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Old 02-21-2007, 06:08 AM   #19 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Bill O'Rights
Let's not be hasty. Why should Leno and Letterman (et al) explore the broader issues? That's not what they do. That's why we have 20/20 and 60 minutes. Late night talk show hosts are entertainers...first and foremost. I tune in to laugh, not to think.
I agree. My latter comment was directed more at the infotainment shows like Larry King or The View, Entertainment Tonight, Today Show etc... The "Bottom" may be unreachable, but damn, this coverage has been a low point.
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