Leslie Savan

Leslie Savan, author of Slam Dunks and No-Brainers and The Sponsored Life, writes for The Nation about media and politics.

Fox News Won’t Admit That Republicans Voted Against 9/11 Rescue Workers Fox News Won’t Admit That Republicans Voted Against 9/11 Rescue Workers

When they do something so vile that even Fox commentators can’t stomach it, Republicans become They-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named.

Dec 13, 2010 / Leslie Savan

If You’re Fat, It’s Obama’s Fault If You’re Fat, It’s Obama’s Fault

The same people who believe in death panels now believe in skinny panels.

Dec 1, 2010 / Leslie Savan

Governor Christie Pimps O’Keefe Video Smear of Heroic Teacher Governor Christie Pimps O’Keefe Video Smear of Heroic Teacher

New Jersey governor Chris Christie’s alliance with peeping con James O’Keefe is about more than just hating unions.

Nov 22, 2010 / Leslie Savan

Stewart v. Maddow: The Thrilla Was Vanilla Stewart v. Maddow: The Thrilla Was Vanilla

Like his fellow believer in bipartisanship, Barack Obama, Jon Stewart came away empty-handed from a high-stakes political summit.

Nov 13, 2010 / Leslie Savan

Olbermann’s Suspension Was the Worst Person(nel Decision) in the World

Olbermann’s Suspension Was the Worst Person(nel Decision) in the World Olbermann’s Suspension Was the Worst Person(nel Decision) in the World

Keith Olbermann's suspension from MSNBC was only the most recent in a series of corporate disciplinary actions against journalists that usually redound to the right's favor.

Nov 9, 2010 / Leslie Savan

Olbermann’s Suspension Was the Worst Person(nel Decision) in the World

Olbermann’s Suspension Was the Worst Person(nel Decision) in the World Olbermann’s Suspension Was the Worst Person(nel Decision) in the World

Keith Olbermann's suspension from MSNBC was only the most recent in a series of corporate disciplinary actions against journalists that usually redound to the right’s favor...

Nov 9, 2010 / Leslie Savan

More a Wake for Sanity Than a Rally to Restore It

More a Wake for Sanity Than a Rally to Restore It More a Wake for Sanity Than a Rally to Restore It

As Republicans are about to take over the House, Stewart and Colbert set the stage for Tuesday's elections.

Oct 31, 2010 / Leslie Savan

NPR Fires Juan Williams Into Its Own Foot

NPR Fires Juan Williams Into Its Own Foot NPR Fires Juan Williams Into Its Own Foot

There are better ways to handle eruptions of forbidden speech than sacking the talent.

Oct 25, 2010 / Leslie Savan

Tasing Rick Sanchez: Jon Stewart’s Jokes and CNN’s Double Standards

Tasing Rick Sanchez: Jon Stewart’s Jokes and CNN’s Double Standards Tasing Rick Sanchez: Jon Stewart’s Jokes and CNN’s Double Standards

The cool kid bullied the uncool kids in the Stewart/Sanchez affair, while CNN, like a cowed principal, ran from the crossfire.

Oct 13, 2010 / Leslie Savan

Why DC Doesn’t Think Stephen Colbert Is Funny

Why DC Doesn’t Think Stephen Colbert Is Funny Why DC Doesn’t Think Stephen Colbert Is Funny

As Colbert showed at the House immigration hearing, when he’s in character, he’s really about Washington’s character.

Sep 25, 2010 / Leslie Savan

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