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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Probably not, az.
But if they get enough of them, they would...
Well, 4 down, 999,996 to go!
After all, you don't want to be "cut off" for an indefinite period of time...
I would say that it is just beautiful, but many creatures become most dangerous when cornered and desperate.
Just scrape off Katie's makeup and see if you think she could be a sex object.
(I agree with the general idea of your comment though.)
The Danny Kaye Humanitarian Award
Katie Couric, co-host of NBC's Today, was honored by UNICEF with The Danny Kaye Humanitarian Award for her pioneering work as a celebrity advocate. Couric, who recently encouraged millions of Today show viewers to Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF, has successfully fused her philanthropic, personal and professional interests and become a highly-regarded advocate for children. Couric received the award from NBC Entertainment President Jeff Zucker.
"If I am fortunate to share any quality with Danny Kaye, it's a sense of responsibility," said Couric. "I am certain I have not changed the world, but hopefully with my efforts, lives can be changed."
As Nietzsche put it in Thus Spake Zarathustra:
Du gehst zur Frauen? Vergiß die Peitsche nicht!
[You are going to women? Do not forget the whip!]
I for one hypothesized that Katie would be wearing black, and sure enough, she was!
This is from yesterday and I am on a four-ten workweek, so I don't work on Mondays. I got my barf bag and forced myself to watch the "perky one" for a few minutes. She was sooooooooooooooo po'ed about the good news. She made herself look like the perfect idiot she actually is the entire show. Made my day!!
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