The suits gave Lou Dobbs the big squeeze in recent days - and basically - forced his hand.
Although one of the morning dailies reported that Dobbs resigned of his own accord, in order to pursue other opportunities, insiders allege that the controversial talk-show host was given a hefty push out the revolving door.
Reports that Jon Klein (President & CEO @ CNN) acted in Dobb's best interest when he released him from his contract didn't pass the smell test with me.
In recent days, it didn't escape anyone's attention that Dobbs drew fire from various quarters for his - at times controversial stance on immigrant issues - and a tendency to go overboard a tad when it came to a whole raft of eye-brow raising conspiracies he alleged were underfoot and chipping away at the very foundations of this great country..
Even still, in a democratic society, a man has every right to speak his mind - and expound on his thoughts - no matter how unpopular the views.
Dobbs has remained confident and optimistic about his future in spite of the fact he got the heave-ho from a major network with a powerful soap box the envy of any upstart activist or budding pundit in-the-making.
"Over the past six months it's been increasingly clear that strong winds of change have begun buffetting this country and affecting all of us. And some leaders in the media, politics, and business have been urging me to go beyond my role here at CNN."
Is Dobbs heading for the political arena to give Sarah Palin a run for her money in the next election?
God willing, maybe.
Bottom line?
He'll lose.
My advice?
Start a blog, Mr. Dobbs.
And, expand on the issues you raised at CNN, which need closure.
In a matter of time, just betcha, you'll boast a gang of supporters & a bevy of advertisers cheering 'ya on.
That Nobel Prize is within your grasp if you just mention a goal or two you're inclined to pursue.
Not necessary to follow thru, Sir, just look to Barack Obama for clues.
The past six months I have taken on my own crusade, of sorts.
During the election, and in the first days of the Barack Obama presidency, it was quite obvious to me that there was a growing wave of hatred being levelled against white Anglo Saxons in this country (wrinkly old white men, in particular).
And, I witnessed a definite double-standard, too.
For example, it was quite alright for an African-American or Latino immigrant to openly complain about caucasians in social and political settings around the country.
But, if a white person uttered one negative word about a black or Latino they were labelled a racist.
So, I took a stand.
Every time I encounter a black person or Latino engaging in conduct which I feel is racist, I write about it - shout if out from the rooftops - if necessary.
Once the playing field is level (they shut up) then - and only then - can we heal as a Nation.
And, subsequently, move on!
Good luck to 'ya, Lou!
Amen.
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