Alan Keyes Signs Deal with MSNBC ***PRESS RELEASE***

MSNBC | 1/7/02 | MSNBC

[Clinton's a liar]

FORMER PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE, U.N. AMBASSADOR ALAN KEYES TO JOIN MSNBC

“Alan Keyes Is Making Sense” to Air Weeknights at 10PM, ET Beginning January 21st

SECAUCUS, NJ- January 7, 2002- Former Presidential Candidate and Reagan-era U.S. Ambassador at the United Nations, Alan Keyes has joined MSNBC as host of a new one-hour commentary show, “Alan Keyes Is Making Sense,” weeknights at 10PM, ET. Erik Sorenson, president and general manager, MSNBC, made the announcement today.

“We're excited that Alan is bringing his highly-regarded grasp of global issues and his larger-than-life personality to MSNBC," said Sorenson. "This network has distinguished itself as the cable news channel for smart young viewers interested in knowing about their world. Alan's deep knowledge, incredible capacity to frame debate, and provocative views will be a great addition to an already-terrific primetime lineup.”

“Alan Keyes Is Making Sense” is a live one-hour talk show providing in-depth analysis and commentary on the issues of the day from politics, economics to the various cultural hot buttons. The program will originate from Washington, D.C.

Keyes received his Ph.D in Government Affairs in 1979 from Harvard University. He served during the Reagan Administration in the U.S. Foreign Service and on the staff of the National Security Council before being appointed Ambassador to the United Nations Economic and Social Council in 1983. He was the Assistant Secretary of State for International Organization Affairs from 1985-87.

Alan Keyes is also a two-time Republican presidential candidate and two-time Republican Senate nominee from the state of Maryland. His greatest public exposure came most recently through his dynamic and much extolled performances in the 2000 Republican Presidential Debates.

For the past 10 years, Keyes has reached a nationwide audience each day through his nationally syndicated radio program, “The Alan Keyes Show: America’s Wake-Up Call.” He is the author of two critically acclaimed books, Masters of the Dream: The Strength and Betrayal of Black America and Our Character, Our Future: Reclaiming America’s Moral Destiny, with a third to be released soon. Keyes and his wife of 19 years, Jocelyn, reside in Maryland with their three children: Francis, Maya and Andrew.

Keyes joins MSNBC’s weeknight line-up, which also includes:

 “The Abrams Report” at 6PM, ET: The latest headlines and investigation on the American strike against terrorism.
 “Hardball with Chris Matthews” at 7PM, ET: A provocative look at the politicians and newsmakers from the business, entertainment and media arenas that have helped shape the country’s political and social landscape.
 Emmy Award-winning “The News with Brian Williams” at 8PM, ET: The only comprehensive live hour-long nightly newscast in primetime. Using the worldwide resources of NBC News, Williams provides viewers with in-depth coverage of the day’s top news stories; interviews with the world’s newsmakers; and a first-hand look at tomorrow’s headlines from around the world.
 “A Region in Conflict with Ashleigh Banfield” at 9PM, ET: Host Ashleigh Banfield takes viewers inside various regions in conflict for a close-up look at the people and their struggle for survival, the politics, and the struggle for power.
“America at War with Lester Holt” at 11PM, ET: The only live news-hour which recaps the days headlines and the most recent developments in the war on terrorism.

[shotabug]

Sending a BIG HELLLOOO BUMP!!! and all the best to the new show, Cal.....

[Clinton's a liar]

Thank you, joebuck. That was very kind. I hope you'll be watching!

[Down South]

I noted that it begins January 21st... Somewhat interesting, that they would start a Talk show hsoted by a Conservative Black politician, on MLK Jr. Day.

I wonder if that is intentional, or coincidental. Either way, I bet it gets under the skin of the politicians who believe racial politics, and think all blacks should automatically hold Liberal viewpoints.

[Clinton's a liar]

"Cal, this is a dream come true for me. Dr. Keyes got my vote in '96 and in '00. He speaks out of genuine concern for the direction this country is headed, is the most logical of all the analysts out there, and is the quickest on his feet in terms of debate skills. What a coup for MSNBC!"

It's a dream come true for me, too, brewcrew! And I couldn't agree with you more.

[Clinton's a liar]

Please see post #102 for the show's format. You're going to be pleasantly surprised about the makeup of this show.

Regards.

[eddie willers]

Good for you and Dr. Keyes.
I'll be watching!

[Clinton's a liar]

"Though with a 5 night a week gig, he probably wont be as fiery as he is live...."

The show is Monday thru Thursday, unless Dr. Keyes decides he wants to do a show on Friday, Saturday or Sunday!

Regards.

[EternalVigilance]

I noted that it begins January 21st... Somewhat interesting, that they would start a Talk show hsoted by a Conservative Black politician, on MLK Jr. Day.

Nice touch huh, Down South..;-)

I hope he gives the libs nightmares...

[Clinton's a liar]

"The downside is I may have to watch more TV now."

LOL Just one more hour, Monday thru Thursday!

Hugs.

[Torie]

Maybe I will do a vanity review of his first show. :) We shall see. It will be interesting to see how the just folks second segment works out, and find out how the folks are selected. That strikes me as a bit risky.

[Clinton's a liar]

"The only reason MSNBC hired him is because they know he doesn't like Bush and they think it would be great to have a conservative within their network bash W day in and day out."

LOL Kristinn, it took 39 posts! What was your estimate again?

[Clinton's a liar]

Hiya, mountaineer!

"Will he be having guests?"

Please see post #102 for a rough format of the show!

Hugs.

[DrewsDad]

Hi Connie!

What do you think of the idea of a debate night like I mentioned in post#251?

[let freedom sing]

10pm E is 7pm pacific-- right? Move over FOX, Alan's in town.

[Clinton's a liar]

Thanks, Cyber Liberty!

Hugs.

[rdf]

Lonely? Posting to yourself?

You'll feel better on Jan 21st!

Cheers,

Richard F.

[Clinton's a liar]

Thanks, AGP! What a great time we had at the Keyes-Dershowitz debate! I don't know about you, but I was exhausted! LOL

Hugs.

[Clinton's a liar]

Thank you, my friend. Hugs.

[Clinton's a liar]

LOL! Hugs.

[CounterCounterCulture]

LOL Just one more hour, Monday thru Thursday!

Sigh. Guess I'll just have to give up Larry King Live. Wait, I don't watch LKL. Nevermind.

Hugs.

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