Topic: The View (TV Show)

Vox News Rush Limbaugh-Sandra Fluke flap: Is it time to move on?

As the controversy over Rush Limbaugh's insult enters its second week, comedian Bill Maher says it's time for liberals to accept his apology and move on. Of course that's really Sandra Fluke's call.

Vox News Marianne Gingrich interview: Is it ethical for ABC to air it now?

Questions are already arising about whether ABC's 'Nightline' is justified in airing its 'bombshell' interview with Marianne Gingrich, an ex-wife of Newt Gingrich. 

Hank Williams Jr.: His latest song slams Fox News and ESPN

Hank Williams Jr., in a new song, says Fox twisted his words. Last week, ESPN fired Hank Williams Jr. for likening Obama to Hitler.

Hank Williams Jr. says his free speech rights violated in Hitler comment

Hank Williams Jr. says he left Monday Night Football for violating his free speech rights. ESPN says Monday Night Football doesn't need Hank Williams Jr. anymore.

The Herman Cain surge: why he rose (not Mitt Romney) as Rick Perry slid

Herman Cain gained support from GOP voters after Texas Gov. Rick Perry stumbled in presidential debates, polls show. Now is his big opportunity to build on his momentum, analysts say.

Ann Curry perseverance pays off at 'Today' show

Ann Curry, who has been the top-rated morning show's news anchor since 1997, officially ascends to the top spot alongside Lauer on Thursday, the day after Meredith Vieira signs off.

Ron Paul: Why is he running for president again?

Rep. Ron Paul (R) is expected to announce his presidential exploratory committee Tuesday afternoon in Iowa.

Donald Trump: Genuine 'birther' or just furthering his personal brand?

Donald Trump has apparently embraced the 'birther' idea – that President Obama was not born in the US – but his motivation remains unclear.

The Juan Williams treatment: five other ousted media personalities

As NPR's Juan Williams learned when he was fired Thursday for comments that were taken to be anti-Muslim, the axe is swift to fall when media personalities speak out on controversial topics. Here is his story and those of five others recently ousted for voicing unpopular views.

Barack Obama to sell auto bailout good news in Michigan

Barack Obama will stop at three auto plants over the next several days, visiting General Motors and Chrysler factories in Michigan on Friday and a Ford facility in Chicago next Wednesday.

Obama on 'The View': How did he do?

President Obama on 'The View' won mixed reviews. But it's the sort of thing presidents need to do these days to get their message out to people who don't watch CNN or Fox News.

Shirley Sherrod: Does she have a case against Andrew Breitbart?

Shirley Sherrod said Thursday that she 'will definitely sue' Andrew Breitbart over the video that falsely portrayed her as a racist. The lawsuit could be a landmark for the blogosphere.

Obama on 'The View': ratings blockbuster or presidential epitaph?

Daytime talk show has political observers split over whether Obama on 'The View' will help or hurt his image.

'The View' welcomes President Obama on Thursday

'The View' will have President Obama as its only guest on this Thursday's broadcast. It will be the first time a sitting President has appeared on a daytime talk show.

Mel Gibson tapes are comic gold; Mel Gibson is "gift that keeps on giving"

Mel Gibson is providing comedians with non-stop material. Letterman writer says Mel Gibson is the "gift that keeps on giving."

Stumping for McCain, Sarah Palin dials back the gun rhetoric

Sarah Palin now says 'taking up arms' means voting. Weaponry and military metaphors are part of political discourse, but not all conservatives are happy with Palin's gun rhetoric.

Mitt Romney's book tour: first stop on the campaign trail?

Mitt Romney's "No Apology: The Case for American Greatness" reads like a playbook for a 2012 presidential run.

Six Picks: Recommendations from the Monitor staff

Norah Jones' latest CD, Pixar's 'Up' on DVD, illustrated 'Kitchen Knife Skills' book for the cook in your family, and more.

Going Rogue: Palin's world domination book tour starts Monday

The Sarah Palin "Going Rogue" book tour begins next week.

Blagojevich is still everywhere – and some can smile about it

Illinois' ex-governor, the subject of a hit musical, is relentlessly seeking the limelight. Will it help him if he ends up going to trial?

Turkey warms to Clinton's candor

Was it TV magic or intelligent diplomacy? A month before Obama's visit, Hillary charms Turkey in a talk- show stop.

Obama takes combo-meal approach to save stimulus bill

Corruption brings down a governor

As Illinois state senators decided his political fate, Blagojevich played the national media

Palin wardrobe controversy heightens - Todd is a cheapo!