DRUDGE - CBS REPORTER TO WHITE HOUSE: ALITO 'SLOPPY SECONDS?'

Drudge Report ^ | Oct 31, 2005 | Matt Drudge

[Semi Civil Servant]

McClellan should have ejected the man instantly and then revoked his WH press pass.

A whole pack of these jackals would have been booted out of MY briefing room about three years. Let them concoct their "news" without the cover of doing it from the White House.

[tiki]

Nah, they aren't biased at all.

[Kleon]

I understand that CBS NEWS Chief White House correspondent John Roberts described the President’s selection of Judge Samuel Alito as “sloppy seconds” during today’s press conference with White House Press Secretary Scott McClellan. I find that deeply offensive. Look it up. John Roberts should apologize to President Bush, Press Secretary Scott McClellan, his counterparts at the press conference can Amercia. That is a disgusting question to ask and your bruised and battered news organization just keeps digging.

It's not that offensive. Besides, some Republicans, such as RNC spokeswoman Tara Wall called John Edwards "sloppy seconds." Yes it has another meaning, but it's used all the time in politics.

[smonk]

I'm surprised he didn't make reference to a "slump buster".

[badgerlandjim]

Geez, Andy - That looks more like sloppy fifteenths. LOL

[anonymoussierra]

thank you

[schaketo]

It's not that offensive. Besides, some Republicans, such as RNC spokeswoman Tara Wall called John Edwards "sloppy seconds." Yes it has another meaning, but it's used all the time in politics.

You're right and you missed the point. Having a little fun at the expense of an idiot. Love to watch them scramble. Got to stir the nest first to get them chasing their tails.

[blogblogginaway]

Thanks. Email sent!

[Lonesome in Massachussets]

I think that reporter should have been summarily shown the door and relieved of his White House pass. I'd think the same thing if he did it in the Clinton White House, though in that case it would have improved the tone and climate of the joint.

[SkyPilot]

The definition of "Sloppy Seconds."

[jackieaxe]

"Sloppy seconds" is not appropriate vernacular weather describing Judge Alito or Sen John Edwards. It was wrong to use this gutter mouth vernacular in both cases. With respect to John Roberts, I wish I could say I'm surprised. Also, one gutter mouthed phrase does not make a career in reporting, but if I were Scott M, I'd have thrown him out of the briefing and told him you can reapply in a year.

[eastsider]

Anytime : )

Your enthusiasm for American conservatism is infectious and welcome. As always, thank you for weighing in on this issue.

[anonymoussierra]

"Anytime":}}}}}}good friend be strong

[blogblogginaway]

oooooooooops. Spoke too soon. My email to weekends@cbsnews.com came back UNDELIVERABLE.....

Your message To: weekends@cbsnews.com Subject: JOHN ROBERTS Sent: Mon, 31 Oct 2005 12:49:54 -0500 did not reach the following recipient(s): c=US;a= ;p=CBS;o=NY-B;dda:SMTP=weekends@cbsnews.com; on Mon, 31 Oct 2005 12:54:01 -0500 The recipient name is not recognized The MTS-ID of the original message is: c=us;a= ;p=cbs;l=NYCCNDG10510311754PWJ0YYCZ MSEXCH:IMS:CBS:NY-B:NYCCNDG1 0 (000C05A6) Unknown Recipient

IS CBS BLOCKING EMAILS?

Anyone have another email address? Thanks

[MinuteGal]

I've been howling about McLellan's personality and performance as the administration's face to the world on this forum for a year now. But a lot of people think he's such a cutie-pie.

The real observation that sticks out among others is the fact Scott was even asked this disgraceful question in the first place.

McLellan commands no presence, no respect and no grudging admiration among the low-lifes who assemble for these press conferences and briefings. The reporters know they can get away with anything. These days, they're really pushing the edge, with no fear of discipline or retribution.

Although I'm outraged at this incident, I'm not surprised. They wouldn't pull this with an Ari and other historical White House press chiefs who had good combinations of ease, quick-thinking, humor, knowledge and who could exercise quiet but firm control of the scum presstitutes.

Leni

[Dr. Bogus Pachysandra]

I tried using the "Contact Us" link at their news site. My Mac, which has always been rock-steady, went nutz! Spinning color wheel, etc.. I couldn't even shut it down. I had to unplug it to make it restart. very odd!

[Dave S]

Clear now why Roberts didnt get the anchor chair. He's totally without any class. Say what you will about the bias of Rather, Jennings and Brokaw, none of them would lower themselves to that level on camera.

[jackieaxe]

I'd like to see Bill Parcells replace Scott M. If Bill Parcells were presidential spokesman, do you think they would ask him about "sloppy seconds"?

[mrmargaritaville]

This is not "sloppy seconds"

Terrible Thirds

or

Funky Fourths

or

Foul Fifths

[blogblogginaway]

I can't even find a 'contact us' link here

http://www.cbs.com/