Who had the line of the night? Was it Obama’s condemnation of the Supreme Court, Justice Samuel Alito mouthing of the words “that’s not true,” or was it this instant classic from MSNBC’s most gaffe-prone host?:
Your reactions below. Oh, and to be fair, make sure to watch Matthews embarrass Dem. Rep. Alan Grayson and then Howard Dean, both post-Brown victory last week.
UPDATE: Matthews issues a “clarification” of his statement to Politico:
I think he’s done something wonderful. I think he’s taken us beyond black and white in our politics, wonderfully so, in just a year.
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This is the same thing Chris said when he came too in the cheap motel sleeping with the guy in the black dress.
I wonder if Chris will wear his Klan robes tomorrow. Every time he speaks about race I get this tingle up my leg. LOL
This dope forgets to hold his breath underwater.
What's the big deal? It's not racist if Liberals say it. Ask Harry Reid and the Democrat Spin-Police.
Just as an aside, I've heard at least one claim that what Alito mouthed was Italian an slightly pithier than "that's not true."
But I don't speak Italian at all and couldn't possibly say.
In any case… "I forgot he was Black?"
Wow. That's… something else again, isn't it. No wonder he thinks everyone else is obsessed with Obama's race.
What a total bafoon.
To much tingle in his life.
Slash/slit mouth "out scats" again.
"I forgot he was black… but then, Oooh, I noticed it again."
Who cares? He should be judged by the content of his character, right? I almost forgot that his character was lacking, but then he started to speak…
My mom has said things like this. But she's not a professional talker, just an enthusiast. Chris ought to know better than to say something like that in this day and age … or in the day and age of decades past. In short … what a maroon.
God, from the MSM's "We can say it because we're liberal" file…Imagine the uproar if Rush said it??!?
Sokay, Matthews isn't a professional talker either. He's not even a professional reporter. His claim to fame should have stayed writing deliberately uninspiring speeches for Carter, one of the worst American presidents in history (an elite group that now includes Matthews' object of obsession Obama).
It's idiots like Mathews who perpetuate this "white guilt" BS. He absolutely radiates it from every pore of his flabby body. How screwed up is his head that he thinks this way? How many times does he have to out himself as a closet racist? I mean, it's got to be obvious to everyone by now that Chris is the one who can't get past skin color! I don't hate Obama because he's black on the outside, I hate him because he's black on the INSIDE! As in totally evil, rotten to his diseased soul. He's a filthy, lying POS.
Yeah, that about covers it.
Wow! The left just continually proves they are the racist party of now!
hahaha how do you even come back from things like "negro dialect" and "forgot he was black" buahahahaha I mean how do they even manage to keep a straight face and carry on after something like that? If I said something that effing stupid I would be to mortified to carry on speaking. <belly laughs>
Republicans only care about discrediting government thereby discrediting democracy so that eventually we won't even try to fight back in the face of corporate domination. They are full of BS. Democracy works. Change is possible. Government can be used to solve social problems.
This yapping fool should take a lesson from Morgan Freeman… When fellow fool Mike Wallace asked him hwo we can end racism, Freeman answered:
"Stop talking about it. I`m going to stop calling you a white man. And I`m going to ask you to stop calling me a black man."
But to be generous to Matthews, no doubt the last thing Obama want everyone to do is to stop talking about his race. What then.. sink or swim on his own merits?
Obama is not Black. Obama is translucent. I can see right thru him.
Wrong
He is negroid, err, Negro,,,,err Black…er Mulatto,,, err mixed race….er african…er African American… err 1/2 Caucasian,, err a Caucasian African… er Caucasian-African-Kenyan-Hawaiian-mixed race…. Oh hell….
Oprah said it best…. He's Brilllliaaannntttt!, for an affirmative action candidate.
The esteemed news *journalist* (*edit-delete previous-insert paper reader) injects race into more topics than a Boston Marathon runner. Every interview I hear from this guy has racial tones inserted. Usually snidely calling someone racist for views he disagrees with. If I used any race description one/tenth of the time this bloviate does, I would get sued and fired.
Funny thing…….
In Europe…..
I never hear people referring to themselves as…….
African German…..
African French…..
African English…….
or even African European…..
GO FIGURE?
It's not so much that Pissie Chrissie has a jones for Obama and licks himself all over at the sight of the Messiah…aw, the Hell it isn't!
So that's the transparency he was talking about…
This just makes me LOL! I expect people who talk for a living to make the occasional boneheaded remark but these guys…. Sheesh. Seriously. Off the deep end. Surely there's at least ONE person in his family who loves him enough to tap him on the shoulder and say, "Buddy, we need to talk."
How often do you hear European American? The whole thing is nonsense. Unless they were born in Africa and later became US citizens, they are not African American. Or is black skin confined strictly to Africa and no other place on this earth. Here's a good one for you: Charlize Theron actually was born in Africa, so she is African American, right?
Do you really believe that or is it sarcasm?
What's your opinion of Matthews' jaw-droppingly racist comments and his co-hosts' bobble-headed agreement?
Only racists have a hard time forgetting someone's race. The rest of us don't even think about it! This is a peer into the soul of the true racist nature of Matthews and the radical left. They view EVERYTHING through race-colored lenses!
Race-obsessed is RACIST!
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Pro Ject Shun!
…and all 5 MSNBS viewers went, "Oooooooooh, no! Not again!"
How come they are talking about "The Party of No" on Joe Scarborough this a.m. yet nobody seems to remember the term, "Do-Nothing Congress" from '06-present?
Mathews is not intelligent enough to talk about anything with substance. It is not the anointed one's race that is the problem. It is his progressive/socialist/Marxist ideology and agenda.
Obama's "We don't quit" is the same as Bush's "Stay the course."
The only difference is in how the media and liberals will react. If Bush says something, they hated it, but if Obama says the same thing, they love it.
The reminders of double standards in the media are endless.
MSNBCKKK
This hyphenated nonsense started during our late and unlamented cultural revolution to facilitate our descent into the hell of multi-culti diversity. Before that we were all Americans and if the need arose to further identify our background, we said we our forefathers were Irish, French, Mexican, mixed or whatever, but nobody much cared.
Everytime I picture this guy in my mind, I see him humping Barry's leg. How does he keep his job. He is an embarrassment to the human race.. shouldn't he be an embarrassment to msnbc?
I know it's hard for you to focus "hilary", but please stay on topic here.
So, Matthews forgot Obama was black for one full hour. But to his credit, he made certain to remind others who may have forgotten. That MSNBComedy channel is a hoot.
Here's the thing about Chrissy:
He's always gotta have something Profound to say. Yeah, I know – how profound is "I forgot he was black tonight."
Well, it's not – if you or I say it.
But Chrissy – he's Special. See, just as when he confessed to the famous tingle, this conveys to his audience – all 5 of 'em – that even he, the epitome of journalistic objectivity, is sometimes so moved, or has such a world-rocking epiphany, that his superhuman ability to see both sides of an issue is overwhelmed, and he just has to gush. And only One Man is capable of evoking such Profound feelings in Chrissy. And we all know who that One Man is.
Any of you who have a teenage daughter know exactly what I'm talking about. You recognize it every time you see Chrissy talk about President Wonderful.
Chrissy has a CRUSH!
Rush will make a parody song of it now, and then all the lib screamers will say "Rush is a racist "cause he said he forgot Obama was black!"
I continue to be baffled as to why MSNBC keeps billing Matthews' air time as a news program.
Anyone not knowing that is their intention would almost certainly think they were watching a sitcom.
"Discrediting Government"????? So, you were in a coma from 2000 to 2008?? Corporate domination worries you but not Union domination???? Are you a member of the SEIU? Because it sure does sound like it.
Also, know what would solve a lot of social problems…SELF RELIANCE!!!! LEARN IT, USE IT, LIVE IT!! Just wondering, how much of my "stuff" do you deserve?? I already had a father in my life…I don't need the Government to be my Daddy…unlike you apparently.
What is the famous JFK quote…"Ask what your country can do for you…Seriously, they have deep pockets. Just keep asking for free stuff"….but, I may be a little off on that.
Chris Matthews. Gee….I've never forgot that you are an idiot for one second!
Sorry…..I meant a complete idiot…….
Super good job there Hilary, all the talking points in 5 short sentences.
Republicans don't need to discredit government, government does a fine job of that on it's own.
Corporations create things like jobs, tax bases, innovation, and products people want to buy. Government on the other hand, produces nothing of value that no one would buy voluntarily. It creates no jobs that benefit the country as a whole, and has proven that it couldn't run a lemonade stand without legislation to make you buy it's product.
Most politicians are full of BS, Dems and Repubs alike.
Democracy does work, but we live in a Constitutional Republic.
Change is possible, wait until November and see it person.
There is nowhere in the Constitution that empowers the Government to "solve" social problems. Therefore any attempt of the "Government" to do so is out of bounds, and should be challenged legally, and that legislation reversed.
why do stupid libs forget obummer 's mom was white?
Who's left watching this guy anyway? 1)ACORN, 2)Nursing Home TV's, 3)Jiffy Lube TV's, 4)Airport "news" stand TV's
Chwis Matthews is the wacist….He probably forgets the Wester Holt is bwack…
We are not a democracy, we are a republic. We elect people to represent us. What the president's speech showed last night is that he is not willing to do that. He wants to govern as the supreme one. He disrespects the Supreme Court, ignores our constitution, and is trying to change the very fabric of our nation. We did not become the greatest nation in the world by spending ourselves into oblivian trying to solve social problems. I suggest you read about our Founding Fathers.
chris likes saulty nuts
Please don't distract Hilary. She's labored long and hard to come up with an all-purpose cut 'n paste comment she can use of thousands of "Republican" blogs, on any subject.
This is disgraceful. I thought we were all one color now? If this had been a Conservative there would be no end to the criticism.
maroon???
Any government has no placed in 'solving' social problems. Beyond dangerous. Unethical. Your social problems might be stepping on my toes, for example.
Someday, hopefully, when it isn't an advantage to an agenda.
I have trouble understanding his statement. He is saying that goodness, he is surprised…after he states all of his platitudes…that anything of intelligence (his words, not mine) could come from a black person? This is racist, pure and simple. This is outrageous.
yes…sadly…another Don Imus moment…
but, chris will probably get a raise
he would have to have a brain…
"Tingles" just never ceases to amaze me. What a dope.
I wish I could forget he's president.
I forgot Matthews had a brain. I know for a fact he has no filter between his stupid brain and his mouth
When will this DemoKKKrat be "relieved" of his duties at MSNBC?
I'm sick of this fool's blatant racism.
You have to remember, not long ago "Obama would be bringing him coffee" , it taking Matthews time to "adjust".
Matthews, Reid, Clinton, probably Bobby "Grand Cyclops" Byrd, fill-in-the-blank DemoKKKrat…
This is for you, Chris; Please pay close attention.
First of all, I have to say that I'm still a fan…if only out of loyalty to a fellow Philadelphian.
I used to cheer for you..the way you used to hold the establishment's feet to the fire was your biggest asset & ability. You make a tough adversary & a Sh@!y cheerleader.
You lost your way soon after SNL started to parody you.
Then by never really commenting on NBC's treatment of IMUS. You should have taken Capus to task.
Finally, you don't know how to treat the new establishment…the NEW left has taken power & it's confusing to you. You've totally lost your way on how to treat the establishment…now that the you agree with them.
If you want your audience back….keep attacking the establishment…no matter if you agree.
You've exposed your love for Sol Alinsky…bad move. We don't care who you agree with. You must re-learn your ability to hold the establishment accountable & show your Philly-Cradle of Liberty upbringing!
He's just trying to cut in line as he crawls on his knees waiting for his chance to brew some black tea.
This guy is ridiculous. Tribalism? Blacks vs Whites? When will these guys understand? The reason why the modern Democrat party can never manage to maintain the support of the American people is that they do not want to be told that the game is rigged against them, that dark conspiratorial actors (Republicans! Wall Street! Big Pharma! Halliburton) are colluding to oppress the average middle-class American, and that only they, the educated elite can protect us from them–if only we willingly submit to their control over every aspect of our daily lives. Yeecch.
Chris, you and Olby and Maddow just keep talking to your ever-dwindling number of viewers. The rest of us are moving on. I can't wait to see how crazy you get when the GOP takes over Congress in November.
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Hilary, thanks immensely for the laughs… but maybe next time, READ the post before copying/pasting your clueless "one size fits all, down with corporations" comment.
P.S. George Soros, Hollywood, MSNBC, CBS, CNN, Bill Gates, Oprah Winfrey… all liberals or liberal mouthpieces, all have been linked to or are heads of major corporations. Are you dissing OPRAH???? Are you *gasp* a raaaaacist, Hilary?
That's why I hate him, too. Yes. Hate is a strong word. It's such a strong word and emotion that he can't hide that he hates this country and everything it stands for. Then the ultimate insult comes at the end when he says God Bless America. That man wouldn't know what the truth was, if it snuck up at bit him in the a$$. Maybe he's just getting us used to hearing that so when he spews Allah Akbar he thinks no one will notice. The man makes me physically ill every time I see him.
Amen to that, tyketto.
Liberals and Democrats sure do have a problem with race.
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Hmmmmm. It would appear that all the comments are spot on….I think Mr. Matthews is a latent "light in his loafers" kind of guy, He is race obsessed
"Hardball"
A show no one watches hosted by a liberal hack no one but Mrs. Matthews can stand. And I'm not sure about her.
All that tingling, and now forgetting Obambo's black? Must be a brain tumor. Move over, Ted.
I am looking forward to the day that I can forget he was President.
Unfortunately, polls show that blacks are the only remaining demographic group that still supports Barack Obama by wide margins.
They support him for the color of his skin rather than the content of his character!
Racism pure and simple. Why? Because Matthews voiced that he really believes blacks cannot speak well. MSM won't cover it because a libtard said.
That's because he chose not to speak like a negro! Right?
Maybe, just maybe, we will all forget Matthews.
Seriously. This turkey is overdone. Hairball will be finished by the end of the year.
I went to the dentist and this guy was so unbelievably good at cleaning my teeth.
I was trying to think about who he was today. He's post-racial, by all appearances. I forgot he was black for an hour.
Charlize Theron is an African American.
I interviewed this guy for a position today. After he left I was trying to think about who he was. He's post-racial, by all appearances. I forgot he was black for an hour.
Chris Matthews Favorite Breakfast Cereal (post-SOTU)
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_8U4wDbh65Kc/S2H0s9o_J2I...
(Can't post a pic, so please check the link)
I think Matthews has been brainwashed!
Matthews why don't you and Oberman go have a lovefest and "TEABAG" each other, that would be a headline.
I wish I could forget that MSNBC is this little PITA of a cable channel somewhere in my Comcast subscriber universe. Sort of like the planet Pluto.
Is he black the other 23 hours Chrissie?
man…that's an awful hallucination….matthews and obama…there oughta be a law….
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There was a time when I believed that Chris Matthews was a half-wit. Since the start of the Obama candidacy, I've come to realize that I was being MUCH too generous.
Mighty White of you to say so, Chris!
Because one guy's apparent racism represents the entire left.
Chris Matthews: i really blew it with the whole i forgot he was black thing, but wow…that Michelle, you can't forget she's black — baby got back! sorry, i mean large protruding buttocks? no, no…a phat ass! — that's it right?
MSNBC producers: *huge sighs* whatever Chris…we're all post-racial now
Reading on from India another perspective to the issue: Color is not important. Or shouldn't be. At least not in America. But episodes like this remind us how deep-rooted the basic prejudices are. It's going to take at least another 50 years before we see some kind of normalcy makes way..
In India the divide is between haves and have-nots… The great leveller is education.
Liberals are the biggest racists. This clown proves it. When is MSNBC's petty cash running out? It's time for change. Time for MSNBC and NBC to go the way of the DODO bird.
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