ABC, CBS, and NBC's Friday morning shows all devoted air time to President Obama labeling California Attorney General Kamala Harris "the best-looking attorney general in the country" at a fundraiser on Thursday. Unsurprisingly, a panel on NBC's Today tried to explain away the remark. Willie Geist asserted, "I think he [Obama] was making a joke."… Read more »
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‘So What?’ Fox & Friends Defends Obama From Backlash Over Calling Kamala Harris ‘Best-Looking’ Atty Gen
The first lady isn’t the only one member of her family with a viral soundbite this morning. Yesterday, President Obama caused a stir when he referred to Kamala Harris as “the best-looking attorney general” — a remark many have found inappropriate. Obama found unexpected allies on Fox & Friends, however, as the show’s hosts found… Read more »
#GoogleMottos: Google’s Easter insult sparks Twitter backlash, mockery
Why would we celebrate Easter? Our messiah is in the White House. #GoogleMottos— Ben Howe (@BenHowe) March 31, 2013 Twitchy told you about Google’s bizarre Easter Sunday tribute to Cesar Chavez. Now, Christians are lashing back with new #GoogleMottos. Out: “Don’t be evil.” In: Don't be evil, that's our job! #GoogleMottos— American Elephant (@AmericnElephant) March… Read more »
GOP Congressman Walks Back ‘Wetbacks’ Comment Following Backlash: ‘I Meant No Disrespect’
After coming under fire for using the term “wetbacks,” Rep. Don Young, a Republican from Alaska, said he “meant no disrespect.” The comment in question came during an interview with a local radio station, during which Young spoke about his family’s ranch. “My father had a ranch; we used to have 50-60 wetbacks to pick… Read more »