"'Crossfire' Returning? CNN Reportedly Thinking Of Resuscitating Debate Show (VIDEO)"

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'Crossfire' Returning? CNN Reportedly Thinking Of Resuscitating Debate Show (VIDEO)

The Huffington Post | By Rebecca Shapiro and Jack Mirkinson

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/05/crossfire-returning-cnn-debate-show_n_3023240.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000009

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CNN is reportedly looking to revive none other than "Crossfire," the heated debate show made famous, in part, by Jon Stewart's unforgettable demolition of it in late 2004.

"Crossfire" aired from 1982-2005. At one time, "Crossfire" was one of CNN's most prominent shows, airing more than once a day and on the weekend. At the time of its cancelation, Tucker Carlson and Paul Begala, who is still with CNN, hosted the program.

Stewart famously despised the show, often lampooning "Crossfire" on "The Daily Show" and harshly criticizing its existence on a news network. He went on the program in 2004 to confront the hosts in what became one of the most talked-about moments in cable news history. (Among other things, he said "Crossfire" was "hurting America" and called Carlson a "dick."

Then-CNN president Jonathan Klein canceled "Crossfire" shortly after Stewart's appearance and severed ties with Carlson. At the time, the New York Times' Bill Carter reported that "Mr. Klein said he wanted to move CNN away from what he called "head-butting debate shows," which have become the staple of much of all-news television in the prime-time hours, especially at the top-rated Fox News Channel."


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[hrmjustin]

1. I loved that show!

I hope they bring that and capital gang back.

[SouthernLiberal]

2. I saw Crossfire as part of the problem

It seemed to present a way too simplified view of the news. Every issue has exactly two sides, one completely right, the other completely wrong. Of course, you could tell which was which by measuring the volume of the discussion. Who ever made the most noise was on the right side.

[applegrove]

3. I know I enjoyed it but yeah. It would not be that interesting to watch Tucker Carlson

froth at the mouth about how climate change doesn't exist. But the moderates who watch have gotten wise. They may see him for the liar he is. That would be good. I don't really know how I feel about it returning. I've missed Paul Begala in a debate (cause he usually wins which is why Carleson screams .... being loud is a substitute for veracity with some people I've noticed over the years).

[Blue Owl]

4. What next -- bow ties coming back in fashion?

n/t

[mzmolly]

5. Loved Crossfire...

Unlike Mr. Stewart.

[Comrade_McKenzie]

6. Bill Press said if they don't bring it back like the version he was on...

They shouldn't even bother.

He even offered on-air to revive his role as the advocate on the left.

[Kahuna]

7. It was the best show on CNN and like morons they cancelled it.

It was must see TV for me.