Free Republic
Browse · Search
News/Activism
Topics · Post Article

Skip to comments.

Alan Keyes Signs Deal with MSNBC ***PRESS RELEASE***
MSNBC | 1/7/02 | MSNBC

Posted on 01/07/2002 10:57:05 AM PST by 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.


TOPICS: Announcements; Breaking News; Culture/Society
KEYWORDS:
Navigation: use the links below to view more comments.
first previous 1-20 ... 741-760761-780781-800 ... 821 next last
To: EternalVigilance
While the topic or policy or idea is considered gruesome by many of us, the subject of Embryonic Stem Cell Research shows the depth of Dr. Keyes' consistency on the topic or subject matter of life.

I would maintain that he has held his beliefs on life issues for a long time; they are sothoroughly engrained into his being...as natural as eating, sleeping, breathing.....he doesn't have to sit and ponder the rightness or wrongness. I see long-time held beliefs as stumbling blocks to what some would consider as 'johnny-come-latelys' (not meant in a negative way, but only as a newcomer to a belief or principle). With this comes a self-assurance and confidence that could be interpreted as something other than exhibiting self-confidence.

To provide an example.....on the 'touchy' subject of philosophers.....Keyes just happened to study a lot of philosophy/philosophers in college and at the same time, he is quite religious. It is a natural occurence that if he was questioned, and most assuredly the left was asking for one reason and the right was asking for another, he would offer an indepth answer....it is quite likely he could have gone into a LOT more depth on the issue. Ditto the same scenario as the brouhaha over the Confederate Flag--while some politicos weren't really wanting to answer, a la McCain, others did answer right that it was a states right issue; Keyes went a step further trying to educate and get folks to think about what the issue was about--that if they didn't like the Confederate Flag, they should be hating Old Glory (essentially).

Another area is in the matter of life.....Dr. Keyes is so assured and confident in the matter that he will go head to head with anyone without backing down. He KNOWS that in order to have Embryonic Stem Cell Research THE EMBRYO HAS TO DIE; there would be no having to 'study' the issue and get opinions from others--who generally have vested interests rather than rightness in mind (you know the thing about opinions...and numerically how they equate). Case closed--fedgov would not be contributing a cent to ESCR--that would be to reward the killers of embryos. Many people can't, or won't even try to, understand this, but it is as much a part of Dr. Keyes persona as is his ability to speak passionately.

I'm really looking forward to shows where issues can be discussed, dissected, analyzed, etc. To get some dialog going on issues and policies would be great.

What say you?

761 posted on 01/11/2002 5:50:03 PM PST by Rowdee
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 730 | View Replies]

To: BibChr
If I wanted peace and charity, I would not answer this question, nor would I ask it.

Give it a rest, and let's see what good we can do together!

Cheers,

Richard F.

762 posted on 01/11/2002 5:50:51 PM PST by rdf
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 751 | View Replies]

To: Southflanknorthpawsis
You'll have plenty more opportunities.

Not with AJ though, at least not under that name.

763 posted on 01/11/2002 5:59:25 PM PST by Lucius Cornelius Sulla
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 760 | View Replies]

To: Clinton's a liar
I like Keys on many issues, but IMHO he comes off as too condescending and preachy to draw a big audience for a regular evening show.
I also think that the in-depth intellectual style of Keys will be generally too heavy duty for the late 10PM slot.
We'll see.
764 posted on 01/11/2002 6:01:46 PM PST by Jorge
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: BibChr
Dan,

I am your fellow believer in Christ. I am still offended at your blanket condemnation of 'Keyesters' as 'Kultists'. Your attitude thereafter, when it was pointed out to you in black and white, was far from exemplary as well, IMO.

Let me remind you once again that I know far more of them than you do, and while there may be a small handful of 'nuts' (as there is in any large group), the VAST majority are mature, thinking, principled Christians who think for themselves, and make their political decisions based on those core beliefs. One last time...your assessment of them is just plain wrong.

All of that being said, your unresponsiveness is now between you and our Lord...I have totally rolled this on Him, having done what I could do to get you to see that what you did was unrighteous...you and He can deal with it henceforth.

As to whether Alan Keyes is condescending or arrogant...how many politicians or media types or Harvard Doctors have you known? Pride is an epidemic in Washington D.C...if ego sold by the pound there, it would be going for about .02 cents per.

But let's say for the sake of argument that pride is a besetting sin of Alan Keyes...it wouldn't be surprising that a Christian man such as he would have to work to not be overcome by that sin, wouldn't you say?...especially someone of Keyes' obvious intelligence and abilities.

But I have watched the man up close and personal many, many times...he has in most every case been humble...praying willingly with those who ask him to do so...staying far beyond a scheduled event because there were still people who had questions...I have also seen fatigue get the best of him and seen him slip. (How about you Dan...you ever slip into your besetting sins in moments of weakness?) (If you had to keep the schedule he kept for the last few years fighting for the conservative cause, you'd be tired and irritable at times as well.)

No matter how you and others attempt to tear the man down, the truth is he has already done more for our country and for our cause than all of his critics combined...and then some...even with his faults.

Remember this...the President has had to struggle with the same sin...don't you remember 'the smirk'?? He has by a force of will and the grace of God overcome that tendency almost entirely...to his credit.

"Condemn not, lest thou be condemned."

765 posted on 01/11/2002 6:04:29 PM PST by EternalVigilance
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 751 | View Replies]

To: Rowdee
All very good points. Some fail to distinguish between confidence and ego.
766 posted on 01/11/2002 6:06:59 PM PST by EternalVigilance
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 761 | View Replies]

To: BibChr
The better question would be, Cite and source just one instance when a leading FReeping Keyester has (A) been confronted with any of the many specific instances which have been cited (and sourced) of Keyes' arrogance, pettiness, legalistic hyper-criticism, self-serving and condescension, (B) acknowledged it rather than rationalizing it, and (C) displayed credible and significant concern over this destructive, divisive, and cause-dismantling trait.

Don't you think?

Yes Dan, I do. But that would require intellectual honesty, and I...well, I can't say what I think at this stage in the conversation, because it would be far too blunt and borderline personal, and I promised myself I wouldn't go there.

I'll just say you have their whole trip pegged.

767 posted on 01/11/2002 6:19:33 PM PST by DaughterOfAnIwoJimaVet
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 751 | View Replies]

To: EternalVigilance
All of that being said, your unresponsiveness is now between you and our Lord...I have totally rolled this on Him, having done what I could do to get you to see that what you did was unrighteous...you and He can deal with it henceforth.

EV, you are not Dan's judge and this is very offensive to me as a Christian that you see yourself in a position to tell him his actions were unrighteous. It is okay to disagree and point out all your reasons why, but this attitude as if you look down from your high place is way out of line.

This is the essence of Keyes himself. This moral uppity-ness is exactly why Keyes has negatively affected many.

But you don't get it, do you? You must actually consider yourself to somehow be better. In matters spiritual, not one of us can judge the righteousness of another with any authority. That authority belongs to only One.

You can opine but cross the line when you speak as an equal to the only Judge. That is what you have done here but I now you will try to justify it or twist it.

Some deep soul searching might be in order. You can accuse me of being nasty or whatever you want but I suggest you pause.

768 posted on 01/11/2002 6:20:34 PM PST by Southflanknorthpawsis
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 765 | View Replies]

To: rdf
If I wanted peace and charity, I would not answer this question, nor would I ask it.

The peace and charity you seek is as much the responsibility of those who agree with you as those who do not.

769 posted on 01/11/2002 6:29:23 PM PST by DaughterOfAnIwoJimaVet
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 762 | View Replies]

To: Southflanknorthpawsis
Let me remind you one more time...it is you folks who attacked my friends...I am simply defending them.

If you think it's ok to slander good people, (and then have the nerve to say that I am wrong to point it out) you have a warped sense of what is decent and right.

770 posted on 01/11/2002 6:29:48 PM PST by EternalVigilance
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 768 | View Replies]

To: Southflanknorthpawsis
You can opine but cross the line when you speak as an equal to the only Judge. That is what you have done here but I now you will try to justify it or twist it.

Why would I do that? All I have to do is point out that you misrepresent what I said once again.

771 posted on 01/11/2002 6:33:28 PM PST by EternalVigilance
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 768 | View Replies]

To: EternalVigilance
I think defending one's friends is perfectly honorable. I have an issue with judging another's righteousness. Maybe it was simply a poor choice of words but it doesn't sit well.
772 posted on 01/11/2002 6:35:28 PM PST by Southflanknorthpawsis
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 770 | View Replies]

To: EternalVigilance
All I have to do is point out that you misrepresent what I said once again

Is that so......really? Are the words below yours or is there an EV impostor here tonight?

To Dan:

All of that being said, your unresponsiveness is now between you and our Lord...I have totally rolled this on Him, having done what I could do to get you to see that what you did was unrighteous...you and He can deal with it henceforth.

As I said before....we are left to read words on a monitor and apply our understanding of the language. Maybe you can tell me what I misrepresented since I can't read your mind; only your words.

773 posted on 01/11/2002 6:40:56 PM PST by Southflanknorthpawsis
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 771 | View Replies]

To: Southflanknorthpawsis
I am not condemning Dan...that is the Lord's business, not mine.

I told him he offended me...I explained what the offense was in detail...and he rejected it totally.

The next step scripturally is to treat him like a heathen...and let the Lord deal with him.

774 posted on 01/11/2002 6:42:08 PM PST by EternalVigilance
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 772 | View Replies]

To: EternalVigilance
The next step scripturally is to treat him like a heathen...and let the Lord deal with him.

If I may intervene, the next step is discrete silence, and heartfelt prayer for mercy and charity to come from God on us all!

Best to you and all,

Richard F.

775 posted on 01/11/2002 6:49:40 PM PST by rdf
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 774 | View Replies]

To: rdf
If I may intervene, the next step is discrete silence, and heartfelt prayer for mercy and charity to come from God on us all!

Good for you, Richard. Thank you.

776 posted on 01/11/2002 6:51:23 PM PST by DaughterOfAnIwoJimaVet
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 775 | View Replies]

To: EternalVigilance
The next step scripturally is to treat him like a heathen

Dan??????????? BibChr????????? EV, you're digging a big hole for yourself. You are making the case against Keyes with everything you're saying right now. What you are saying about Dan is so far beyond what you have chastised him for saying that it is more than absurd.

I, for one, will keep this thread on ice as an example of what we Bushies have been talking about all along. Frankly I shouldn't be surprised that you are oblivious to how you appear because it is that same trait that allows you to be a Keyester. This is a textbook example of Keyesteria. I'm sorry if that sounds offensive but I have no other way to describe it.

777 posted on 01/11/2002 6:51:43 PM PST by Southflanknorthpawsis
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 774 | View Replies]

To: rdf
prayer for mercy and charity to come from God on us all!

Who can argue with that?

778 posted on 01/11/2002 6:53:20 PM PST by Southflanknorthpawsis
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 775 | View Replies]

To: Southflanknorthpawsis
Calling a committed Christian a cultist is no small thing...no matter how you want to spin it.

But you and the others obviously can't see yourselves very well, either. You come on these threads throwing mud, and then act surprised and self-righteous when someone calls you on it.

But you have never let the facts interfere with your vendetta, have you....?

779 posted on 01/11/2002 6:58:08 PM PST by EternalVigilance
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 777 | View Replies]

To: Southflanknorthpawsis
Every day that you and your friends continue to beat on Alan Keyes, you do more damage to the Republican Party.

It's showing up on other threads...people start believing that all supporters of the President are as mean and vindictive as you all.

The sad thing is that it isn't true...the President and those closest to him would never countenance behavior like this towards the conservative wing of the Party...no matter how critical they or we were of his policies.

He's smarter than that.

780 posted on 01/11/2002 7:03:44 PM PST by EternalVigilance
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 778 | View Replies]


Navigation: use the links below to view more comments.
first previous 1-20 ... 741-760761-780781-800 ... 821 next last

Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.

Free Republic
Browse · Search
News/Activism
Topics · Post Article

FreeRepublic, LLC, PO BOX 9771, FRESNO, CA 93794
FreeRepublic.com is powered by software copyright 2000-2008 John Robinson