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

The Today Show

[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."

[Lazamataz]

It's official. Al-Qaety Couric has joined Wahabbism and is an Islamic spokesperson.

From now on, please refer to her as Al-Qaety Couric in recognition of this fact.

[StriperSniper]

Couric: "I think it's fair to say

Translation: Accept my premise or be branded an extreme right-wing kook.

[Maigrey]

Well, I did have the thread up, but it was yanked.

I guess when we get written confirmation, it will be reposted.

[PJ-Comix]

Your thread was pulled. I'm sure the Media Research Center will quote Al-Qaety's statement about Saddam tomorrow so it can be posted but it would be great to find another online source before then so it can be posted today.

[Lazamataz]

It's time to begin freeping Al-Qaety Couric.

[governsleastgovernsbest]

Al-Quaety Couric - I will definitely keep that in mind!

Hmm, something occurs to me. If she married the long-faced, French-looking Senator from Mass., she'd by Al-Quaety Ketchup-Couric.

[prairiebreeze]

Maigrey, would you please ping me if a new thread goes up?

Thank you.

Prairie

[PigRigger]

"...but wouldn't Iraq with Saddam in charge be preferable to one with him in custody?..."

The depths of her naivety and stupidity are truly breathtaking.

One should not be surprised; the left reasons using emotion not logic. It is their way of course.

[PJ-Comix]

From now on, please refer to her as Al-Qaety Couric in recognition of this fact.

Yup! You've been a little off your game the past few months, Laz, but with this new moniker for Katie (Al-Qaety Couric) you've completely REDEEMED yourself.

[Salvation]

"According to ABC, Saddam's first words to US soldiers were "I am Saddam Hussein, Presient of Iraq. I want to negoitate." The reply from the soldier who pulled him out of the hole; "President Bush sends his regards!"

Fox just showed this with Greg Palkot coming out of the hole!

FoxROCKS!

[al_c]

"Some are worried that ...

She is so predictable. Thanks for putting up with the grueling show. I was curious to see the perky one's reaction, but couldn't stomach actually watching it. You're a brave soul.

[PJ-Comix]

It's time to begin freeping Al-Qaety Couric.

Just send these Today Show thread links whenever they happen to NBC News execs.

[JFC]

KATIE IS SUCH A b*&^%. I Called NBC yesterday telling them that Tom B is so negative and hateful that NBC has been put on my delete button on my FLIPPER! I will NEVER ever watch that communist station again!

[Lazamataz]

Was it my imagination or did she just ask Wesley Clark, "...but wouldn't Iraq with Saddam in charge be preferable to one with him in custody?

dio, without revealing too much, you know someone who really really likes to talk about media bias. Could you flag this person to this statement by Al-Qaety Couric?

[bc2]

dude I was going to ping you to this thread because when I saw the title, all I could think of was "KATIE" - BY CONSPIRACY GUY

hahahaha it seems you beat me to it!

[PJ-Comix]

"According to ABC, Saddam's first words to US soldiers were "I am Saddam Hussein, Presient of Iraq. I want to negoitate."

I heard that Saddam actually said this in English. Is that correct?

[xp38]

dark side? Darth Couric...the new sith lord.

[RottiBiz]

GLGB does it as a service for the rest of us, where we can know our political enemies.

Yes!

See post #140.

[Lazamataz]

You've been a little off your game the past few months,

SEZ WHO! I've been killin' em in Peoria.

Not literally, of course. That's work for Al-Qaety.

[Johnny_Cipher]

I'm beginning to wonder if Couric is wearing Hitlery's "Old Crusty". Maybe they swap the same item(s) of clothing between each other like that fruitcake my aunt insists on sending me every Christmas.