[Alas Babylon!]

Since I have been posting this thread, it has been apparent to me that Russert was and is biased. This has been my view for years.

Nothing has changed. He's always been a DNC talking points spouting, communist card carrying, Republican/Conservative hating Spin Meister of the top echelon.

It has always amazed me to ever hear a conservative state that Russert was/is "fair".

Just watch his body language! This is the key to understanding Russert. When he interviews a Republican, his face gets all scrunched up, his brow knits, he hunches over, holding his talking points firmly in both hands, and uses very accusatory language. Then when his democratic pals come on, he leans back slightly, hold his body open and loose, and smiles often.

Personally, I can't stand the guy because of this. Among all the Sunday hosts, his non-verbals show the most bias by far.

[Laverne]

I agree with you Alas, Tim has always been biased...but he is just showing it more these days. Not sure what got into him. After his performance two weeks ago when he took Colin Powell's statement completely out of context, I called NBC, got through to Tim's voice mail, and left him a scathing message. There was a time when he was respected, but that is long gone. Rush now refers to him as Dim Russert -- and deservedly so. Old meda has become the enemy within...they are truly despicable.

[Morgan in Denver]

Russert has never been fair or balanced in his interviews or with guests.

What continues to intrigue me is how Rush and Hannity, and others, will pander to Russert and defend him. They will say something about "liking" Russert and I keep having this image of a snake watching a mouse in front if it.

[anita]

Agreed 100%. Brit Hume & Russert both are Washington Mg.Editors of their channels - meaning all things political. See how Brit gives expose to all points of view & how Russert exerts pressure on every political view expressed on his channels NBC & MSNBC.

It 's a shame, since his mentor Monyhan in his last days expressed great admiration & appreciation for Bush. Their respect was mutual & Bush appointed him for Soc.Sec.Commission. Some people make boss proud. I am sure how Monyhan would feel about Russert.

[BonnieJ]

The only thing that confused me about Russert and his obvious DNC activism was his approach to the Jeb Bush re-election, and how he treated his opponent in that debate. Many thought he damaged the Democrat with his difficult questions...What was his name, I forget except for calling him McLawyer! Why did Russert decide to be more objective in that SO important (to the Dems) election?

[malia]

Re: Russert and body language .... I also notice his voice tone changes.

[rodguy911]

What an excellent take. It took me years to figure it out.