thneed1 (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

This does not preclude someone with vast amounts of resources from monopolizing the media or influence people in a way that does not benefit society. Any person (Amy Goodman included) has a responsibility of their content and the government should care how these "public" air waves are used. Sophists in Greece should stand as a warning that because someone knows how to appeal to the "market place" of ideas, does not mean they are not dangerous to a democracy(i.e.Adolf Hitler).

justrightofcenter (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

Nowhere did I say that all opinions should be weighted equally. The point is what is produced in the marketplace of ideas should be allowed to stand or fall on its own merit, without interference from the government. We already have laws on the books to cover libel and slander, as well as predatory and monopolistic behavior. To put it another way, if Amy Goodman was on 50kW flamethrowers instead of Hannity then whack-jobs like McChesney (and their nutty followers) would think everything is fine.

thneed1 (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

justrightofcenter,I guess you believe we should always show each side of a story, guess what I believe that 2+2=5,that's my opinion,should my view point carry just as much weight so don't cram your 2+2=4 theory down my throat. Opinions are one thing, I would like my fact based world to encompass doctors who want to see reality not so-called fairness that everyones opinion is not always weighted the same. Or maybe I should have written my original thought after reading your comment,"what ever";)

justrightofcenter (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

Moyers exudes unbelievable levels of arrogance and condescension. Worst of all, he teaches it to others. These people don't seek compromise, but rather are plotting ways to ram their opinions down the everyone else's throat. Their idea of "free speech" is bringing the power of government to bear in forcing everyone else to listen.

ScabNainz (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

Whoops, sorry. Bumped mouse button and marked you as spam. Sorry for being a clumsy muppet.

ScabNainz (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

Probably one of the best speeches I've seen a journalist give. No wonder Olbermann and Stewart look up to this guy. Also reinforces what a douche Billo the Clown is.

ryanshaunkelly (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

Yes, Moyers is one of the [few] good ones.

Maarten26 (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

VP('s): Olbermann, Colbert or Stewart. Since media is everything these days and we want leaders to have their harts at the right place (well, my opinion obviously) this would be quite a good team. "Wisdom, Insight and Haha!" would be the punchline.

Maarten26 (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

In short: Moyers 2012

aybayb (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

Bill Moyers for President!!!