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Gathering for the Walter Cronkite Memorial Service - Posted September 9, 2009
Outside at Lincoln Center, prior to the Walter Cronkite memorial service.At this hour, a veritable who's who of journalists, political figures, and other newsmakers are either on their way to Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center in New York — or have arrived there by now — for the public memorial... [TVNewser]
Gathering for the Walter Cronkite Memorial Service - Posted September 9, 2009
Outside at Lincoln Center, prior to the Walter Cronkite memorial service.At this hour, a veritable who's who of journalists, political figures, and other newsmakers are either on their way to Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center in New York — or have arrived there by now — for the public memorial... [TVNewser]
Obama on Kennedy: "One of the Greatest Senators of Our Time" - Posted August 26, 2009
President Obama's remarks on the death and life of Senator Ted Kennedy:
"I wanted to say a few words this morning about the passing of an extraordinary leader, Senator Edward Kennedy.
Over the past several years, I've had the honor to call Teddy a colleague, a counselor, and a friend. ... [FishBowlDC]
Obama on Death of Senator Ted Kennedy - Posted August 26, 2009
Statement from President Obama:
"Michelle and I were heartbroken to learn this morning of the death of our dear friend, Senator Ted Kennedy.
For five decades, virtually every major piece of legislation to advance the civil rights, health and economic well being of the American people bore his name and resulted from his... [FishBowlDC]
Morning Reading List 08.18.09 - Posted August 18, 2009
Good morning FishbowlDC! Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line.
That's Rob Thomas above- Mix 107.3's Tommy McFly hosted a concert and Q&A with the musician yesterday at Gibson Guitar Shop in Chinatown.
Happy 21st Birthday... [FishBowlDC]
In Memoriam: Eunice Kennedy Shriver - Posted August 11, 2009
We woke up to news this morning that Eunice Kennedy Shriver passed away at the age of 88 at Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, MA. Shriver was the founder and honorary chairperson of the Special Olympics, sister to President John F. Kennedy, Robert and Ted Kennedy and mother to California first... [FishBowlDC]
In Memoriam: Eunice Kennedy Shriver - Posted August 11, 2009
We woke up to news this morning that Eunice Kennedy Shriver passed away at the age of 88 at Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, MA. Shriver was the founder and honorary chairperson of the Special Olympics, sister to President John F. Kennedy, Robert and Ted Kennedy and mother to California first... [FishBowlDC]
President Obama Makes Surprise Appearance At White House Daily Briefing - Posted July 24, 2009
Fishbowl DC has video of President Obama's unscheduled appearance in the White House briefing room this afternoon.
The President appeared at the start of today's daily briefing — apparently catching many reporters by surprise — to make a statement following his comments at Wednesday's prime time press conference about the... [TVNewser]
President Obama Makes Surprise Appearance At White House Daily Briefing - Posted July 24, 2009
Fishbowl DC has video of President Obama's unscheduled appearance in the White House briefing room this afternoon.
The President appeared at the start of today's daily briefing — apparently catching many reporters by surprise — to make a statement following his comments at Wednesday's prime time press conference about the... [TVNewser]
WH Posts More Video Of Congressional Luau Dunkings - Posted June 29, 2009
Because we just can't get enough of this, the White House has posted some more dunk tank video from the Congressional luau. "That's satisfying," President Obama says as his shot dunks chief of staff Rahm Emanuel. The President also starts a chant for press secretary Robert Gibbs to get into the... [FishBowlDC]
WH Posts More Video Of Congressional Luau Dunkings - Posted June 29, 2009
Because we just can't get enough of this, the White House has posted some more dunk tank video from the Congressional luau. "That's satisfying," President Obama says as his shot dunks chief of staff Rahm Emanuel. The President also starts a chant for press secretary Robert Gibbs to get into the... [FishBowlDC]
A Very Presidential Father's Day - Posted June 18, 2009
President Obama appears in this Sunday's Parade magazine with a special Father's Day message.
He writes, "I observe this Father's Day not just as a father grateful to be present in my daughters' lives but also as a son who grew up without a father in my own life... On this... [FishBowlDC]
A Very Presidential Father's Day - Posted June 18, 2009
President Obama appears in this Sunday's Parade magazine with a special Father's Day message.
He writes, "I observe this Father's Day not just as a father grateful to be present in my daughters' lives but also as a son who grew up without a father in my own life... On this... [FishBowlDC]
More RTCA Dets: CBS Pre-Parties, Maddow Guest Bartends At MSNBC After-Party, Gibbs To Play MC Rove - Posted June 18, 2009
Ok, we're kidding about Robert Gibbs playing this year's MC Rove, but we have learned of a few more legitimate details to share with you about tomorrow evening's RTCA dinner...
• CBS News is hosting a pre-party on the second floor of the convention center. There will be a live band... [FishBowlDC]
More RTCA Dets: CBS Pre-Parties, Maddow Guest Bartends At MSNBC After-Party, Gibbs To Play MC Rove - Posted June 18, 2009
Ok, we're kidding about Robert Gibbs playing this year's MC Rove, but we have learned of a few more legitimate details to share with you about tomorrow evening's RTCA dinner...
• CBS News is hosting a pre-party on the second floor of the convention center. There will be a live band... [FishBowlDC]
ABC's Rick Klein: "It's Almost Like Obama Chose Himself For The Supreme Court" - Posted May 27, 2009
Today on the Morning Media Menu podcast, ABC News' senior political reporter Rick Klein discussed President Obama's Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor and some of the issues she is going to raise during her confirmation, in the Senate and in the press.
"One democrat said to me, 'It's almost like Obama... [FishBowlNY]
ABC's Rick Klein: "It's Almost Like Obama Chose Himself For The Supreme Court" - Posted May 27, 2009
Today on the Morning Media Menu podcast, ABC News' senior political reporter Rick Klein discussed President Obama's Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor and some of the issues she is going to raise during her confirmation, in the Senate and in the press.
"One democrat said to me, 'It's almost like Obama... [FishBowlNY]
Newsweek Editor Profiled In Advance Of Relaunch - Posted May 13, 2009
Next Monday, Newsweek will reveal a new, reformatted, slicker version of itself. If you want a little hint as to what the new Newsweek will be like, you can check out the New York Observer's profile of editor Jon Meacham.
Profiler John Koblin gets a peek into the world of the... [FishBowlNY]
Newsweek Editor Profiled In Advance Of Relaunch - Posted May 13, 2009
Next Monday, Newsweek will reveal a new, reformatted, slicker version of itself. If you want a little hint as to what the new Newsweek will be like, you can check out the New York Observer's profile of editor Jon Meacham.
Profiler John Koblin gets a peek into the world of the... [FishBowlNY]
Pres. Obama Meets the Local Press - Posted February 12, 2009
President Obama met with reporters from 16 local papers for about an hour yesterday to discuss the stimulus bill. Check out their coverage below...
Anchorage Daily News: "Obama calls Alaska gas pipeline promising"
Columbus Dispatch: "Stimulus not perfect but will help Ohio, Obama says"
Dayton Daily News: "Stimulus package provides relief... [FishBowlDC]
Pres. Obama Meets the Local Press - Posted February 12, 2009
President Obama met with reporters from 16 local papers for about an hour yesterday to discuss the stimulus bill. Check out their coverage below...
Anchorage Daily News: "Obama calls Alaska gas pipeline promising"
Columbus Dispatch: "Stimulus not perfect but will help Ohio, Obama says"
Dayton Daily News: "Stimulus package provides relief... [FishBowlDC]
Terry Moran Twitters on Air Force One - Posted February 10, 2009
Nightline co-anchor Terry Moran interviewed President Obama today in Fort Myers, Florida. The interview doesn't air until this evening, but lucky for us, we get a sneak preview from his Twitters...
Just finished interview. I asked, "Wall Street really doesn't like your plan for banks." "Wall Street wants an easy answer,... [FishBowlDC]
Terry Moran Twitters on Air Force One - Posted February 10, 2009
Nightline co-anchor Terry Moran interviewed President Obama today in Fort Myers, Florida. The interview doesn't air until this evening, but lucky for us, we get a sneak preview from his Twitters...
Just finished interview. I asked, "Wall Street really doesn't like your plan for banks." "Wall Street wants an easy answer,... [FishBowlDC]
Cable By The Numbers - Posted February 10, 2009
According to reports released by ThinkProgress...
2 to 1: Appearances by Republican congressmen on the cablers two weeks ago to discuss the House stimulus package as compared to their Democratic counterparts (51 Republican appearances, 26 Democrat)
75: Appearances by Democrats in week two of the stimulus debate, as compared to 41 Republicans
ThinkProgress tallied... [FishBowlDC]
Cable By The Numbers - Posted February 10, 2009
According to reports released by ThinkProgress...
2 to 1: Appearances by Republican congressmen on the cablers two weeks ago to discuss the House stimulus package as compared to their Democratic counterparts (51 Republican appearances, 26 Democrat)
75: Appearances by Democrats in week two of the stimulus debate, as compared to 41 Republicans
ThinkProgress tallied... [FishBowlDC]
Obama Calls On Helen & HuffPost In First Primetime Press Conference - Posted February 9, 2009
President Obama's first primetime press conference ran about an hour long and he took 13 questions from reporters.
Who got questions? In order: AP's Jennifer Loven, Reuters' Caren Bohan, CBS' Chip Reid, NBC's Chuck Todd, Bloomberg's Julianna Goldman, ABC's Jake Tapper, CNN's Ed Henry, NYTimes' Helene Cooper, Fox News' Major Garrett, WaPo's... [FishBowlDC]
Obama Calls On Helen & HuffPost In First Primetime Press Conference - Posted February 9, 2009
President Obama's first primetime press conference ran about an hour long and he took 13 questions from reporters.
Who got questions? In order: AP's Jennifer Loven, Reuters' Caren Bohan, CBS' Chip Reid, NBC's Chuck Todd, Bloomberg's Julianna Goldman, ABC's Jake Tapper, CNN's Ed Henry, NYTimes' Helene Cooper, Fox News' Major Garrett, WaPo's... [FishBowlDC]
Kurtz: Media Should Be "Agressive And Skeptical" Toward President Obama - Posted January 26, 2009
Earlier today, Howard Kurtz held his weekly chat where he covered such topics as Caroline Kennedy's awkward exit from consideration for New York's vacant Senate seat; the tone of the media in covering President Obama; and the media craze over Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich. Some excerpts:
Rhode Island: Here's one thing I... [FishBowlDC]




