The most incredible thing is the paid endorsments for political activism groups. If you read the linked articles, it appears that advocacy groups will write the segments for the shows. At some point, it seems that the “sponsorship” of those segments should be disclosed.
If you are watching an infomercial , it usually starts with a disclaimer that its a paid advertising. No such thing on these radio shows.
At least Jim Cramer on CNBC has a disclaimer at the beginning and end, stating his pecuniary interest in matters presented on his show.
These hosts are biased.
It truly is a racket.
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PAID FOR ENDORSEMENTS OF POLITICAL ACTIVISM GROUPS
“But if you’re a fan of Mark Levin’s radio show, you’d have just as much cause to believe that Americans for Prosperity, a FreedomWorks rival, was the most effective conservative advocacy group. And, if Rush Limbaugh or Sean Hannity are who you listen to, you’d be hearing a steady stream of entreaties to support the important work of the Heritage Foundation.”
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In search of donations and influence, the three prominent conservative groups are paying hefty sponsorship fees to the popular talk show hosts. Those fees buy them a variety of promotional tie-ins, as well as regular on-air plugs – praising or sometimes defending the groups, while urging listeners to donate – often woven seamlessly into programming in ways that do not seem like paid advertising.
Read more: http://www.politico.com/story/2011/06/top-radio-talkers-sell-endorsements-056997#ixzz42WDGxFlE
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Wow. I knew these guys were GOPe, I didn't know they were being paid outright to be GOPe.
They're not dupes, they're whores.