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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsI had no Idea that Martin Bashir was fired from MSNBC.. I thought he was suspended...
Fucking Middle Ground Cowards.. Thats what they are...!!!
Lara whatever the hell her last name is, lies about our National Security Strategy and gets a 30 day suspension?
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I had no Idea that Martin Bashir was fired from MSNBC.. I thought he was suspended... (Original Post)
busterbrown
Dec 2013
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FSogol
(45,524 posts)1. I believe he resigned. n/t
Ranchemp.
(1,991 posts)2. He wasn't fired, he resigned,
but the writing was on the wall, so he took the honorable way out.
TeamPooka
(24,248 posts)5. it was resign or be fired. same thing.
Ranchemp.
(1,991 posts)6. Exactly,
but resigning looks much better on your resume than being fired.
busterbrown
(8,515 posts)3. Graphic on Top of Trending Now states he was fired!!!!
Ranchemp.
(1,991 posts)4. Nope, he resigned.
NYC_SKP
(68,644 posts)7. Resigned. Link:
Martin Bashir Resigns From MSNBC
by Tommy Christopher | 2:35 pm, December 4th, 2013 3921
Just over two weeks ago, MSNBC host Martin Bashir delivered a harsh piece of commentary that culminated in the suggestion that someone should s-h-i-t in former Alaska Governor Sarah Palins (R-AK) mouth. Bashir offered an abject apology on his next broadcast, but a chorus of critics continued to demand action against the host. After a reported vacation for the host earlier this week, Bashir announced, in a statement to Mediaite Wednesday afternoon, that MSNBC and Martin Bashir are parting ways.
Heres the statement to Mediaite, from Martin Bashir, via email:
After making an on-air apology, I asked for permission to take some additional time out around the Thanksgiving holiday.
Upon further reflection, and after meeting with the President of MSNBC, I have tendered my resignation. It is my sincere hope that all of my colleagues, at this special network, will be allowed to focus on the issues that matter without the distraction of myself or my ill-judged comments.
I deeply regret what was said, will endeavor to work hard at making constructive contributions in the future and will always have a deep appreciation for our viewers who are the smartest, most compassionate and discerning of all television audiences. I would also wish to express deepest gratitude to my immediate colleagues, and our contributors, all of whom have given so much of themselves to our broadcast.
http://www.mediaite.com/tv/martin-bashir-resigns-from-msnbc/