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jefferson_dem Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 05:00 PM
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Gibbs on the way out?
Among the biggest changes could be the departure of press secretary Robert Gibbs , who is said to be exploring the possibility of leaving the White House altogether, perhaps to set up his own consulting shop and play a leading role in the 2012 campaign, two Democrats said. That move could happen in the coming weeks.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/01/04/AR2011010403135.html?hpid=topnews


I can see this happening. Gibbs has served admirably but it's probably time for a new face in the press rooml most press secretaries serve for 2-3 years. Bill Burton would do a bang-up job...
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gateley Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 05:12 PM
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1. I've never been a fan of Gibbs. I just always got the impression he had an "us
against them" attitude. I understand his job is to present the "news" as the WH wants, but I just never liked him. Not that you asked. :7

Who is Bill Burton?
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eleny Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 05:16 PM
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2. Deputy Press Sec'y
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gateley Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 05:18 PM
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3. Thanks! What do you think of him? nt
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eleny Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 05:24 PM
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4. My personal reaction to him is negative
He's too soft spoken for me. I'd like to see a Press Secy who squares their shoulders and takes no crap - someone who gives as good as they get.

Maybe the Rude Pundit? :rofl:
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truebrit71 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 05:27 PM
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5. I think Rude would be perfect!!
:evilgrin:
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gateley Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 06:11 PM
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9. Ha! The Rude Pundit would be great!! I actually initially thought "Rachel" but
I realize the job isn't to level with the people, but rather to present the 'varnished truth'. :7
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madinmaryland Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 06:39 PM
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10. Heh! I'd love to see the M$M try and show his comments!!
:rofl:
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high density Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 08:43 PM
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12. My opinion of him is primarly shaped by this quote from the general election:
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woo me with science Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Jan-05-11 11:09 AM
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14. I never liked him either.
He always seemed arrogant and petulant. Better to get a more likable face on this administration.
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Ozymanithrax Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 05:42 PM
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6. I nominate Jon Stewart as Press Secretary...
Yes, I know it would never happen.
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frazzled Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 06:05 PM
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7. Bring back Linda Douglass
I thought she was great as Obama's healthcare director of communications. Plus, having been a former ABC and CBS correspondent, she really knows the media.

I vote for Douglass: she's really smart and clear-headed.
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AtomicKitten Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 06:09 PM
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8. Excellent idea. I support that choice.
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Clio the Leo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Tue Jan-04-11 06:44 PM
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11. Nah, I like Burton and all...
..... but would rather he not take over. #zzzzzzz
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jefferson_dem Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Jan-05-11 10:48 AM
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13. well, that answers that.
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