The better question is why didn't she simply issue this statement herself instead of posting a picture of somebody else issuing a statement on her behalf from another SM platform? Talk about 'distancing' yourself from a controversy SMH
I wonder what her father would think. Zbigniew Brzezinski's personal views have been described as "progressive", "international", political liberal, and strongly anti-communist. He was an advocate for anti-Soviet containment, for human rights organizations, and for "cultivating a strong West". Wiki
Morning Joe had a good run, time to hang it up. Mika & Joe are not "journalists" & I am guessing will not be missed if the ratings are any indication.
They miscalculated & embarrassed themselves.
Good bye.
I've never forgiven Joe for what happened back in 2016:
Me: *screaming at TV* "Joe, ask him HOW he plans to PAY for building the freakin' wall! Don't just let him off the hook like that!..."
Joe: *😀*
Me: "Joe, you worthless pantywaste."
What is their end game? How frightened could they actually be? I mean they have more money than God, and honestly their brand was “speaking truth to power”. Then suddenly, they are kissing the ring and apologizing to FOX news. For eff sake? Just hang up your show instead of disgracing yourselves.
Moral & ethical standards in the U.S. have fallen into the tar pits. And so called “Christians” think they are being led to Jesus. Yeah, the Jesus that bounces from the rear view mirror.
I really don’t get the big deal.Dems are a big tent covering a diverse population. Some are sensitive to smart ass comments and appreciate Mika’s rebuke, others think we should be making harsher smart ass remarks and think Mika was being sensitive.
David Frum’s response is absolutely spot on. Sadly, there was no need for Mika's apology. Conservative news outlets have been distastefully bashing liberal journalists for decades. Libs are finally playing the game the same way.
Both…and being in fear for their lives when the crazies start working on the “enemies list”. And for their kids’ safety too.
It’s easy to see why they are afraid, it’s just hard to witness their descent into complicity.
Good column.
It sounds like something Bill Maher might have said and gotten a good laugh from the audience.
Mika and Joe are not journalists. They are talking heads. And you can tell Joe was in Congress, because he begins his questions for a guest with a 10 min preface.
I gave up Morning Joe after they announced their visit to trump. In reasoning their action, Mika likened it to her father’s work as National Security Advisor to Carter.
Stop trying to make fetch happen. Joe and Mika are dead to us. It’s half enjoyable watching MSNBC and that show take its last breath. They absolutely undressed Frum with that preposterous apology that Mika read. Not going back.
It is clear what is coming in terms of threats to freedom of the press and free speech. Is it possible for a plan to be developed for how media, politicians, influencers, advocates, etc., can be a part of pushing back? We already have obedience in advance happening. what is the plan?
@davidfrum.bsky.social accomplished two important things with this article- writing what needed to be said and showing the courage not to run from it. Our nation needs more of the bravery and duty of Ellsberg and Bernstein/Woodword - not less.
Oh puleeze! Precisely how long has Frum been on “our side”, ffs? He & the Morning Joe duo and their glorification of a “once virtuous Conservative Movement”, the goal of which was TO GET US HERE,
Morning Joe’s capitulation to Drumpf is absolutely disgusting. It is clear to me that Joe and Mika care only about themselves and their relevancy. Thank you Mr. Frum for standing up for the truth and for an uncensored press and for The Atlantic for providing you a place to do so.
Is it ethical to share gift links in social media ? I wonder.
I'll just add that subscribing is worth it too.
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A sad day when media caves to authoritarianism. Does Joe really think criminal Trump will reward his loyalty? History shows Trump betrays everyone. Aligning with him guarantees betrayal.
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Joe and Mika, not-so-much.
They miscalculated & embarrassed themselves.
Good bye.
They haven’t a clue about fear.
Let them hate me, as long as they fear me.
~Caligula
Me: *screaming at TV* "Joe, ask him HOW he plans to PAY for building the freakin' wall! Don't just let him off the hook like that!..."
Joe: *😀*
Me: "Joe, you worthless pantywaste."
Now, look where we're at. Thanks Joe, et al. 😒🙄🤦😡
Their credibility has disintegrated. So will what is left of their ratings.
#MorningToast
#MorningToast
GET OVER IT!
David, you stepped on the line.
And we have a new coach. Coach Frum.
Joe and Mika… you’re fired.
when hell freezes over.
It’s easy to see why they are afraid, it’s just hard to witness their descent into complicity.
It's conceivable they're already in talks for a slot on FOX as Comcast/NBC spins off MSNBC, and MSNBC goes dark in whole or in part.
It's his only weapon.
It sounds like something Bill Maher might have said and gotten a good laugh from the audience.
Mika and Joe are not journalists. They are talking heads. And you can tell Joe was in Congress, because he begins his questions for a guest with a 10 min preface.
As if…
It won't be enough. Heeling is the first command. They will be made to grovel.
Look up folks it’s upon us
deserves to be ignored for the rest of time.
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I'll just add that subscribing is worth it too.
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How will they get a show on Fox after MSNBC folds if a guest slammed that network?
Best wishes from Baltics, albeit chances are minuscule..