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media1 year ago

"NBC's Ronna McDaniel Firing Sparks Republican Backlash and Media Hypocrisy"

NBC News staff reportedly fear backlash from Republican sources after the firing of Ronna McDaniel, with concerns that the move could alienate GOP officials and viewers. The decision to hire and then fire McDaniel has allegedly caused tensions within the network, with some journalists and staffers worried about the impact on their relationships with Republican sources. The move has sparked internal uproar and criticism from both liberal and conservative figures, highlighting the challenges of navigating political affiliations in media.

media1 year ago

"NBC Faces Staff Revolt Over Hiring Ronna McDaniel as News Outlet Bosses Clash with Anchors"

NBC's hiring of former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel as a political analyst has sparked internal backlash from liberal staff, with prominent NBC and MSNBC personalities publicly denouncing the decision. The move has reignited the debate over news organizations platforming Republicans, with comparisons drawn to CNN's town hall featuring former President Trump and The New York Times' publication of a controversial op-ed. NBC is reportedly considering cutting ties with McDaniel following the unprecedented reaction to her hiring.

media-criticism1 year ago

"MSNBC Hosts and Rachel Maddow Lead Rebellion Against NBC's Hiring of Ronna McDaniel"

MSNBC hosts, including Rachel Maddow, Joy Reid, and Nicole Wallace, criticized NBC News for hiring Ronna McDaniel, the former chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, as a paid contributor, expressing concerns about her association with Trump and her role in promoting election denial. The hosts argued that McDaniel's hiring would embolden election deniers and criticized NBC News for providing her a platform. NBC News declined to comment on the criticism, and the decision to allow McDaniel to appear on MSNBC shows remains up to individual show producers.

politics2 years ago

Sheila Jackson Lee Enters Houston Mayoral Race

U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee has announced her candidacy for Houston mayor, becoming a front-runner in the crowded race. The field now includes seven Democrats, including state Sen. John Whitmire, former Harris County Clerk Chris Hollins, former City Councilmember Amanda Edwards, attorney Lee Kaplan, Councilmember Robert Gallegos, and former Metro Chair Gilbert Garcia. Jackson Lee's long tenure in the House and visible role put her at an advantage, according to political analysts. The municipal election is on November 7.