FR EXCLUSIVE - CNN hires Clinton-controlled Opinion Research Corp. for 2008 Presidential Polling

FreeRepublic.com Exclusive | January 12, 2007

[Howlin]

Today CNN announced that "The CNN Poll will become the CNN/Opinion Research Corporation Poll" -

Press release - CNN and Opinion Research Announce Formal Polling Partnership

PRINCETON, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Opinion Research Corporation, a leading provider of global market research and consulting services, today announced the establishment of a formal polling partnership with CNN, one of the world's most respected and trusted sources for news and information. The CNN Poll will become the CNN/Opinion Research Corporation Poll.

"Opinion Research Corporation's reputation for independent, objective analysis and its excellent reputation in the industry make the firm the ideal polling partner for CNN," said Sam Feist, CNN's Political Director. "As the network gears up to offer the most in-depth and expansive coverage of the 2008 election, Opinion Research Corporation will be a key part of giving viewers the accurate and relevant information they demand to help them make decisions."

Opinion Research Corp. website - www.opinionresearch.com

Based on the history of the people who recently acquired Opinion Research Corp., we believe that the true purpose of the CNN/Opinion Research partnership is to rig the poll results to benefit Hillary Clinton in her 2008 presidential campaign.

Opinion Research was purchased last year by InfoUSA. InfoUSA is controlled by a hard-core Clintonista named Vinod Gupta.

Gupta is a major Clinton/DNC donor and fundraiser, and Lincoln Bedroom guest. He has recently spent large sums to establish these Clinton-worship centers in India -

The Bill Clinton Science and Technology Center

Gochar Intermediate College, Rampur Maniharan

The Center was founded to help Scientists, Engineers and Doctors better perform their duties in a professional manner and be a part of the process of technological advancement. The campus covers more than 10 acres and is home to Physics, Biology, Chemistry and Agricultural Labs and a Computer Science Center. It is Vinod's desire that some of those who study at the WJCST Center gain admission to medical and engineering colleges.

The Hillary Rodham Clinton Mass Communication Center

Having provided a basic curriculum at the Women's Polytechnic and Science Center, Vinod now has bigger plans to transform the lives of young men and women. This new center will include training in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Media Management, Television Presentation/Anchoring and Web Design.

Gupta manipulated InfoUSA's acquisition of Opinion Research to his personal benefit last year by purchasing shares in Opinion Research, then using his position as chairman of InfoUSA to orchestrate the acquisition of O.R.C. at a nearly 100% premium - thus driving up the value of his O.R.C. shares at the expense of his IUSA shareholders. This sleazy transaction was described last year in a New York Times article

Due to adverse publicity during an IUSA proxy battle last year, Gupta removed his personal web site (www.vingupta.com) which contained several photos of him getting cozy with the Clintons.

We have obtained several photos of Gupta getting hot and sweaty with the Clintons from his deleted web site -

Given the close personal and financial ties between the man who controls Opinion Research Corp. and the Clintons, we believe that the CNN/Opinion Research polling results are hopelessly tainted and intended to benefit Hillary Clinton's presidential bid. CNN either failed to perform due diligence on their partner, or they are complicit in this polling sham.

[Howlin]

Believe me, I'm glad to do it!

[tobyhill]

It is unreal and another thing that's unreal is that the MSM wants us to just accept everything they say or do without question or in their favorite word "oversight".

[STARWISE]

Haven't found the "familial" connection .. still hunting.

[alrea]

polling, like most of "news," is simply rigged for the more socialist candidate

[STARWISE]

More Vinod Gupta companies, in addition to Opinion Research now -- note medical info company:

You know what info's in this:

* Find People at Any Address or Phone Number
* Find Residents and Businesses on Specific Streets
* Skip Tracing, Investigation, and Fraud Prevention
* Verify Names & Addresses
* Direct Mail and Targeted Telemarketing Campaigns
* UNLIMITED Sales Leads & Mailing Labels

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infoUSA's Code of Conduct - snippet

infoUSA’s commitment to the highest level of ethical conduct should be reflected in all of the Corporation’s business activities including, but not limited to, relationships with employees, customers, vendors, competitors, the government and the public. All of our employees, officers and directors must conduct themselves according to the language and spirit of this Code and seek to avoid even the appearance of improper behavior.

We must strive to foster a culture of honesty and accountability. Even well intentioned actions that violate the law or this Code may result in corrective and/or disciplinary action, which may include dismissal. One of our Corporation’s most valuable assets is our reputation for integrity, professionalism and fairness. We should all recognize that our business actions are the foundation of our reputation and adhering to this Code and applicable law is imperative.

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Vinod Gupta Charitable Foundation

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Connected to the Kennedys, too

The Kennedy Center Activity Report for Nebraska

Board of Trustees

The governing and leadership group composed of 35 members appointed by the President of the United States and 22 ex officio members who serve as designated by Act of Congress.

2006 Mr. Vinod Gupta, Omaha, NE, Emeritus Trustee

2006 Mrs. Laurel Gottesman-Gupta, Omaha, NE, Director

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Fast-growing diaspora looks for access to political power, 3 November 2000, Newsweek magazine, By Patralekha Chatterjee

As a child, he was worried where his next meal would come from. Today, Nebraska Internet tycoon Vinod Gupta chuckles when asked which experience he cherishes more - lunching with Barbra Streisand and her pals at her clifftop Malibu home or sleeping over in the Lincoln Bedroom at the White House.

“DEFINITELY, SLEEPING at the White House. It was not like I was flying on Air Force One or something. But it was quite an honor to stay at the White House,” quipped Gupta, a burly 54-year-old, in a recent interview with MSNBC.com.

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CHECK THIS OUT, HOWLIN!!!! YOU'VE ALREADY MADE GOOGLE SEARCH FOR "GUPTA FAMILY CLINTON" ~~ wOOhOO!!

[STARWISE]

Please, tell us.

[STARWISE]

I know that Putz, this family is like the Mafia

Please, tell us.

[STARWISE]

Dr. Sanjay Gupta worked for Hillary

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"Over the past few years in working at CNN, Gupta said one of the most significant things he has learned as a journalist is the importance of finding and pursuing the right stories.

“I’m proud that I have been able to find and stay true to the stories that have mattered to the country and the world. I’ve also learned you should be yourself in front of a camera and to know your material,” said Gupta, who grew up in a small town of 4,000 in Michigan, the son of first-generation immigrants from India.

His evolution to juggling the roles of doctor and journalist started with an early interest while a student at the University of Michigan in investigating and writing about health care policies and issues. Gupta said this interest was encouraged by a medical school mentor.

“Don’t exclude other interests in life as med students often do. He said to me, ‘let’s find ways to foster that interest,’” said Gupta, who graduated from medical school in 1993. His published work caught the eye of public officials and led to a 1997 position as a White House Fellow, advising and writing speeches for the then First Lady Hillary Clinton."

[leilani]

Absolutely superb catch, Howlin! Thanks for the ping, Mia T.

[STARWISE]

Clinton's India Connection (a who's who)

Rajat Gupta, apparently no relation to Vinod, gave Chelsea Clinton her first job:

Chelsea Clinton lands six-figure job

Clinton scrubs India trip on security concern

Meantime, his daughter Chelsea Clinton is tipped to win her first job at a firm with a strong India connection. The consulting firm McKinsey, whose Managing Director Rajat Gupta is a Clinton friend, is tipped to hire her.

[Howlin]

Here are some more:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vinod_Gupta

and

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opinion_Research_Corporation

[STARWISE]

It's clear: there's no such thing as privacy anymore ...they've got us from birth, to buying habits, to residence, credit, medical and employment info, political affiliation, and to the grave.

[BombHollywood]

Gupta heads up InfoUSA? And is a mega Clinton donor? The Hillary Rodham Clinton Mass Communications Center? I'm ready to Barf! We use infoUSA's PowerFinder phone disk program in our business. You can bet we won't be renewing this year, and for good!

[cmsgop]

To tell you the truth I really just assumed the connection. Dr.Sanjay did work for Hillary Clinton though, the good Dr grew up in Michigan. I can't find a solid connection between Vinrod and Sajay, but my gut tells me there related some how. The Hillary Clinton connection is way to coincidental for me at least.

[FreedomPoster]

Nicely done, kudos.

I'd love to see this on FNC.

[Howlin]

Me, too!

[Syncro]

Good find, Howlin.

And Onyx, notice Clinton's tie?

Same color as the shirt



Coincidence? I think not considering Monica's "tie" message a few years ago.

And what's with Clinton's arm around Gupta's Daugh...er, ah...wife?

[STARWISE]

So you didn't mean anything specific when you said:

this family is like the Mafia ??

[cmsgop]

No, LOL , It just seems they have their hands in everything, like the Mafia.

[windchime]

Your thread is #5 AND #8 on Google page one here

Investor Relations Page:

infoUSA.com, Inc. and NewsReal Partnership Takes Interactive News Industry to New Level

FOSTER CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 18, 2000--infoUSA.com, Inc. (parent company, infoUSA, Inc., Nasdaq:IUSA), the leading online provider of proprietary business and consumer databases, Internet white and yellow pages and directory assistance services, said today that it has entered into a multi-year deal to provide its high-quality, telephone verified database of nearly 11 Million US Businesses to NewsReal, a leading enabling technologies and business intelligence provider.

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NewsReal Inc. is a privately held technology company founded by key executives in the successful spin-off of the Corporate Information Division (CID) of Infoseek Corporation and holds offices in Northern Virginia's high technology corridor and Silicon Valley. NewsReal is backed by Soros Fund Management, the investment management firm controlled by George Soros, with minority interests from Infoseek Corporation and CNNfn. NewsReal is a leading enabling technology services company providing Web sites and company's serving Web sites with customized content, contextually targeted advertising and merchandising capabilities, and personalization services on a private label basis, through advanced intelligence technologies. NewsReal solutions can be found on more than 80 sites with marquee partners to include leading sites such as CNNfn, MSNBC, Alta Vista, Go Network and ZDNet. More information on NewsReal's can be found at http://www.newsreal.com or by calling 703/548-3300.

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