercreek, OH "If there's another aftershock in Haiti, I think it will be caused by Danny Glover's popularity crashing among the regular folks." Ken Wells Knightstown, IN "Mr. Glover is no lethal weapon, but more like a lethal traitor. He loves to badmouth the U.s. and praise Cuba and Venezuela. Pack up and move!" Tony Mesa Miami, FL "I think Danny Glover attributes the earthquake in Haiti to global warming, and for that he is completely crazy." Robert Anderson Everett, WA "I will never spend another cent to see a Danny Glover movie. This guy needs to move in with his friend Hugo in South America." Don Elden Tulsa, OK "I hope Danny Glover's comment about the earthquake being caused by global warming puts him firmly in the pinhead hall of fame." Tim Davis White Lake, MI MISCELLANEOUS "Ringling Brothers must be confused. Naming their elephant Baby Barack doesn't make any sense - elephants are the Republican symbol!" Doug Faxon Denton, NC Posted by Factor Producers at 3:25 PM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 14, 2010 Viewer Mail for Thursday, January 14 DISASTER IN HAITI How can anybody be anti-American when we are once again leading the charge to save a country in crisis? "Why can't we send $100 million to the states affected by Hurricane Katrina instead of Haiti where the money will most likely be stolen or never reach those who actually need it?" Butch Harris Benton Harbor, MI "Why should individuals send funds to Haiti? Isn't the $100 million taxpayer dollars enough?" Susan Zion Fortson, GA "We shouldn't throw money away in second and third world countries. It has never worked successfully." Norman Bitter Fresno, CA "With all of our difficulties in this country right now, I don't know how we can justify sending $100 million to Haiti." Julie Rossi Albrightsville, PA "I'm Haitian and know the problem of corruption in my country first-hand. The gangsters are state-sponsored. And money has been pilfered by a series of corrupt leaders and foreign profiteers." Stanley Lucas Alexandria, VA "I was going to donate money to Haiti, but after hearing that it might not get into the right hands, I've reconsidered." Ed Ippilito Islip Terrance, NY "We can help both Haiti and the U.S. out of this disaster. Out of work American contractors can be key to the rebuilding effort." Melody Thomas Bay Shore, NY "Haiti is a failed product of internationalism. The people are totally helpless and roam the streets waiting for others to help them." Philip Michaels Cumming, GA PRAISING SOCIALISM? Oprah Winfrey does a show on how Danish people are the happiest people in the world, profiling their entitlement society. "My liberal daughter recently spent three months in Denmark and was impressed by their lack of individual ambition." Wayne Pierantoni, M.D. Macomb, MI "As a Danish citizen, I can tell you cars in Denmark cost four times as much as they do in the U.S. That's why everyone rides bikes, not to save the environment." Anne Lise McGee Harvest, IL "I'm sure if Oprah wanted to move to Denmark, they would love to have her." Larry Underwood Athens, AL "Ask Oprah how many Danish airplanes, rescue workers and relief supplies have been sent to Haiti so far?" Todd Sandoval Pinecrest, FL "The question isn't whether Danes are subjectively happier than Americans. The question is, are they freer than us. And the answer is no." Gordon Moller Grapevine, TX "In Denmark, the government pays for everyone's health care. When was the last time you heard about a medical breakthrough coming from that country?" Jennifer Walter Holden, ME "It's not that people are environmentally-conscious in Denmark, as Oprah said. They ride bicycles because gasoline is $7.50 a gallon." Jim Medland Tempe, AZ "Most of Europe has one pretty big line item missing from their budgets. National defense." Heath Schubert Minneapolis, MN "With tax rates that high, I sincerely doubt someone who earns as much as Oprah Winfrey would be willing to take up residence in Denmark." Terrence Lee North York, Ontario OUTRAGEOUS COMMENT Evangelist Pat Robertson says Haiti made a deal with the devil in gaining its independence from France. He claims that explains all the country's hardships. "Somebody needs to put Pat Robertson in a closet during times of crisis. His remarks must have send 3 million voters to the Democratic party." Ray Fencl Alpena, MI "Pat Robertson may say things people strongly disagree with, but his humanitarian organization was among the first on the ground to help the Haitian people." John Capomaggi San Jose, CA "As tragic as the situation in Haiti may be, we shouldn't ignore historical facts. The pact with the devil happened around 1802. Why do you think the Dominican Republic is far better off than Haiti?" Bethel Bennett Miami, AZ "I reject whatever God Pat Robertson claims to represent." Alan Dyer Leander, TX "I'm disappointed you didn't make Pat Robertson a pinhead. I can't imagine anyone saying something more hateful, racist and ignorant." Mary Dee Michigan "I just sent a donation in Pat Robertson's name to the International Red Cross for Haitian disaster relief. I hope Pat can feel my finger in his eye." William Smith Phuket, Thailand PINHEAD ALERT! Actor Kiefer Sutherland shows up on Dave Letterman's show wearing a dress after losing a bet on an NFL playoff game. "Jack Bauer is not a pinhead!" Claire Klingelhofer Lake Orion, MI "If indeed Kiefer Sutherland was honoring a bet he made, he is a patriot. Maybe you're miffed because he has nicer legs than you." Steven Stasiewicz Sauk Rapids, MN "Mr. Sutherland is a patriot for keeping his word, unlike President Obama on televised health care negotiations." Clint Crockett Winchester, CA "I would say Kiefer Sutherland is a pinhead for going on Letterman's show, but a patriot for keeping his word on that bet." Paul Houseknecht Mesa, AZ "I think you should give Kiefer a break on this one. He's good for his word and that makes him a patriot!" John Munka Copley, OH Posted by Factor Producers at 12:19 PM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 13, 2010 Viewer Mail for Wednesday, January 13 POLL PROBLEM? Why are President Obama's approval ratings so low? What can he do to bring them back up? "I don't think President Obama's poll numbers will go back up. He promised jobs would be created from the stimulus package, and most people know that didn't happen." Stephanie Moss Port Charlotte, FL "I'm sick of hearing that Obama inherited the bad economy. He was part of Congress for two years before becoming President." Michelle McDonald Hartville, OH "It's true the economy will invariably turn around, but not because of any of Obama's policies. It will turn around because of the nature of business cycles." Raymond Pastores Calabasas, CA "I voted for Ronald Reagan, I remember Ronald Reagan. And Barack Obama is no Ronald Reagan." Kenneth Barber Oxford, AL "The big difference between low polling for Obama and Reagan in their first years in office is that Obama has the press in his back pocket. Imagine what the President's poll numbers would look like without media support." Roy Russen Gillette, NJ COMEDY LEFTY? Comedy Central's Jon Stewart goes after conservatives who are pounding the Obama administration for having terror incidents happen on their watch, while simultaneously saying the Bush administration had no terror incidents after 9/11. Does Stewart have a point or is he now Obama's defender-in-chief? "At one time, Jon Stewart was cutting edge and funny with acerbic wit. However, he's crossed over from being critical to just being cynical." Stephen Scott Tulsa, OK "Stewart defends Obama and also picks on Obama, but you always defend Sarah Palin. I never see you pick on her. People who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones." Peter Gazzara Reading, MA "When are you going to start charging Jon Stewart for providing him with material for his show?" Duane Sorensen Burbank, CA "Jon Stewart only points out the hypocrisy of all politics. If you watch more than one episode of his show, he's actually turning away from the Obama administration." Don Gagnon Sanford, FL "Jon Stewart isn't being fair. The shoe bomber incident happened while the Bush anti-terror policies were in their infancy." Edwin Ayala Rolling Meadow, IL "Enough with Jon Stewart. Three people watch him and they're probably all too young to vote." Tom Hays Sacramento, CA "Are you kidding me? You chastise Jon Stewart for watching Obama's back when you have been doing that very thing for months?" Timothy Reiser Sublimity, OR "I'm a liberal and I love your show. You are truly magnetic, but please admit that Jon Stewart is a genius." Girish Pai Berkeley, CA WILD HORSES Actress and animal rights activist Bo Derek talks about the plight of wild horses, who are being rounded up by authorities in the West as part of a population control program. "Thanks to Bo Derek for speaking out about the plight of American mustangs. The federal government sold out to cattle lobbyists and the horses are losing the land initially set aside for them." Nancy Single Cathedral City, CA "I give Bo Derek a 10 for intelligence. She still looks pretty good too." Herb Schwarz Mill Creek, WA "As a resident of Nevada, I agree with Bo Derek. The mustangs compete with cattle for food and water on public land, and, unfortunately, the horse advocates don't have the financial resources of the cattle ranchers." Gary Griffith Gardnerville, NV "As a Nevadan, I can tell you Bo Derek is dead wrong. I've seen the devastation stray horses cause when their populations are not properly managed." Gus Bradley Elko, NV MILLER TIME Dennis analyzes Sarah Palin's first appearance in the no spin zone as a member of the Fox News team. "The Miller radio caller who suggested you name your segment with Palin 'Beauty & The Beast' should be ashamed. He shouldn't call the Governor a beast." Ed Lawhun Bucyrus, OH "I agree with Dennis when he says we need someone like Gov. Palin in the White House. The geniuses we have in there now lack common sense." Alice Swetzer Manton, CA "We need regular folks running this country who think about the real problems the majority of Americans face." Charlie Brents Greenwood, MO Posted by Factor Producers at 12:18 PM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 12, 2010 Viewer Mail for Tuesday, January 12 FOX NEWS DEBUT Sarah Palin enters the no spin zone for her first appearance as a member of the Fox News team. How'd she do? "Liberals are threatened by Sarah Palin because she has class, something Paul Begala is clearly lacking." Pat Corbat Avilla, IN "When you asked Palin about the critical comments by Steve Schmidt, she showed real class. She doesn't throw mud and she doesn't name-call. This is truly refreshing." Jamie Roden Topsail, NC "Liberals have been calling conservatives stupid for eons. Stop asking Sarah Palin about it - it's a waste of her time and talent." Cara Charanza Bryan, TX "The liberal media's contempt for Sarah Palin is not surprising for one reason and one reason only: she is pro-life." Kasey Castillo Arroyo Grande, CA "Sarah Palin is a success story: she's a mother, grandmother, former governor and VP nominee. And she did it all by herself, without the government's help. That's why liberals don't like her." Bill Bucco Lincroft, NJ "It's unfortunate that you focused your first interview on the liberal attacks against Gov. Palin's intelligence." Suzanne Burke East Amherst, NY "I disagree with Sarah Palin when she says Americans aren't interested in her understanding of the Korean War or her views on Iraq's involvement in 9/11." Nick Myers Mt. Pleasant, MI "You should have asked Sarah Palin the difference between North and South Korea. That way your viewers could decide who's lying - her or the authors of that new book." Khaiman Isaacson Fogel Seabstopol, CA "You practically begged Ms. Palin to rebut the '60 Minutes' piece on her and she declined to do it. You were on your game, and Sarah Palin was a disappointing first date." Rick Waldemar Inverness, FL "The appeal of Sarah Palin is she uses common sense to satisfy the pseudo-intellectuals. They interpret it as a lack of smarts. Sounding smart is not the same as being smart." Rick Young Pittsford, NY "Gov. Palin did not defend herself well against attacks by Schmidt and '60 Minutes.' Where's the hockey mom pitbull we met at the Republican convention?" Mikki Todd Mechanicsburg, PA "Sarah Palin's debut just reinforced what many Americans already know to be true: she is bright, honest and prepared to lead this country." Diane Lytwyn Fairfield, CT "Sarah Palin still sounded like a candidate. I hope her analysis gets sharper as time goes by." Paul Garrett Taylors, SC "As an Alaskan registered Republican and supporter of Sarah Palin, I give her FNC debut a C-. She was too politically correct when analyzing the Harry Reid situation." Mike Haley Anchorage, AK "I love Sarah Palin but her unwillingness to call for a military solution to nuclear Iran was the equivocation of an aspiring politician." Michael Raimondo Gouldsboro, PA "Sarah Palin did quite well in her first appearance as a Fox News contributor, but it was inappropriate for you, Crowley and Colmes to critique her immediately afterwards." Nan Bopp Beaufort, SC "The liberals are so afraid of Sarah Palin that they spend all their time trying to discredit her. In the process, they are just making themselves look foolish." Billy Cruce Quartz Hill, CA TEACHER CONTROVERSY A middle school teacher in Arkansas breaks up a fight between two girls... and now he's in trouble for being too rough! "Give the man a raise and a few days off. We need more teachers like him." Ken Redetzke Miramar Beach, FL "The teacher's actions in a crisis don't have to be right; they just have to be reasonable." Charlotte Byrd New Castle, DE "As a teacher, I came to realize breaking up a fight is asking for a lawsuit. Send for a police officer and keep the other kids away." Elaine Flaherty San Antonio, TX "I retired from public school as a teacher and what this Arkansas man did to that uncivilized student deserved a medal, not a reprimand." Cleo Phillips Spencer, OK "The school got it wrong: the girls who were fighting deserve suspension, and the teacher deserves a raise for bravely breaking up the violence." Susan McKelvey Camden, AL Posted by Factor Producers at 12:15 PM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 11, 2010 Viewer Mail for Monday, January 11 RACIAL REMARK A new book about the 2008 campaign claims Senate Majority leader Harry Reid said Barack Obama was a great candidate because he was light-skinned and didn't speak in Negro dialect. "As an African-American, I'm very offended by what Harry Reid said, and even more offended that liberals want to sweep this under the rug because Al Sharpton said it's no big deal." Jackie Ragsdale Greensboro, NC "Keep Sen. Reid on the job. He is a gift to the Republican party." Gene Hensley Knoxville, TN "Harry Reid's comments may not be racist, but they were certainly elitist." Stephen Kangers Carolina Beach, NC "The simplest way for the President and Sen. Reid to resolve the racial comments would be for them to engage in yet another beer summit." Marty Hill Lineboro, MD "I'm an African-American and how dare Sen. Reid assume he can apologize just to the President. I don't think his comments were acceptable." Marie Peterson Marietta, GA "We're now using Trent Lott as a benchmark? That's not the point. The point is Harry Reid is an elected official who made a racial comment. He should resign." Alan Martinka Bartlett, TX "I hate defending a pinhead like Harry Reid, but I don't think he should be fired. Revive free speech in America." Demosthenes Gelopulos Valparaiso, IN "Senator Reid didn't offend Obama. It is the rest of the black community who should be offended." Dottie Gilder Jacksonville, FL "Harry Reid is accusing all white people of being racist. He's saying we'd only vote for a light-skinned man to be president. The media seems to be ignoring this." Matt White Brentwood, TN "I find it amazing that President Obama accepted Harry Reid's apology on behalf of all Americans. I am white and find it extremely insulting." Bernadette Harney Brick, NJ "As a brown-skinned black woman, I'm offended by Harry Reid's comments. It brings to mind the age-old struggles with light-skin being preferable to dark-skin." Deborah Ruffin Roanoke, VA "Marc Lamont Hill says Harry Reid's record entitles him to forgiveness. But did Trent Lott have a record of being a racist?" Nathan Smith Monroe, NY "I wish you would have asked Dr. Hill if he thought all the people who voted for Strom Thurmond in South Carolina were racist." Ron Timm Oshkosh, WI "Lanny Davis says Republicans should have stood up for Trent Lott the way Democrats are rallying around Harry Reid. I don't think he understands the double standard." Rose Beebe Sioux Falls, SD "When Dr. Hill said there was no hypocrisy in the Democratic reaction to Reid's comments, he lost all credibility with me." Kevin Dunn Ojai, CA "If you agree with liberals politically, your sins are all forgiven. If not, you are a racist." Dan Dawson Keyser, WV POLITICAL FORCE First Lady Michelle Obama is taking a more active role in some policy issues, including health initiatives to fight childhood obesity. "The White House has been very strategic with Michelle Obama. Magazine covers, benign interviews, Iron Chef, book readings. Now that her approval ratings are high, her emergence as a political figure should come as no surprise." Kelli Smith Ashland, VA "I can't believe you compared Michelle Obama to Jackie O. Not even close. Mrs. Kennedy's class would never allow her to dress in jeans and a Gap t-shirt." Bonnie Cousino Jenison, MI LATE-NIGHT WAR! The battle between Jay Leno and Conan O'Brien, both vying for the 11:35 time slot at NBC, is heating up. "Of course, Jeff Zucker has kept his job at NBC. He made GE billions off the American taxpayers by getting Obama elected." Larry Gilliam Sparta, KY "I believe Jeff Zucker has made NBC a jejune network. That's why nobody is watching!" Johnny Thomas Rockwall, TX "Why don't Conan and Jay share the time slot at NBC? They could trade off nights or weeks." Lea Bush Brentwood, TN "Jay Leno created this whole mess by telling NBC he wanted to retire, then changing his mind once Conan O'Brien took over for him." Dan & Betty Davis Hemet, CA "I think Jay and Conan should co-host in the 11:35 time slot. Then NBC has the best of both worlds and gets to keep two stars." Tim Wurmlinger Leonardtown, MD CANADIAN PINHEADS? Reports that Halle Berry and her family bypassed airport security in Montreal. Does the special treatment make her and airport officials pinheads? "You owe Ms. Berry an apology. A celebrity of her stature waiting around the airport would cause more problems than necessary." Anthony Franza Stuart, FL "Halle Berry isn't a pinhead. Blame the Montreal airport. All the actress did was take advantage of their misguided hospitality and favoritism." Jon Zetts, Sr. Gaithersburg, MD "Halle Berry paid for executive class tickets at $3,000+ a piece. She was definitely entitled to bypass the security line." Frank Giannantonio Mississauga, Ontario Posted by Factor Producers at 11:54 AM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 8, 2010 Viewer Mail for Friday, January 8 LET'S WORK TOGETHER The President urges Americans that now is not the time for ideological bickering, but a time to come together to work to protect the country from terrorism. "Obama says we have to stop the partisanship and demonstrate citizenship. This might happen if he showed some leadership." Bob Baker Dennis, MA "Obama can talk the talk, but he doesn't walk the walk. He thinks all he needs to do is go out and give one of his flowery speeches and people will stop criticizing him." Ed Dempsey Powell, OH "Contrary to the President's belief, criticizing him is not an act of sedition. It's a right of citizenship." Daniel Jeffs Apple Valley, CA "If Barack Obama wants the respect of conservatives, he must demonstrate tough leadership on the war on terror and rethink his economic policies. To date, I've seen neither." Sandy Williams Pasco, WA "I'm trying to figure out why the President is calling for bipartisanship on terror issues, but has no problem locking everyone out of the health care debate." Mike Madsen Eagle Mountain, UT "Obama is still criticizing President Bush in every speech, yet he wants conservatives to stop questioning his policies? Puh-lease!" Tom Wagner Tulsa, OK SECRET NEGOTIATIONS Despite Barack Obama's campaign promise to make health care deals open to the public, Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid are preventing C-SPAN from airing negotiations. "I'm a Democrat who likes the idea of health care reform. However, I'm disappointed in Reid, Pelosi, etc. for not putting the debate on C-SPAN." Mike Bohr Williamsport, PA "As President Obama has said, the buck stops here. If he really wanted to fulfill his campaign promise of transparency, he could make it happen." Kristin Parker Haddonfield, NJ "While Obama obviously can't force Pelosi and Reid to open the health care debate to C-SPAN cameras, if he were truly as post-partisan has he's claimed to be, he'd publicly implore them to do so." Fred Schwartz Burlington, NJ "I don't want all bills debated on C-SPAN, just the ones that cost $800 billion and look like they're steeped in corruption." Tony Viardo Chicago, IL "Obama certainly can make Reid and Pelosi open the health care negotiations to C-SPAN. All he has to do is promise to veto the bill if they don't." Jim Lucas Carthage, MO "If President Obama was a man of his word, he would inform Pelosi and Reid that if they don't let C-SPAN carry the health care debate, he won't let the bill go forward." Jerry Rambin Hueytown, AL NOT SO FUNNY! Joy Behar marvels at the success of Sarah Palin's book, saying her base doesn't read. "The only people who laughed at Joy Behar's Sarah Palin joke were the 16 people watching CNN at the time." Brenda Olsen Arlington, WA "I never knew Joy Behar was a comedian. I just thought she was obnoxious." Steve Loschke Valley Stream, NY "Thanks for exposing the amazing ignorance of Joy Behar. It reminded me and all my friends to buy Sarah Palin's book." Gregg Richter Pine, CO "Joy Behar's comment that Sarah Palin's base can't read may be funny. What she forgot to mention was that we can think and speech intelligently, unlike Ms. Behar." Marion Mandeville Hays, KS "I couldn't help but wonder what it must have felt like to Joy Behar to have the number one cable news show call her dumb. It made me smile." Tommy Brown Wake Forest, NC "Joy behaves like a high school girl jealous of the class president. She should stay out of the political realm and work on trying to be funny." Karen Hart Sunbury, OH "Having to watch Joy Behar and Sandra Bernhard in HD on a big-screen TV should be considered a form of torture, on par with waterboarding." Mike Ragland Apex, NC "I frankly don't find Joy Behar to be a good comedian. However, her Palin comment was a bit funny." Patrick Martin-Vegue Gold Coast, Australia HAPPY BIRTHDAY! The Factor celebrates Elvis Presley's 75th birthday. "Kudos to your producer for putting together the Elvis tribute you played on Friday. No matter how much time passes, the sights and sounds of Elvis never get old." Terri Lyn Jones Temecula, CA "Your Elvis tribute was the best I've seen all day. But this is the Factor, and of course, we're trained to expect excellence." Rita Davis Magnolia, AR "In the future when speaking of Elvis Presley as a patriot, please consider all his work funding military causes. He surely was a patriot." Grace Ellis Brownsville, TX "Being a big fan of Elvis and his music, I would say it was his answering his country's call to military service that reflects his patriotism best." Jack Azevedo Santa Clara, CA "Thank you for the Elvis tribute on his 75th birthday. For that, you are a patriot!" Jeanne Pellicani East Northport, NY Posted by Factor Producers at 1:36 PM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 7, 2010 Viewer Mail for Thursday, January 7 ADDRESSING TERRORISM President Obama speaks to the country about the failures leading up to the Christmas day terror plot. Is he tough enough on terrorism? "As a former teacher, I'm tired of hearing President Obama's empty speeches that say nothing that we don't already know. I require more information when grading essays from fourth graders." Lorraine Quaranta Staten Island, NY "President Obama said in his speech that we should come together to combat terrorism. How are we citizens supposed to do that?" Deborah Boatman Salem, IL "If Obama is truly serious about defeating terrorism, he needs to take immediate action and stop talking about what he's going to do. We've got to be on the offensive." Bud Welch Snohomish, WA "Homeland Security chief Janet Napolitano should be replaced. She is simply in over her head." Stan Freedman Santa Ynez, CA "You're not giving the President a fair and balanced shot. He's doing his best to deal with the complicated issue of terrorism. You should recognize that more." Harrison Brown Burlington, VT "President Obama needs to put someone who can protect our nation at the head of Homeland Security. There is no reason to keep an incompetent person." Anita Williams Tyler, TX "President Obama has to wake up and realize this is a war against brutal terrorists. No more spin!" Bernie Lynch Newnan, GA NBC IN CHAOS? Reports that NBC wants to return Jay Leno to his 11:30 slot after moving him to 10pm, a move that many considered a big mistake. "The low ratings at NBC could be a direct result of many people turning away from the network because of Jeffrey Immelt's influence with the Obama administration." Jo Ann Bolhofner St. Louis, MO "I think Leno should sign a late-night contract with Fox. He'd be in much better company and could regain his late-night audience." Tanner Tankersley Gladewater, TX "I don't care if Jay Leno comes on at ten, eleven, or 11:30. I just record it and watch it the next day." Ben Hernandez Colorado Springs, CO "Jay Leno moving out of the 10pm time slot will give thousands of jobs back to the entertainment industry. NBC is making the right move on this one." Chris Walmer Los Angeles, CA BLOOD MONEY? The singer Beyonce reportedly received $2 million from Moammar Gaddafi's son for a private NYE performance on St. Bart's. Is there anything wrong with that? "I think Gaddafi is the victim here. Two million bucks for Beyonce to perform? For that kind of money, he should have gotten Glenn Beck." Larry Veasman Ann Arbor, MI "Most people don't even know who are Vice President is. Do you really think Beyonce knows who Moammar Gaddafi is, let alone his son?" Kelly Stewart Woodbridge, VA "I'm a student at Syracuse University and was outraged to hear Beyonce accepted a gig for Hannibal Gaddafi. I'd love to see her come here and explain herself to the families of the victims of Pan-Am 103." Neal Casey Syracuse, NY "Beyonce performing for the Gaddafi family makes her the Jane Fonda of this generation." Tom Magnafici St. Croix Falls, WI "I have no problem with Beyonce taking the money if she plans to give it to the U.S. troops her protect her freedom." Russ McIntire St. Petersburg, FL "Beyonce missed a golden opportunity to deal a big blow to the morale of terrorists by donating the Gaddafi money to the victims of the Pan Am bombing." Jason Gilbert Rancho Santa Fe, CA 911 CULPABILITY? A 21-month-old baby dies after choking in a soccer net. Now his parents have filed a federal lawsuit, saying the 911 operator wasn't able to walk them through CPR or other life-saving techniques. "If the 911 operator money, would that make he or she a better 911 operator? It's frustrating to think salary correlates to work ethic." John Burckhard Rapid City, SD "As a retired police chief, I know 911 operators in many jurisdictions are trained to instruct callers how to perform CPR by phone. They are given immunity from lawsuits." Luther Kim Corpus Christi, TX "As a 911 dispatcher, I often give CPR instructions over the phone. We are trained to do telephone CPR and have a computer system that helps us through the process." Julie Heelan Phoenix, AZ "How about this for a federal law - if you want to have a child, you must know CPR. It's not the 911 operator who failed the little boy, it was the mother." Larry Veasman Ann Arbor, MI "I find it appalling that 911 operators are not required by law to know CPR or the Heimlich maneuver. Many lives could be saved." Tanner Tankersley Gladewater, TX "I do think 911 operators should be required to know how to talk people through basic life saving techniques. But parents should be required to know basic life saving techniques." Tom Sheahan Butler, PA Posted by Factor Producers at 11:02 AM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 6, 2010 Viewer Mail for Wednesday, January 6 VIVA LA FRANCE? A new ranking by International Living magazine says France is the best country in which to live. The U.S. ranks #7, falling four spots since last year. "As an American citizen who formerly lived in France, I know France is not the best country to live in. People of means in Paris flock to American hospitals every chance they get." Frederica Sinclair Fountain Hills, AZ "If the health care system in France is so great, why did they have so many older people die a few years ago during a heat wave?" Robert Resnick Farmington Hills, MI "France is a great place to live if you're among the elite, not so much if you aren't. Sarkozy is facing a revolt from universities who don't want to admit non-elites." Mary McLemore Pike Road, AL "After a bunch of elderly people died during a heat wave, France has a ways to go before I move there for its health care system." Joy Buerge Malibu, CA "France? Where 1,200 cars were torched over New Year's?" John Hyde Bryan, TX SMALL BALL? Does the latest thwarted terror attack prove that al Qaeda's sophistication level has decreased after the spectacular attack on 9/11? "I agree with you about al Qaeda being downgraded, and I believe that's a direct tribute to the Bush-Cheney anti-terror policies." Michael Williams Atkinson, NH "You're a knucklehead, Bill, if you think blowing up a plane in a major American city is small ball." Cliff Cramp Fullerton, CA "Dennis Miller is right - this latest attempt is not amateurish. On the contrary, al Qaeda is doing its same pre-9/11 process where it's poking and prodding our intelligence for holes to exploit." Christian Pizarro Boonsboro, MD "It is likely the Christmas day incident was just a test. The sophistication of this ruthless enemy is finding ways to turn our systems into weapons of destruction." William McCormick Fredericksburg, VA "This was a calculated attack that almost succeeded. Don't let your guard down against al Qaeda - it's not run by the likes of Larry, Moe and Curly." Tommy Saracino Oakland, MI "This is deadly serious. I believe al-Qaeda is testing our resolve and the big one is coming." Barb Collins Pittsford, NY SELLING SALADS? The latest from Carl's Jr. features reality TV star Kim Kardashian eating salad in bed and in a bathtub. "I like to look at beautiful women as much as anyone else, but Carl's Jr. commercials disgust me. They portray the table manners of a heathen." Clyde Hurst Kingman, AZ "Concerning the Carl's Jr. salad commercial... what salad?" Rob Lewis Honolulu, HI "I'm a red-blooded 46-year-old man who hasn't spent a dime on Carl's Jr. since their first stupid commercial with Paris Hilton." Jay Tepe Joplin, MO "Somebody tell Ms. Kardashian you're supposed to wait 30 minutes after eating a salad to bathe." Mike Russell Layton, UT DRUNK DIVA At the Palm Springs Film Festival, Mariah Carey accepts an award in a seemingly altered state. Did she make a fool of herself? You be the judge. "Mariah's drunken state is probably appropriate for the audience who watches those types of shows." David Brucks Seguin, TX "Maybe they should give breathalyzer tests to people receiving awards before they go on stage. Mariah Carey is definitely a pinhead." John Bosch Evergreen Park, IL "The rise in binge drinking, especially among young women, is a disturbing social trend. Mariah Carey shouldn't be fueling the fire." Sean Woods Olympia Fields, IL "It's impossible to tell if Mariah Carey was actually drunk because she's such a flibbertigibbet anyway." John Scanlan Hilton Head, SC MISCELLANEOUS "Love the show. Try not be ballyrag the hapless liberals too much." Earl Myers Lock Haven, PA Posted by Factor Producers at 10:58 AM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 5, 2010 Viewer Mail for Tuesday, January 5 MUSLIM PROFILING Muslim rights groups are concerned that the Christmas day attack will lead to profiling at the nation's airports and elsewhere. "I've flown El Al several times. They go beyond profiling: if you have a certain passport, you can't buy tickets at all. Those folks don't even get to airport security." Stephen Martin Scottsdale, AZ "Ibrahim Hooper should be using his platform on the Factor to condemn Islamic terrorists, instead of whining about profiling." Abe Gaspar Sunrise, FL "Perhaps your guest needs to understand that although all Muslims are not terrorists, all terrorists have been Muslims." Kevin Adams St. Louis, MO "I agree with you that all young people of Arab descent should be subject to profiling. If tall, Scandinavian supermodels were hijacking airplanes, I'd say all tall, Scandinavian people should be profiled." Vicki Schmeling West St. Paul, MN "Ibrahim Hooper says we're making an error by profiling. Let's err on the side of safety." Stanley Gershbein Ft. Lauderdale, FL "The question to Mr. Hooper: Where are the demonstrations and rallies by his group supporting America and denouncing radical terrorists?" Greg Wirth Scottsdale, AZ "When are people going to realize flying is a privilege, not a right. Some profiling and tough security should be expected." Eric Schneider Chicago, IL FULL BODY SCANS? In an effort to beef up security at the nation's airports, the Obama administration is considering full body scans. But the ACLU and others are opposed. "If travelers don't want to go through body scanners at airports, they are free to take alternative transportation -- trains, buses, boats, bikes, buggies, horseback, etc." Sam Smith Snowflake, AZ "A whole body scan would save tremendous amounts of money, time and personnel. Computers could distort passengers faces to ensure privacy. Problem solved." Hans Wiegert Memphis, TN "If people have nothing to hide, then why should they be embarrassed to go through the full-body scan?" Ben Kimmel Kenton, OH "I agree with Ann Coulter. I doubt the full body scanners could have detected the explosives sewn into the underpants of the Christmas day bomber." Lanny Marcus Cali, Colombia "The images of full body scans are clinical and will not be stored. If it keeps explosives off of airplanes, I don't have a problem with it." Lisa Shiver McNeal, AZ "If women are opposed to it because of privacy concerns, and England won't allow kids to be scanned because of child porn laws, let's just scan all the guys. They are the terrorists anyway." John White Simpsonville, SC "Let's hire professional medical personnel to oversee the body scanning. It would be no different than going to the doctor." Lt. Cmdr. Steven Jones (Ret.) Corpus Christi, TX "The ACLU wants to protect the privacy of Arab men flying on American planes. What does the ACLU want to do to protect me from terrorism?" Barry Hasterok Lake Elsinore, CA JUDICIAL OUTRAGE A Massachusetts judge lets a man accused of raping a 6-year-old girl out on low bail. Authorities say the man then raped a 3-year-old girl. Factor producer Dan Bank caught up with the judge. "I'm watching your reporter chase after that Massachusetts judge's car and was wondering if Fox News is giving away track scholarships?" Jerry Carlson Pewaukee, WI "Judges will not be held accountable until they can be sued for malpractice. Any judge who released a child rapist is committing malpractice." Joe Greenwell Richmond, TX "Perhaps Joseph Gardner should be sentenced to house arrest at Judge Brownell's home, with the honorable judge as his legal custodian." David Meadows Marlton, NJ "Judge Thomas Brownell is a pinhead! This child predator should have been in prison for years." Jerrick Villanueva Simi Valley, CA "I admire how your Factor team confronted the judge who allowed John Gardner to be bailed out of jail. This is a despicable human being who should have been locked up for life." Valerie Brunso Carmel, IN MUY CALIENTE! A weather girl in Mexico uses her personal assets to sell sunshine and rainclouds. She should be honored for her contribution to society! "I think the title of that Mexican weather report story should have been 'Weather Balloons.'" Jeff Blake Philadelphia, PA "Please hire Sugey Abrego to fill in for you when you're on vacation. Please go on vacation." Marc Golaszewski Phoenixville, PA "Enjoyed your patriot tonight. In Miami, there is a similar weather girl who is easy on the eyes." Rob Smith Orlando, FL Posted by Factor Producers at 2:35 PM - Link to this entry  Share this entry

January 4, 2010 Viewer Mail for Monday, January 4 RELIGIOUS ADVICE Fox News analyst Brit Hume takes some heat for offering golfer Tiger Woods this guidance to emerge from his personal mess: Find Jesus Christ. "Buddhists believe in forgiveness, but the only people Tiger Woods really needs to seek forgiveness from are his wife and kids." Apiwan Dejnaronk Arnold, MD "I commend Brit Hume for offering Mr. Woods a lifeline by speaking our the healing qualities of forgiveness and redemption -- qualities uniquely associated with the Christian faith. Media outlets who are distorting Brit's comments are being unfair." Jose Millan Placerville, CA "Brit Hume showed his ignorance of the Buddhist faith. His 'my religion is better than yours' comment only fuels the Christian-bashers." Steve Gavras Cottonwood, CA "Although I respect Brit Hume very much, I think his remark was in bad taste." Elizabeth Pyatt State College, PA "Thank God for men like Brit Hume who are willing to speak out regarding their beliefs. Tiger Woods should be grateful for the advice." Barbara Whitehead Coarsegold, CA "Au contraire, Brit! If Tiger found his soul, his life might be a lot better, but his golf game would probably go to pot." Les Keebler Billings, MT "Say it ain't so. Brit Hume asserting that Christianity would best serve Tiger Woods' lapse in moral behavior is bigotry, plain and simple." Lou Bonder Austin, TX "So I guess Brit Hume is now an expert on Buddhist. He thinks Tiger can only be forgiven if he believes in Jesus Christ, but I think forgiveness can only come from his wife Elin." Jessie Sweeney Portland, ME "Brit Hume is correct regarding the criticism he's receiving. When a person mentions the truth of Jesus Christ, all hell breaks loose." Milton Herrold, Jr. Orrstown, PA "Brit Hume obviously has a very personal relationship with Jesus Christ and he knows that is the only thing that can offer a lasting solution to anyone's problems." Larry Newcomb Harrisburg, NC "Hume's advice to Tiger Woods is far and away the boldest and freshest commentary I have ever seen on television." Carrie Barner Orlando, FL MUSLIM PROFILING? After another attempted terror attack and logjams at the nation's airport, would racial profiling at security stations make everyone's life easier and safer? "Profiling is considered good police work. Law enforcement throughout the country use this method to apprehend criminals every day." Lenny Tanchala, NYPD (Ret.) Henderson, NV "Airport security leaves a lot to be desired. We should follow Israel's example of looking for terrorists, not weapons." Gus Phillips Gastonia, NC "Holder and Obama think characters like Abdulmutallab should be protected from the values of conservative Americans. They think America is arrogant and should apologize to the world." Brent Severson Burnsville, MN "If it were their families on that plane, you can be sure the Obama administration would do everything possible to crackdown on terror." Joan Kopetsky Thompson, PA "We need to profile Islamists, not Arabs. Many of those who have attacked us are not Arabs." Randy DaRos Coventry, CT "Do you think that if all those bombers had red hair, freckles, shared the same faith and all came from the British Isles, there would be any problem singing them out?" Donald Giambalvo Dix Hills, NY RUMOR MILL American Idol star Adam Lambert takes O'Reilly to task on Leno's program. He claims O'Reilly spread a false rumor that his father was upset with him after his American Music Awards performance. Only problem is... O'Reilly never said that! "So Mr. Lambert complains about a rumor by starting another rumor?" John Kirschman Albuquerque, NM "Bill, I just checked my watch and Adam Lambert's 15 minutes are up." Mike Azzarello Thousand Oaks, CA "Is it me or is Adam Lambert starting to resemble Liza Minnelli? Just asking." Barbara McNeely Farmingville, NY "I think we should cut Mr. Lambert some slack. He's probably not even informed enough to know who you are, nevermind, what you've said." John Dyer Norman, OK MISCELLANEOUS "At a recent office meeting, I told a fellow employee to stop being a blooter. He replied that I must have one of those word of the day calendars. I said -- don't be a pecksniffian, watch the Factor!" Ray Younker Spokane, WA Posted by Factor Producers at 11:45 AM - Link to this entry  Share this entry