• CNN boss Mark Thompson to lay off hundreds after Election Day ratingswipeout: report

    From Woke sux dix@eradicate@wokesters.now to alt.transgendered, comp.os.linux.advocacy, rec.arts.tv,sac.politics, talk.politics.guns on Wed Nov 13 13:02:11 2024
    From Newsgroup: comp.os.linux.advocacy

    Ratings-challenged CNN is reportedly set for a major bloodbath — with
    boss Mark Thompson expected to lay off high-priced on-air talent as part
    of wide-ranging layoffs.

    The cable network — which lagged behind rivals MSNBC and Fox News during
    last week’s Election Night coverage — will implement “layoffs that will
    impact hundreds of employees across the organization,” according to Puck
    News.

    Thompson, who took over last year after the ouster of Chris Licht, will
    cull personnel from CNN’s television production teams whose “talents
    won’t necessarily be needed in the new digital-first landscape,” the
    outlet added.

    The network’s workforce is reported to be coping with “an atmosphere of
    high stress and high anxiety,” according to Puck.

    Thompson, the former CEO of the New York Times and the BBC, may also
    demand deep cuts to the massive salaries raked in by its struggling
    primetime stable of anchors, which include Anderson Cooper, Erin Burnett
    and Kaitlan Collins.

    Cooper, who anchored the Election night coverage, rakes in an annual
    salary reported to be as high as $20 million. Burnett makes about $6
    million and Collins takes home a more budget-friendly $3 million.

    The Post has sought comment from CNN.

    Signs of change were apparent on Monday after Chris Wallace confirmed
    that he was leaving CNN — ending a three-year stint at the network that
    was marred by low ratings and turmoil in its corporate board.

    Last month, the independent newsletter The Ankler reported that Thompson
    would ask Wallace, who was earning a reported salary of $8.5 million
    annually, as well as other top stars at the network such as Jake Tapper
    and Wolf Blitzer to take pay cuts.

    As part of Thompson’s reorganization plan, CNN will ask reporters and correspondents to assume more of the responsibilities that are currently
    being handled by producers and production assistants.

    CNN will also do away with redundant assignments while either reducing —
    or outright eliminating — various divisions, according to Puck.

    Earlier this year, CNN laid off about 100 employees — or 3% of its
    workforce.

    The expected changes come amid paltry ratings for the network on
    Election Day — a day that is has historically dominated.

    CNN had just 5.1 million viewers in prime time last Tuesday night,
    according to Nielsen data. Fox News, which shares common ownership with
    The Post, reeled in 10.3 million viewers from 8 to 11 p.m. Eastern time
    on Tuesday, according to Nielsen data.

    MSNBC’s coverage, anchored by Rachel Maddow, averaged 6 million viewers
    to best CNN for the first time in its history.

    In 2016, CNN had an audience of 13.3 million viewers on Election Day.

    CNN spokespeople touted the network’s “cross-platform audience” of 44
    million, which includes 14 million who streamed coverage on its digital platforms and on CNN Max.

    The network also noted that 67 million people visited CNN.com over the
    course of Election Day.

    https://nypost.com/2024/11/12/media/cnn-boss-mark-thompson-to-lay-off- hundreds-after-election-day-ratings-wipeout-report/

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  • From Chris Ahlstrom@OFeem1987@teleworm.us to alt.transgendered,comp.os.linux.advocacy,rec.arts.tv,sac.politics,talk.politics.guns on Wed Nov 13 11:04:01 2024
    From Newsgroup: comp.os.linux.advocacy

    Woke sux dix wrote this post while blinking in Morse code:

    Ratings-challenged CNN is reportedly set for a major bloodbath — with
    boss Mark Thompson expected to lay off high-priced on-air talent as part
    of wide-ranging layoffs.

    The cable network — which lagged behind rivals MSNBC and Fox News during last week’s Election Night coverage — will implement “layoffs that will impact hundreds of employees across the organization,” according to Puck News.

    Thompson, who took over last year after the ouster of Chris Licht, will
    cull personnel from CNN’s television production teams whose “talents won’t necessarily be needed in the new digital-first landscape,” the outlet added.

    The network’s workforce is reported to be coping with “an atmosphere of high stress and high anxiety,” according to Puck.

    Thompson, the former CEO of the New York Times and the BBC, may also
    demand deep cuts to the massive salaries raked in by its struggling primetime stable of anchors, which include Anderson Cooper, Erin Burnett
    and Kaitlan Collins.

    Cooper, who anchored the Election night coverage, rakes in an annual
    salary reported to be as high as $20 million. Burnett makes about $6
    million and Collins takes home a more budget-friendly $3 million.

    The Post has sought comment from CNN.

    Signs of change were apparent on Monday after Chris Wallace confirmed
    that he was leaving CNN — ending a three-year stint at the network that
    was marred by low ratings and turmoil in its corporate board.

    Last month, the independent newsletter The Ankler reported that Thompson would ask Wallace, who was earning a reported salary of $8.5 million annually, as well as other top stars at the network such as Jake Tapper
    and Wolf Blitzer to take pay cuts.

    As part of ThompsonÂ’s reorganization plan, CNN will ask reporters and correspondents to assume more of the responsibilities that are currently being handled by producers and production assistants.

    CNN will also do away with redundant assignments while either reducing —
    or outright eliminating — various divisions, according to Puck.

    Earlier this year, CNN laid off about 100 employees — or 3% of its workforce.

    The expected changes come amid paltry ratings for the network on
    Election Day — a day that is has historically dominated.

    CNN had just 5.1 million viewers in prime time last Tuesday night,
    according to Nielsen data. Fox News, which shares common ownership with
    The Post, reeled in 10.3 million viewers from 8 to 11 p.m. Eastern time
    on Tuesday, according to Nielsen data.

    MSNBCÂ’s coverage, anchored by Rachel Maddow, averaged 6 million viewers
    to best CNN for the first time in its history.

    In 2016, CNN had an audience of 13.3 million viewers on Election Day.

    CNN spokespeople touted the network’s “cross-platform audience” of 44 million, which includes 14 million who streamed coverage on its digital platforms and on CNN Max.

    The network also noted that 67 million people visited CNN.com over the course of Election Day.

    https://nypost.com/2024/11/12/media/cnn-boss-mark-thompson-to-lay-off- hundreds-after-election-day-ratings-wipeout-report/


    Maybe viewers didn't like this:

    https://www.reuters.com/world/us/cnn-getting-more-republicans-on-air-it-seeks-political-diversity-2023-05-18/

    CNN getting more Republicans on-air as it seeks political diversity

    And maybe they're tired of CNN sane-washing K00k Trump.
    --
    A Smith & Wesson beats four aces.
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  • From Joel@joelcrump@gmail.com to alt.transgendered,comp.os.linux.advocacy,rec.arts.tv,sac.politics,talk.politics.guns on Wed Nov 13 11:17:03 2024
    From Newsgroup: comp.os.linux.advocacy

    Chris Ahlstrom <OFeem1987@teleworm.us> wrote:

    Maybe [CNN's] viewers didn't like this:

    https://www.reuters.com/world/us/cnn-getting-more-republicans-on-air-it-seeks-political-diversity-2023-05-18/

    CNN getting more Republicans on-air as it seeks political diversity

    And maybe they're tired of CNN sane-washing K00k Trump.


    Why are we even worried, about cable news BS? If you want real TV
    news, PBS and BBC exist. The commercial networks, and cable news, are
    spew.
    --
    Joel W. Crump

    Amendment XIV
    Section 1.

    [...] No state shall make or enforce any law which shall
    abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the
    United States; nor shall any state deprive any person of
    life, liberty, or property, without due process of law;
    nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal
    protection of the laws.

    Dobbs rewrites this, it is invalid precedent. States are
    liable for denying needed abortions, e.g. TX.
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  • From max headroom@maximusheadroom@gmx.com to alt.transgendered,comp.os.linux.advocacy,rec.arts.tv,sac.politics,talk.politics.guns on Wed Nov 13 17:10:13 2024
    From Newsgroup: comp.os.linux.advocacy

    In news:55k9jj12qlgen4ummdre8k0a6lpv2i9puc@4ax.com, Joel <joelcrump@gmail.com> typed:

    Chris Ahlstrom <OFeem1987@teleworm.us> wrote:

    Maybe [CNN's] viewers didn't like this:

    https://www.reuters.com/world/us/cnn-getting-more-republicans-on-air-it-seeks-political-diversity-2023-05-18/

    CNN getting more Republicans on-air as it seeks political diversity

    And maybe they're tired of CNN sane-washing K00k Trump.

    Why are we even worried, about cable news BS? If you want real TV
    news, PBS and BBC exist. The commercial networks, and cable news, are
    spew.

    PBS and BBC exist because of tax dollars.


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  • From Joel@joelcrump@gmail.com to alt.transgendered,comp.os.linux.advocacy,rec.arts.tv,sac.politics,talk.politics.guns on Thu Nov 14 10:47:48 2024
    From Newsgroup: comp.os.linux.advocacy

    "max headroom" <maximusheadroom@gmx.com> wrote:

    Why are we even worried, about cable news BS? If you want real TV
    news, PBS and BBC exist. The commercial networks, and cable news, are
    spew.

    PBS and BBC exist because of tax dollars.


    I contribute, actually, it gives me unlimited streaming of their
    shows. Much more worthwhile, than Netflix or cable.
    --
    Joel W. Crump

    Amendment XIV
    Section 1.

    [...] No state shall make or enforce any law which shall
    abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the
    United States; nor shall any state deprive any person of
    life, liberty, or property, without due process of law;
    nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal
    protection of the laws.

    Dobbs rewrites this, it is invalid precedent. States are
    liable for denying needed abortions, e.g. TX.
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  • From max headroom@maximusheadroom@gmx.com to alt.transgendered,comp.os.linux.advocacy,rec.arts.tv,sac.politics,talk.politics.guns on Thu Nov 14 07:57:54 2024
    From Newsgroup: comp.os.linux.advocacy

    In news:nr6cjj9ee1jihh3i3iin7roupqjfp3ts9o@4ax.com, Joel <joelcrump@gmail.com> typed:

    "max headroom" <maximusheadroom@gmx.com> wrote:

    Why are we even worried, about cable news BS? If you want real TV
    news, PBS and BBC exist. The commercial networks, and cable news, are
    spew.

    PBS and BBC exist because of tax dollars.

    I contribute, actually, it gives me unlimited streaming of their
    shows. Much more worthwhile, than Netflix or cable.

    Drink your Kool-Aid.


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  • From Joel@joelcrump@gmail.com to alt.transgendered,comp.os.linux.advocacy,rec.arts.tv,sac.politics,talk.politics.guns on Thu Nov 14 11:05:39 2024
    From Newsgroup: comp.os.linux.advocacy

    "max headroom" <maximusheadroom@gmx.com> wrote:

    X-Newsreader: Microsoft Outlook Express 6.00.2900.5931

    In news:nr6cjj9ee1jihh3i3iin7roupqjfp3ts9o@4ax.com, Joel <joelcrump@gmail.com>
    typed:
    "max headroom" <maximusheadroom@gmx.com> wrote:

    Why are we even worried, about cable news BS? If you want real TV
    news, PBS and BBC exist. The commercial networks, and cable news, are >>>> spew.

    PBS and BBC exist because of tax dollars.

    I contribute, actually, it gives me unlimited streaming of their
    shows. Much more worthwhile, than Netflix or cable.

    Drink your Kool-Aid.


    Unlike the commercial TV bullshit? Heh. And you're running Windows
    XP. You're a fucking idiot.
    --
    Joel W. Crump

    Amendment XIV
    Section 1.

    [...] No state shall make or enforce any law which shall
    abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the
    United States; nor shall any state deprive any person of
    life, liberty, or property, without due process of law;
    nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal
    protection of the laws.

    Dobbs rewrites this, it is invalid precedent. States are
    liable for denying needed abortions, e.g. TX.
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  • From Citizen Winston Smith@sss@example.de to alt.transgendered,comp.os.linux.advocacy,rec.arts.tv,sac.politics,talk.politics.guns on Thu Nov 14 11:27:07 2024
    From Newsgroup: comp.os.linux.advocacy

    On 11/13/2024 9:04 AM, Chris Ahlstrom wrote:
    Maybe viewers didn't like this:
    STFU, Rudence!


    You are a rampant public death threat maker and Suckramento dwarf named Jonathan D Ball.

    FOAD, you traitor to America~!

    Governor Swill /Rudy Canoza/Lou Bricano/J Carlson/Michael A
    Terrell/Chris Ahlstrom/D.Ray/Henry Bodkin/Al Feldhauser
    Susan Cohen and a dozen other forged socks of living and dead posters wrote:

    Multiple death threats against Trump: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Path: eternal-september.org!news.eternal-september.org!feeder3.eternal-september.org!border-1.nntp.ord.giganews.com!border-2.nntp.ord.giganews.com!nntp.giganews.com!news-out.netnews.com!netnews.com!s1-4.netnews.com!peer01.iad!feed-me.highwinds-media.com!news.highwinds-media.com!fx10.iad.POSTED!not-for-mail
    From: Governor Swill <governor.swill@gmail.com>
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    Oh poor me I got shot at ...

    Swill ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


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    Cheer up, maybe someone else will try.

    Swill

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    No. I am a patriotic American who wants the country and its people to
    thrive. Getting rid of Trump permanently
    is an important step to getting there.

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    That constitutes a DEATH THREAT against a former President, Rudey:


    https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/871
    18 U.S. Code § 871 - Threats against President and successors to the Presidency
    U.S. Code
    Notes
    prev | next
    (a)Whoever knowingly and willfully deposits for conveyance in the mail
    or for a delivery from any post office or by any letter carrier any
    letter, paper, writing, print, missive, or document containing any
    threat to take the life of, to kidnap, or to inflict bodily harm upon
    the President of the United States, the President-elect, the Vice
    President or other officer next in the order of succession to the office
    of President of the United States, or the Vice President-elect, or
    knowingly and willfully otherwise makes any such threat against the
    President, President-elect, Vice President or other officer next in the
    order of succession to the office of President, or Vice President-elect,
    shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than five years,
    or both.
    (b)The terms “President-elect” and “Vice President-elect” as used in this section shall mean such persons as are the apparent successful
    candidates for the offices of President and Vice President,
    respectively, as ascertained from the results of the general elections
    held to determine the electors of President and Vice President in
    accordance with title 3, United States Code, sections 1 and 2. The
    phrase “other officer next in the order of succession to the office of President” as used in this section shall mean the person next in the
    order of succession to act as President in accordance with title 3,
    United States Code, sections 19 and 20.
    (June 25, 1948, ch. 645, 62 Stat. 740; June 1, 1955, ch. 115, § 1, 69
    Stat. 80; Pub. L. 87–829, § 1, Oct. 15, 1962, 76 Stat. 956; Pub. L. 97–297, § 2, Oct. 12, 1982, 96 Stat. 1318; Pub. L. 103–322, title XXXIII, § 330016(1)(H), Sept. 13, 1994, 108 Stat. 2147.)

    9-65.200 - Threats Against the President and Successors to the
    Presidency; Threats Against Former Presidents; and Certain Other Secret Service Protectees
    The Counterterrorism Section of the National Security Division has
    supervisory authority over 18 U.S.C. §§ 871 and 879 cases. As great
    caution must be taken in matters relating to the security of the persons protected by 18 U.S.C. § 871, United States Attorneys are encouraged to consult with the Counterterrorism Section (CTS) of the National Security Division when they have doubts on the prosecutive merit of a case. For
    the same reason, dismissal of complaints under 18 U.S.C. § 871, when the defendant is in custody under the Mental Incompetency Statutes (18
    U.S.C. §§ 4244, 4246), requires approval from CTS. In other cases,
    United States Attorneys must consult prior to dismissing a count
    involving, or entering into any sentence commitment or other case
    settlement involving a § 871 charge.


    https://www.secretservice.gov/newsroom/releases/2024/01/phoenix-man-arrested-making-online-death-threats-against-president-and

    PHOENIX –David Michael Hanson, 41, of Phoenix, was arrested on Wednesday
    for making online threats against the President and Vice-President.
    Hanson was charged by Federal criminal complaint on Tuesday with five
    counts of Threats Against the President and Successors to the Presidency
    and five counts of Interstate Communication of Threats.

    The complaint alleges that in November and December of 2023, while
    living in Arizona, Hanson used a social media platform to post threats
    to murder the President and Vice President of the United States. On
    November 19, 2023, Hanson posted online a series of threatening
    statements including one that stated, “#joeAndKamala I’m asking you to resign on Monday your alternative is death brutally murdered.” After the U.S. Secret Service spoke to Hanson and warned him that it was a Federal
    crime to post such threats, on December 23, 2023, Hanson posted another
    series of similar threats aimed at the President and Vice-President.

    Each count of Threats Against the President and Successors to the
    Presidency carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison, a fine of
    up to $250,000, and up to three years of supervised release. Each count
    of Interstate Communication of Threats carries a maximum sentence of
    five years in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, and up to three years of supervised release.

    A complaint is simply a method by which a person is charged with
    criminal activity and raises no inference of guilt. An individual is
    presumed innocent until evidence is presented to a jury that establishes
    guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

    The United States Secret Service is conducting the investigation in this
    case. The United States Attorney’s Office, District of Arizona, is
    handling the prosecution.


    Those can be reported here:

    https://tips.fbi.gov/home

    https://www.justice.gov/action-center/report-crime-or-submit-complaint

    https://www.secretservice.gov/contact

    https://www.dhs.gov/see-something-say-something/reporting/california


    Fellow citizens, won't you join in ending Rudey's terrorism here?

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  • From Batz@wbatzzz0o3@gmail.com to alt.transgendered,comp.os.linux.advocacy,rec.arts.tv,sac.politics,talk.politics.guns on Thu Nov 14 18:16:25 2024
    From Newsgroup: comp.os.linux.advocacy

    In article <nr6cjj9ee1jihh3i3iin7roupqjfp3ts9o@4ax.com>,
    joelcrump@gmail.com says...

    "max headroom" <maximusheadroom@gmx.com> wrote:

    Why are we even worried, about cable news BS? If you want real TV
    news, PBS and BBC exist. The commercial networks, and cable news, are
    spew.

    PBS and BBC exist because of tax dollars.


    I contribute, actually, it gives me unlimited streaming of their
    shows. Much more worthwhile, than Netflix or cable.

    You pay for PBS-NPR?
    You must be a fool.
    Trump is going to revoke their government funding as he
    should because it's nothing more than a septic tank of
    left wing propaganda.
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