Hi Ari. Your show today was amazing. Pointing out all the misinformation and projections from Tucker was on point. It's a shame that the powers at Fox didnt care how many lies Tucker told , his obvious bigotry, or misogynistic behavior . But when it came to monetary loss, they fired him. Hope they take a look at the others too.
I was in tears listening to Mr. Police. Though my family has never experienced racism in that manner, it's heartbreaking to see what these victims of police brutality have gone through. Thanks for debuting the song on your show today.
Hiya Ms. V! Thank goodness for small favors, or 800 million to be clear. I wish Fox did care about all Tucker’s lies, but how could they when that is precisely the culture over there. I don’t expect any magical moral or ethical awakenings over there, but let’s hope that more monetary losses will send more liars out the door.
Mr. Police is heartbreaking and beautiful. IDK is amazing and doing what he can to make a big difference in such a different way. Love love love the song and him.
Hi Joanie. Today felt like karma finally got Tuccums. But the rest of them are still there. Hoping they will finally change their hateful words. But they will do a Dump and will be speaking in code. We shall see.
IDK has such a beautiful tone in his voice. The song was a heartbreaking nterpretation of the systemic racism in this country..😪
Hey V! Yes Ari's show tonight was excellent! I especially loved when Ari played Tucker's question (apparently to himself) of whether you could lie day in and day out. "Could you do that?" I laughed out loud. The projection was thick.
Hi C.G.👋 OMG!!! The Fox audience are so clueless. They take all their BS and actually believe it's true. I too yelled out at that one.🤣 We shall see how tomorrow's trial starts.
It's baffling! Ari played under 5 mins of Tucker's show and I sat there wondering who could sit through a whole show of this mess with that muppet voice...and then be lied to. Grievance is a strong drug. You have a blessed week also, V!! 😊
Hii Pamela. What a day of emotions. I've been excited for Tucker being fired. Then i worry about what is the next revelation from the right. But these Republicans are working overtime to destroy our democracy. Have you seen Mister Police yet?
I am sick at all of the miserable old white (mostly men) trying to say they were afraid..... because someone knocked on you door????? Guns everywhere and they want more out there! I am glad Tuck is out BUT what is next?
And a bunch of right wing nutjobs thought that is awesome. I am so happy to be here with you guys - it is refreshing and soul cleansing- being able to have like minded friends.
Hi Diva! I didn't get to see that segment yet. I watch on YT from someone who tapes and posts after the show. But they cut that segment off. I was so annoyed! Guess I'll have to wait for Ari to post on social media. 😔
Mark Thompson looks good. I had not seen him in a while.... neither here nor there - I just did not recognize him at first! Night all sleep is necessary / Nighty night Y’all!
It's awful how much more violence keeps erupting in the country.
All because a former TV personality was elected as president. He is just like all of them and they feel enpowered to kill people just because they want to do it. I live in a very red state and my neighboring town has Dump signs everywhere. That scares me so much.
I’m afraid for family, I’m afraid for friends as well as Matt. They have no idea that Asians are not all Chinese - plus what diff does it make. Never have I been ashamed of Matt and never will. My grandkids are all different in places and different races - we are like the United Nations! I love my family!!
Hi, Ms Diva! I think there are other shoes to fall! The upcoming lawsuit is even bigger! The E. Jean Carroll lawsuit starts this week. How does the song go, 'Anticipation'.
Hi Pamela! Was talking with my daughter and half watching tv, after Ari. If I could summersault, I’d flip to Phoenix😂😂😂. That news was so great, no attention was given to Don Lemon being canned, too. Someone else at NBC was fired. It was “get rid of your problem day!”
So the FL surgeon general altered the findings of the COVID vaccine- said it was much worse for young men & cause heart disease - he CHANGED the FINDINGS??? WTF 😬
You bet!! I don’t know if Rupert is trying to move to the other side - but it is too fucking late!! They helped cause an insurrection- not just Tuck Up
Hi Sabrina. When I first posted my comment, I hadn't heard how many more , "allegedly " horrible messages Tucker had sent. They are so bad they won't reveal them. So they cut ties with him before it got worse for Fox. But of course the others know their audience, so they will not stop the ugliness
I didn’t expect Tucker Carlson to be fired from Fox (Faux) News.
Just wondering 🤔…Murdoch fired Carlson, isn’t he the one that encouraged lying to their viewers? It is not like Murdoch is completely innocent from the spread of the election lies and more. It’s his company. It did not seem like he did anything to stop the lies.
Anyway, since Murdoch started to clean house, he might as well fire the rest of the Fox News hosts (liars).
787.5 million dollars payment to Dominion really hit Fox News where it hurts…good!
And they are not out of woods yet as they have pending lawsuits.
But something tells me that they are not done with the lying business…TBD🤷🏽♀️
Ari, thanks for this newsletter and your excellent analysis.
Hi, Sandra! Your 'take' is spot on! Figures don't lie, but liars figure! This is like some crazy episode of 'Survivor' and Tucker just got thrown off the boat! Who's next?
Alas, Poor Tucker! We knew you all too well, and what we knew, we didn't like! Perhaps you can learn Hungarian, and your friend, Viktor, will give you a job!
The Chinese are heavily invested in America already. If Tucker goes into politics, perhaps Xi would be willing to subsidize a new 'Manchurian Candidate!'
Thank you, Sandra for noting who oversaw it all! He may be driving the bus over Tucker, but he really should jump out and let the bus run over him too. The buck stops with him. I doubt they'll stop lying. It's their business model and somehow their audience loves to be lied to.
Hi Ms O! I thought that too, that Murdoch perpetuated FOX’s on-air model, but after last week’s settlement (and the ones to come), there is a stench to that rose🥀.
Hi, Sandra. I agree with you, Murdoch obviously couldn't have been unaware that Tucker was promoting a lie. And that makes him no less complicit than Carslon, he didn't stop him in any way. But it took a $700 million payout for Murdoch to do anything.
Hi, Sandra! Most likely a significant role in the dismissal of Tucker Carlson played a payment of 700 million, and the other leading so far such figures have not affected. That's why it hasn't affected them yet 🤔
Hi Sandra👋 You are right, Murdock is the head honcho at Fox. Nothing happened there without his approval. He was the main force in uplifting Dump to the presidency. Now he might be using Tucker as a scapegoat, but the others were just as guilty. Yes they are definitely not done with the liying business. But the I'm pretty sure Mr Honcho is worried about the other pending cases. We shall see. Good night!!
Agree! They have done such horrible things. Generally, I can say. Yes, they did this…BUT…and point out the positives. However, with this crowd—having gone after the innocent, the helpless, livelihoods, grieving families—so gleefully! And going into the Capitol, left me with absolutely no good will towards them!
Like so many other people, I was really glad to see that Fox was so overwhelmed by proof of their lies that they felt cpmelled to settle. I am hoping for additional punishment(s) down the road for them, but I don't see how this will result in any of their viewers realizing they were duped by the Faux News organization because all that company did was to pander to and reinforce the bigotry and hatred that was already there.
And isn't this mess just a further example of Murdoch's greed, and his willingness to shame and victimize other people in pursuit of obscene profits? His News International was involved in a cell phone hacking and bribery scandal in the late 90s to mid-2000s that victimized the royal family, celebrities, and even ordinary people just to get headlines for News of the Day and other Murdoch papers. NOTD was shut down and people went to jail for that POS. Among the victims was the family of a young girl who had been kidnapped and murdered. Based on this and the Faux News lies and propagandizing, I'd say that lying to viewers and readers was, in fact, a part of Murdoch's business practice. One that has made him very rich at the expense of just about everyone.
Hi Sara! Yes, I recall all of that, even seeing his wife defending him from the pie in the face. It wasn’t too long after, she was a plaintiff against him for divorce. Their world!!
Happy Monday, Ari!!! I did not see this coming, especially with their biggest star. I don't know yet if this changes their model, but it does shake things up a bit. It definitely puts others on notice. Plenty of the other actors on the network share the same schtick, so I'm curious to see what else comes of this. I'm very confused how their programs are considered news. I watched just enough from what you aired to us today, to know none of that should be labeled journalism. "the justice system can still work, lies can have consequences and the truth remains pretty powerful — which is precisely why autocrats and coup-planners are so afraid of it." I love this!!! You're an excellent writer!
He does write well, while remaining clear and simple! I think we all were surprised today! Was definitely a great start to my morning. Enjoy your week!❤️
I was also quite surprised that Tucker was fired, he is the star of their "show". It's scary to think that they position themselves as news. I hope the rest of the lying actors learn their lesson and calm down.
You're right. But it hurts to think that their "right" can be explained by losses. Otherwise, how much longer would Tucker continue to lie on these "shows".
Ari, “You’re Fired” is apropos for this newsletter! Serves a double purpose. You summarized the events surrounding Carlson well! His firing demonstrated that our value to others has a price, and that the dispensable Carlson became his own collateral damage. Today, he learned that 3 million viewers couldn’t preserve his spot at FOX, just like they couldn’t keep Trump in as president. Defaming others has been Carlson’s (and other hosts) forte’. Fortunately, his/their arrogance led to them generating a trail of emails, texts, and recordings. Thereby, creating a great day for America!
Diva, you're so right here and it's glorious to witness! The best part was watching the interview that Tucker did with Trump, after text displayed how badly he detest him. Just embarrassing to go out that way! 😂
Ari is a great writer! I love his titles and subtitles.
For years, Tucker gave us all those faces of faux outrage; would loved to have seen his face on yesterday! I don’t wallow in people’s pain, but “Oh, what a beautiful morning.”🎼
I think Fox will double down on support of Trump. The revenue is in the MAGA base. Dominion took the money because of the risk of a MAGA member being on the jury and never being able to come to a unanimous decision. I don't like that but it is what it is. Carlson simply pushed the envelop too far and worse yet, left an audit trail within Fox's email records. Absent documented discussions, the settlement would have been much less, if any.
The Police swear up and down that there is no quota system, but Arguendo (as the Master would say), if there WAS a quota system, then guess who makes the best candidates for 'low hanging fruit'? (Strange Fruit?)
I think you're right about the double down, even though Murdoch's plan was to pivot. They just can't quit him, especially since Desantis is catching fire.
Indeedy............looks like DeSatanic will self ignite and descend into ashes. Since none of the MAGA lites will attack Trump for what he is, it looks like Trumps gonna be the candidate, unless his cholesterol catches up with him.
I'm sure his cholesterol is no bueno! 😂 But evil takes a long time to die. Maggats love that dude and trump is not going easy on Desantis. The moment Desantis makes an announcement, Trump is going all in on him. He already gave a preview. It will not be pretty for Desantis and he has no personality, so he'll sink fast. But it is truly sad that someone who was impeached twice, tried to overturn an election, and has 34 counts against him is even considered. Insane and embarrassing for America.
Well, the rapist goes on trial tomorrow v E. Jean Carroll. I wonder if his manhood is as my friend allleges pretty damn limp when he faces the reality of paying out damages for saying she's certainly not the type of woman he'd ever wanna go the distance with. Laughing. Sorry. Couldn't resist the diatribe against the "suit" who I'm sure has virtually zero criteria.
WOW! I did NOT see that coming! My earlier prediction was totally wrong, so I apologize. That's one of the positive things about being cynical. Most of the time, you are vindicated, but sometimes, you are pleasantly surprised! Tonight, I was pleasantly surprised! This sets up an interesting scenario. If Smartmatics follows through and puts Tucker on the stand, will he turn vindictive and direct his vitriol toward his ex-employers? As Rachel would say, 'Watch this space!'
You asked an interesting question, but I think non-disclosure agreements in these companies are the first thing signed. Also, don't forget that people are greedy as hell for money, and his silence may just buy it.
We must certainly entertain that possibility, Ms Sabrina! However, NDAs cannot be used to prevent the disclosure of information that is in the public interest, especially in cases of illegal activity! Faux ?News? admitted to damaging Dominion's reputation through public defamation of Dominion's machines. This is prima facie evidence of Faux's crime(s)!
I take no pleasure in being justified, Ms Sabrina! It pains me to find our democracy in such a precarious position, but it is somewhat gratifying to see one of the architects of the attempted dismantlement finally being held to some account for its scurrilous and unscrupulous activities, all in furtherance of the grift and its precious ratings!
Hi Dave! In this organization, money might keep his mouth shut--a little extra in the severance pay. Many were pleasantly surprised! Certainly made my day!
Ms D, I am pleased that you are pleased but I doubt there's any honor among THESE thieves! Tucker was SO popular and he made them SO much money, I don't think that he signed an NDA! Besides, since his stepmom is the heiress to the Swanson fortune, it's unlikely that money motivates him. He's more the raw power type, in order to compensate for his lack of humanity!
…To compensate his lacking, period…Dave, breaking news: Money motivates us all-for Rupert, Trump and all his grifters, SCOTUS, Koch Bros, Putin, the Sudan generals, and definitely, Congress! Money is the power! These people lust for attention! They run all over the place, until they eventually get noticed and flame out. Unfortunately, many are destructive, along the way!
Yes Ms D! 'Money Makes Da Vorld Go Round!' Unfortunately for us, we become 'Collateral Damage' in this idiotic game! For the Right, this has become 'Deguello', no quarter asked, and none given! Please join us in the Peanut Gallery as we watch them flame out before our very eyes!
MAYBE they found out Tucker is secretly working for ....... uhhhhhh maybe? Maybe big time - that may be why he was fired - something BIG enough that there was nothing he could do. What could he have done.... 🤔
An ND is possible- it was in radio -I had to sign one when I started & another as I left- 🤷♂️ I guess that depends on the employer-
Ohhhh also - not sure which state it is in - Arizona is an at will state - Employees AND employers have the right to fire you for no reason. Employees can walk out anytime. The usual - employees “get to quit”. But employers can fire you with no notice nothing....
Hi Ari. Your show today was amazing. Pointing out all the misinformation and projections from Tucker was on point. It's a shame that the powers at Fox didnt care how many lies Tucker told , his obvious bigotry, or misogynistic behavior . But when it came to monetary loss, they fired him. Hope they take a look at the others too.
I was in tears listening to Mr. Police. Though my family has never experienced racism in that manner, it's heartbreaking to see what these victims of police brutality have gone through. Thanks for debuting the song on your show today.
Take care. Have a blessed week. 🙏😃❤️
Hiya Ms. V! Thank goodness for small favors, or 800 million to be clear. I wish Fox did care about all Tucker’s lies, but how could they when that is precisely the culture over there. I don’t expect any magical moral or ethical awakenings over there, but let’s hope that more monetary losses will send more liars out the door.
Mr. Police is heartbreaking and beautiful. IDK is amazing and doing what he can to make a big difference in such a different way. Love love love the song and him.
Hi Joanie. Today felt like karma finally got Tuccums. But the rest of them are still there. Hoping they will finally change their hateful words. But they will do a Dump and will be speaking in code. We shall see.
IDK has such a beautiful tone in his voice. The song was a heartbreaking nterpretation of the systemic racism in this country..😪
Take care, have a blessed week. 🙏🥰🎶
Buenas Noches, Abuelita V! Somehow, my last message went to Ms Pamela. Como esta su nieto (el bebe muy hermoso)?
Hey V! Yes Ari's show tonight was excellent! I especially loved when Ari played Tucker's question (apparently to himself) of whether you could lie day in and day out. "Could you do that?" I laughed out loud. The projection was thick.
Hi C.G.👋 OMG!!! The Fox audience are so clueless. They take all their BS and actually believe it's true. I too yelled out at that one.🤣 We shall see how tomorrow's trial starts.
Have a blessed week🙏😃❤️
It's baffling! Ari played under 5 mins of Tucker's show and I sat there wondering who could sit through a whole show of this mess with that muppet voice...and then be lied to. Grievance is a strong drug. You have a blessed week also, V!! 😊
Hi CG, I see Ari has the “Police” video at the bottom of the newsletter, if you haven’t seen it. You can also locate it at “MSNBC The Beat” ENJOY!
Hey V - watching it right now out here in the valley of the sun.... what a day !! But we need those tapes!
Hii Pamela. What a day of emotions. I've been excited for Tucker being fired. Then i worry about what is the next revelation from the right. But these Republicans are working overtime to destroy our democracy. Have you seen Mister Police yet?
I am sick at all of the miserable old white (mostly men) trying to say they were afraid..... because someone knocked on you door????? Guns everywhere and they want more out there! I am glad Tuck is out BUT what is next?
Hopefully more of them out.
I agree!
And a bunch of right wing nutjobs thought that is awesome. I am so happy to be here with you guys - it is refreshing and soul cleansing- being able to have like minded friends.
I've enjoying sharing so much with everyone here too. It's been very therapeutic.
“Mr Police” is a powerful song/video. I thought they were true events. Only after Ari clarified it, did I notice the writing that it was fictional.
Hi Diva! I didn't get to see that segment yet. I watch on YT from someone who tapes and posts after the show. But they cut that segment off. I was so annoyed! Guess I'll have to wait for Ari to post on social media. 😔
Awww! Hi CG! It was his music interview section at the end, with IDK and Mark Thompson! Perhaps Ari might post. It debuted on “The Beat.” An honor!
Mark Thompson looks good. I had not seen him in a while.... neither here nor there - I just did not recognize him at first! Night all sleep is necessary / Nighty night Y’all!
I'm hoping he does. He usually makes sure to share a segment or two on Facebook. I'll keep my eye out for it. What a great day! 😊
I hate when they do that! Streaming can be annoying sometimes. Right when a good part is starting they
It is coming up now! I am so interested in it. I am behind - but glad I’m able to see The Beat
It's awful how much more violence keeps erupting in the country.
All because a former TV personality was elected as president. He is just like all of them and they feel enpowered to kill people just because they want to do it. I live in a very red state and my neighboring town has Dump signs everywhere. That scares me so much.
I’m afraid for family, I’m afraid for friends as well as Matt. They have no idea that Asians are not all Chinese - plus what diff does it make. Never have I been ashamed of Matt and never will. My grandkids are all different in places and different races - we are like the United Nations! I love my family!!
Ms Pamela, you are the poster child for multi-cultural diversity! I think John Lennon said it best, 'Imagine all the people, Sharing all the world!'
Oh Pamela, that is so sweet. This is the type love our country needs right now.❤️❤️❤️
Oh my - that was excellent!! And the point is quite clear - And it is time for a clean up on Aisle RIGHT
Shocked about Don Lemmon
I was as well - I guess other people were on the chopping block too! Why can’t these guys handle power trips with sexual harassment or rape? 🤦♀️
Yes, his show was quite enjoyable! I feel as you, and that this is that additional piece to that $787.5 settlement.
Hi, Ms Diva! I think there are other shoes to fall! The upcoming lawsuit is even bigger! The E. Jean Carroll lawsuit starts this week. How does the song go, 'Anticipation'.
This is what I'm waiting for. 😊
Calendargirl, do I detect a certain vicarious schadenfreude in your Anticipation? If so, then I join you in the peanut gallery of MustSee TV!
😂😂😂Yep, perfect song choice…I wish they’d start to point out why these lawsuits are culminating at once—due to his gaming and delays.
I'll bring the popcorn Ms CG!
Dave, we’re saving our popcorn for the mafia…OOPS…MAGA boss!😂
Respect, Ms D! This is just the pre-lims leading up to the main event! LET'S GET READY TO RRRRRUUUUMMMBBBLLLEEE!! !
Hi Diva you got it right, THE MAGA MAFIA ENTERPRISE!!!
I thought of you tpday as I passed the ice cream display at the grocery store. I saw my banana nut ice cream, but kept going. 🤣
There’s our girl!! Hey Ms Diva!
Hi Pamela! Was talking with my daughter and half watching tv, after Ari. If I could summersault, I’d flip to Phoenix😂😂😂. That news was so great, no attention was given to Don Lemon being canned, too. Someone else at NBC was fired. It was “get rid of your problem day!”
Oh NBC Too?!?!? I missed that one! Yup - got extra baggage? Well it is Monday Madness!! Fire all the egos & keep the keepers!!
👍🏽
So the FL surgeon general altered the findings of the COVID vaccine- said it was much worse for young men & cause heart disease - he CHANGED the FINDINGS??? WTF 😬
That’s why you have to research for yourself. I double-check everything—even down to which vaccine was more beneficial for me.
I remember that - I wear we have a huge dump truck full of dumpster fire!!
I know, that’s why these FOX/Trump/MAGA cases are so important
You bet!! I don’t know if Rupert is trying to move to the other side - but it is too fucking late!! They helped cause an insurrection- not just Tuck Up
I’m watching the same thing. You recall, Trump had him at the WH, saying all kind of dumb crap!
I totally agree with you, they are driven by numbers and are unlikely to look at others until they begin to make a loss, unfortunately.
Hi Sabrina. When I first posted my comment, I hadn't heard how many more , "allegedly " horrible messages Tucker had sent. They are so bad they won't reveal them. So they cut ties with him before it got worse for Fox. But of course the others know their audience, so they will not stop the ugliness
Have a blessed weekend !!🙏😊❤️
Wishing you a wonderful weekend tooooo ❤️
Hi V Garcia, I love everything that said👍🏽👏🏽
Good evening Ari and Happy Monday😃
I didn’t expect Tucker Carlson to be fired from Fox (Faux) News.
Just wondering 🤔…Murdoch fired Carlson, isn’t he the one that encouraged lying to their viewers? It is not like Murdoch is completely innocent from the spread of the election lies and more. It’s his company. It did not seem like he did anything to stop the lies.
Anyway, since Murdoch started to clean house, he might as well fire the rest of the Fox News hosts (liars).
787.5 million dollars payment to Dominion really hit Fox News where it hurts…good!
And they are not out of woods yet as they have pending lawsuits.
But something tells me that they are not done with the lying business…TBD🤷🏽♀️
Ari, thanks for this newsletter and your excellent analysis.
Cheers, Ari and everyone😃😃😃
Hi, Sandra! Your 'take' is spot on! Figures don't lie, but liars figure! This is like some crazy episode of 'Survivor' and Tucker just got thrown off the boat! Who's next?
😂 get out of the boat Tuck - can’t swim - too bad
Alas, Poor Tucker! We knew you all too well, and what we knew, we didn't like! Perhaps you can learn Hungarian, and your friend, Viktor, will give you a job!
Or Vladimir Putin, whoever that comes first😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂
The Chinese are heavily invested in America already. If Tucker goes into politics, perhaps Xi would be willing to subsidize a new 'Manchurian Candidate!'
🤣🤣🤣
Hi David, exactly👍🏽 We will find out who’s next sooner or later
Thank you, Sandra for noting who oversaw it all! He may be driving the bus over Tucker, but he really should jump out and let the bus run over him too. The buck stops with him. I doubt they'll stop lying. It's their business model and somehow their audience loves to be lied to.
Hi Ms O! I thought that too, that Murdoch perpetuated FOX’s on-air model, but after last week’s settlement (and the ones to come), there is a stench to that rose🥀.
Hi, Sandra. I agree with you, Murdoch obviously couldn't have been unaware that Tucker was promoting a lie. And that makes him no less complicit than Carslon, he didn't stop him in any way. But it took a $700 million payout for Murdoch to do anything.
Hi, Sandra! Most likely a significant role in the dismissal of Tucker Carlson played a payment of 700 million, and the other leading so far such figures have not affected. That's why it hasn't affected them yet 🤔
Agreed!
Hi Sandra👋 You are right, Murdock is the head honcho at Fox. Nothing happened there without his approval. He was the main force in uplifting Dump to the presidency. Now he might be using Tucker as a scapegoat, but the others were just as guilty. Yes they are definitely not done with the liying business. But the I'm pretty sure Mr Honcho is worried about the other pending cases. We shall see. Good night!!
Have a blessed week.!!🙏😊❤️
Where is our Diva? I’m waiting to hear what Ns Diva has to say about Tuck It!
Hey Sandra! Happy Monday!
Hey Pamela😃😃😃 What’s good?😃😃😃
ME!!! Of course! Oh and Tuck it got the axe!!!! 🥳
Best news ever👍🏽
They needed to cut costs & they figured he makes to much anyway - GONE! Wonder if Hannity knew or if he is shaking in his boots!
Hi Ari,
Unfortunately, until they get rid of Hannity and Ingram, I think the foolishness will continue. But, I bet they won’t text or email each anymore. Lol
Don’t stop there, Mickey. There’s that Jesse Watters, Jeannine, Maria, and a slew of wannabes.
Don't stop there. Throw Murdoch away too. 😂
CG, you’re going for the big dog!😂😂😂
I knew I liked her Ms. Diva!!! Going after the big ol ‘ dogs! Go Cg!!
Agree! They have done such horrible things. Generally, I can say. Yes, they did this…BUT…and point out the positives. However, with this crowd—having gone after the innocent, the helpless, livelihoods, grieving families—so gleefully! And going into the Capitol, left me with absolutely no good will towards them!
You're right. But it seems to me that as long as they don't screw up like Tucker, they won't be touched, unfortunately.
Ari, this is a great day for the truth. Thank you for always keeping your coverage real. It makes a huge difference. All the best!
Well you someone was going to take the fall..but I feel the Fox all together should be shut down.
Depends on how much the next trial & how much they pay
Same. They've caused so much damage to people's lives and our democracy.
Me, too, Debbie! I think they have misused/abused their media rights!
I agree with you. But, unfortunately, I believe that they will survive as long as they remain profitable.
I agree!
Hi Ari.
Like so many other people, I was really glad to see that Fox was so overwhelmed by proof of their lies that they felt cpmelled to settle. I am hoping for additional punishment(s) down the road for them, but I don't see how this will result in any of their viewers realizing they were duped by the Faux News organization because all that company did was to pander to and reinforce the bigotry and hatred that was already there.
And isn't this mess just a further example of Murdoch's greed, and his willingness to shame and victimize other people in pursuit of obscene profits? His News International was involved in a cell phone hacking and bribery scandal in the late 90s to mid-2000s that victimized the royal family, celebrities, and even ordinary people just to get headlines for News of the Day and other Murdoch papers. NOTD was shut down and people went to jail for that POS. Among the victims was the family of a young girl who had been kidnapped and murdered. Based on this and the Faux News lies and propagandizing, I'd say that lying to viewers and readers was, in fact, a part of Murdoch's business practice. One that has made him very rich at the expense of just about everyone.
Hi Sara! Yes, I recall all of that, even seeing his wife defending him from the pie in the face. It wasn’t too long after, she was a plaintiff against him for divorce. Their world!!
Excellent coverage as usual.🍷😊
Couldn’t happen to a nicer guy 🙏🏽
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Happy Monday, Ari!!! I did not see this coming, especially with their biggest star. I don't know yet if this changes their model, but it does shake things up a bit. It definitely puts others on notice. Plenty of the other actors on the network share the same schtick, so I'm curious to see what else comes of this. I'm very confused how their programs are considered news. I watched just enough from what you aired to us today, to know none of that should be labeled journalism. "the justice system can still work, lies can have consequences and the truth remains pretty powerful — which is precisely why autocrats and coup-planners are so afraid of it." I love this!!! You're an excellent writer!
He does write well, while remaining clear and simple! I think we all were surprised today! Was definitely a great start to my morning. Enjoy your week!❤️
Yes, I look forward to his newsletters! You have a great week also, Diva!!
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Hell yeah he is! Hey there CG happy Monday! Great way to start it off!! Bye bye Tucker!
I was also quite surprised that Tucker was fired, he is the star of their "show". It's scary to think that they position themselves as news. I hope the rest of the lying actors learn their lesson and calm down.
I love Ari’s writing too - simple, to the point, easy to understand... I love Ari’s newsletters 😃👍🏽
Absolutely amazing. Even more amazing is that it took that long for FOX to do the “right” thing!
You're right. But it hurts to think that their "right" can be explained by losses. Otherwise, how much longer would Tucker continue to lie on these "shows".
Great idea for the protest musical/film piece! Great way to step forward in a new way! Thank you, to the musician/activist and to you, Ari!
Ari, “You’re Fired” is apropos for this newsletter! Serves a double purpose. You summarized the events surrounding Carlson well! His firing demonstrated that our value to others has a price, and that the dispensable Carlson became his own collateral damage. Today, he learned that 3 million viewers couldn’t preserve his spot at FOX, just like they couldn’t keep Trump in as president. Defaming others has been Carlson’s (and other hosts) forte’. Fortunately, his/their arrogance led to them generating a trail of emails, texts, and recordings. Thereby, creating a great day for America!
yes- love Ari's title!
Diva, you're so right here and it's glorious to witness! The best part was watching the interview that Tucker did with Trump, after text displayed how badly he detest him. Just embarrassing to go out that way! 😂
Ari is a great writer! I love his titles and subtitles.
For years, Tucker gave us all those faces of faux outrage; would loved to have seen his face on yesterday! I don’t wallow in people’s pain, but “Oh, what a beautiful morning.”🎼
Hannity next please but this was a start cleaning up crap
LOVE IDK and Mr. Police song. Wow!
It was awesome! The video too!!
I think Fox will double down on support of Trump. The revenue is in the MAGA base. Dominion took the money because of the risk of a MAGA member being on the jury and never being able to come to a unanimous decision. I don't like that but it is what it is. Carlson simply pushed the envelop too far and worse yet, left an audit trail within Fox's email records. Absent documented discussions, the settlement would have been much less, if any.
Because he was the one who said - I HATE HIM- PASSIONATELY
So bye bye Tuck!
Hi Pamela, the “hate” did not stop Tucker Carlson from lying and lying continuously
Amen sister - it is Mr. Police!!!!! Excellent!! And it did look real like normal life!!
The Police swear up and down that there is no quota system, but Arguendo (as the Master would say), if there WAS a quota system, then guess who makes the best candidates for 'low hanging fruit'? (Strange Fruit?)
They swear up & down their camera was on, they swear he “resisted arrest. They swear they would Never murder anyone….but then they do
Again and again and a...........
Hi, Pamela! Good Riddance to Bad Trash!
Hiya Davey!! 😂 sorry had to do it! And amen - hopefully it is not recycled
No, I think this needs to be incinerated, even at the risk of destroying the air quality for many days!
Sooner the better !!
I think you're right about the double down, even though Murdoch's plan was to pivot. They just can't quit him, especially since Desantis is catching fire.
Indeedy............looks like DeSatanic will self ignite and descend into ashes. Since none of the MAGA lites will attack Trump for what he is, it looks like Trumps gonna be the candidate, unless his cholesterol catches up with him.
I'm sure his cholesterol is no bueno! 😂 But evil takes a long time to die. Maggats love that dude and trump is not going easy on Desantis. The moment Desantis makes an announcement, Trump is going all in on him. He already gave a preview. It will not be pretty for Desantis and he has no personality, so he'll sink fast. But it is truly sad that someone who was impeached twice, tried to overturn an election, and has 34 counts against him is even considered. Insane and embarrassing for America.
Well, the rapist goes on trial tomorrow v E. Jean Carroll. I wonder if his manhood is as my friend allleges pretty damn limp when he faces the reality of paying out damages for saying she's certainly not the type of woman he'd ever wanna go the distance with. Laughing. Sorry. Couldn't resist the diatribe against the "suit" who I'm sure has virtually zero criteria.
Someone had to stop him, he had already stopped seeing the framework.
WOW! I did NOT see that coming! My earlier prediction was totally wrong, so I apologize. That's one of the positive things about being cynical. Most of the time, you are vindicated, but sometimes, you are pleasantly surprised! Tonight, I was pleasantly surprised! This sets up an interesting scenario. If Smartmatics follows through and puts Tucker on the stand, will he turn vindictive and direct his vitriol toward his ex-employers? As Rachel would say, 'Watch this space!'
You asked an interesting question, but I think non-disclosure agreements in these companies are the first thing signed. Also, don't forget that people are greedy as hell for money, and his silence may just buy it.
We must certainly entertain that possibility, Ms Sabrina! However, NDAs cannot be used to prevent the disclosure of information that is in the public interest, especially in cases of illegal activity! Faux ?News? admitted to damaging Dominion's reputation through public defamation of Dominion's machines. This is prima facie evidence of Faux's crime(s)!
You are absolutely right, David. Thank you for the clarification.
I take no pleasure in being justified, Ms Sabrina! It pains me to find our democracy in such a precarious position, but it is somewhat gratifying to see one of the architects of the attempted dismantlement finally being held to some account for its scurrilous and unscrupulous activities, all in furtherance of the grift and its precious ratings!
Hi Dave! In this organization, money might keep his mouth shut--a little extra in the severance pay. Many were pleasantly surprised! Certainly made my day!
Ms D, I am pleased that you are pleased but I doubt there's any honor among THESE thieves! Tucker was SO popular and he made them SO much money, I don't think that he signed an NDA! Besides, since his stepmom is the heiress to the Swanson fortune, it's unlikely that money motivates him. He's more the raw power type, in order to compensate for his lack of humanity!
…To compensate his lacking, period…Dave, breaking news: Money motivates us all-for Rupert, Trump and all his grifters, SCOTUS, Koch Bros, Putin, the Sudan generals, and definitely, Congress! Money is the power! These people lust for attention! They run all over the place, until they eventually get noticed and flame out. Unfortunately, many are destructive, along the way!
Yes Ms D! 'Money Makes Da Vorld Go Round!' Unfortunately for us, we become 'Collateral Damage' in this idiotic game! For the Right, this has become 'Deguello', no quarter asked, and none given! Please join us in the Peanut Gallery as we watch them flame out before our very eyes!
😂😂😂I’m there!
C;mon in! The water's fine!
MAYBE they found out Tucker is secretly working for ....... uhhhhhh maybe? Maybe big time - that may be why he was fired - something BIG enough that there was nothing he could do. What could he have done.... 🤔
An ND is possible- it was in radio -I had to sign one when I started & another as I left- 🤷♂️ I guess that depends on the employer-
Ohhhh also - not sure which state it is in - Arizona is an at will state - Employees AND employers have the right to fire you for no reason. Employees can walk out anytime. The usual - employees “get to quit”. But employers can fire you with no notice nothing....
Ms Pamela, I don't know for sure. They may be a Delaware Corp. That seems to be the refugre for most scalawags!