Having watched "Countdown" and Olberman, I think he was hoping for the suspension, because issues were raised and will be talked about. I'd think they'd find a way to get him back on his show, because I think it's hurting MSNBC more than Olberman.

I don't think he's ever tried to pretend to keep his beliefs out of his show, but I'm pretty sure he's not wrong when pointing out that "fair and balanced" is anything but, and Fox's million dollar donation to the Republican party (link is to a YouTube clip from Countdown) is a far cry from one guy donating a couple grand to a couple candidates.

He might have violated MSNBC's policy, but it seems more like that rule was an opportunity for Olberman to focus attention on the Fox donation.