If Elliott, or a spokesman, gives as good as he gets, but the media ignores him, is he really able to make the story?
Don't blame Elliott, or the Swift Boat Veterans, for the actions of the media. The Swift Boat Veterans were out with this material in May. The affidavits in July were prepared to knock the legs out from media outlets that refused to run their paid advertisment. These men are putting their money where their mouths are. The media is the "bad guy" here. Although, I'm sure you knew, and know that.
The other one who has to be a bit pained about this whole thing is Bob Kerrey - he was a Vietnam Vet but the press decided to hound him about accusations of committing war crimes during Vietnam and he had to let go of all hopes of running for President yet John Frickin' Kerry admits committing war crimes and he's treated like hero.
The MEDIA IS SO DISGUSTING ON THIS ONE...and that's all of them, FNC included. Especialy O'Reilly and his take that the ad is immoral and shouldn't be run. Says who Bill? You the almighty? These guys served their country and they at least deserve some RESPECT. Instead they get nothing.
GOD, I HATE THE PRESS!!
I'm not blaming Elliot or the vets. But they have to meet and deal with the reality of deceit and treachery, even if it's ugly and dishonest.
You and I may know the truth of events, but we bother to make a study of it. That is not mass media.