Jeff Poor

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The Nation Describes 'Rich Old White Men' as the 'Problem'

Liberal magazine cites New York Times-CBS News poll that labels annual income of $50,000 'rich' and over 45 'old.'

NY Times Dismisses Growth in Dire '08 Outlook; Says Bush in 'Denial' about Economy

Other major newspapers are neutral or cautiously optimistic about economic predictions for 2008.

Charles Barkley Predicts 'Reverse Bradley Effect'

Former NBA star says race will play role on Election Day, but thinks some may look beyond because Obama presidency benefits them economically.

'Nightly News' Decries Wall Street Salaries, Hails FDR-Style Regulation

NBC segment warns of 'villagers with torches,' features liberal Rep. Barney Frank in attack on executive compensation.

Obama Camp Blasts Fox News, Drudge Report for Driving Socialism Complaints

Democrat spokesman statement and appears on 'America's Election HQ' to accuse outlets of 'trumping up' charges about redistributing wealth.

CNN's King: 'Whining' Media 'Out of Touch' on Election Coverage

Network's chief political correspondent says media's 'obsession' with Clinton prevented thorough investigation of Obama.

Financial Times Endorses Obama Despite Economic Proposals

International business newspaper gives Democratic candidate high marks on judgment, health care.

CNN: Despite Economic Hype, It's Not the End of the World

Business correspondent notes decrease in gas prices, hike in Social Security benefits; advises people to live within their means.

CNN Analyst: Legalized Prostitution Could Help Economy

Sunny Hostin says lawful prostitution more beneficial to San Francisco than decriminalization.

Lax Bond Rating Standards: 'It Could Be Structured By Cows and We Would Rate It'

Evidence shows instant message between two Standard & Poor's employees with no regard for risk.

CNBC Host: Financial Distress Caused by Government, Not Markets

Caruso-Cabrera blames ratings agency 'oligopoly' for turmoil, proposes free-market solution.

CNN's Roberts Questions Treasury Secretary's Motives

Network poll gives Paulson low approval numbers, 'American Morning' cites liberal Soros in criticism.

Media Defend Obama Against 'Socialism' Charge

Broadcast and cable pundits decry socialist labeling of candidate's tax proposal, yet haven't offered alternative definitions.

Maddow Claims Obama 'Socialist' Label is 'Racially Divisive'

Liberal MSNBC host says McCain-Palin critique of wealth redistribution tax plan an effort to 'summon and stoke' the Bradley Effect.

ABC Cites Left-Leaning Tax Group to Endorse Obama's Plan

'World News' segment praises Democrat's proposal focused on lower and middle class families, but ignores wealth redistribution elements.

MSNBC Host Attacks Limbaugh for Questioning Powell Endorsement

'Politics of Money' anchor Brewer asks where radio host 'gets off' suggesting support for Obama is about race.

Wall Street Journal Makes Depression Comparison at FDR Memorial

Report ties 'today's anxieties' to worst financial crisis in history and calls current turmoil 'eerie echo.'

Trump: Pelosi Should Have Impeached Bush

Real estate mogul says price fixing like OPEC would land people in jail; praises Palin for strength on economic issues.

Obama Video Game Ads Contradict Early Rhetoric

Media ignore Democrat's flip: from telling Americans to put 'video games away' to advertising in 18 games.

ABC Uses Obama Talking Point to Counter 'Joe the Plumber'

'World News' claims 95 percent of 'small businesses' make less than $200,000 a year, though IRS says those figures are wrong.