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Friday, March 09, 2007

Fox Noise presidential debate self-implodes

It's completely and utterly dead - all thanks to Roger Ailes:
Dear Marty,

A month ago, the Nevada Democratic Party entered into a good faith agreement with FOX News to co-sponsor a presidential debate in August. This was done because the Nevada Democratic Party is reaching out to new voters and we strongly believe that a Democrat will not win Nevada unless we find new ways to talk to new people.

To say the least, this was not a popular decision. But it is one that the Democratic Party stood by. However, comments made last night by FOX News President Roger Ailes in reference to one of our presidential candidates went too far. We cannot, as good Democrats, put our party in a position to defend such comments.

In light of his comments, we have concluded that it is not possible to hold a Presidential debate that will focus on our candidates and are therefore canceling our August debate. We take no pleasure in this, but it is the only course of action.

Sincerely,

Tom Collins
Chairman, Nevada State Democratic Party

Harry Reid
U.S. Senator (D-NV)
We commend Nevada Democratic leaders for finally seeing the light and pulling the plug on this terrible idea. Fox Noise is not a legitimate news organization. It is nothing less than a giant propaganda machine for the right wing and does not deserve any honors or favors from Democrats and progressives.

And we strongly applaud John Edwards' campaign for sending that message.

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