Think Progress caught Fox News using old campaign footage of a McCain/Palin rally from 2008 to make it appear like the crowds she's drawing on her book tour are larger than they are.
This afternoon, Fox News host Gregg Jarrett proudly announced that Sarah Palin is “continuing to draw huge crowds while she’s promoting her brand new book. Take a look at — these are some of the pictures just coming into us.” But the pictures that the network chose to display on-air appeared to be old file footage of Palin rallies from the 2008 presidential campaign. Individuals in the crowd are seen holding McCain/Palin signs, and others are holding pom-poms and cheering wildly. “There’s a crowd of folks,” an enthused Jarrett observed, referring to the old footage.
Media Matters followed up that report with more facts to support the claim, which in my mind should be called a HOAX.
Earlier, Think Progress caught Fox News showing what was clearly footage of 2008 Sarah Palin campaign rallies but claiming that it was video of "huge crowds" attending Palin's book tour.
But in case the McCain-Palin campaign signs and tee-shirts clearly visible in the footage Fox aired aren't enough to make Fox apologize, here's further proof.
Here's a screenshot of the footage of one of the rallies that Fox's Gregg Jarrett showed today and claimed was "just coming into us" as part of the book tour:
And here's a photo posted last year by Florida TV station CFNews 13 of a November 1, 2008, Palin rally in Ocala, Florida:And here's a video of that same rally that TPM posted way back in 2008 -- when it actually happened.
Fox News is not operating like a news organization. It was busted by Jon Stewart of the Daily Show when Sean Hannity used the same technique to make it seem like a tea party rally was bigger than it actually was. And you know Hannity was told to apologize by "legal" over the "Hoax" he tried to get away with. Inadvertent footage doesn't end up on a network show. That's a bogus explanation.
Please email any fake news segments you find to C&L.
I think it's time we started to take action and the first step is to file an FCC report here. Please join me.
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Wasn't there a supreme court case that declared FOX doesn't have to tell the truth? Just another work day as the alpha dog in the New World Order's media kennel.
... I could see this being the case. Although they're slanting the truth, if not telling outright lies, they'd say things along the lines of "the viewers/free market will figure it out" and things like that. I could also easily see conservatives falling back on the First Amendment, at which point the fight gets dirtier and dirtier.
That being said, making a complaint would still be alright and the appropriate thing to do. As long as there are people on the record for showing how Fox News is not being fair or balanced.
protects free speech, freedom of the press and the like, But fraud is not a protected activity. Fraud is a crime.
... but if they can make a case out of outright lies, they can make a case out of half-truths. If there's an example of an entity that can lie its way out of anything, even when it's reality itself against them, it's these guys.
Thus, keeping them honest is the pay off...
... And the honest thing to do is call them on it and file complaints.
Let them defend why lying is an honest profession worthy of being called a journalistic news station!
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The court decided Faux IS allowed to lie outright with malice and forethought.
Fox News gets okay to misinform public, court ruling
So what is left but the off button?
"I know that there are people who do not love their fellow
man, and I hate people like that! " ~ Tom Lehrer (1928 - )
With sarah probably an unbuttoned button.
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With
sarahcarrie, probably an unbuttoned button.There, fixed it for ya... ;)
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Fox News is a cable network. Cable does not come under the FCC. It doesn't. Some want it to. But it doesn't.
I came here to say just that. The FCC won't even address the complaint as they have no power to regulate cable, only advertisers have that power. If you want Fox to stop peddling lies and misinformation the only way is to go after their advertisers.
"Fox News: We alter reality. You are sold a preconceived narrative."
"Fox News: We alter reality. You are sold a preconceived narrative."
"Fox News: We alter reality. You are sold a preconceived narrative."
Over. And over.
It WILL stick.
To some degree it matters who's in office, but it matters more how much pressure they're under from the public. - Noam Chomsky
Anyone knowing anything about video editing and production in television knows it’s next to impossible to make these “errors” repeatedly. Time code runs under the video with the date and time the video was made, used to spice together images from different angles. NO EDITOR would continually misread the date and time of videos – NONE. These “errors” are done on purpose, not accidentally.
from news that isn't and the prevention of incitements to violence. I they want to say it they can forgo the media propagation.
You'd think Fox News would have let that intern go by now. Moving him/her from screen text (where they would mistake Republican pol's involved in scandal as Democratic pol's) to footage seems to have not been as effective as originally thought.
Huh...
At Fox, you get raises for lies.
As far as I know, the FCC does not regulate the content of cable TV channels, only over the air channels.
In the interest of disclosure, I should tell you that I lifted the following from "TheMedia" over on RAWSTORY.COM's comment boards. I edited it slightly, but the original post is not mine. Here it is: I strongly encourage anyone who is sick of hearing about Fox's lies to file a complaint to the FCC. You can do that here: http://esupport.fcc.gov/complaints.htm The appropriate Complaint Type is "Broadcast (TV and Radio), Cable, and Satellite Issues" and the Complaint Category is "Unauthorized, unfair, biased, illegal broadcasts" (the form states that this includes "Biased or distorted news stories by the media"). We have an avenue to correct this type of falsification and to make change we must make a complaint.
Palin's publisher is owned by News Corp. That's a deceptive infomercial posing as a fake news broadcast.
so soon again after Jon Stewart caught Hannity doing it!
No sense of shame, these folks...
I've never seen change without a fire
for anyone willing to subject themselves to torture and horror, i would imagine that if one were to watch faux news archives, going back 8 years, they would see that these aren't the only 2 times they have pulled this stunt.
much of a mental pain tolerance...
I've never seen change without a fire
Need I say more.
And will have a plan of action soon.
FOX News acts like Orson Wells.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyF4LGgzZxA
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...in George Orwell's classic book 1984.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nineteen_Eighty-...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4rBDUJTnNU
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but it is Orson Welles not Wells.
"Let's talk dirty to the animals"
That some people were yelling " Kill him".
Or, " He's a terrrrist"
great.
What is your conceptual, continuity?
and hock more hatred against our President.
Edit - Whoops, I meant this in reply to muddy, since he pointed out this one of the particularly ugly rallies from last election...
I've never seen change without a fire
. . . what the World Wrestling Entertainment is to wrestling.
The best category is false or misleading advertising. There's no reason for Fox to do this except to help Palin sell books. What are the chances that her publisher is a Murdoch company? Let me check . . .
The publisher is HarperCollins.
http://www.amazon.com/Going-Rogue-American-Sa...
and "HarperCollins Publishers is one of the world’s leading English-language publishers. Headquartered in New York, the company is a subsidiary of News Corporation."
http://www.harpercollins.com/footer/companyPr...
Fox News is just acting as a false and misleading informercial for its sister company.
Palin's book of distortion and outright lies has been on shelves at Wal-Mart long enough, that the price has DROPPED. From $29.99 all the way to $8.98. Way to sic em Mrs. Lipstick wear-in Pit-bull'.
SO SAD. Think I'll wait till the $0.99 cent store on Willshire Blvd, starts selling them. I have a pesky table leg that is shorter than the other 3.
Speaking of Fall-in Palin who wants to see my Palin Halloween Get-up?
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You would willingly sit that close to anything Palin?
I was sitting beside my partner he's the one dressed as security. We had fun strolling up an down Santa Monica Blvd. in WEHO
And if its the table you are talking about sitting close to propped up by Palin!!! NO WAY, book my quit working like she did. It's only a side table anyway.
where is the store on Wlshre? We lived in Mid City, what is now Korea Town, 3 blocks north the the late Ambassador Hotel, at 4th and Kenmore. This was in 2001-2002 before we moved to Vegas in late 2002. My wife worked in Beverly Hills @ Wilshire and Palm. I used Wilshire and 3rd St. for travel.
"Let's talk dirty to the animals"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZ6tcoJj-l8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okd3hLlvvLw&fe...
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it isn't a hoax, it's an act of fraud, and only one in a continuing pattern of fraudulant deceptions. Television fraud is actionable under RICO. If anybody else is considering filing a complaint, it may be useful to point out that FOX seems to have few compunctions aginst routinely indulging in acts that defraud the public. They are in violation of the terms of their FCC licenses that they hold as supposed stewards of OUR airwaves and bandwidth.
It's in the FCC guidelines.
“Hoaxes. The broadcast by a station of false information concerning a crime or catastrophe violates the FCC's rules if:
· The station licensee knew that the information was false,
· Broadcasting the false information directly causes substantial public harm, and
· it was foreseeable that broadcasting the false information would cause such harm.”
That's how I responded on the nature of my complaint, as hoaxes and fraud.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1wgu8HfhDE&fe...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1wgu8HfhDE&fe...
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I agree that it's a hoax, but it wasn't "concerning a crime or a catastrophe." Does the Hoax classification relate to any other sorts of stories? If not, it seems that a false advertising complaint would be best, after all it was fabricating "news" footage with the obvious effect being the heightened interest in a book, the sales of which would directly benefit Newscorp. It was an outright fabrication, couched in a veiled advertisement. I don't suppose it would do any harm to file two complaints just in case though. They'll simply reject the one that doesn't apply.
All I can say it thank god for the Daily Show, it is the only way to keep Fox News honest (if possible).
That angry guy that fills in for K.O. ;) on msnbc, just said newslax is giving the book away for free w/subscription. Who owns newsmax... there I said. ;) I have not looked it up yet, but I bet there not Muslims'...
They'll run, hide, morph and lie to spread their truth to gullible individuals. Science is their worst enemy,... and time.
PS. OT, That King guy was really preaching today on cspan, him and another fellow from MO :-
Study the symptoms not the virus...
Yeah it's almost time for their annual War on Christmas.
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My complaint of fraud for Fox's afternoon "straight news" broadcast has been filed.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qn85BeeiwZo
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I applaud C/L's for being one of the true journalists in reporting the right's BULLSHIT! Good for you, for trying to "enlighten" the public.
Bookmarked the complaint form as I intend to use it often.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w36iYgU2zus
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVUzTZ5dgwQ
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... I hope you know this? I do... and I like it. ♥
Wipe that smirk off your face Airman. ;)
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Ectually...I'm a mocker.
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... right you are √
Spank me I deserve it! Whoops, wrong blog... never mind. ;)
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http://ewpopwatch.files.wordpress.com/2008/12...
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I'dve taken you for a mod or a rocker.
me-oww!
Looks like a palin sign-in
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19xJIedrrfA
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filing complaints against Fox News "inadvertent mistakes" could become a full time job!
Remember it's a new FCC run by the left. They get enough complaints they'll have to do something. My is sent.
is intended to be a factual statement
I hope you're right, but the cynic in me suspects it might still be filled with unpurged Busheviks.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-zPZo64Ztc
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrxRAvnU1FQ&fe...
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They have to resort to this kind of fraud because the crowds they are expecting just don't show up. Read Mother Jones: Rove, Cheney, Gingrich and Kristol Fail To Rally 9/11 Trial Foes
http://www.motherjones.com/mojo/2009/11/rove-...
"If the US government enforced its banking laws like it did its park regulations, we wouldn't be
in this damn park in the first place." OCCUPY.!!
Oopsie! Just another fucking error, right?
... they'll repent, and then all is well. :-/
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Christ they never let up for a minute with this stuff do they?
They should have to pay some kind of fine every single time this happens.
"To me, truth is not some vague, foggy notion. Truth is real. And,
at the same time, unreal. Fiction and fact and everything in between,
plus some things I can't remember, all rolled into one big "thing."
This is truth, to me. "
-Jack Handy
I didn't take Hannity's apology seriously.
channel, and that they wouldn't get caught with their hands in the masa twice in one month!
I've never seen change without a fire
You may recall a few years back Steve Wilson & Jane Akre of FOX news affiliate in Florida did a groundbreaking story about Monsanto's use of rBGH in school milk, were then fired, sued, won then lost under a technicality, and a basis of the judgement was that FOX was NOT obligated to tell the truth (or something like that). Anyway, it's discussed in the film _The Corporation_
... I have that DVD! It's interesting.
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I was reminded of the same case. The Florida Appellate Court ruled that the FCC guidelines were just that, not laws, rule or regulations. It gives them a free hand to create the news their viewers want to see. Comfort news.
http://www.worldlingo.com/ma/enwiki/en/Jane_Akre
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They don't know how to not lie at Fox.
They don't care they just want to get reelected.
If it weren't for the bloggers watching Fox News to catch their lies and propaganda, they'd be in dead last.
They don't realize we are using them now, and that's OK because they use their customers.
"Government by organized money is just as dangerous as Government by organized mob"
-= Franklin Delano Roosevelt =-
Go John!
Presumably, there is something to old adage regarding the squeaky wheel, maybe if enough people complain often enough, something will change.
One question...why is the reference number blurred at the top of the form, but visible at the bottom? Should somebody fix that before 62 million people claim that it is in reference to their complaint? Or somebody withdraws the complaint with that number? Maybe?
I pledge allegiance to the Constitution of the United States of America, and to the republic which it established, one nation from many peoples, promising liberty and justice for all
I was browsing the magazine section in Walmart today (Rockland, Maine) and noticed Palin's book on two shelves nearby. Well, looked like they must have recently stocked the shelf, as nine were missing, and no one was looking. Might have been the price, it was $19.99, so I guess the shoppers are going to wait until it hits the Bargain Books bin at that price.
And no, I didn't read any of it. And yes, I had the time.
I'll never have the money.
All this over what will very soon be a 99 cent bound collection of toilet paper...
There really is no reason for Fox not to show clips like this.
Yes, they are constantly called out on the internet, but unfortunately we are only preaching to the choir. Showing their undiscerning viewers what they want to see only brings them higher ratings,and thus more money.
In an ideal world the FCC or other governing body would give them a choice of a sizable fine for this purposeful 'mistake' OR force them to admit their wrong doing on air, and admit their dishonesty.
Now, I can already hear Fox's argument. "We made a mistake, but this video shows the same atmosphere. You are trying to suppress our free speech!!" But if this actually were true, shouldn't there be some kind of repercussions for this gross incompetence?
If they are not held responsible for what they say they will continue to do this. Just look at Sean Hannity's lame apology for the incorrect footage of the Bachman rally. He completely lifted the blame off of himself, saying that a mistake was done. That will only continue to happen.
... and giving us your opinion. Hope ya stick around. ♥
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as the book is filled with lies, why not cover the book tour and just add to the lies
and if you arent a trig troofer yet....READ PAGES 51-52!!!!!!!!!!
THE BITCH CHANGES THE ENTIRE STORY SHE TOLD ABOUT THE BIRTH
I complained to the FCC through email twice in regard to Glenn Beck inciting violence....I did not get a response.
if they refuse to respond then we should flood the FCC with complaints.
'We, the People'............rimshot................hahahahahaha!
Start at 7:00. Hannity shows clips of an abandoned hospital, claims it's "undercover video" of a typical Cuban hospital.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0EKWDisi7Y
should carry an FCC complaint form and start filling it out on camera the moment they pull this bullshit.
because this is getting retarded. I can only tolerant so much bafoonery. :)
Acknowledgment & Fax Cover sheet to submit additional information.
Filing for: Langston has been received by FCC. Thanks for your information. When inquiring about your complaint, be sure to reference this number: 09-C00174894 and, be sure to mention that you filed this complaint over the internet.
Use this page as a Fax Cover Sheet when faxing additional details to the FCC.
Fax Number (866) 418-0232
Date: 11/19/2009
To: Federal Communications Commission
From: L C
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Subject: (Form2000 Filed Via The Internet)
Everyone who made a comment on this post should go to the FCC site and file a complaint. Is only 3 mins of your time. C&L's already knows how you feel. Now Go tell the FCC!
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FOXPRAVDA is NOT a News Network...
... FOXPRAVDA is a Political Station.
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FOXAGANDA for years.
Another "inadvertent" mistake no doubt . Busted once again .
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What do you expect from a station that continually fails at comprehending the differences...
... between an R and a D?
... between last year and now?
... between honesty and lies?
If they were a start-up 24 hour "NEWS" channel attempting to break out and they pulled this crap, they would be laughed out of business. Sponsors would dry up. No commercial space purchased...
... They would have to resort to "Public Access" channels just to get affordable air time.
(not that PA doesn't afford entertainment. quality is the Q.)
Too bad posterity holds much clout, NO?
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my complaint didn't innumerate shows or times or instances. it merely said FOX as aired seditious, indignant broadcasts so far outside the public mandate, they have violated their license. They and their cohorts have openly incited, even funded strange bedfellows of demonstration, coverage, spin, inflated attendance figures, while said traitors whisper advocation of harm against the highest-ranking members of the Administration, including the President. The facts speak for themselves.
my number was -174907 so it appears 'tween Amato and Calandra (me) were 120 other intrepid souls.
'Foget about it.
We have taken our country back. No? Well, lets.
your name's Lebowski, Lebowski... and your wife is Bunny
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I agree. We need to stand up for Obama. The vicious attacks against him have gotten completely out of hand, and I do fear there will be acts of violence.
Regardless of which side of the political spectrum you're on, broadcasts like this are a violation of journalistic integrity - which used to mean something, but apparently not so much any more .
It's not about standing up for Obama. It's about standing about for honesty in reporting.
Well done John!
"Government by organized money is just as dangerous as Government by organized mob"
-= Franklin Delano Roosevelt =-
From big whoppers to little white lies, almost everyone fibs on occasion. Here, experts reveal why.
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Faux News has been doing this stuff for a while, and it's interesting it took a fake news show to bust them for it. Obviously, Faux doesn't care what kind of garbage it puts on the air or how much it misleads its viewers. They have no shame.
There was a time if a news organization was caught doing this sort of thing EVEN ONCE, it's credibility would have been irreparably damaged. Not with todays media (especially FOX), nossir! Now, because "news" is presented as entertainment, anything goes. Walter Cronkite and Edward Murrow must be spinning in their graves.
If you have selfish, ignorant citizens, you're gonna get selfish, ignorant leaders.
George Carlin
Maybe the Emmy's could come up with an award especially made for Fox alongs the lines of being the least truthful show on-air,or the show that would outright lie to your mother 24/7!
that's all.
claim it was an "innocent mistake, but a mistake nonetheless".
The Republican playbook has always been to say whatever you want because once it's out there, the damage is done. For instance, the people who saw that report are typical Fox sheeple who get all their news from Fox. They are not going to see the 2 second apology that Fox throws out there two week from now. Reminds me of the debate between Cheney and Edwards where Cheney said he never met Edwards which made Edwards look like an idiot (front page news). About two weeks later in the paper it came out that they had met (Page 26 news). Damage done.
Where's a portion of Janet Jackson's nipple when you need it?
I don't think that the FCC has any jurisdiction over cable broadcasts, do they?
Palin is a joke
Good job on filing the complaint. Even if nothing happens it is entered into the record
My complaint is in, fr Fox News, specifically Glenn Beck and Bill O'Rielly:
"Contrary to their "Fair and Balanced" claims, Fox News has a continuing policy of using bias lies, half truths and propaganda. They fail to provide qualified representatives from opposing views and they have used news footage that did not apply to the subject they were covering. They have made seditious statement about our government, and have openly advocated armed insurrection. I request an investigation be made of their practices, and if necessary removal of their broadcast/cable liscense."
Democratic Party progressive, Vietnam veteran and proud Union member for 41 years
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