What Liberal Media?

You might be forgiven for not knowing the words of Republican Congressman Leach. He spoke out at the Democratic National Convention, and, so far as I can tell, only C-Span managed to cover it.

You might recall the wall to wall coverage given to Zell Miller, with his spittle laced moment in the sun at the Republican convention, or the ever unctuous Joe Lieberman constantly oiling McCain's campaign with his lovely lies; but many--most--Americans won't have the opportunity to remember Leach's speech because NONE OF THE MAJOR NETWORKS BOTHERED TO COVER IT. Apparently it's only news when Democrats support Republican candidates, but the reverse is so hoo hum it doesn't rate a single minute of your time.

Well, just in case you're interested, here's what Leach said: a loud roar of approval for Obama's candidacy.

As a Republican, I stand before you with deep respect for the history and traditions of my political party. But it is clear to all Americans that something is out of kilter in our great republic.... Seldom has the case for an inspiring new political ethic been more compelling. And seldom has an emerging leader so matched the needs of the moment.... I stand before you proud of my party's contributions to American history but, as a citizen, proud as well of the good judgment of good people in this good party, in nominating a transcending candidate, an individual whom I am convinced will recapture the American dream and be a truly great president: the senator from Abraham Lincoln's state -- Barack Obama.... This is not a time for politics as usual.... Obama will recapture the American dream and be a truly great president."