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| All content taken from The O'Reilly Factor on Fox News Channel. Each weeknight by 6 PM EST a preview of that evening's show will be posted and then updated with additional information the following weekday by noon EST.
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"Millions of Americans of all colors are fed up with race-baiters and accusations of racism. This vile stuff has been going on far too long and now, with the Wright controversy, critical mass has been reached. Millions of white Americans will no longer even think about discussing race with blacks - it is far too dangerous and any slip of the tongue can lead to big trouble. So what should be done? Well, full exposure of the race-baiters is number one, and they will be challenged here. Secondly, African Americans should understand that this stuff drives good people away from constructive dialogue that might advance racial harmony in America. The race baiters and the profiteers actually hurt minorities by inhibiting sincere discussion. If you've watched The Factor over the years, you know we have a great guest list filled with smart people of all ethnicities. We'll continue to do that in the No Spin Zone because no spin people come in all colors. But you race hustlers out there, you race baiters, you'd better watch it. We've got your number and the gloves are off."
The Factor pursued the race conversation with two black authors, beginning with Larry Elder. "I agree with every word you said," Elder said. "The fear of being perceived as being racist is probably a bigger problem than racism. The Democratic Party needs blacks to believe that racism is a large problem because they need that monolithic black vote. By any standard, the black middle class is thriving and black Americans are better educated and better fed than blacks anywhere in the world." Author Debra Dickerson disagreed with The Factor's assertion that calling someone a "racist" inhibits dialogue. "You have to sit down at the table and have these discussions, and the precious and tender feelings of white people are not the issue. If someone calls you 'racist,' are you going to shrivel up and die? You stand your ground. How do we have a conversation if you guys are going to pack up your ball and go home?" |
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| The Factor next spoke with Geraldine Ferraro, who was branded a racist when she suggested that Barack Obama benefits from being black. "These have been the worst three weeks of my life," Ferraro said. "If we can't talk about race in this country it's a real problem because there are things that need to be addressed in both black homes and white homes. The only people talking about race are people like Reverend Wright, who is screaming anti-white and anti-American sentiments from the pulpit." The Factor told Ferraro the attacks on her are a sad commentary. "When a liberal icon like you is branded a racist for saying something you believe, people will say they're not going to bother to talk. That's where we are. And the dishonest media allowed the attacks on you to go unchallenged." The Factor turned to black columnist Clarence Page, who reacted to the Ferraro interview. "You're right that the 'r' word is thrown around too much, to the point where it loses meaning. But at the same time, for her to say that Barack Obama is where he is because he's black is ludicrous." |
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More than 400 children, many of them in pioneer-style dresses and braids, were removed from a polygamist enclave in Texas. The Factor debriefed Austin reporter Foti Kallergis, who provided details on the compound. "This is the largest case in Texas history," Kallergis said. "This group is notorious for building underground tunnels and basements where they can hide children in case they try to escape. There was some sort of abuse that has been going on, and a judge ruled there was enough evidence to put 401 children in protective custody."
News Link: Abuse probed at polygamist compound |
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Within minutes of Charlton Heston's death, some left-wing bloggers posted hateful messages about the actor and his conservative views. The Factor welcomed Heston's friend and colleague Dick Van Patten, who lauded Heston's political courage. "He was very brave," Van Patten said, "because he knew his politics were unpopular here in Hollywood. He stood for what he thought was right and you have to admire him He was a real man and a real movie star." The Factor praised Heston for his work and his commitment. "He had a commanding presence. You can't learn that, you're born with it. He was also a patriot, and to see this vile stuff thrown at him is just a shame."
News Link: Daily Kos dances on Charlton Heston's grave |
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While introducing Barack Obama to a crowd, radio talk show host Ed Schultz called John McCain a "warmonger." An Obama spokesman later distanced the campaign from that insult, but Obama himself was silent. The Factor spoke about the incident with FNC analyst Juan Williams, who advised Obama to repudiate Schultz. "It's in his self interest, because if they want to get in the gutter they'll attack his wife and his patriotism. He should be ahead of the parade, saying we are not going to have that kind of gutter campaign, and he should condemn what Schultz had to say." Political observer Kinky Friedman took issue with Schultz's characterization of McCain. "He is not a warmonger. He is a warrior in the spirit of Yitzak Rabin, and warriors make the best peacemakers." The Factor theorized why Obama didn't get personally involved. "Obama didn't castigate Schultz because of MoveOn.org. Most of his money comes from the Internet, and the Obama campaign understands that any attack on a far-left person like Schultz can hurt them on the far left blogs."
News Link: Obama and McCain spar over 'warmonger' smear |
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| Substituting for Tonya Reiman, who had the night off, body language expert Maxine Lucille Fiel began her analysis with Jenny McCarthy, who got into a heated argument with a physician about child vaccinations and autism. "This woman is passionate," Fiel said of McCarthy, "and at one point she used her hand in a way as to say 'get away.' This woman means it and these guys were scared of her." Fiel next viewed tape of Gayle King categorically denying that she and Oprah Winfrey are lovers. "She is very open and I believe her. She leaned forward and everything about her is wide open. I believe she is telling the truth." Finally, Fiel watched "The View's" Whoopi Goldberg planting a kiss on Joy Behar. "That was very orchestrated, she moved in very slowly and knew exactly what she was doing. It was something she wanted to do for attention." |
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| Monday's Patriots: All of you who are bidding on BillOReilly.com for Bill's ties, with the proceeds going to the Wounded Warriors Project. And the Pinhead: Esai Morales, who played the captain in NYPD Blue, who accused Presidents Reagan and Bush of "promoting" crack cocaine by showing bags of it on TV. Nominate a Pinhead or a Patriot by sending an email to pnp@billoreilly.com. |
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A sampling of your weekend e-mails:
Joe Burton, New Zealand: "Mr. O'Reilly, you are actually a pinhead but we on the loony left still watch The Factor. It makes us laugh."
Bill Gibson, Murrieta, CA: "Bill, your detractors simply have no understanding of your perspicacity."
Dana Strange, Quantico, VA: "Margaret Hoover was right! Rosie's gay cruise helps families and creates a safe place for them."
Danniel Middleman, Dubuque, IA: "I practically fell out of my chair when I turned on HBO's family channel and saw the gay cruise show."
Shiu Ying Drennan, Gainesville, VA: "I was born in Taiwan and can say that anti-American movies do damage the country in the eyes of foreigners." |
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