Glenn Beck Now Offering Hard News
Sep 1st
Time For Glenn To Put On His Journalist Cap
Glenn Beck is now the keeper of a modern day Burning bush (at least that’s what he’d like people to believe)…
Glenn Beck is a willful deceiver, an intentional misinformer and a disseminator of reckless vitriol. But, don’t even think about criticizing Glenn Beck for it. Why? Well, for the past few years, Glenn Beck and his defenders have argued that Mr. Beck is not a hard newsperson, but instead an entertainer and a commentator. Thus, they contend that Mr. Beck should not be held to the standards of a journalist.
In the abstract, More >
Bob Kincaid Interviews Angelo of StopBeck About Glenn Beck, 828, Advertiser Boycott and More…
Sep 1st
On August 21, Bob Kincaid from The Horn Radio Network interviewed Angelo of the StopBeck effort.
The discussion covers a wide range of topics related to right-wing misinformation, accountability and effective activism. I think the topics are interesting and there’s a lot of depth here. I strongly suggest giving it a listen, I’m confident you’ll think it’s worthwhile… (more…)
828: Time Travel To Magicland
Aug 28th
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Glenn Beck’s 828 event was unbearably unoriginal. For the most part, he recycled material from his radio program (at times verbatim) – oh and when he wasn’t doing that he was ripping off lines from Obama’s stump speech or reading the Gettysburg Address.
In short, he tricked tens of thousands of people into traveling to D.C. in order to listen to him repeat material they’ve already heard or would absolutely be revolted by if the reader was say…the sitting President of the United States. But, I’m sure they’re not the least bit disappointed.
But, this whole stunt (which is More >
Statement On 828 Counter Protests
Aug 26th
Over the past few weeks, we’ve gotten a lot of questions about whether StopBeck effort is organizing any counter protests to Glenn Beck’s 828 rally.
Here is the StopBeck effort’s statement on the issue: (more…)
Per Glenn Beck, Beware: Bible Prophecies! Twelfth Imam! Beheadings!
Aug 24th
According to Glenn Beck, bible prophecies and some kind of Muslim conspiracy are converging: (more…)
Glenn Beck 828 Speaker, Ted Nugent, Suggested Killing People That Supported Healthcare Reform
Aug 20th
Update: Although Glenn Beck originally said that Nugent will be speaking at the event. A few weeks ago, they quietly announced that Nugent regretfully will be unable to attend. I apologize for reporting Glenn Beck’s own words and not trolling discussion forums on his Facebook page for updates/corrections to Beck’s major announcements.
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Media Matters has a great post up today about Ted Nugent, who will be speaking at Glenn Beck’s upcoming 828 rally (emphasis added):
One of the scheduled speakers at Glenn Beck’s 8-28 “reclaim the civil rights movement” rally recently reportedly told an audience that he “like[d]” them because there were “a lot of white More >
Glenn Beck: Charles Darwin Is The “Father Of Modern Day Racism”
Aug 19th
According to Glenn Beck, President Obama is a “racist” who harbors a “deep-seated hatred for white people, or the white culture.” (A claim that Glenn Beck still defends). And, according to Glenn Beck, Charles Darwin is the “father of modern day racism.” (more…)
Fox News’ Van Susteren Calls For Glenn Beck To Move 828 Rally
Aug 17th
Glenn Beck’s decision to hold his I Have A Scheme rally at the same location and on the anniversary of MLK’s I Have A Dream speech has drawn the ire of civil rights organizations and leaders. But today, an unexpected voice has been added to chorus of critics – one of Glenn Beck’s colleagues at Fox News.
Today, Greta Van Susteren publicly expressed her opposition to Glenn Beck’s rally and called on him to move the event. On her blog, Greta explained (emphasis added):
On August 28th my colleague Glenn Beck is going to lead an event on the mall in Washington, DC. It is the More >
Permit For Glenn Beck’s 828 Rally Still Not Approved; Update: Permit Approved
Aug 17th
A while back, Bill Press reported that the permit for Glenn Beck’s 828 rally had not been approved yet. Well, as August 17, the permit is still pending.
But don’t get too excited, the permit is very likely to be approved. The delay is largely attributable to working out logistical issues.
The official description of Glenn Beck’s event for the permit is a “demonstration to honor veterans.” This is ironic given Glenn Beck’s suggestion that the Purple Heart lacks “honor and integrity” and his plans to do away with it at the event.
OpenCongress adds:
The August 28 rally falls on the 47th anniversary of the More >
Glenn Beck Suggests Purple Heart Is Dishonorable; Also Trashes It As Progressive Plot
Aug 10th
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On August 28, Glenn Beck is planning a rally in Washington DC. According to Mr. Beck, he intends on picking up Martin Luther King’s mantle and plans to “restore honor” to America. How does Glenn Beck intend to restore honor? Well, by being as exploitative and dishonorable as possible.
Notably, Glenn Beck has chosen to hold the rally at the Lincoln Memorial on the anniversary of MLK’s “I I have a dream” speech. Mr. Beck’s feeble and pathetic attempt to coopt MLK’s legacy has drawn the ire of civil rights leaders and organizations. Mr. Beck rebuffed this criticism, More >
