(CNN) — The Rev. Jesse Jackson issued an apology to Barack Obama Wednesday for making what he called a "crude and hurtful" remark about the Illinois senator's recent comments directed toward some members of the black community.
According to Jackson, a Fox News microphone picked up comments he meant to deliver privately that seemed to disparage the presumptive Democratic nominee for appearing to lecture the black community on morality.
Jackson, who has endorsed Obama, didn't elaborate on the context of his remarks, except to say he was trying to explain that Obama was hurting his relationship with black voters by recently conducting "moral" lectures at African-American churches.
Watch: Jackson apologizes to Obama
Jackson's apology came a few hours before Fox News planned to air the remarks.
Speaking to CNN Wednesday, Jackson said he feels "very distressed" over the comments.
"This is a sound bite in a broader conversation about urban policy and racial disparities. I feel very distressed because I'm supportive of this campaign and with the senator, what he has done and is doing," he said. "I said he comes down as speaking down to black people. The moral message must be a much broader message. What we need really is racial justice and urban policy and jobs and health care. That's a range of issues on the menu.
"Then I said something I regret was crude. It was very private. And very much a sound bite," he also said.
In a statement issued earlier Wednesday to CNN, Jackson said, "For any harm or hurt that this hot mic private conversation may have caused, I apologize. My support for Senator Obama’s campaign is wide, deep and unequivocal. I cherish this redemptive and historical moment."
Over the course of the campaign season, Obama has at times directed criticism directly to the black community, most sharply in a Chicago speech on Father's Day that criticized some men for failing in their duties as parents.
"They have abandoned their responsibilities, acting like boys instead of men. And the foundations of our families are weaker because of it," Obama said then.
"You and I know how true this is in the African-American community. We know that more than half of all black children live in single-parent households, a number that has doubled — doubled — since we were children. We know the statistics: that children who grow up without a father are five times more likely to live in poverty and commit crime, nine times more likely to drop out of schools and twenty times more likely to end up in prison," he also said.
The Obama campaign had no immediate comment.
From CNN Politics
© 2011 Cable News Network. Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
| Advertising practices | Advertise with us | About us | Contact us | Work for us | Help
Another reverend helps out Barak! Deja vu all over again...
Doesn't seem like a big issue to me.
FOX is the lowest of the low. Nothing professional on that news station...
Wow.. has anyone ever heard this man apologize for anything before? Barack.. I'm impressed
Even Jesse Jackson don't like Obama.
YIKES....now we are apologizing for criticizing???
Jesse Jackson has NOTHING to apologize for. Obama is just a man, he is not a God.
or should i just say, "Fox Noise"
Jesse Jackson was a closet Hillary supporter.
This only helps Obama.... thank you Rev. Jackson for opening that big mouth of yours.
Can't wait ti see how the Obama loving media will try to not cover this or cover it up. The truth is out!
Soryy Mr. Jackson, but you can't unring a bell. You may not have wanted us to hear your comments, but you still made them.
Comments made in private are usually a better reflection of your real opinions than your public pandering.
Obama has known his daughters since birth. Jackson didn't know of his illegitimate daughter for a long while. I don't want to hear about morals from Jackson or McCain, both who cheated on their wives.
As a black man I'd rather hear from Obama than Jesse.
Jackson should be holding up this Columbia/ Harvard grad, with a beautiful wife, two adorable daughters, and an unselfish, serve the public attitude as THE EXAMPLE for African American Men in the Chicago area.
No crabs in the barrel ... or the rest of us will stomp on the pulling crab!
Well...Jesse....mmmm...dude I understand your point but Obama is right. Black folks, including the one writing this, can't blame everything on "the collective moral responsibility of government and the public policy which would be a corrective action for the lack of good choices that often led to their irresponsibility" because to do so is a cop out.
It would be best if Jesse kept his comments and observations, private or otherwise, to himself at this point. It is a new day. And it will be a better day for everyone.
So a ticker for this, but not one for McCain's "killing Iranians" joke yestarday. The media is becoming disgusting.
So liberals, where are all your 'he's a racist' comments?
a very good statement issued by Jessie jackson!
Jesse Jackson: What on earth is wrong with him?
Cue the racist comments..... IN..... 3...2....1.....
Is anyone really surprised with anything that comes out of the mouths of those circus clowns, Jackson or Sharpton.
Neither wants Obama to become president for one reason and that reason is:
They could NO LONGER blame the white man for keeping the black man down. The "so-called" careers of the Rev.'s Sharpton, Jackson, Wright, etc.etc. hvae been made blamiing the white man for everything that is wrong in the black community.
If Obama, even though he is BI-RACIAL, is elected to the highest office in America, their weak, ridiculous, whiny excuses goe right out the window and that will be the end of them.
VOTE OBAMA!
Jesse Jackson has been in the spotlight for way too long, and seems like he has nothing to offer except be in the news by creating controversy, and then apologizing. The news should ignore him as he continues to become insignificant in the national spotlight as each day goes by.
I firmly believe Jesse Jackson is the root of all race problems in the US!
Haha...even the Reverend Jesse Jackson is against him.
Just get the vote out where you have influence Jesse.
How about a real apology ?
Not this ""For any harm or hurt that this hot mic private conversation MAY have caused, I apologize,"
Jessie, even if you thought you were off mike, it still was wrong to talk about Obama behind his back, if you are a so called supporter.
No black person owes ANY apology to Obama. Jesse Jackson was at least part of the Civil Rights movement. Obama? He doesn't even have American slaves in his ancestry! All he ever did was exploit the white guilt, play the race card, and pretend to be the victim.
It's disgusting!
Mr. Jackson! DON'T apologize to this pretentious exploiter!
Jesse Jackson only wants publicity.
Obama's statement about the black male during his Father's Day speech was true. Too many of ous sons, brothers, are fathering children and not being responsible. Where is the stand for morality; marrying some man's daugther instead of dropping it like it's hot! Many of these young men have nice cars, fancy clothes, and living in their parents homes. Like a very well know music artist said "moma's talking about "that's my baby"; yes; making babies in your house!
From the man who brought you "Hymie-town'
That's too funny.
Jesse Jackson, It is over for him, and no one will listen to him.
Jesse, we have all made comments about Obama and will continue to with his farce and Obamabot following.
Three goes FOX News again trying to drum up a story. These guys are worse than pathetic.
*yawn*
It's all about race, right?
I realize racism isn't completely dead in this country, but give it a break. So tired of hearing about it. The only way it's going to die is if leaders, teachers, parents, *ahem* and news networks stop fanning the fire!
Welcome back Ted.
Go to Georgia and register voters Jesse that's how you can help instead of hurt.
Why is it that when someone like imus says something people di-sect it. We dont even know what jackson said because it is being thrown under the rug.. we should be able to know what he said, and he should have to face the consecquences just like everyone else.
Jesse Jackson = epic fail
Why am I not surprised. A Fox News microphone picked it up.
this could only be good for Obama. But still voting for Barr.
Is the Obama campaign and his surrogates going to accuse Jesse Jackson of racism? I doubt it.
"According to Jackson, a Fox News microphone picked up comments....."
ha ha ha.... evil catches evil.... or an idiot catches an idiot!!! LOL!!!
"My appeal was for the moral content of his message to not only deal with the personal and moral responsibility of black males...."
This coming from a man who had a child with his mistress.
Give me a friggin' break. Obama is a saint compared to this man.
He needs to follow his own advice.
As an African American this is very upsetting. The only thing he is sorry about is that he got caught. Why is he even still around? Hows your illegitimate child?
Well ... what did he say?
Why post an apology without noting what he apologized for?
its all right Jesse we dont have to agree with Pres. Obama on everything to know he is the best man for the white House.
Jesse, know your place and be comfortable in it. Don't do more harm than good. Not only should your support be unequivocal, but so should your words.
Well what did Jackson say? Stop trying so hard to protect Obama and report the news!
The democratic nominee, Mr. Obama will set the policy and his speach on Father's day was dead on target.
Back up off him Jesse.
A positive point for Barack Obama – miffing Jesse Jackson.
What eaxctly did Mr. Jackson say?
Not an issue. You are trying to make it one. LET IT GO...There has to be something better to report. If not start doing like every other company and lay some of the workers off who write these stupid articles.
Jesse probably will vote for McCain behind the booth.
Why isn't CNN publishing what Jackson said about Obama?
If it were a white person making a negative comment, you would quote it in the press over and over. But,. oh no, it was said by a black person. So you don't print what was said. No where do I read what he actually said. A very continuing sad double standard. Tell us what he said!!
How could Mr. Adultery Jessie Jackson have any remarks about anybody. He need to clean his own house before he remark on somebody house... This is all the medial need to hear, they will spin this like eggs boiling in hot water....
Jealousy...Pure Jealousy!!!!!
Obama Keep Your head up...
Methinks someone is jealous of another's success. Now, Jackson looks petty and immature.
Jessie Jackson is known for putting his foot in his mouth. Remember when he made the infamous "Hymietown" remark when he ran for president in 1984? Mr. Jackson really needs to sit down.
I don't see a problem with telling dead beat dads to step up. He should be Thanked!
Fox news people are such piece's of crap, they are worse than the paparazzi, god i hope their ratings plumet.
Typical. Afterall, I am sure Jesse is jealous after all of his failed attempts at a party nomination. Also, why should a group be responsible for themselves when welfare and crutches from people like Jesse and Uncle Al exist?
Thank you Obama for holding people accountable!
The truth hurts.
WELL WHAT DID HE SAY???
Barack was right about his comments. It was "tough love." Fathers need to step up and take responsibility. Jesse should have been preaching this SAME message.
If only Obama had a different stand on abortion he would be an excellent candidate.
Jesse, please chill.
Everything that Obama said is true! Why didn't Jesse say it a long time ago? Or is he upset that he didn't say it first? I don't know, but this is the second time Jesse got caught saying something that he thought no one would hear?
Can't we keep this conversation in the family? I agree that there are challenges in the African-American community that are unparalleled in other communities. The solutions need to rise out of the community and not necessarily from the government.
I don't believe it! Jesse Jackson apologizes for something! Is this a sign of the apocalypse?!
Someone needs to lecture Obama.
Does it really matter? They both are totally unqualified to be President of this great Country.
Leave it to Jackson to call Obama's success a "redemptive" moment.
He just can't let it go. As long as there are people like him around, rascism will live on. Obama is going out of his way to keep race out of this. I commend him for that.
Obama 08
Hmmm...listening to the big deal CNN is making of this, makes me put CNN's professionalism in question, too ...
An apology. Hmm. Maybe he should clue Al Sharpton in on how those things work.
It's spiraling out of control very quickly for Obama. FISA pressure, Iraq and gun control comments and now this. I suspect the left thinks they got themselves a trojan horse on their hands. As an independent this is fun to watch. Let's see what McCain does.
Maybe Obama's comments would have been helpful to the "reverend" Jackson some years ago..................
It's getting pretty bad when we have to apologize for everything–every day there is something either Obama is apologizing for or someone is apologizing to him Geesh
So what did he say? Is it a big secret or what?
Man, with FRIENDS like some of these "Preachers" who needs enemies?
So Nevada, I see your a political junckie. Yup you can repeate baseless accusations about FOX. Did you hurt yourself?
Jesse has no business talking about morality since he became a baby-daddy. Anyone who listens to that moron is not the crispest chip in the bag.
Speaking as a 40 year old African American woman, I must say that Jackson is a self centered, self serving jerk. HE DOES NOT SPEAK FOR AFRICAN AMERICANS. Who cares what he said - he is a total loser who cheats on his wife! Maybe HE should listen to the words that Barack said!! I think what Barack said was right on point and in my opinion Jesse Jackson is what's wrong with the voice the media decides to portray in our race.
YOU GO BARACK!!!
OBAMA MAMA '08
me thinks he might be revealing a little jealousy. The Rev. Jesse Jackson has considered himself "THE" leader in the Black community.
He might think that Senator Obama may be upstaging him a little.
Time to take a time-out Rev. Jackson. Breathe deeply. INHALE AND EXHALE. You will be fine.
DEMOCRATS UNITE!!!
Well what do ya expect...anyone who turns their back toward a church they went to for twenty years, disses his the former reverend who married him and baptized his two daughters, I would probably say the same thing that Jackson did. BRAVO!!!
I agree this isn't a big issue, but if it had happened to anyone else, Rev. Jackson would be all over it calling for their heads. He should remember this the next time he is calling for someone's resignation and realize people make mistakes.
Hmmm ... it doesn't surprise me that FOX does "stupid news"!!!!! Moving on!!!!
Obama 08!!!!
Well, Hello!I It is about time that someone called these absent, negligent fathers to a higher calling. I say bully for Obama!!!! Of course Obama (and I) realize there are many, many black fathers who are fulfilling their Dad roles in exemplary ways. There are far too many, however, who neglect their children, and it is hurting them, and society as a whole.
FoxNews, what a joke. Equal to nothing more than tabloid journalism!
Biased, conservative, extremely right-wing, inaccurate reporting!
It's like watching a reality tv show. Not worth taking seriously!
All I wanna say is not easy being White-Mexican or as they like to say it now, "Mexican-American", LOL!!! I mean, you gotta love this country! LOL!!!
Are you kidding me!
JESSE JACKSON FEELS SLIGHTED BECAUSE HE SLEPT AROUND ON HIS OWN WIFE AND BORE A CHILD OUT OF WEDLOCK.
HE CERTAINLY HAS LITTLE ROOM TO JUDGE A MAN WHO HAS BEEN FAITHFUL TO HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN...
GO AWAY JESSE! NO ON CARES WHAT YOU HAVE TO SAY ANYMORE!
DEAR GOD!
Maybe Obama should find some new ministers to hang out with. I am sure John McCain can give him some pointers. After all, he is the better candidate.
I don't think Rev. Jackson ment any harm by his remarks, but I'm sure the media will try to use it as a wedge issue between Barack and Jessie.
Maybe CNN could shed a small bit of light on what it was Jackson actually said.
Yeah! Fox made Jesse Jackson put his foot in his mouth! Not like he has a long history of doing that without help....
Oops! Jesse's going to get his friend, Barack, back into line. We wouldn't want BO to lose any credibility with his fellow church members by suggesting that they shape up.
Jesse's worried that Barack is in danger of breaking the code of silence on owning up to any negative actions or view on the part of his own.
Don't worry, Jesse, we're not buying what Barack has to sell. He can ditch all the ministers he wants, including you, and we'll all know it's just an act until he gets elected.
Look forward to seeing you and Rev Wright on the podium in front of the Capitol for the inauguration. Why not bring the choir and the whole congregation? While you're at it, invite Father Pflegler.
Come on Down!!!
FOX is the lowest of the low for accidentally catching a comment on a mic? You liberals would love to squash anything – radio, books, articles..etc. that show you for who you really are.
Imagine if it was any other politician who was criticizing black families. Obama supporters would be all over it, screaming 'racist.' But I guess it's ok only for Obama to say all these things...
Now why doesn't Jesse Jackson go apologize to those Duke University lacrosse players that he slandered. Oh wait, they aren't black – no chance of that. He's nothing but a reverse racist, time and time again.
What exactly did Jesse Jackson say?!
how is this fox's fault, they didn't say it Jesse did. Don't say something if you aren't willing to stand behind it.
Come'on Jesse. Don't blow it.
...but – the most important part – WHAT DID THE REV. SAY? All this backpedalling reported, but nothing on what was actually said! This is indeed CNN, the home of "good reporting," is it not?
It appears to me that Obama has a right to lecture the black community. He did have a father that abandoned him and his mother when he was a child. Maybe this lecturing is of a more personal note. I'm sure Jesse Jackson has lecture some on issues that are dear to him as well...
What ever happened to free speech? Does anyone have the right to have an opinion anymore?
And WHAT, exactly, did Jackson say? Not being a viewer of FauxNews, I hadn't heard about this flap. Can't find anything by a Google search using the terms "Jesse Jackson" + Obama + Fox, which seems a bit odd.
Hey Mark,
It's BARACK. Idiot. The government should take your right to vote for that. FOX is a DIRTY, newsource that has had a vendetta out on Jesse Jackson since he was like five.
NEVER SUPPORT FOX.
OBAMA '08... Keep The FAITH...
It was not Fox's words! The tongue bespeaks the heart. Jackson is really one to be talking about morality anyway...
Barack's comments were meant to stimulate debate. This actually helps keep his message about responsibility in circulation for those who need to hear it.
I dont see anything wrong in BO's remark on Fathers Day. not just afro-americans but that applies to all boys who shy from responsibility.
oh what, finally being on the apologizing end instead of crying about everything and all the "injustices" of life with his pal al sharpton? haha, jesse, admit it, your just like everybody else, not above everything, and you say stupid things all the time
Fox Nooz – what a surprise.
As someone who once respected Jesse Jackson, I have to say IT'S TIME TO SHUT UP, JESSE. You and Al Sharpton bring down the title of "Reverend." GO AWAY.
I was wondering when someone besides Bill Cosby would speak out with common sense on this topic. I was impressed by the candidate's words. Leave it to Jesse J. to be offended by Barack's straight talk.
Oh Please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Say something that matters.
My God. At this day and age and we have a demogouge preaching that it is not a person's fault in being irresponsible. People who want a Republic are against such a "leveling spirit". People who want socialism want such excuses. Grow up, Rev. Jackson. The hot microphone only exposed you for what you probably say in private anyhow.
I do believe Jackson was wrong in the statements he made about obama. I believe he is doing a good job in his endeavors to become president. I believe Jackson needs to close his mouth, because he seems to criticize everyone for their actions. But his actions are far more trifling than those of the ones he places criticism to. It seems lately jackson has been apologizing more and more often, because he says things he supposedly does not mean, kand then he gives the excuse he does not recall saying thses things. Just like the Jena 6 issue, he found his self apologizing to obama, due to the magnitude of his mouth. It shouldn't matter about race, it should matter what the elected officials are trying to do for the people.
And oh by the way -
DID ANYONE SEE THE ENTHUSIASTIC RESPONSE THAT BARACK GOT FROM THE AFRICAN AMERCIAN COMMUNITY? JESSE IS IN A BOAT ALL BY HIMSELF!!! WHAT AN OPPORTUNISTIC JERK!!!
I've suspected for quite some time that the silence of Jackson and Sharpton in regards to Obama was because they knew an Obama win would signal the end of their fevered hold on the Black community. They hate the fact that he's gotten where he is today through good old fashioned hard work and personal sacrifice. Go 'Bama, GO!
FOX is very unprofessional and non discrete.
WHAT DID HE SAY?...JUST CURIOUS
Sounds like FOX is – once again – the only network exposing the truth about Obama.
Would you expect any less from FAUX news?
Why doesn't Jackson stay in his church (if he has one), and keep his mouth and nose out of politics?
There is supposed to be a definite line between church and state in this country, it's for a reason, and people like Jackson are the reason. If he has a church, and he insists on getting into politics with his big mouth, his church should be a fFOR-profit enterprise, and he should be taxed on all income.
TrainChaser
Oh please, Rev. Jackson is the lowest of the low. Tell him to get a real job.
So what did he say? that is so bad that CNN cant play it??
Jesse just because you don't give the black community credit for being intelligent doesn't mean Barack has to. The truth hurts, and Barack told the truth. I didn't hear you jump on Bill Cosby when he made similar remarks.
What has Fox have to do with what jese jackon said. Blaming the messenger is idiotic.
No one should ever have to apologize for comments they have made nor should we accept such apologies. Jackson is just trying to save face for speaking his mind, knowing that his comments won't be viewed favorably. Go ahead, Jesse. Tell us how you really feel. It would be nice if more people were honest and spoke their true feelings instead of pretending to stand behind someone or something just for the sake of party unity or because they don't want to go against popular opinion.
Jackson is a racist. He would never apologize to a another race if they said the same as NOBAMA.
This is all about race if not, Jackson would not have apologized.
This has nothing to do with Fox News! The story is being broken on CNN! Nothing like playing the usual blame game.
And the Clinton News Network is any better, Nevada?
It's pick your posion with major news media.
Cannot wait to hear what Jackson said.
Jackson insulting Obama can only help Obama with white voters anyway. It makes Obama look more moderate.
Obama has more support now from Americans than Jesse even did. Methinks he's a bit jealous.
I do wish we had the old Jesse, the one who marched with MLK. instead, we have a shakedown artist.
And shame on him for delivering it right to the doorstep of the anti-minority machine, Fox.
Yes We CAN! And we Will in November!
Jesse Jackson use to preach morality until his own personal morality was revealed. Poor Jesse anything for attention.
Jesse and his pal Al should just shut up, why does the media even give them the time of day.
So a ticker about this but not one about McCain's "killing Iranians" joke? The media is a joke.
FOX news is the lowest of the low like "Nevada" stated. I am never surprised when the do something stupid. I would never give them my rating by tuning in to their station. I get pissed off when I accidentally turn to the channel. They'll do anything and everything to get more exposure.
Aren't we entitled to at least know what exactly Jesse Jackson said, CNN?
I'm sure if it was Obama's opposition that said it, CNN would have a special on it tonight and would be looping the tape over and over.
What is with the double-standard, CNN?
So the black caucus got to Jesse too? Nevada, Fox is a fair and balanced news station–one of the few.
The media is nobodies friend and it does not take a rocket scienistist to know that you don't open your mouth and say anything that you will regert around the media or anywhere in the vacinity of the media.
Blah-Blah-Blah--all a bunch of garbage. Who cares what Jessie Jackson or Obama says or thinks!!!!!!!
You blame Fox for Jesse's comments? Why not throw George W in there for blame while you're at it?
None issue... let move on
FOX is the lowest of the low? You mean b/c it's the only conservative news station out there? To liberals, it's the lowest of the low, just like Clinton News Network is to conservatives
Wait, so it's Fox News' fault that Jesse Jackson made negative remarks about the golden boy? The guy is a race baiter, plain and simple. Jesse Jackson is a disgrace to the civil rights leaders before him.
I was wondering when he would open his mouth, but to say it to fox is the lowest of low. Why do people expect Obama to solve problems that they have failed to solve over the decades.
African Americans we have problems that need us- our families and churches to address not a single politician. Jesse go back to church
and stay there is you do not have anything good to say.
GO OBAMA GO!
Cool so we need to over look what he said because it was the fault of that evil Fox News microphone.
Had it been a CNN microphone any and all of his disparaging commits would have been bleeped out.
The fact is Jackson is upset that Obama has gotten farther in this race then he ever did. And Obama speaking out about black men running from their responsibilities is based on facts. This might be the only time most people would agree with Obama.
Another "insert foot in mouth" comment by Jackson......
Blaming Fox – that is the height of stupidity!! Jackson made a statement in public, Fox picked it up and they are the lowest of the low? You libs will never blame anything on your own kind.
If you back leaders don't stop with this race race race stuff, you are going to help Obama alright! You are going to help send him down to defeat! He can win, and should win! You can help him by shutting up and let us elect him.
Yeah Nevada ... blame Fox ... not Jackson. Typical Lib!!
As a forty year old African American, Jesse Jackson stopped speaking for me years ago. Maybe he should have listened to a speech on morals when cheated on his wife and had an illegitimate child. Barack please keep speaking truth to our community. Someone needs to say it.
I guess now even Jesse Jackson will have to go kiss up to Al Sharpton for disrespecting the black community.
I don't see this as a big deal. What Sen Obama said was true and the only way we can change this generational problem is to address it...in and out of the public. We need (and I applaud) strong Black Men for standing up and speaking out...not just Sen Obama, but Bill Cosby has been doing the same across the nation. I REFUSE to be offended because some of our men are ashamed and don't want to be challenged to change.
BTW – I'm a 45 YR OLD Black Female for OBAMA '08-12
Well..... what did he say?!
Hey Nevada, a Fox News mic happened to catch the comments. They have every right to make this known. Just because CNN has their lips all over NObama doesn't mean everyone else has to. Jesse Jackson and the likes can't shut up.
It's about time Jesse Jackson was called on his remarks!!!!!
You have got to be kidding me. It is Fox's fault for catching Jesse saying what he thinks? How hypocritical are you liberal socialists?
I commend Obama for addressing the issue instead of blaming the government or coddling the community as Rev. Jackson does.
Why blame Fox? Perhaps Jesse needs to tame his tongue.
I hope this doesn't blow up into something big, because it's not
Jesse Jackson opened his mouth and inserted his own foot, and he is the only ONE to blame...
Well be careful about what you say.
What is this election all about? Is it Obama and his personal issues or electing a president for our country...all that seems to come out of the Obama camp is controversy...no solid answers about anything. Where are we going here? Rev Wright, Rev Jackson....whose next? Certainly doesn't seem to be the american public. Bad news if he becomes our president.
Jesse Jackson is a hypocrite, a liar, a smear merchant, a user, and the lowest of the low. How anyone pays any attention to the useless garbage that comes out of his mouth is beyond me. He makes ambulance chasers look good in comparison.
HAHAHA!!! I think this is hysterical! Division within the "ranks!" Seriously. We need a "real" candidate. I can't vote for either Obama or McCain, although I think McCain would do a heck of a lot more to protect us. Look at their responses to Iran's actions today.
you know that despite all the rhetoric obama is the black candidate with extreme liberal support ... there really is no substance to him
OBAMA IS ONLY SPEAKING THE TRUTH. SO WHAT IS WRONG WITH THAT. AT LEAST HE IS BEING HONEST. MORE THEN I CAN SAY ABOUT THAT OTHER PARTY WHO HAVE LIED, CHEATED, AND DESTROYED THIS COUNTRY BEYONG REPAIR..
Nevada, I see blame Jesse Jackson's comments on FOX? You're lowest of low.
Jesse Jackson is exactly correct. Imagine if a white nominee would have spoken that way to black males, his political carear would be over.
Clinton 2008
well that is one way to hurt him as becoming president
Gosh, i know "Nevada", shame on that darn Fox network for letting the truth get out on the democrates. There're just horrible.
Gotta love the left. Jesse Jackson makes the comment and idiots blame FOX because they caught it on tape. Why don't you blame the person who made the comment? Hypocrites.
That's okay, You apology I am sure has been accepted. Let's move on.
If Imus had made the same comments I'm sure the Rev would be asking for his job...what a hypocrite
I believe the Rev. Jackson is like so many that want the irresponsibilities of the black male to come across "sugar coated". As a victim of a father who didn't step of to his responsibility, I agree strongly with Senator Obama. Thank God that I'm successful in spite of an absent father.
He owes an appology to white people and needs to make a public apology tour just like Imus had to make. Jesse being a racist shouldn't surprise anyone though.
Ahh Yes, blame FOX for what Mr. Jackson said. Way to shirk responsiblity...again.
FOX is the worest news station. even due I'm McCain supporter I hate fox news
These people just can't keep their mouths shut. What kinda supporter are you? You know how the media reacts to such stories; yet you have the audacity to say something that is completely unfunded. The fact is, everything Obama said in those churches is true. And yes I'm black. Not everybody is gonna like the truth, but we should respect Obama for taking his chances and speaking up on these issues most black America faces.
Because Fox made the Rev make some comment that he should have kept to himself?
Geeze, the lengths people will go to...Blame the new for Jackson proving himself to be an imbecile.
Is Al Sharpton going to attack Jesse Jackson over this?
After Obama wins in November, Jesse will no longer have a role in the black community.
splitnation
Of course Rev. Jackson would disagree with Senator Obama's efforts to correct and help black men do better. Rev. Jackson does not have clean hands, so of course he takes it personally!
Jackson is an embaresment to the black community. He has done more to flame racial tensions than ten thousand white folk. He never has been able to keep his mouth shut. He is exactly who Obama is refering to in the black community that is moraly on the wrong side of the fence. The republicans can enjoy the fact that he will hurt Obama more than he will help him. Another example of Obama having a relationship and the support of a black religous man who can't keep his mouth shut becuase it is not connected to a brain!
All the "religious" folk should stay out of this election cycle. Look at what "faith" brought us the last 7 1/2 years.
the republicans are behind this,using mind control techniques garnered from chinese,to use a well-known black man to dis obama.we are so used to their sneaky tricks.snap out of it jesse,they hypnotized you!IT'S ALL A CONSPIRACY!
Furthermore....I fail to see the problem with Obama pointing out the obvious. The truth sometimes hurts.
Bill Cosby did the same thing.
Sadly, Rev. Jackson seems to have been co-opted by Karl Rove and his minions. Nothing else could explain why he himself would engage in these smears against Obama.
I want to ask CNN to monitor these boards. I have seen lots of attacks on Senator Obama, calling him a "flip flopper" and "inexperienced." This is veiled racism; one would never see a white candidate exposed to these kinds of comments. Stop with the double standards, people!
OBAMA '08
FOX and CNN - pure slime messengers. Where is the story on the McCain remark on killing Iranians with cigarettes? You do not have any integrity. You should be re-named - FAUX NEWS2. Barack Obama is going to be our next president no matter how your slime messengers try to stop him - Wolf Blitzer, Lou Dobbs, Campbell Brown, Glenn Beck and Anderson Cooper. Only like John Roberts. He is actually a journalist with some integrity. He has been the only one to ask John McCain any tough questions. Boycott CNN!!!!!
How does this have anything to do with Fox News except for the fact that it was their microphone? All this story shows is what all of America should already know about Jesse Jackson. I can't wait to hear the actual tape...Anyone who doesn't think this is a big deal for Jesse is kidding themselves. I think it should even help Obama, maybe he can show that he is above this kind of hate.
Ha – I love the way people think. Jackson says it and it's Fox News that has the problem. Go figure.
Both Jesse Jackson and Obama are fighting hard for the title of "Biggest Moron". In every speech that Obama gives- he throws out nothing but fluff and flip-flop views. He dances around answering any questions with a solid response by incorporating large words weaved into complicated sentences- all to distract the audience from his true ignorance. Jackson oozes hatred- he fuels the fire of racists and takes every opportunity to shame his race every time he comes in contact with a microphone.
much ado..we are hurting in our pockets
ANOTHER COMPLIMENT FOR OBAMA,
FIRST CARL ROVE, & NOW JACKSON.
Who says it was Fox (other than Jackson) and why does the media not report what he said (instead of paraphrasing for him)???? Obama would help himself and lots of people by doing a little moralizing!
Just makes Jesse Jackson look like he wants to deny the truth or make excuses for it. Nobody can deny the effects of history on the African American population, but there comes a time when people have to accept the past and decide NOW to make better choices for the future. The excuses don't solve anything. I think Mr. Obama is courageous to "tell it like it is" and ask men to stand up and choose to do right.
Didn't CNN accurately report the comments made by George W. Bush during the 200 presidential campaign? Comments that were meant to be private?
So why isn't CNN accurately quoting the verbatim comments made by the Rev. Jackson?
It's not a big issue. Obama is really trying to get through to the black community to to do better, more along the lines of what Dr. King wanted for them. Sharpton and Jackson are total opportunist. I don't see these men in the same league as Obama.
How in the world is Fox responsible for what Jessie Jackson says?
I would be upset if he was not telling the Truth, but lets be honest. He is telling the Truth. If we are to turn things around, fathers need to take responsibility for there children. Jackson should just shut up, before he speak s out of turn again. Remember Bill Cosby said the same thing, and I agree with him also. Stand up and be Fathers, and Men to the children you help bring into the world.
What did he say? Blitzer said it was so crude he couldn't play it on air.
Fox news is fair and balanced, some of the talk shows are opinionated but so are the liberal talk shows on almost every other network. It is ok when a liberal gives there opinion, but "unprofessional" when a conservative does. Liberal are suppose to be open minded and accepting; yet they are contradicting their beliefs with radical hate towards conservatives.
why does ANYONE pay any attention to what this hypocritical supposed reverend have to say about ANYTHING??? Him and Sharpton ought to get a room together and go into seclusion and spare all races of their existence. Both are certainly NOT a credit to their race.
The economy is sinking, we are losing two wars and a third war may be on the way, and our health care system is gasping.
Who care about this tit-for-tat political stuff? Stop hiding behind non news, CNN. Step up and do real reporting.
As an African american single mother owed $42, 000 in child support from her ex husband who does not praticipate in his children's lives, I applaud Obama for, as my kids say, keeping it real. The truth hurt sometimes. African Americans wanted to lynch Bill Cosby for calling our dirt on the carpet, and he was absolutely correct about everything he said. I heard people say you should not air your dirty laundry in public, but guess what...the public sees all our dirty drawers!!!! BRAVO SENATOR OBAMA!!!!! If Jesse had a problem with what Obama said, then as a Reverend, and a African American man, he should be ashamed! THE TRUTH SHALL SET YOU FREE!!!!!
ONE CAN'T HAVE AN OPINION UNLESS WE KNOW WHAT WAS SAID. WE HAVE MORE IMPORTANT THINGS TO BE CONCERNED ABOUT. JESSIE JACKSON APLOGISED SO LETS JUST LET IT GO.
Jesse Jackson is telling the truth. Barack is taking the Black vote for granted. He courts other races, but he criticizes black folks.
This just shows what Jesse Jackson is really like. Thanks to him and Al Sharpton, racism continues to plague our society.
What a circus clown. When Obama wins, perhaps their ludicrous, constant whining and complaining will finally be silenced for good.
No more of the Rev.'s, Jackson, Sharpton, Wright, etc. able to moan and blame the white man for everything. Hopefully no more marches, protests, sit-ins, etc. No longer will their weak excuses hold up. They will, at last, be exposed for the circus freaks they are.
rev. jackson....the truth hurts. tired of the excuses. obama is only asking people to take responsiblity for thenselves and stop blaming everyone and everthing but themselves. take responsibility for you r actions.
When Barack chastises African Americans, he is using the Sister Souljah tactic of Bill Clinton. Wonder when he will chastise the religious right when it comes to bigotry against gays and lesbians and people of other faiths. If Barack wishes to run as a President free from color bias, then he should put his money where his mouth is and chastise all bigotry from people of all races and ethnicities
Ol Jesse puts his foot in his mouth yet again. Why is this news, aren't we used to it by now? Big tent and all that?
If Jesse isn't going to preach morality and responsibility somebody has to.
Not a Jesse fan. He seems to make a living out of starting fires then putting them out.
Jesse Jackson has zero morality so he is not one to criticise Obama for reminding the black community of its responsiblities to their neighborhoods and their children.
What....Jesse Jackson is the only one allowed to "lecture the black community on morality"? I guess Jackson would have good insights into morality what with the baby he fathered while he was having an affair a few years back...
How is Fox the lowest of the low? They didn't put words in Jackson's mouth. It's about time the Reverend gets a taste of his own medicine – by twisting the words of others.
FOX News did this, big surprise there???? Taking someone’s comments out of context is nothing but poor journalism. And I guess that is what this network wants to be known for. I think they want the black community to not support Obama and they thought this was their gold mind. Well instead they look like idiots.
First they refer to Michelle Obama as Barack’s "baby mama", then it was the "terrorist fist bump" and now they try and portray Jesse Jackson a staple in the black community being against Obama.
If they don’t start reporting on the issues then I am going to start thinking they have a problem with a black president. Just the other day I was watching them and a lady was talking about Obama. In her reference to him she made sure to emphasize his middle name Hussein. That network is the lowest on the totem pole when it comes to journalism and if it wasn’t known before its out in the open now.
This could actually help Obama. I mean, if Jackson's cheesed at him, he can't be all bad, right?
you show up on FOX you take your chances.
Barack shouldn't be lecturing the black community. Just because he went to harvard doesn't mean he is better. That said, Obama is the best candidate. Sorry but I don't want eight more years of Bush policies so not going to vote for McBush not in a million years. Go Obama, but stop lecturing people.
Why are you blaming Fox? They did not make the comments. The Reverend Jackson made the comments and he is the one who gave the interview.
I am not a fan of Fox in particular nor the media in general, however I think in this case the blame in misplaced.
So, according to Rev. Jesse, it's ultimately government's fault that some black males commit crimes and have kids out of wedlock. I'll hazard a guess that, in his opinion, white people who do the same have only themselves to blame....
i get tired of everyone apologizing. People mean what they say and Jesse was making his comments for a reason. Why apologize for how you truly feel and why apologize for what may be a statement of personal belief just because the public overheard it? all this apologizing is driving me crazy.
I think Barak was saying all the right things to the African-Amarican community. About 70% of children born out of wedlock. And the list goes on.
The "reverand" was upset because he knows it is true and he himself has cheated on his wife.
Good job Fox News.
Hey lets blame this on Fox for having a working microphone and not Jesse for saying what he feels, but does not have the guts to do in public. Let me guess some crackpot thinks this is a RNC conspiracy.
We love you FOX ; keep up the good work!!! hoorah
Jessie Jackson is a backward moron. I wish he would just go to Hong Kong or some other far off place and we could never see his stupid face or his constant drone of absurdness.
Jesse Jackson has been in and around politics for many years. The presence of microphones is not something new. Incidents of these microphones picking up private conversations is not new. He should have known better. Period! This is not a big issue, nor is it something that should be repeated after today, but I do find it strange that Mr. Jackson allowed his private conversation to be conducted in the vicinity of microphones.
The day that Jesse Jackson or Al Sharpton apologize for making socially harmful remarks against a white man, will be the day that i start to give 2 cents about what the self appointed spokesmen for black-america have to say
"FOX is the lowest of the low" Oh my yes....can you imagine the reaction of the other networks if a McCain advisor would have said something similar?
As an 30-something African American, not only was Jesse Jackson off base with his remarks, he's just plain wrong!
He is completely out of touch with this generation and what we need and want to hear. I agree and was not offended by the comments Barack Obama made when addressing the community.
UNLIKE Jesse Jackson, Obama is relevant to the political landscape and the message NEEDED to come from Obama.
UNLIKE Jesse Jackson, Obama has CREDIBILITY when it comes to being a family man and a good father and husband.
Obama is NOT hurting his relationship with Black People who are responsible and would be voting this fall.
Jesse Jackson needs to ride off into the sunset.....
That's right Jesse. 70% of black children are born out of wedlock and it's the government's fault. Try taking some personal responsibility for once.
It seems the old political guards are loosing their tough – first Clinton now Jackson. I remember when I was younger my elders use to say "if they are talking about you then you must be doing something right". I guess Sen. Obama is doing a lot right when dems and repub. all have something to say about him.
Don't apologize Jesse. I'm tired of Obama pontificating. He is a politician, not second coming of christ.
Fox more than likely baited The Rev. Jesse Jackson knowing full well that they had an open microphone. They will do all they can to damage the Obama campaign.
So we blame FOX for the honorable reverends crude remarks?
I can't wait to hear what was said, I love it.
Obama got criticizing for conducting "moral" lectures at a church?... ok. Frankly, I don't remember the last time I went to Church and didn't get a moral lecture... or is that just a catholic thing?
Well the racist Jesse is called on the carpet.
Funny he apologizes to Barak but not to the white community?
As if being white bad he calls Barak acting like he is white.
why is FOX the lowest of the low for leaving on a mic or getting something damaging to Obama? Its already sad that none in America can say any thing negative about St.Obama without being called a racist. Well now maybe the shoe is on the other foot and black leaders aren't happy with one of their own. Jessie spoke his mind and you Liberals want it censored, Thats typical of the left and blaming FOX for this is just dumb. If CNN had an open mic an something was said about McCain the left wingers would be happy as pigs in slop.
I'm sure Liberals will rake Fox over the coals because of this, but its okay if Pres. Bush is caught unknowinly on tape. Pot, meet kettle.
Right Jesse Jackson....It's the government's fault that so many black fathers abandon their children.
Not good enough, he needs to have a sit down with Barack and apologize personally. Prior to the sit-down, Barack needs to have all news stations follow him into a dominantly moral setting as he strongly urges the need for a direct, focused apology from the reverend and for the rev to put in a few hours of community service at a place of high morals, like a church.
And what did Obama say that was wrong?
This is a non-issue, CNN are you printing this to cause a divide in the Black Community? You really need to give the Black Community more credit than that. And why was it just that fox news mike happen to be the mike that picked it up! And why is it that CNN always blows things out of proportion. If I was the Obama campaign, I would not allow fox news or cnn to be anywhere near Obama.
I know you may not post this! But at least I know you read it.
Where is mccain's moral?
If onecan not give a moral lecture in a church where does Mr. Jackson propose it should be given? Maybe if Mr. Jackson had listened to a moral lecture and better yet taken it to heart he would not have fathered a baby out of wedlock while still married!
Obama was right about what he said in his lectures .. he even stated it WASN'T just a problem in the black community. The problem is just more prevalent there.
Bill Cosby has been saying the same things for years – too many fathers bail on their kids leaving the mothers to do all the raising, and when they cant be BOTH parents at once, the streets fill in the void.
Clearly these problems need to be addressed rather than ignored.
Jackson just cant accept the truth apparently. And if he was as much of a "reverend" as he's supposed to be .. HE would have been the one saying these things a long time ago.
July 9th, 2008 4:18 pm ET
FOX is the lowest of the low. Nothing professional on that news station…
*****************************
There's nothing on FoxNews about this story.
??????????
I hope it's just muchado about nothing.
Well Nevada... you had everything right up to the point where you dignified Fox by referring to them as a news station.
Just shut up Jesse. Obama is correct in his criticism and the only way that the continuing cycle of poverty and one parent families is ever going to slow down is when someone of his stature can stand up and speak the truth. Mr. Obama should be applauded and hailed as a hero in the Black community rather than being criticized for being honest.
Was Reverend Jackson in hymietown when he said this?
Jesse is a clown and has been for a number of years. He just does anything to keep his name out there. Nothing more than a used car salesman.
Fox is at it again. a shame.
Reverend Jackson should be REALLY ashamed!
Jesse is old news – he doesn't represent the blacks no more than Jesse Ventura represent the whites.
He just wants attention and upset that Barack Obama give a meaningful speech in church and he's not even a preacher.
Maybe Al Sharpton will call for him to fired.
Wow since Fox allows their mic to stay on that makes them unprofessional.
So every one should just forget what Jackson said about Obama and blame his words on Fox. that is so funny.
A person should be held accountable for their words no matter if its on an open or closed mica phone .
Like CNN would never do that lol.
Please give BO a break! Let the truth be told.
Jesse couldn't hold a candle to barack.
Ummm, Nevada, I'm not sure how posting an article makes Fox unprofessional. Obviously Rev Jackson believes he is the only acceptable moral mouthpiece for African-Americans. Bottom line, they all still want the government to take care of everyone's problems. The government does not have a "moral responsibility" to take "corrective action" for those who abandon families and responsibilities.
Who Cares What He said!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! When is this election every going to be about the issues that needed addressed in this country. I could care less about the "He said, I said, BULL".......Obama, what are you going to do about the price of gas, health care, jobs, the war!?!
More time should be spent on these types of stories, "not he said, I'm sorry now I have to apologize" crap.
Amen to Marc PDX! Jesse Jackson is for himself only. This is nothing new for Fox, either.
Yeah, Nevada, 'cuz CNN would have never put out those comments. Let me guess, CONSPIRACY, huh? Bush and Cheney again!
I bet.
Nevada, you're blaming Fox's microphone for Rev Jacksons comments? His comments weren't a big deal. Would you complain if NBC or CNN mic's overheard a Bush or McCain support negative comments on one of them? Probably not. Go back to sleep.
Jesse...probably just trying for another 15 minutes. The man DOES love to see his picture on the news and in the paper.
Good. I'm glad this happened. What we have here are some "growing pains" on the part of Mr. Jackson...or should I say "shrinking pains." Obama has become the titular head of the progressive black American political structure, leaving Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton, the two headed dragon formerly thought of as the co-CEO's of black America obsolete and lost in the shadows. He is now lashing out at Obama out of a sense of rage considering Obama's many successes and the post-racial nature of his candidacy. You've got to expect there would be some sour grapes.
This also crystallizes to the average cynical (white) voter that Obama is not under the wing of nor at the beck and call of people like Jackson and Sharpton who have been in recent years thought of as hucksters and less than aboveboard individuals.
So all in all, I'm happy about this news.
Hey Nevada,
When you can't handle the truth, you blame the messenger!
Jesse Jackson isn't Obama's friend idiot. This isn't Reverend Wright and everybody knows Jackson has a big Mouth anyway
hang in there pres elect obama everyone will change there tune when you take the oath of office,our so call leaders black ,white ,yellow ,red,brown will be running to your side and giving you the high fives and saying i knew we could BARACK O8
How can anyone make any judgements until they have heard the comments? BTW, what did he say exactly? Someone must know.
Nevada – are you serious? Every unbiased evaluation of news shows FOX is as fair as any other news source. Typical liberal reaction to blame the source of the information when the facts don't support your preconceived ideas.
This not news. Who cares what Reverend Jackson thinks. He doesn't speak for the majority of the African American community - the vast majority of whom support senator Obama.
I suspect this exposes more jealousy on Jackson's part than anything else.
Obama shouldn't pay this any mind, but he should be aware that there probably are a lot of "old-school" black leaders out there who are jealous of his emergence.
Go Obama!!
FOX News rocks!
Hey Nevada...Fox News is the highest of the high...ratings
noone but the news crew that caught it has heard what he said, yet he pre-empts the possible airing of them by appologizing.
Something tells me that he didn't just voice his displeasure,but that he used some "interesting" words to describe Sen. Obama.
And by "interesting", I mean Don Imus-like "interesting".
Should make for some fun comparisons.
Just hearing the Rev apologize for something is pretty remarkable. Although I still never heard anything about an apology to the Duke Lacrosse players that he and Al Sharpton publicly berated for the apparent (use loosely) rape of that stripper which, of course, turned out not to be true. Why no apology there, I wonder?
I thought the Jackson family was on Barack's side...Chicago politics...Rev Jesse Jackson will now be looked down on by the DNC...just like Bill and Hillary!!!! God forbid anyone says anything sour about THE SAVIOR BARACK....I want 2 new NOMINEES...wake up AMERICA...a very sad lifelong DEMOCRAT from CT,lived in SC,TX and ILLINOIS....
Jackson's just sorry he got caught.
This is an issue that needs to be addressed in homes of all ethnic backgrounds. These are the times we live in.
now were seeing the real obama
So Nevada is of the mindset that to be a professional news organization, negative news should be withheld (if you are a democrat). Nevada must be running his state's New York Times satalite office.
Why is this breaking news? Jesse shouldn't have to apologize to anyone, lets keep it real.
Hey, Nevada explained to me why is this FNC's fault and not Jesse's. Who spoke these repulsive words.
Best way to keep FOX from reporting it is pretty simple – don't say it.
After having a "lovechild," Jackson is the pot calling the kettle "black!"
No doubt, Obama is not "black enough" for the Reverend Jackson. Typical old machine Democratic entitlement politics. Racism in this country runs deep AND both ways.
Just want to know what the mike picked up !
These are worse than a bunch of school girls.. always back stabbing each other – so power hungry, power grubbing. Jackson with his high and mighty talk proves he's slime.
However it just might be a ploy to get the whites to support Obama by trying to make it seem like there is a Wedge between Obama and the insane "Reverand" Jackson.
Jackson is one of the biggest race baiters out there. This is a guy who has been in front of the camera for 40 years now. He shows up when ever a mic is hot for him to cry racism. Boo hoo. So what is it, this guy is a victim of a hate crime by FOX. They should apologize TO him. If they are going to have people on who don’t understand how TV works I guess it’s a set up. FOX was just waiting for a black man to be a potential nominee so they could invite a black leader who would screw up and speak while the mic was hot and FOX even had them say derogatory things towards another black person. WOW. Yup. Nothing pofessinal bout that.
Nevada...just because it happened to be a Fox microphone you feel the urge to attack Fox??
despite what the media will tell you jesse is irrelevant and doesn't speak for the entire african american race.
Jesse Jackson is just ticked he isnt the guy fronting the ticket. He is only marginally better than publicity seeking dirtbag Al Sharpton. If I was Barack, I would not want either one of them anywhere near me. They dont care about the voters, even the african american voters. They only care about themselves. I am not a Barack supporter per say. But he doesnt need the likes of those two to mess anything up for him.
Wake up America. Obama is absolutely correct when he says that the moral and ethical attitudes of the Black community have declined. Family values, responsibility, and education are vital to all of our citizens. Keep it up Barack. You can only be a positive influence on the youth of this country, no matter what their color is.
Oh ho...Jesse Jackson is apologizing for insulting comments made publicly. That is too priceless. Probably it isn't a big deal, but I gotta tell you all, I'll be smiling all day. Quick, America, let's throw an overblown media-played-up temper tantrum about it and get him fired!
Boycott FOX. They are sick!
Rev Wright, Rev Jesse Jackson !!!!
Now you know who keeps the black man down, another balck man.
And this FOX News. urgh.....
Its beens almost 5 years since I watched it. I have blocked it on my TV. Is Hannity still wih Fox ?
So what did Jesse say? Why don't we have a clip or text? Could it be that CNN is keeping the tape from us? Trying to help Obama? What a joke of a "news" source. Blitzer's show and CNN's coverarge should be required to post "paid for by Barack Obama."
I can't wait to see all the racists who comment on this story. I can hear them crawling out of their caves.
"Nevada" had no problem with playing "open mike" tapes of Bush and Cheney. But now that Jesse Jackson has been caught in a rare moment of honesty he criticizes FOX's "professionalism." Different set of rules for "the anointed one"? Maybe the two reverends (Wright: "Barack is a politician He'll say what he has to say.") see BHO for what he is: a typical liberal politician willing to do or say anything to get elected.
Gee, perhaps the American people are starting to see how Sharpton, Jackson, Wright, and Barack Obama really are. Just like the white folks they always put down!
Fox isn't a news organization, it's the propaganda outlet for the NAZI wing of the Rpublican party
lol he bashes barack for talking to blacks about ethics and morality... wow thats just horrible... i mean really is talking about morality in his race a bad thing, or should he turn a blind eye to issues like it?
A Hot Mike mmmmm...... Sounds like FOX NEWS! Really fair and balanced. Learn your lesson people. Quit appearing on this low life news station.
I'm certainly no Obama fan, nor do I give a flip about Jesse Jackson – however, if Obama is "lecturing" the black community about responsibility to their children, GOOD FOR HIM! It's about time that someone spoke up, someone who has some credibility with that community, and tells them the truth about what they're doing to themselve, without any help from whitey.
Let it go and forget about it. There are more important things to cover.
This could be good for Obama. He's not going to lose African-American support. However, Jesse looking down his nose at Obama for telling black men to act like, well, men likely goes over well with independent white folk.
Jesse Jackson should be grateful a black leader in America can understand and talk about the plight of black culture in the U.S. and the problem with fatherless children, husbandless women, crime, school truancy, personal responsibility, etc.
Jesse sure as heck isn't, and he has made a living off white guilt now for decades. Perhaps he feels Obama may put a dent in Jesse's efforts to expand the Racial Industrial Complex he has profited so much from much of his life.
Nevada,
What did Fox news do here that was wrong? Recorded a nasty comment by a public figure? I'm no fan of FauxNEWS, but did they do anything wrong here? Politicians and those in the public sphere, like Jackson, need to learn that someone is ALWAYS watching and ALWAYS listening. It would be better if Jesse had the moral fortitude to refrain from such speech to begin with.
Barack wasn't lying. Don't criticize the man for speaking the truth. Someone needs to Mr. Rev. Jackson.
maybe jesse should remember this the next time he jumps on someone for saying something in poor taste...
Is jesse relevant....really? If he is, is that change? Or is it just the same Demo political machine grinding away? Same platform, same lack of ideas, and the same blame game. Ideas and solutions to tough problems would be change. It is time for the change we are hearing about. I just wish it was real instead of rhetorical.
Yeah he's sorry alright. Sorry he got caught.
Jackson had his chance. He's always putting his foot in his mouth. Remember "hymie town" remark. This shows that he acts one way in public, but is a monster in private. I wouldn't trust Jessie Jackson no farther than I could see him. Don't blame FoxNews. If Jackson would had been more discreet this would not had happened. I'm a brother, and for Obama all the way.
what a turd.... who is supposed to talk about morality to fathers that leave their families and abandon their children? If a white guy said something, it would be taken totally wrong, and rightly so. Jesse, shut up! You go Barack!
Moron. I just wish these former Clinton gasbags would shut up. They aren't providing money or any meaningful support, they just sit back and alternately demand and threaten, and I'm getting a little sick of it. Jesdse Jackson is typical of these self centered self promoting hacks. Jesse! GO AWAY!!!
Who's is Jesse Jackson ? He is certainly not speaking for me or my family nor is he any kind of leader. It seems that the only time you hear or see him is when someone black gets into something. A true civil rights leader will speak out for anyone who's civil rights have been violated. That goes double for " Rev. Sharpton".
Nice article. I'm glad Jesse is a supporter for real. He's definetely not a hot headed Reverend Wright so that's a plus, and on top of that, I have a respect for Jesse Jackson because he knows what he's talkin' about and always keeps it real. Obama kept it REALLy real with the Black Father comment. I love it.
Obama 08
Who cares.......I honestly wish that a) the media was not allowed to report on anything related to the election and b) that all candidates for the presidency were not allowed to have teams of experts to guide them. Hillary said this is like a job interview......I have never been allowed to have other people tell me what to do and say during the interview. How about having candidates who can think for themselves instead of spew what their advisers tell them to say. We should just elect the advisers then instead of the mouth piece.
Oh come on please. Is Fox News now eavesdropping on people's private conversations. Let's talk about the issues in the election: the war in Iraq, the price of gasoline, the economy.
Go OBAMA...
Obama should just go atheist and distance himself far far away from anyone of the cloth XD
So when can we expect the good Reverend Sharpton to be all over this and start his crusade to run Jesse Jackson out of town on a rail?
Is he on his way yet? Has any picketing started yet? Has Mr. Obama came out and said how his words have hurt him? Is CNN running non stop coverage yet on this incredibly important breaking news?!
everytime one opens their mouths i am reminded why the dems have no chance, despite what certain polls by a certain news network profess
Just HOW was Fox wrong? Jackson made the comment, not Fox; their mic just ppicked it up....
Jesse Jackson is one of those old civil rights era leaders that need to step out of the public eye and let the next generation work on today's problems. He, like many of the older civil rights leaders supported Clinton and are angry that the little influence they had left has evaporated.
Fox is indeed the scum of cable network news. But Rev. Jackson ought to know better than the publicly in ANY setting say anything disparaging about such a public figure as Senator Obama. Some conversations are better left in the comforts of your own home with family.
The big issue with this news story is Rev. Jackson was once running for the same office Senator Obama seems poised to win.
The Rev is out of touch. As a black man, I agree with Senator Obama. Its time that someone had the courage to say it in our community.
Rev. Jackson is two faced as they come.
Jesse Jackson is a big nut...people like him 're reasons why blacks 're behind. Blacks need morality and family value definitely they do.... Shame on you Mr hypocrisy...
This will hurt Jesse Jackson more than anything. Oddly enough, it might actually help Obama.
Jesse jackson has always veen careful about what he says. What he said is understandable.
Oh Nevada, you make a lot of sense. Jackson says something about Obama and you blame FOX. TYPICAL!!!
Almost lends some credibility to Obama. I can't think of a higher compliment than to be insulted by Jessie Jackson. It is people like Jessie Jackson who have continually fought for government entitlement programs that have cripled black males in there roles as leaders and fathers.
Is Jesse Green? As in jealously?
It would be the FAUX news genrerating this story , Obama is correct, and since he was a organizer on the South side of Chicago then he saw First hand what the Black male community is doing to itself. If Rev Jackson took offense to the statmements then he should do something about it being his Headquaters is right in the middle of that said Community. NEXT on FAUX news reports show Obama got a C on his 4th grade math test.
I don't care for obama, but the man is right about this... Cosby said it YEARS AGO, and no one listened... guys like sharpton and jesse jackson swept it under the rug.
Anyone know what he said?
Hey Nevada, what's FOX got to do with this?
barak obama is going to take out on all other men the fact that he didn't have a father. i, for one, am fed up with his feminist lectures. men are just as good OR bad as women are. period. end of story. instead of his lectures, he should either equally lecture women, you know who have babies with 10 different fathers to collect welfare, who murder their children and husbands, who gold-dig men AND taxpayers at high rates, etc., etc. stop trashing men and boys, obama because you had a loser father and are surrounded by women who encourage this behavior. my young nephews have enough problems without hearing your male-bashing B.S.
What did he say?
"That was the context of my private conversation and it does not reflect any disparagement on my part for the historic event in which we are involved or my pride in Senator Barack Obama, who is leading it, whom I have supported by crisscrossing this nation in every level of media and audience from the beginning in absolute terms."
It's funny how Rev. Jackson counts on caucasian people to make negative remarks regarding african-american people so that he may have a livelyhood, however when he bashes an african american it is just supposed to be ok.
Personal responsibility is a big deal.
I don't have any problem with anything Barack said on this issue
most of what he said is true facts, some were a matter of opinion which I agree with.
Jesse asking that he only speak to government responsibilities and actions that goverments can take to fix the problem is a position that I understand but don't entirely agree with.
If My president decides to point out that we all need a little more personal responsibility in our lives, I don't think that's a bad thing.
I don't agree with any politician, politicking from the pulpit – but Barack is certainly not the only one who's done it or will do it.
Go ahead, blame FOX. I'm amazed CNN even paid lip service to this. Rev. Jackson is in a life and death struggle with relevance, and Obama is much better off without him. Speaking of (ir)relevance, why hasn't mediawatch.com mobilized Rev. Sharpton? Can you imagine what would have happened if Imus said any of this?
FURTHER POOF THAT SENATOR OBAMA WILL
MAKE A GREAT PRESIDENT OF ALL AMERICANS.
WHAT COMES OUT OF JESSE'S MOUTH HAS ONLY
SERVED JESSE & ONLY SERVES JESSE.
Jesse Jackson no doubt said something racist seeing that Barack is biracial.
As racist of network as FOX is, Rev. Jackson should have known they would pull a stunt to pounce on Obama. This just seems like another effort to derail Obama's chances by eliciting controversy between Obama and Rev. Jackson. I hope that Obama supporters are intelligent enough to realize this.
Really how bad could it be? We know its not something racist. Most likely it was something small that was taken out of context that could sound like he doesn't support Barack if edited correctly. This statement is just to try to preempt anything Fox News may try to pull.
Please do not let this story become so much of a circus that it takes away from the message that Obama delivered concerning the state of affairs for the black family, particulary his message regarding black fathers (or the absence of them). And to call this deja vu, as if this is even close to the Wright situation is very off base.
Having Jesse on Obama's "team" is a liability. Jesse may get him the radical black vote but that isn't going to win the election. He needs to get away from this bozo.
Barak Obama can do no wrong , he is perfect and we should vote for him no matter what other people say about him. Thai is the message we get from the obama team.
What is there to apologize for, Jesse Jackson said it, meant it and got caught red handed for his remark. Unfortunately the Democrats do not have the discpilne to shut up and unify behind their candidate. Obama's comments were valid and relevant. Jackson's, as always, were pandering and motivated not by conviction and courage but by what he thought people wanted to hear.
Let's get this straight Nevada, Jesse Jackson says something derogatory about Obama and it's the fault of Fox? Good luck with that.
It is Fox's duty to report news. This is news. How does that make them "low"? Indeed, the "lowest of the low"?
Are the news outlets to be blamed for the actions of the Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Should we "shield the public" from this issue?
Please explain.
FOX and (reputable) NEWS don't belong in the same sentence.
Sen. Obama was only raising an issue that should be important to all and was making it relevant to those he was speaking to at the time.
Where is the link to the sound bite? What did Jesse say?
Right, wrong or indifferent, it’s nice to see Jackson take responsibility for his words and apologize; a lesser man would not have done so.
He does not need to apologize. I agree, the democrative nominee went out of line. I give Jackson credit for saying it like it is. What does Farrakhan have to say?
The press won't repeat what Jesse Jackson actually said. Would a McCain supporter receive the same consideration? No way. The press would be putting the crude, offensive language out there high volume, and they'd make sure it was connected to McCain.
Wait, Nevada – Jesse Jackson's true feelings about Obama finally coming to light is somehow the fault of FNC?
This is beautiful. Were you similarly dismissive of Reagan's legendary "bombing begins in five minutes" hot-mic gaffe? Of the media putting troop positions and combat strategies on television for the enemy to watch? Of the media exposing Dick Cheney's dressing down of a colleague in a private conversation on the Senate floor?
I somehow doubt it.
I'm not sure what will be more entertaining – hearing what Jackson really thinks, or watching every channel BUT Fox try to explain it away in the hopes that the official candidate of the media gets elected in November.
Seems like everyday Obama steps in it. He's the last thing we need for a president. He's a JOKE!
Well Senator Obama is hurting his credibility with white voters through is connection to that horrible church he has been a part of for 30 years. I can't vote for anyone who for 20 years has been part of an organization that preaches hate and racism.
Reminds me of the old line, "I'll be for you or against you, whichever will do you the most good."
Add Jesse Jackson to the list of people whose opposition helps Obama secure the middle ground...Karl Rove, Hamas, etc.
to be honest I am glad Obama is being honest in saying hey there are many Blacks that give the majority a bad name. There are also many Whites, Hispanics, Asians, Europeans, etc that do the same to those groups.
We all jump at the first hint of a failure to criticize the majority, instead of thakning and motiviating those that do good. Here Obama is simply in a sense saying "lets prove to to ourselves and to all that we are a great group of people that doea help this country." Shame on Jesse for disparaging remarks of a man willing to stand up and say enough!
I am hispanic, grew up in the DC area. I went to private shcool and pursuing an aerospace engineering career. I also ahve had my furstrations with portrayls of Hispanics, but mostly with the vainty and ignorance of many Hispanics I have known. The majority are hard workers and honest people. One can say the same of any other group. All of us have flaws, but instead of accepting them or pointing them out, we should rectify them! I applaud Obama for asking not just Blacks but all people to better themselves. No I am not a democrat, I have been a registered Republican (moderate) for some time now.
So in other words, don't tell blacks what they need to hear. Keep the dirty laundry of the Black community quiet; shhhhhh! Better not talk about it! Meanwhile, self appointed black "leaders" like Jackson and Sharpton continue to lead blacks down the wrong path and continue their 40+ years of destroying Dr. King's vision of black folks. I have more respect for my own people of 40 years ago and earlier than I do now.
I guess instead of preaching self reliance, he'd be happier if Obama was going around preaching the ol' "You are the victim of white America" nonsense.
As a black person, I find the man(Jackson) shameful.
How is he hurting his message Rev? This is old news in the Black churches. Shut your hole...he doesn't need "help".
In some ways, Obama will probably take all the Jackson/Sharpton criticism he can get.
Nevada, don't be such an idiot. It probably was unintentional. This sort of thing has happened at just about every news channel I have ever watched. Plus, I wonder why anyone still cares what Jesse says–he is about the most pathetic public figure there is. Apparently, he thinks he is the only one who can give advice to the black community. Barry finally says something right and Jesse can't stand it–if followed it would put him out of business and he would have to get a real job.
I guess this is news. Just the fact that it was Fox who recorded this makes it even worse.
Jessie Jackson has, like Ralph Nader, become an ineffectual
and out of touch dramatist, desperate to remain on the national stage.
Barack said nothing to evoke such a comment from Jackson. It shows what a hypocrite Jackson is and what a competent leader Obama is.
Go Obama!
Chuks ehiwari, Germany
Seems funny that someone without any moral fiber would criticize someone about their morality. What Obama said was truth. If "religious leaders" aren't going to say what is needed, I applaud Obama for doing so.
Jackson is a sleezy opportunist. Nothing more.
And where is the comment he made? How is this complete news if you are not even quoting the actual comments he made?
CNN YOU LET ME DOWN ON THIS ONE
Barack Obama's comments about the negative impact of children growing up without a father were an insult to the tens of thousands of lesbian mothers in the country who are raising healthy, moral, and well-loved children without a father in the home. His comments may have offended Jesse Jackson as a black man but they offended me as a lesbian. Obama seems to continue this pattern of insensitive comments that offend many...including his absurd and misogynistic comment to Senator Clinton during the Unity, NH appearance that she does so many wonderful things for this country "all while wearing heels." What a jerk.
I am a 52 year old male african american and we have got to move beyond of when criticism is level against the african american community if it is true it is what it is and it is up to the individuals to accept or change .
if its on Fox News it smells..... Get ready Obama for everything and the kitchen sink.... .. power isnt giving, its taken...
One element they both have is that they are both correct. Obama's argument like Bill Cosby is correct the stats are behind it but one critical note that rev Jackson states is true that if you remove the elements of racism, high poverty and other factors that disporportionately effect the Black Community we don't know if those numbers will hold true.
We cannot ignore the reasons why Black men are absent from the home and just say it's by choice, there are factors that contribute to that behavior. As leaders they have to attack both sides not just lable it a Black problem.
If anything, this will help Obama.
He was absolutely right, afterall. The black community obviously DOES have a problem with black male responsibility in the family and it's just a fact. Jesse Jackson just can't admit that and he will never help the black community until he does.
Uhm, what exactly did Jesse say that was supposedly offensive? What kind of shoddy "reporting" gives you the text of an apology with no mention of why he's giving it?
Its alright Jesse just work your hardest for Barack, I grew up poor and white here in Iowa. We are divided more by a rich poor gap then ANYTHING else during my lifetime. All my brothers and sisters no matter what color, sexual prefrence, race, religion, or anything else should be treated as anything but equal. WE all need to join together and take this country away from the rich and special intrests and make this country great. Equality is equality, everyone should be looked after. Not the rich get richer like it has been. And to the critics that is not socalism thats Equal Rights for all.
Tenn Man, I think your name pretty much gave your stance away before you even commented.
If the media keeps their mouths shut and ignores this it will go away!! Just another way of Jackson getting the spot light. Loved how Obama has tried to bring "morality" back into the US for everyone-white and black!!! Great family–no divorce–no drugs and Mom, Dad and girls really do things together!!! Love the image for new young American families-white and black!!! And I'm a white gramma!!
Ever since the civil rights movement has been over in this country (IE – late 60's) Jesse jackson has been seeking some form of relevancy... more to Kuro's point.... the guy likes to talk and see his picture in the paper. Sounds more like self-gratification than anything.
Hey Nevada. Instead of calling Fox the "lowest of the low" for reporting something that is actually newsworthy, why don't you take a look at the good reverend Jesse and throw some of your misdirected bitterness toward him. It's too bad that your liberal blinders won't let you see things as they really are... Jesse is a racist and Barack is an empty suit who is good at reading a teleprompter. Martin Luther King Jr. emplored us to "judge a man by the content of his character, not the color of his skin" and yet, multitudes of African Americans are jumping on the Obama band wagon BECAUSE of the color of his skin. How can any African American Christian (Jesse, Sharpton, etc.) be a supporter of Obama, who has so vehemently pushed for the legalized murder of babies, whether they're unborn, partially born, or even "accidentally" born?
OMG! Someone was caught saying something negative about Obama! They should have their citizenship stripped and deported to some third world country.
After all, this is Obama and everyone knows that negative remarks by anyone (media, personal and opinions) towards Obama are not allowed in this country!
I wonder...did Obama's comments strike a cord with Jackson? Maybe if someone spoke of morality more often he and others representing the clergy may have chosen a different course of action in their own lives. If not Obama, who? Somebody needs to say it. And don't shot the messenger. It is not who's right...it's what's right. And clearly screwing around outside the marriage creating children out of wedlock is a problem. But it is not just in the African American churches. How can anyone be mad at him for telling it like it is? In stead of getting mad, make the adjustment and live longer, happier lives. Did he say it because he hated you? or because he wants to see you prosper? Stop getting it twisted. I guess Jackson would be mad it someone came up to his house and told him his house was on fire...He might respond, 'mind your own business! and what are you qualifications for determining when there is a fire?"
Jesse Jackson is a poor excuse and has a lot of nerve insulting anyone. He's just searching for more fame. He does not speak for Black Americans (or African Americans as he would say). Go away, Jesse. Obama is the truth and you can't handle it!
See? No one can criticize Obama- because he won't allow it because he believes he is the Messiah.
Bush... well who DOESN'T RIP HIM?
Hillary... boy, so-called-democrats sure did denigrate and trash her- all in the name of hope, unity and change. And the sexual comments were best.
McCain... McPain, McSame, McShame, McBush... and all the usual slurs used against HRC.
Rev- you were caught that is why you are apologizing. Let the truth be told- All fathers take care of your children period. Black and Proud to be raising my 2 kids and my other 2 step kids
I am not sure what the comments were by reading this article. Why have breaking news about an apology for comments the readers don't know?
I thought we all agreed that spying on Americans was bad. In a private conversation, an American who widely supports a certain presidential candidate, expressed one small area of disagreement--and a news station that functions without integrity, captured it on tape by using subterfuge and special equipment. That says a whole lot more about Fox News than it does about Jackson or Obama. And what it's saying isn't good for Fox or for our civil liberties. Since Obama does not have a clone, I doubt that there is one person in the country who agrees with absolutely everything he says, but that doesn't mean we don't totally support his presidency. I hope Jackson sues them down to their ugly, yellow, curved toenails.
Did I miss something? I have already heard the Rev. Jackson apologize and explain his negative remarks about Obama, but you have not reported even an edited version of his "hot mike" comments. Where is the heart of the story? Are you going to to report the whole story??? Seems we should be clued in...Thanks
The comments Obama said were true! And coming from a black person who was raised in a single parent home i agree. But what people leave out is the fact that he was also talking to all fathers of different races not just black. But he focused in on the AA b/c there is a substantially higher number of single parent home.
As always some critics will never be satisified. These are the same people who streotype all black people and say they need to get off welfare and take care of their kids and content that Obama is a marxist going to turn America into a welfare state, but when Obama says it's not PC.
Jesse and Al can both go away for all I care they don't speak for all black people and I wish the MSM would stop paying them attention
Jesse Jackson is the single greatest hypocrite in history. I will never understand why anyone listens to a word the man says. Fortunately very, very few care what he thinks or says anymore. The world is better for it.
Rev. Jackson should not have to apologize it all...
This won't hurt Obama, actually it could help him......the AA's are NOT going to vote for McSame anyways and for the whites who are so worried Obama is like Jesse or Rev Sharpton, here Jessie is complaining aout it. It will help Obama overall
Fox should have aired all of Jackson's comments. There are many more issues at hand than absent fathers and Jackson probably pointed out those issues. And by the way, ALL families suffer from divorce or single parenthood by choice or accident – not just Black families. Obama is pandering to Blacks and non-Blacks who believe "if Blacks would just do [fill in the blank] then they wouldn't have all those problems. Blacks need to pull themselves up by their bootstraps." I'm a Black woman (yes, I'm a single parent & I've raised 3 wonderful sons – 2 with college degrees, one who is presently in college – thank you very much!). I'm tired of Obama and others pandering to folks who focus on the problems and then generalize to get brownie points.
How can you shift blame onto FOX News for this??? I can't say I'm a FOX fan...far from it, but the comments by Mr. Jackson only reveal a problem within the black community itself-denial. Many leading black political leaders cringe when they hear the TRUTH about the state of the black community. Barack is one of the few brave black men that will stand up and say there is not always a white man to blame for some problems. Black men – like himself!- can achieve many things and serve as role models for these young black boys.
How is this in any way different than either issue involving Don Imus?
Where is the righteous indignation and demands for his immediate firing?
Oh, wait a minute, he doesn't technically have a job to lose. How exactly does one go about unseating a self appointed "guardian of the black community"?