Why would one label oneself as a Liberal or a Conservative? Why would you think the two are incompatible.

Many Americans who consider themselves conservative are unbelieveably liberal about gun ownership!

In reality John, NO one is representing your side in a debate unless they have asked you directly. Most politicians choose sides fairly arbitrarily then move with the polls and opportunities. People like Limbaugh and Bill Maher exaggerate their points of view to stir arguements and to be laughed at. Why would you want to be identified with them? Its like taking a Jeff Foxworthy Character, or Archie Bunker, or Al Bundy as a role model for men.

A reporter is being objective when he/she answers the questions who what when where and why. Everthing else is entertainment and gossip. Who are the most entertaining entertainers and gossips? the borderline lunatics with extreem points of view. So who cares if they get equal time. Cut them off before they get boring!! This stuff is not news. As Joe Friday would say... Just the facts ma'am.