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Grim-Faced Katie Couric, Wearing Black, Downplays Success, Highlights Problems
The Today Show

Posted on 12/15/2003 4:42:43 AM PST by governsleastgovernsbest

Katie Couric didn't disappoint. As soon as the news of Saddam's capture broke yesterday, a number of FReepers began speculating as to how Couric would react to the "bad" news this morning.

I for one hypothesized that Katie would be wearing black, and sure enough, she was!

Couric interviewed Gen. Ricardo Sanchez. His troops captured Saddam, and Sanchez spoke with him personally on two occasions.

Throughout the interview, Katie maintained that grim, lock-jawed expression reserved for bad news and unpleasant interactions. Unless I'm mistaken, she never congratulated the general.

She quickly threw in Sanchez's face the response from Saddam when asked if he had WMD: "No of course not, the US dreamed them up to have a reason to go to war with us. We didn't allow inspections only because we didn't want them to go into presidential areas and intrude on our privacy."

Next, Katie wanted to paint a gloomy picture as to how Saddam's capture wouldn't improve the situation on the ground:

"Clearly, Saddam was in no position to orchestrate anything. Militarily, how much of the enemies' capabilities have really been degraded by this capture?"

"Isn't Saddam's capture basically just symbolic?"

Sanchez said that it was more than symbolic, and that although there would still be violence, this was a major step.

Couric wouldn't give up on her notion that Saddam's capture, if anything, makes things WORSE in Iraq.

"Soem are worried that this will actually incite more violence from members of the insurgency - Al Qaida, Islamic Jihadists. Couldn't it create a climate of more violence against US troops?"

Next, Katie sought to emphasize that the US has still failed to capture a more important fugitive.

Q: "Ibrahim Al-Duri is considered the real mastermind. How critical is his capture?"

Sanchez said that they would aggressively be seeking him and other HVTs (high value targets). The general concluded by very politely thanking Katie for her support!

Matt Lauer was much more balanced. He began by congratulating Gen. Odierno. and when Gen. Odierno concluded by saying "God Bless America," Lauer smiled pleasantly and said "nice way to end the interview."

Katie then interviewed Tim Russert. Russert observed that in his comments yesterday, Pres. Bush was quite measured. He wanted to avoid a repeat of the "Mission Accomplished" triumphalism.

Asked a worried Couric, "In political terms for Pres. Bush, is this a big boost, is it long-lasting?"

Russert: in the short term it is. If the economy is strong and Iraq is secure, he coasts to victory. Otherwise it could be tight.

Katie: "Everything seems to be so unpredictable [at least she hopes it is]. But when it comes to candidates particularly Dean, how does this affect him?

Russert: "Lieberman's statement about Dean, that if Dean were president Saddam would still be in power, was very aggressive. The issue will now really be engaged. Lieberman will carry the argument."

Finally, Katie wanted to portray the US as something of an international pariah, and to echo the official Dem line that the Saddam capture creates the opportunity for more internationlization:

Couric: "I think it's fair to say that the world view of the US not particularly favorable. Will the US use the capture of Saddam as an opportunity for more internationalization of the effort in Iraq?"

Russert: "This is a rare opportunity for a new beginning. Pres. Bush needs to be magnanimous."


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To: PJ-Comix
my friend Jessica's pre-graduation party from FAU

I'm actually a big Colgate fan. I was at their first-round playoff game against U Mass, and watched Saturday on TV as they took care of . . FAU! Oh well, at least we agree about Katie, Hillary et. al!

121 posted on 12/15/2003 5:49:56 AM PST by governsleastgovernsbest
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To: governsleastgovernsbest
"Isn't Saddam's capture basically just symbolic?"

A despot, a murderer, a tyrannical dictator is captured and this is what Baghdad Katie says? Does this not prove to the nation that this woman is no journalist, but is instead a mouthpiece for the left, and a blame America first traitor to her country?

Wishful thinking!

122 posted on 12/15/2003 5:52:08 AM PST by ladyinred (If all the world's a stage, I want to operate the trap door!)
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To: RottiBiz
I agree that there is every reason NOT to watch The Today Show and other liberal drivel. However, I do so, and post the results thereof, out of a combination of masochism and the belief that it's worthwhile to keep track of the nefarious doings of the liberal media.
123 posted on 12/15/2003 5:53:30 AM PST by governsleastgovernsbest
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To: governsleastgovernsbest
The Yesterday Show spared no expense in coming up
with this recreation of Saddam's last palace.

Maybe it will be Katie's Christmas present.

124 posted on 12/15/2003 5:54:11 AM PST by McGruff (President Bush sends his regards.)
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To: governsleastgovernsbest
Thank you!
We live in Detroit and do not get the Macy's Parade. My sister recorded it for me and we just got it. My six year old was enthralled but kept asking, "Who is that and why does she keep talking over the music?"

She can't even cover a parade!!! Who could expect her to cover such good news??
125 posted on 12/15/2003 5:57:10 AM PST by netmilsmom (Some minds are like concrete, thoroughly mixed up and permanently set.)
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To: xp38
who would have trouble with chad style voting

Yup, sounds like a Buchannan voter. ;-)

(Go Pat Go!)

126 posted on 12/15/2003 5:57:55 AM PST by StriperSniper (Sending the Ba'thist to the showers! ;-)
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To: governsleastgovernsbest
When I began reading this thread it seemed Kouric could not possibly be that bad. So I went to the TV and watched out here in the heartland of Minnesota. It was worse than you described!

The black dress, cadaverous facies were obvious, but she was also "white all over" and shaking in her hostility. This woman has lost her perspective and after not seeing her for a number of years it is apparent she is no longer fits the Limbaugh description of the "perky Katy." To be charitable, perhaps the death of her first husband and remarriage has done something to her ability to experience and reflect common human warmth.

PS: O'Reilly looked terrible but he made great points and was on target. I believe he is stretched to far and something has to break -- a daily TV program and a daily radio program are getting the best of him. He is right about the Islamofascists being irrational in their hatred but he could have said the same for the true believer religious liberals who never seem to lose the ability to hate the opposition and people of traditional faith.

PS #2: Gentlemen if your wife ever has the "flat-white-all-over-look, be circumspect in your speech and actions. Else you may face the same third degree that the general did.

127 posted on 12/15/2003 5:58:01 AM PST by shrinkermd (i)
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To: Johnny_Cipher
Thank G_d, Saddam didn't get away to "hopefully" Syria. Stuff it, Kattie.
128 posted on 12/15/2003 5:59:30 AM PST by oyez (Scratch one mad dog.)
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To: governsleastgovernsbest
Well, Russert announced that guess-who-else has suddenly announced that she too will be giving a foreign policy address today? You got it: Hillary!

But she ain't running in 2004
129 posted on 12/15/2003 6:00:22 AM PST by uncbob
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To: governsleastgovernsbest
A black-garbed, clenched-jaw Couric, desperately trying to put the worst possible spin on every aspect of the capture of Saddam Hussein.

This seems to be the prevalent mood at NBC ... yesterday Tom Brokaw acted pained and glum. Sort of like you would expect them to act if Hildabeast died unexpectedly.

130 posted on 12/15/2003 6:00:31 AM PST by BluH2o
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To: governsleastgovernsbest
guess-who-else has suddenly announced

I heard about her CFR speech last week. Did Timmy make it seem like it was sudden?

131 posted on 12/15/2003 6:02:41 AM PST by StriperSniper (Sending the Ba'thist to the showers! ;-)
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To: mhking; All
Is katie wearing something from the Billy Corgan / Hellraiser collection?

Very fitting look for the season (in hell).

132 posted on 12/15/2003 6:02:55 AM PST by new cruelty
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To: Savage Beast
"Liberals are fighting against
the tide of history"

Hey, you just nailed a second
thing they share w/terrorists
(Islamofascists)!

The first is, they all loathe
America.
133 posted on 12/15/2003 6:03:48 AM PST by txrangerette
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To: uncbob
Actually, I believe that Hillary *isn't* running in 2004. She's smart enough to know that the prospects for beating Pres. Bush aren't good.

Her strategy is to keep her name and face out there, while undermining the current crop of candidates. Her last-minute announcement of a foreign policy speech for today, which will partially drown out Dean's speech, is pure aggression.

She doesn't want to try to win in 2004, she just wants to make sure that the Dem candidate loses.
134 posted on 12/15/2003 6:04:18 AM PST by governsleastgovernsbest
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To: Ed_in_NJ
Yesterday, Dan Blather looked like he was about to burst into tears at any moment.

Did he ever! I happened to surf by when he had some guest on who was spouting that Saddams big plan wasn't the war but the insurgency and it would probably continue and Dan and the guest had been right all along...desperately, searching for, .....(gasp)....relevancy!!

It was totally disgusting because Rather was nodding and attentive and tried to be smug. Media Wankers.

Prairie

135 posted on 12/15/2003 6:05:23 AM PST by prairiebreeze (Rejoice in the love God has shown by sending His Son to live among us and in our hearts.)
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To: TomGuy
Dan Rather looked almost as bad
as Saddam. LOL
136 posted on 12/15/2003 6:05:47 AM PST by txrangerette
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To: StriperSniper
I hadn't heard before today about her speech, so when Russert mentioned it, I assumed it was a last minute announcement. My mistake, It would be interesting to know who announced their plans for a foreign policy speech for today first - Hillary or Dean.
137 posted on 12/15/2003 6:06:06 AM PST by governsleastgovernsbest
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To: governsleastgovernsbest
I was at their first-round playoff game against U Mass, and watched Saturday on TV as they took care of . . FAU!

Actually that was part of a joke I played yesterday morning. I saw a friend of mine, Ken, and yelled out, "Hey, did you hear the BIG NEWS?" Of course, Ken responded by saying, "Yeah, they caught Saddam." Then I acted befuddled and replied, "No, I meant the news about FAU losing yesterday."

p.s. I have to stay on the good side of my friend, Jessica, since she is destined to make Donald Trump look like small potatoes. She hasn't even graduated yet and two corporations are already competing to hire her at a huge salary and still allow her to complete her final three classes plus free trips to China. Jessica has the reputation of being the hardest working student to ever go to FAU.

138 posted on 12/15/2003 6:06:24 AM PST by PJ-Comix (Ladies and Gentlemen....WE GOT HIM!!!)
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To: governsleastgovernsbest
You are right this is a predictable as a Redskins loss.

Katie then interviewed Tim Russert. Russert observed that in his comments yesterday, Pres. Bush was quite measured. He wanted to avoid a repeat of the "Mission Accomplished" triumphalism.

The President never has used the words "Mission Accomplished." This is a lie that the leftist media continues to propagate in an attempt to minimize this great victory for the We the People of the United States.

139 posted on 12/15/2003 6:06:27 AM PST by Jimmy Valentine's brother ("Never trust a RAT with anything" - Angelwood)
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To: governsleastgovernsbest
Know thine enemy! You are performing a great service.

Those, like you, who watch to report to the rest of us are very much appreciated. You are our eyes and ears.

Thank you very much!
140 posted on 12/15/2003 6:06:50 AM PST by RottiBiz (Just a few dollars a month could end Freepathons.)
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