Katie in Attack Mode - Questions Arnold's Leadership, Envisions "Havoc" and Grope Lawsuits

The Today Show

[governsleastgovernsbest]

The morning after a historic election, it's traditional for the media to lead their coverage with an analysis of what led to the winning candidate's victory, and typically offer some softbal, warm and fuzzy interviews with the winning team.

But as far as The Today Show's Katie Couric is concerned, there's no time for a honeymoon, as she wasted no time in attack Arnold and painting a grim picture for his political future.

Couric's guest was CA Congressman and Arnold transition chairman David Dreier.

Again, the typical morning-after question would have been along the lines of "how does it feel?" or "how did Arnold do it?", or if you're looking to be a bit more substantive "what is Arnold's #1 priority?"

Instead, the first words out of Courics' mouth "polls show that 2/3 of the people feel Arnold didn't adequately explain his plans. What does that say about his leadership or his ability to communicate with the people?"

Next: "Arnold must present a budget by January 10th. How can he do it without cutting programs or raising taxes?"

And of course Katie hates the idea of letting taxpayers keep more of their money: "Wouldn't eliminating the recent tripling of the car tax wreak havoc?"

Next question: "When does he propose to address the groping allegations? Many of the women have retained high-powered lawyers. How concerned about lawsuits, how big a distratcion will that be?

[halfdome]

Everybody in California wants to know how Arnie can balance the budget and "terminate" the deficit without cutting programs or raising taxes. And where he will make up the $4 billion shortfall that will result from eliminating the car tax increase. Those are legitimate questions and no one should be criticized for asking them. Arnold said he'd tell us after he got elected.

[Republic]

Just wondering if anyone knows the national companies that sponsor Colic's morning show? I refuse to watch it-have not had to endure her horrible agenda driven crassness since I watched her fully rude and horrific interview with Senator Dole so many years ago. I was stunned at her ugliness-of voice and character.

But I am willing to write a personal snail mail letter to the CEO's of each national company that supports their program. I'm just not willing to suffer thru one of the broadcasts in order to list um.