Living in Bizarro World: Spit-covered double standards
You’ve probably noticed the new “Notable Quotable” feature on my blog. I think it’s important not to let Geraldo Rivera’s hate speech disappear down the rabbit hole. I am not surprised that he’s gotten away with it. I am not surprised by the almost universal refusal in the MSM to condemn his disgusting threat. Nor will I be surprised when we get cowardly explanations that he didn’t really mean it. Apologists will play the Wonkette card. It was just a joke. Blah, blah, blah.
Nor am I surprised by the drooling pile-on by the Left. If you tolerate a bully, you beget more bullying. Last night, it was MSNBC’s Keith Olbermann frothing at the mouth–citing Geraldo approvingly as he handed out a “Worst Person in the World” award to…me. Really:
Now, can you imagine the uproar if any other female journalist/commentator had been on the receiving end of Geraldo’s rhetorical spittle? This wasn’t an off-the-record comment at a cocktail party or a private remark in a green room. It was on-the-record smear to a Boston Globe reporter.
And the message over the past week has been: This smear/attack/threat is acceptable.
Another little anecdote that reveals what a Bizarro World we live in: To ensure that Geraldo’s spit slam didn’t go quietly into the night, I bought a few ads through Google Adsense and Quigo. I believe in holding people accountable for their words. If you Google “Geraldo Rivera,” you may spot the ad in the sponsored links:
The ad also appeared on the FoxNews.com website…
…until I received an e-mail this morning from ad company Quigo notifying me that the ad had been pulled and my account revoked:
Unfortunately, we had to disable your ad due to offensive content. If you have another ad copy that you would like to use, we would be more than happy to switch it out. Until that time, however, your account will be blocked.
Rich. Just rich.
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This is absolutely unbelievable. I am speechless.
That is truly ridiculous on Quigo’s part. I’m not sure what is offensive about using Geraldo’s own words on an ad that comes up when searching his name.
I saw the clip earlier on hotair. I’m sorry you have had to endure this, these pigs are childish immature little rodents who dont deserve the air they breath. Again, my family adores you and wish you all the best this bizarro world has to offer beautiful people like yourself.
The content, I believe, is exactly the point…
Amazing. Someone tell these people to turn down the stupid.
I wish I were close enough to get infront of G-boy and yell something suitable like “So you like to spit on women, do you jerk??”, but alas I am too far away.
Although if you can alter it so they don’t find it offensive so Geraldo traffic comes to your blog, I think it is still worth it.
They told me I needed to remove the word “Unhinged” and also this:
“Your ad should be in as positive a light as possible.”
Really.
Michelle, since you are both contributers to Fox News, it would be interesting to see what they have to say about this. Such as do they condemn his remarks, and if not, why not? And why does Rivera still have a job at Fox? Hang tough; he is light years away from you in both class and profesionalism, but I believe these are the kind of things you can’t just shrug off and let go.
Geraldo has a history of behavioral issues regarding women. One of the reasons he defended Clinton so fiercely was that he personally identified with boorish behavior.
He should apologize.
Respectfully,
eric http://www.blacktygrrrr.wordpress.com
Oh, and really, why do we even speak that O guy’s name? He’s a moron. Dead people are smarter than he is, and far more witty.
And he looks like the kid who used to tattle on people who talked in class when the teacher wasn’t in the room. And who would them cry to mommy about how no one likes him.
o-O
How do you “positive-up” that. Seriously. Are they reading these things?
Maybe instead of “unhinged” you should say “lady’s man”?
Hannity invited him to next week’s Freedom Concert. I’ll be there, and if Geraldope shows, I’ll relay your message. Promise.
How about “See what Geraldo is salivating about!!!” ?
That’s kinda positive.
Like he’ll show. There would be plenty of guys (and gals) would would wish to demonstrate very, very clearly howmuch the disagree with his desire.
But a “sandwich-board” sign with his quote would be a great way to get your picture in the paper…
Michelle:
I am unsure how to go about it – maybe you or someone else can:
It would be interesting to see a sample, if any exist, of any other ‘offensive’ ads that this company has up that HAVEN’T been removed….
Can anyone research and enlighten us?
haha, you’re cute when you are angry MM. I wish I could be the ‘worst person in the world’. . . more pub.
Here’s what you should do RE: Fox though. Use this as PROOF that what Geraldo said was ‘hate speech’, offensive, and in need of reprimand. All you did was post what he said. It triggered censorship for being hateful (rightly so).
Here’s where you use this to your advantage. DON’T PAY for traffic. DON’T DEMAND that G be punished. Request retribution from FOX in terms of linking to your sites from their HOMEPAGE of foxnews.com. Request that they send traffic to your hotair.com site and michellemalkin.com site by linking to your site from their homepage as some sort of retribution for your ‘coworkers’ attack on you.
Ask for two homepage links. It’ll drive more traffic to your sites and it won’t cost FoxNews a thing. You now have proof that his words were offensive. I got your back girl, trust me.
Michelle, you have living, breathing support in the form of the members of this blog community. You don’t need Quigo.
Geraldo’s unacceptable actions won’t disappear down the rabbit hole. We won’t let them.
Could this be fear of lawsuit or fear of some other kind of retribution on the part of Quigo? I’m not condoning their action, just curious as to why they would take such action.
The double standards on parade here are astounding; Geraldo making a public threat of battery (and no, I don’t think it was figurative) and an ad company censoring content that documents it.
VRWC indeed.
Keith Olbermann thinks anyone to the right of Fidel Castro is the Worst Person In The World. He’s a moron.
But I guess there’s a big Geraldo fan at Quigo.
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff289/swj719AWG/Geraldoad-fullofwin.jpg
Thought you folks might like to see the Ad, where it belongs…
Thacker:
Unless I’m reading things incorrectly – Quigo took it down NOT because of Geraldo’s comments – but because of Michelle’s use of the word ‘Unhinged’.
How ridiculous is that?
A prominent member of the journalistic community ( wow, that is really loose terminology ) states his desire to spit on a minority female member of that same community, and is he taken to task for it? No.
The woman is taken to task for calling HIM unhinged.
Like I said in another thread about something unrelated – Bizarro world – indeed.
Well Olberduffus brought O’Reilly in the mix now, what say you Bill, are you going to give our lady friend Michelle you’re support? I think highly of you Mr.O’Reilly please step up here for Michelle.
I still do not understand why this creep’s traitorous actions while covering the Third Army in Iraq has been forgotten, or swept under the rug. Additionally, I have friends who personally saw him filming segments, feigning being under fire, while the firefight was blocks away.
What’s the big problem with using the word, “Unhinged”? I don’t get it.
I’ve found ‘Barack Obama Exposed’, ‘Who can you believe?’( when googling several different politicians )….
Considering that ‘Unhinged’ is in the title of one of Michelle’s Books – I don’t see why she can’t use it in one of her advertisements….
I can hear alot of, “Um..er..well…uh…” coming from Quigo staff members…
Well, let’s see, in the World According to Olbermann, Michelle is the worst person in the world, Bill O’Reilly is a “serial sexual harrasser”… haven’t heard K.O. weigh in on Britt Hume yet, but intuition tells me Hume won’t be his pick for Mensch of the Year.
Geraldo’s comment is offensive, but YOUR account is blocked? Makes perfect sense…
Would it be possible for Michelle to provide us with an e-mail address so that we might send them little notes expressing our concern over their decision?
Can not stress this enough –
We come here to read what you have published, more often than most anything or anyone else, we (as much as I can speak for most of the people on this site) agree with you and are glad to see your opinions and comments on newsworthy items that you post here, and,
We want you to know, that we are all personally saddened by the idiots who treat you this way, and wish all the best for you and your family. Please do not let their idiocy bother you in any way. Because what you do – every day – affects all of us in a positive way. We are informed, we see things that we might not ordinarily find in the news, because of your efforts.
Every day, these idiots make such comments because you are as effective as you are. Every day, you are appreciated by the people who often comment on this page.
I know that you’re aware of this already, but it sometimes takes events like this to get people motivated to make a comment. We’re with you. And we’re so much better off with you here.
Thanks.
I love the video, Darth Malkin.
Very nice badge of honor!
I think it’s been said already, in one form or another, but if MM was a liberal, minority female, these attacks on her would be discussed in every circle and highlighted as racist and discriminatory.
Remember the “Aunt Jemima” comments and others aimed at Condi?
Same _____, different day.
The world truly is turning upside down. The lack of accountability in this country is really starting to bother me. For Whorealdo’s sake I hope we never get to meet in person I would love to administer a good old fashioned Military style wall-to-wall counseling session with him. I have lost all tolerance for self important shrills like this sorry excuse for a human being.
I’ve been out of the country the past eight days and just saw this. How awful. Is there any chance that MM’s connections at Fox can get this thing exposed on the Factor? Can we get Geraldo on Fox’s carpet to answer for his threat?
Imus indirectly insulted a bunch of women whom he had never met and it cost him his job. Can’t Geraldo at least get reprimanded for a personal, intentional attack, directed specifically at MM?
I would like to see Rupurt Murdoc on air with Geraldo, they each give a little “what was said was wrong, FOXNews does not support them, blah blah blah”, and when Geraldo finishes his statement, Rup turns to him, and said “Oh… And your fired. Security will escort you out…”
Cut to commercial.
So Geraldo would rather spit on an American that inform law enforcement of a foreign criminal?
Quigo’ly-down-under probably had a call from Geraldo threatening a lawsuit and they pulled the ad. I wouldn’t put it past him instead of taking out an ad of his own apologizing. What a creep.
Michelle, when it comes to news coverage about GR, I’m certain you realize the commitment liberals have, especially the MSM, to look the other way when dems are spewing hurtful comments, and to strike out at the other side whenever within reach. Remember, when liberals are quoted in the news, they don’t feel or believe one thing or another as may be implied in made-for-election-season news, they position themselves and make statements which will further their agenda and that of the MSM bosses.
I see a trade coming up. Geraldo for Rita Cosby. That is if she can weather the storm over her book on the ANS circus.
Don’t forget Olberman is also one of the folks on Sunday Night Football on NBC now. I used to watch it since the games were generally better matches and the Monday Night games just caused too much conflict with the work week. I refuse to watch them as long as Uberdunce is on there and encourage others to let NBC know. When their football ratings sink as low as PMSNBC ratings maybe they will get the hint.
I found this link to Quigo’s public relations department. Already sent them an email expressing my displeasure with their decision.
lisak@quigo.com
Sorry that you have to put with this Michelle. I’m also writing to Hannity to find out why he would even invite this low life to his otherwise great event.
Birds of a feather
Paybacks are a female dog.
Throw this in Olbermann’s pie hole.
http://takeourcountryback-snooper.blogspot.com/2007/09/olbermann-is-whining-againget-over.html
Perk, #23, not surprising. I saw one report where he claimed to be under fire, but his cameraman never flinched…The man is as empty as Al Capone’s safe.
Smear statements are politically incorrect unless they smear someone the left doesn’t like…
I didnt know he was on the sunday nfl, now im officially sick to my stomach. I’ve disliked him from his beginning out here and now I hear this. justagrunt thanks for the tip but you ruined my day (not you’re fault). this news to me sucks bigtime. barf and gag.
Michelle, you scare the crap out of the idiot dems. This is a good thing. When they become unhinged their true colors show for all to clearly see.
Your ad is live now. I just googled the devil ( geraldo rivera) and found it on the right..the only ad on the page.
I have done it now 6 times, (clicked thru the ad each time as well) and it’s still there.
.
try it now.
I knew about Olbermann doing Sunday Night Football – but now it really brings the question of:
If Rush can get ousted from the Football broadcast for his comment about a black football player – will Olbermann get the boot for all his over-the-top liberal smears of all those he’s dissed?
Doubt it.
I know it is. Google has not banned it. Just the ad company that runs the ads on FoxNews.com.
My e-mail to lisa at quigo…
Said it before and I’ll say it again….Gerald is a Smacker-head!!
Boomer #31 – I would LOVE to help you counsel him!!
MM – we love ya…and sooner or later Gerald will get what he deserves!
I posted a link to a screen shot of what I got when I googled Geraldo’s name…
It’s lovely to see, folks…
OK,
Thx MM,
I got it now.
.
I’m on to ‘ad company Quigo’ for a little polite suggestion.
.
‘memo to future cappers
’should hide part of screen cap’
.
SWAMP WORSHIP??? /:)
shooter, every time you click that ad, it costs her money. Best to not click and let someone who isn’t familiar with the situation to find it and click.
No gentleman, he; but he is useful as an anti-illegal migration tool.
Some good late-night ribs at the Mustache:
Worst person in the world according to Olbermann is an honor – you know you’re doing something right when he decides to label you as such.
Seriously, I think he just picks a conservative in the news and there you go.
The world needs more bad people like you, Michelle. Here’s hoping KO never runs out of fodder for his trademark “Worst Person in the World” segment.
http://gutsnstuff.com/swampworship.html
See, I’m a huge H.P. Lovecraft fan. HUGE.
It’s a Chtulhu-themed incense burner, suitable for those evil cultist meetings in the New Orleans swamps, or a quiet night at home…
Sorry for the confusion…
Michelle’s alot tougher than I am. She takes one on the chin from Geraldo and I have tears streaming down my face at the news of Olberwanker doing NFL on Sundays.
MM don’t use the word “unhinged”. Just use the words, not connected, or disconnected. We will know what you mean.
Quigo has a blog … seems to be more like a company advertising site than a real blog … not sure if you can make comments there or not … but it is at
http://www.quigoblog.com/
I am at a loss for words. It makes me inexpressibly sad that our culture has sunk so low that a threat of physical assault against another is met with such outrageous tolerance.
You really have to wonder if there is any hope for a return to civil discourse when one side has gone so far beyond what used to be considered decency and fair play.
didn’t mean to leave the link in at the start of that last post…
Still not enough caffien…
That unhinged “bullcrap” is a cop-out.
swj:
‘caffeine’ – have another cup and make it a double expresso… LOL
This is the kind of “playground rules” Fascism the Left has going on all over America- in our institutions of higher learning, the media, and in our communities.
They use bullies to intimidate and provoke controversy. Then, they use our reactions and responses against us.
(such as pulling an ad for “offensive” content.)
Geraldo looks for the outrage response. Deprive him of it.
oh good lord… “espresso”
Doesn’t Geraldo’s remark constitute the creation of a “Hostile work environment?”
Sue his loser butt back into local television.
Lets do a “WKRP” and drop a bunch of turkeys on his “estate” from a helicopter.
Moran- you said what I was thinking. The descent into uncivility is a predecessor to anarchy.
A week or so ago I watched Geraldo tirading on Hannity and completely shouted down Tom Tancredo- a sitting member of Congress.
Since when is this allowed?
Can’t they mute that toxic tenor with the push of a button?
Insanity reigns.
What else can be said? We all love you, Michelle!
You can also write to Olbermann at
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3036677/
Go to the bottom of the page and click on the Contact Us button. I did. Short, sweet, and to the point.
I wonder if it would be possible for Michelle to sue Olby for defamation? Of course, considering their ratings…..
Why would I sue Olbermann? He didn’t create hostile work conditions.
E-mailing Olbermann??
Ewwwwwwwwww.
I’d have to set up a new e-mail account to use, because the idea of him being able to contact me makes me ill.
Send Geraldo a bill for the face shield.
But only if you can get a picture of his face when he gets the bill.
Geraldo disgusts me, as does Keith Olbermann.
Remember, if you’re a woman (or African American, Asian, homosexual, or a member of any other “minority” group) and also conservative, you deserve all the abuse and hate hurled toward you for failing to toe the “tolerant” line liberals love to boast about, but never seem to follow when someone has ideologies different from theirs.
I hope Geraldo reads this, because all this has lowered his credibility with me from 1 to -100. He’s full of it, and himself – a dangerous combination.
Change “unhinged” to “mature adult”. Sarcasm can be very effective :>)
How about changing it and using his own words against him:
Geraldo Rivera: Exposing Himself ( and his true colors )
The only way your ad could be more positive is if you could quote Geraldo’s apology. I’m pretty “positive” that aint gonna happen any time soon.
Bob1234 said:
Didn’t you mean “immature adult”? …
swj719AWG said:
Any chance we can have GR’s ugly mug silkscreened on that shield so he can spit on himself?
Michelle, you should do one that sounds totally positive that links to your site. ‘Geraldo, super cool guy, learn about his legacy here’ or something.
Anyone want to start marketing a “Geraldo” bib?
Maybe a “Geraldo Rivera BBQ spit”?
I’d guess the word “spit” might be their problem. Why not replace it with substitute characters.
Instead of
“I’d spit on her if I saw her.”
Use
“I’d s#!t on her if I saw her.”
He apparently used to email back nastygrams if you criticized him till he got in trouble for doing it.
As for suing Olby, for what? Plus it makes him a leftist martyr.
“Geraldo loves his co-workers, learn more here”
Dunno…
Michelle,
As always, you are correct.
Don’t dignify that loser Olby with a response of any kind.
“How does Geraldo Rivera feel about Americans who want our laws enforced? Click here to find out!”
That is so absurd considering you even have written a book with the exact title! I wonder what they would do if you were advertising your book and chose to use keywords of those featured within it?
And kudos for making these people’s “worst” lists. It’s only a testament to your reach which continues to grow and grow!
Michelle, I am really sorry you have been treated this way. There is no excuse for Geraldo and no excuse for the lack of coverage by MSM. I am, however, very proud of the way you fight back and stand up for what is right. Go get ‘em.
I am going to be very, very interested to see if Bill O’Reilly covers this story. He talks about going after the haters and looking out for everyone. Well, you are part of everyone. If he doesn’t, I am going to lose alot of respect for him.
At a minimum, it would be great if O’Reilly feigned a slip of the toungue closing his show…”I’m Bill O’Reilly and remember, the spit..spin stops here…cause we’re looking out for you.”
Medved does it all the time on his radio show, it’s always hilarious. C’mon Bill, man up.
I just did a search with geraldo rivera on my aol account (which they use google)and Michelle’s ad is still up, saying Geraldo Rivera, Unhinged. thought everyone wold like to know. They haven’t yet taken it ddown, which is a very good thing. The truth does indeed cut deep, he is very unhinged.
Wow…. Hey Michelle, I bet you didn’t realize you were part of the “Lunatic Fringe”, did you?
I really don’t understand why this would constitute you being named “the worst person in the world”. All Keith Olbermann (D) did was read Geraldo’s quote about how he would spit on you. He never really pointed out a reason to place you on the list. (Anti-Fox News dig…. check!)
But I guess you can just consider the source: i.e. The deplorable Keith Olbermann (D)
Repeat: The Google ad has not been banned. The FoxNews.com ad has.
Might I add:
The more important question: What has Keith Olbermann (D) been smoking????
MM … I was just typing a response to tell Jarhead that but you beat me to it … LOL