Going through some videotapes that I made of NOW with Bill Moyers when I was going to be out and miss the program, I defy anyone to point out where he nobbles what he reports. He picks the stories and introduces the film clips. When he does make a comment, he makes it clear as crystal that this is his opinion. Essentially what he does is say, "I think you should know about this," and presents a film clip, usually containing interviews and commentaries pro and con, and lets you make up your own mind. However, I can readily understand why some people would object to what he tends to report. He digs up the stuff that lots of people would rather you not know about. That, of course, makes him "biased."

From what I've seen of her and read of her writings, I think Molly Ivins doesn't get much air time because she's much to close to the mark and is clear, outspoken, funny, and highly quotable. We can't have that!!!

Don Firth