[Reagan Man]

>>>>It was a question designed solely to embarrass the VP.

I disagree. I don't believe Wolf Blitzer was out to embarrass Cheney. Many FReepers have become way too sensitive and overreact countless times. This thread is a perfect case in point.

>>>>Politicians are public figures, yes, but they also have private lives that deserve a modicum of respect.

Dick Cheney is an elected official. A public servant. His daughter Mary is a gay political activist and a public figure in her own right. A few questions to Cheney concerning a statement by Focus On Family, over Mary not being in a normal relationship and how that might effct the child, is perfectly fair.

Its not a big deal. Period!

[mthom]

If it was Focus on the Family who was interviewing Cheney I would agree with you. Its wasnt. It was Wolf Blitzer. The question was a continuation of the media offensive against conservatives that started in earnest before the elections and will continue through 08. Wolf thanks you for your help. Its not the question that is the problem here. Its the intent. What do you think Wolf Blitzers intent was?

[Chances Are]

I disagree. I don't believe Wolf Blitzer was out to embarrass Cheney.

Suspending belief in all reality here, given Wolf's question, and his dogged determination to forge onward with it even after being rebuffed by the Vice-President, what was he supposed to say?

Dick Cheney is an elected official. A public servant. His daughter Mary is a gay political activist and a public figure in her own right. A few questions to Cheney concerning a statement by Focus On Family, over Mary not being in a normal relationship and how that might effct the child, is perfectly fair.

Here's a novel idea for Wolf - why not ask Mary herself, since he (and presumably you) view her as a public figure?

Naw - what's the fun in that? The young broad would probably bitch slap him around like the old broad did!

Gawd, it's tough being a lib talking head these days!

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